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Updates | June 5, 2024
Table of Contents
Dear Families,
Please see below for the announcements for this week’s family newsletter!
Family Town Hall
Summer EBT
Updated Last Day of School
Uniform Compliance During Warm Weather
Intent to Return Survey
Spring Arts Night
MCAS Testing
Uniform Donations
Athletics Corner
Enrichment Corner
Nurses Corner
Middle School Corner
High School Corner
CCO (College Counseling Office) Corner
Family Resources
Sincerely,
Madelyn Ruizdeporras
Family Operations Manager
1. Family Town Hall
Join us TONIGHT, Wednesday, June 5th from 6-7PM for our LAST Family Town Hall for the year. This will be led by Middle and High School Principals via Zoom.
2. Summer EBT
Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) is an electronic system that allows a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participant to pay for food using SNAP benefits.
3. Updated Last Day of School - Thursday 6/20
Last Day of SY24: Thursday 6/20/2024 12pm noon dismissal
No School Wednesday 6/19/2024 for Juneteenth
4. Uniform Compliance During Warm Weather
As the weather becomes warmer and we approach the end of the school year, we want to remind everyone that our uniform policy remains in effect. Students have not been approved or earned any sort of dress down. If and when they do, they will be notified. Otherwise, all students are still expected to be in full uniform.
It is important to continue wearing the required uniform to maintain the standards and unity of our school community.
While we understand that the heat can be uncomfortable, please ensure you are in compliance with the dress code at all times while at school. Boston Prep does have AC and water is available throughout the school.
Boston Prep is a uniform school and as students, they are expected to be in uniform! For students out of uniform compliance, you will earn a detention referral automatically!
5. Intent to Return Survey
We are at the time of the year when we need families to identify their school plans for the next school year (SY24_25).
Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeL7OeXR3MGqbfSz-OT16IRQ7WMQHSKPv8kCL-x3jQmG_gaQw/viewform is the link to a brief survey that asks if you intend to have your child continue at Boston Prep next year (SY24_25).
We use this information to plan class assignments and to make new enrollment offers for families on our waitlist. Your answer has no impact on your child's enrollment for the current school year SY23_24.
A couple of things to know:
Any family that has multiple children enrolled at Boston Prep must respond for each student.
If you are not yet sure of your plans, please complete the form and select "unsure." We are asking all Boston Prep families to submit this survey by May 28th at the latest. The survey will only take a minute or two of your time.
Please reach out to Madelyn Ruizdeporras (Family Operations Manager) at: 617-910-5333 or email: mruizdeporras@bostonprep.org if you have any questions.
Thank you and we are excited to start planning for the next school year!
6. MCAS Testing
We are currently in the middle of state testing for MS and HS students. Upcoming testing dates are below. Save the dates!
High School MCAS Testing dates:
Science: June 4 - 5 (Grade 9 and select 10th graders)
7. Uniform Donations
Uniform item donations for families of seniors or 8th graders. If your rising freshman student or soon-to-be Boston Prep graduate (current 8th and 12th graders) have any Boston Prep uniform items that you are looking to get rid of, please consider donating them to the school so that they can be given to students in need. Any clean, gently used uniform items (polos, shirts, crewneck sweatshirts, khaki pants) should be dropped off at the front desk. Boston Prep will provide them to students who may need additional items.
8. BPS Exam School Admissions
BPS will use the MAP Growth test and grade point average (GPA) as admission criteria. Students in grades 5, 7, and 8 living in Boston can apply to BPS exams schools:
- Boston Latin Academy
- Boston Latin School
- O’Bryant School of Math and Science
For BPS students currently in grades 5 and 7:
- Testing will take place between May 28 and June 7 during the school day.
- No registration required
9. Athletics Corner
Sports Uniforms: If your child has any sports uniforms, please have them return it to Mr. Henry in the GYM this week!
10. Enrichment Corner
High School Summer Enrichment Requirement Reminder
Boston Prep's high school graduation policy requires that high school students participate in a summer enrichment opportunity each summer of high school, for a total of 3 summer enrichment credits. Students earn one summer enrichment credit per year, the summer after 9th, 10th, and 11th grade after participating and providing proof of your summer enrichment activity to Ms. Fontes via email. Examples of summer enrichment opportunities include:
Enroll in a precollege program
Enroll in leadership training institute
Complete an internship program
Obtain summer employment through SuccessLink, ABCD, or other organization
Volunteer a minimum of 40 hours
11. Nurses Corner
12. Middle School Announcements
6th Grade EOY Field Trip: Museum of Science for their end of year field trip on Tuesday, 6/18/24.
Eligibility Requirements:
In order to be eligible for EOY events, all 6th grade students must:
Show respect to the community and community members. Students earning 5+ detentions or 3+ referrals will be ineligible.
This will be tracked 6/3 – 6/17
Be in strong academic standing. Students must be passing all classes with a 70% or higher.
7th Grade EOY Field Trip: New England Aquarium for their end of year field trip on Tuesday, 6/18/24.
Eligibility Requirements:
In order to be eligible for EOY events, all 7th grade students must:
Show respect to the community and community members. Students earning 5+ detentions or 3+ referrals will be ineligible.
This will be tracked 6/3 – 6/17
Be in strong academic standing. Students must be passing all classes with a 70% or higher.
13. High School Announcements
Seniors and Families, Congratulations! We are just a few weeks away from your student’s high school graduation. This is an exciting time to celebrate your child’s successes—of which there are many. As we get closer to the end of your student’s last year of high school there are a few items that we would like to share with you.
Instructional Materials: all instructional materials (including textbooks, athletic uniforms and calculators) must be returned, and other outstanding school fees paid in full, by Monday, June 5th, and before graduation on June 14th.
Senior Chromebooks: will be collected on June 5th or after a student's last exam. Students will not receive their cap and gown until they have turned in their Chromebook and charger or paid any damage fees.
Academic and other requirements: Students who do not complete all academic and other requirements will not be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony. Additional information regarding graduation requirements are below:
Boston Prep's high school graduation policy requires High school students participate in a summer enrichment opportunity each summer of high school, for a total of 3 summer enrichment credits. Students earn one summer enrichment credit per year, the summer after 9th, 10th, and 11th grade after participating and providing proof of your summer enrichment activity to Ms. Fontes via email. Examples of summer enrichment opportunities include:
Enroll in a precollege program
Enroll in leadership training institute
Complete an internship program
Obtain summer employment through SuccessLink, ABCD, or other organization
Volunteer a minimum of 40 hours
Ms. Fontes will provide students with information about summer enrichment opportunities by email weekly. Summer enrichment opportunities are listed on the Enrichment Opportunities Sheet (linked here). Please know that students and their family are exclusively responsible for finding and enrolling in a summer enrichment opportunity. Some programs (precollege programs, summer camps) will have an associated cost. Boston Prep does have a scholarship fund for summer enrichment programs that provide students with valuable experiences on a college campus; students may apply for this scholarship to be considered for assistance with these costs. This scholarship fund is limited so students are encouraged to apply early. Students can access Boston Prep's Summer Enrichment Scholarship Application from the link. For questions about summer enrichment, please email Fina Fontes at ffontes@bostonprep.org
futureBOS Employment/Internships for Youth Ages 14 - 18 & Young Adults Ages 19 - 24
The futureBOS (linked here) summer youth jobs application is live! Boston youth and young adults ages 14 - 24 can now apply for summer job opportunities on futureBOS, the newly redesigned youth jobs catalog created to help young people secure summer jobs. Youth can apply for jobs in arts/entertainment, community/social assistance, education and childcare, environmental health care, government and advocacy public administration, STEM, sports and recreation, and more!
Work Permit Process and Information (Before & After June 20th)
Before June 20th, Ms. Fontes will be able to provide work permits to youth who complete the following steps.
1. To apply for and receive a work permit, youth must have a job offer.
2. Then, complete the Youth Employment Permit Application (linked here for you).
- Youth’s employer will need to complete the first page.
- If youth is 15 or younger, youth will need to have a physician complete the second page.
- Youth and their parent/guardian must complete the second half of the second page.
3. When both pages are completed, youth will submit the completed application and a document that proves your age, such as your birth certificate, passport, or immigration record to me.
4. Once all materials are submitted, Ms Fontes will follow up with the work permit.
After June 20th (the last day of school), youth will need to contact the Youth Employment and Opportunity (YEO) office for a work permit by following similar steps.
1. To apply for and receive a work permit, youth must have a job offer.
2. Then, complete the Youth Employment Permit Application (linked here for you).
- Youth’s employer will need to complete the first page.
- If youth is 15 or younger, youth will need to have a physician complete the second page.
- Youth and their parent/guardian must complete the second half of the second page.
For information about where to turn in the form, please refer to the contact information on the Youth Employment and Opportunity (YEO) office.
14. College Counseling Office Corner
Next Wednesday, June 12th, we will be celebrating our seniors at the annual Senior Dinner event. The event is a special moment for our seniors and their families to reflect and share gratitude, and we encourage all families to RSVP in advance. Please use this link to RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1VzS-cFLKSV9sNs0Hoi68cVcguP_P1BnE83AlLQuSTAo/prefill
14. Family Resources
For information about resources, please familiarize yourselves with our Boston Prep Resource Page: https://www.bostonprep.org/resources
If you need further assistance, please reach out to our Family Operations Manager, Ms. Ruizdeporras @ mruizdeporras@bostonprep.org or call 617-910-5333
APPENDIX: FAMILY QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Wednesday, June 5: Family Town Hall via Zoom 6-7PM
Thursday, June 13: SEPAC Meeting 5:30-6PM - via zoom
Friday, June 14: Senior Graduation
Monday, June 17: End of Q4
Tuesday, June 18: 8th Grade Step Up Ceremony 6PM
Wednesday, June 19: Juneteenth - No School
Thursday, June 20: Last Day of School - dismissal at 12pm
Have questions?
Please don’t ever hesitate to reach out with questions! You can contact your child’s advisor or utilize any of the emails/websites below.
- For questions about buses, MBTA passes, and transportation: transportation@bostonprep.org
- To report an absence or tardiness or any attendance related matters: attendance@bostonprep.org
- To submit a physical exam record or to discuss health-related topics: nurses@bostonprep.org
- For questions or documents related to enrollment: enrollment@bostonprep.org
- For information about resources, please familiarize yourselves with our Boston Prep resource page: https://www.bostonprep.org/resources
- For other questions: info@bostonprep.org