October Guidance Newsletter

Grade 10 PSAT Classroom Presentations - 10/1 through 10/4

10/4 - 10/10: Mental Illness Awareness Week

10/6 - NEACAC College Fair at Worcester State

10/10 - 1/2 Day for Students

10/10 - World Mental Health Day

10/10 - Junior High Halloween Dance

10/11 - No School for Students

10/14 - Columbus Day - No School

Grade 9 ONLY - Signs of Suicide Classroom Presentations - 10/15 through 10/17

10/23 - PSATs

🔸Help kids understand bullying and what bullying is so that they know how to identify and report it.

🔸Keep the lines of communication open - encourage kids to speak to a trusted adult.

🔸Encourage kids to participate in activities that they love - boost their confidence and help them feel connected.

🔸Model how to treat others with kindness and respect.

📣Worcester State University 486 Chandler Street, Worcester, MA 01602

📣Sunday, October 6th 2024 from 11:00 AM -1:00 PM.

📣 There will be over 120 colleges and universities in attendance.

📣Tour the Worcester State college campus

📣Register here

Millbury Jr./Sr. High will be hosting the PSATs on October 23rd 2024 for 10th and 11th graders.

Our students in 11th grade, who had the opportunity to test last year, but would like to test again this year, can choose to do so for the cost of $18.00. Juniors are encouraged to test as it gives them one more chance to take the test and become accustomed to the format, which is timed and unlike other standardized tests (MCAS) we administer. Their score could also make them eligible for the National Merit Scholarship Program, which is only open to 11th grade students.

In order for juniors to register for the test, they must sign up using our Google Form. Please know that we only have a set number of tests for 11th grade students. Registration is on a first-come first-served basis and students will be considered fully registered when their fee is paid (cash or check).

Registration closes for juniors on October 11, 2024 as we need to complete pre-administration testing in order to stay on our lunch schedule during our school day testing.

We are excited to inform you that we have partnered with CGN to help you with your student’s career and college planning. CGN will provide you with a personalized project plan with timelines and checklists based on your student’s interest, all supported by content from over 250 nationally recognized college and career experts to guide you through every step in the process. Additionally, you will have access to live, online programming from leading admissions, financial aid, and career experts and college admissions officers.

Create your account today at www.cgnroadmap.com

1. Click “Get Started”.

2. Enter the information for your oldest child in Millbury High School

A local presenter is offering to come and do an in-person financial aid night. Please complete this form to let us know if you are interested in attending!

The 9th graders will be having a presentation by the Guidance department on the following dates:

October 15th, 16th and 17th. During this presentation, your child will learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of Depression, how to talk to a trusted adult and resources to access if they or someone they know are struggling. Please see links below for more information.

Parents/guardians - if you choose to opt your child out of the presentation, please just send an email to their guidance counselor to let them know. There will be an alternative space for students who are not attending the presentation.

Caregiver Handout for more information.

Teacher/School Staff Handout for more information.

Freshmen Application: Students who reside in the 13 towns of Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School District and who will have completed Grade 8 prior to enrolling, may apply. The freshmen online application opens up on October 1st and is the primary/preferred method for applying.

📢The deadline to apply for grade 9 is Jan. 15

Our Admission page of the website is also wonderful source of information for families. It contains all of the application timelines, registration for the information sessions, and link to the online application. The best recommendation for your students to get more information, is to register for one of the virtual information sessions. This is a way for them to get good information and ask questions about the process. Registration for these sessions is on our website. These sessions are open to both 7th & 8th graders.

The Open House is Wednesday, November 13th from 5:30pm – 8:00pm for a self-guided tour of our school.

A rising junior student (10th grade student at the time of the application) who is a resident of the Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School District and is interested in pursuing training in the drafting trade is eligible to apply for the two-year Chapter 74 approved Drafting program. Selection for this program will be by lottery after the successful completion of the drafting application. Students applying for the two-year drafting program are not eligible for in-school program transfers. Learn more about this unique opportunity.

Application Deadline: October 1, 2024 – April 1, 2025

Sources of Strength is looking for more peer leaders!

Sources of Strength is all about using the power of friendships and social connections to make our school a more positive place. The goal is to prevent serious issues like suicide, bullying, and substance abuse by encouraging students to look out for each other.

Instead of just focusing on what’s wrong, we focus on the good things that give us hope, help, and strength. Peer Leaders will help spread these positive messages throughout our school and community. By building strong connections with friends and trusted adults, we can handle tough times better.

The mission of Sources of Strength is to create a healthier, more supportive world by encouraging students to ask for help when they need it. Through fun and interactive activities, we’ll have open discussions about real problems students face and what can be done to overcome them.

Students and staff will work together to make this positive change happen—both Adult Advisors and Peer Leaders will receive training to help lead the way. Please see Ms. Cabral for more info, the next training is Oct 11th (The day students don't have school).

Please see the link for the most recently recorded webinars.

Leaf Peeping!

Check out this foliage map and see where is the best places in New England to see the the beautiful foliage.

• Ms. Cabral - School Counselor/School Adjustment Counselor
  acabral@millburyschools.org
• Ms. Courtney - Jr. High School Counselor
  mcourtney@millburyschools.org
• Mrs. Ciullo - School Adjustment Counselor
  kciullo@millburyschools.org
  
• Ms. DeLucia - Guidance Director/School Counselor
  sdelucia@millburyschools.org
• Mrs. Desautels - School Counselor/School Adjustment Counselor
  hdesuatels@millburyschools.org
• Mr. Gomba - School Counselor
  lgomba@millburyschools.org
• Ms. Holman - School Counselor/School Adjustment Counselor/Social Worker
  tholman@millburyschools.org
• Mrs. Quinones - Guidance Administrative Assistant
  bquinones@millburyschools.org

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