Senior Counseling Corner
Brighton High School Counseling Office
September 27, 2024
Seniors,
Today started our 3rd senior seminar. Be sure to bring your charged lap top from here on out as we will continue to work in Naviance and on college/job applications, scholarships, etc.
We look forward to seeing you in seminar and senior office hours!
Best,
BHS Counseling Office
(585) 242-5000 x4526
https://bhs.bcsd.org/46697_3SUNY FREE APPLICATION WEEKS! October 21 - November 3
Here's what this means for you:
-You may apply up to 5 SUNY schools for FREE!
-Registrar deadline for SUNY ONLY is October 23 (to meet November 1 deadline)
All other schools are still due October 8th.
-The free application applies to COMMON APP too.
Any questions, just ask! Stop in Senior Office Hours or see your Counselor.
Senior Seminar
In Seminar 2, we created/updated Common App accounts, linked them to Naviance and learned to officially request teacher letters of recommendation through Naviance. Instructions are on the Junior/Senior Page of the Counseling website & in your Senior Info Packet, if you need a refresher. We also talked about Registrar Deadlines and Blue Sheets.
**REMINDER - BHS DOES NOT SEND TEST SCORES
- If a college wants/you decide to submit OFFICIAL SCORES- you will need to log into College Board and/or ACT and pay to have them sent to each college.
If you haven't written your college essay yet, there's still time! Sign up for the October BCSD Essay Writing course here: https://brightonschools.revtrak.net/
Remember, all information and materials are on the Junior/Senior Information Page. Stop in to Senior Office Hours or see your counselor if you need more help!
Parent Brag Sheet
It's not too late to help! We would love to hear about your children through your eyes. If you have not done so already, please take a few minutes to complete the parent brag sheet. As counselors, we love to include your thoughts!
**LINK WILL BE CLOSED AS OF OCTOBER 1***
Parent brag sheet:
We hope to see you at Financial Aid 101!
In case you missed our BHS College Application Night, our presentation and materials are posted on our website: https://bhs.bcsd.org/46748_3
Post-Secondary Exploration Experiences
Instant Decision Days
This fall we will be offering Instant Decision days with 14 phenomenal institutions!
Students will have the chance to meet with an admissions representative and receive instant feedback on their application- most students will be informed of their admissions decision that day!
We will provide much more detail in Senior Seminar, but below are the general instructions. This is SUCH a great opportunity to learn more about what the college has to offer you and get some early feedback. Save the dates if you are interested!
If interested, please follow the instructions below:
- Use the link on the poster to sign up for your 15 min admissions appointment with any of the institutions you are interested in.
- Submit your college application at least 1 week prior to the instant decision date, but no worries if you can't!
- An admissions counselor will review your materials and could provide an admissions decision and estimate of your scholarship package that night! (some colleges may require a few additional days to process materials)
- Please note- Geneseo is an ADMISSIONS INTERVIEW ONLY. This will be used as part of your application to be reviewed later. No decision will be made that this time. If interested in Geneseo, we highly recommend taking advantage of this.
Links to sign up on BHS Counseling- Junior/Senior Information Page:
A few recommendations:
- Show up a few minutes early- you don’t want to be late!
- Wear appropriate attire- no need to dress up, but please look presentable. This is YOUR opportunity to show them who you are other than a name on a piece of paper!
- Come prepared with questions about the school- we are happy to help you with this.
If you have any questions about these opportunities, please contact Mrs. Stern!
College/Career/Military Rep Visits at BHS!
Reps will be visiting in-person and virtually. Colleges have already begun to snag spots at BHS, so check Naviance regularly for our schedule.
- Be sure to SIGN UP for the visit in Naviance.
- If a rep is in person, they will be in room 257 (the conference room across from the Counseling Office)
- If they are virtual, you will be able to access a link to their zoom via Naviance. You may come to the Counseling Office and we can help find you a quiet space to attend if needed.
- In person or virtual, you will need teacher permission to attend if the visit takes place during a class. Grab a pass from the counseling office.
You are welcome to sign up for as many visits as you'd like! We encourage you to sit in on the ones you know, as well as some that you've never heard of before. There are so many INCREDIBLE institutions all over the country with phenomenal opportunities. You just don't know about them yet!
We will list the next week's visits in the newsletter. Be sure to check out Naviance & the College Visits page on the BHS Counseling Website for a complete list of ALL visits this season. Check often- we get new visits scheduled every day!
SCAN OUR QR CODE! Posters with this code are around school and will lead you directly to our College Visit Website. Check often and bookmark the page!
CAREERS IN CONSTRUCTION DAY
Rochester Careers in Construction, Inc. partners with Monroe County and area schools, employers, and unions to host the Annual Rochester Careers in Construction Day.
This event introduces students to the exciting career options in construction in a fun, interactive format with hands-on activities and engaging materials.
Representatives from employers, universities, and apprenticeship programs all come together to showcase what our regional construction industry has to offer.
Join us for a field trip to this incredible event - permission slip can be found in the Counseling Office and due October 7th. All grades welcome to attend!
Thursday, Oct 17, 2024, 09:15 AM
145 Paul Road, Rochester, NY, USA
Keuka College - Virtual College Prep Series
The college search and application process is about finding the right fit. It’s a chance for students to define what matters most—whether it’s the right program, campus, or opportunities for growth. While it can feel overwhelming, it’s also a time to take control and ask the right questions.
That’s why we created the College Prep Series—to provide the tips, tools, and guidance to help students feel confident throughout the journey.
Here’s what’s coming up:
- October 15: Maximizing Your College Visit
- November 26: Application Do's & Don’ts
*All events are virtual and start at 6:30 p.m. EST
Nazareth University - Empower Webinar Series
We are excited to launch the Empower Series! With a total of 5 virtual information sessions, we will provide guidance and support tailored specifically for first-generation students and their families.
Session 4: October 21 | 5 p.m. or 6 p.m.
Affordability & Financial Aid Presentation (presented in English at 5 p.m. and in Spanish at 6 p.m.)
Session 5: November 7 | 6 p.m.
Essay Workshop
Register here: Visit Nazareth University
Next Steps & Application Process Information
Registrar Deadlines
Check out the Registrar deadlines- based on the college/job/scholarship deadlines, the dates below are when your application is DUE TO THE REGISTRARS OFFICE.
Standardized Exams
SAT & ACT- IMPORTANT Updates
BHS Standardized Exams being offered this fall. Remember, BHS DOES NOT send any standardized test scores to colleges. You are responsible for sending any test scores directly from College Board or ACT to the institutions that need them.
SAT
October 5
November 2
ACT
October 26
*these are exam dates that will allow you to get your scores back in time to send to colleges if needed.
If you have questions specific to BHS testing procedures, please reach out to Deirdre Carter: deirdre_carter@bcsd.org. As things are changing so often, please refer to the testing sites for updated information:
ACT- www.actstudent.org
SAT- www.collegeboard.org
Brighton High School Counseling Department
Email: courtney_stern@bcsd.org
Website: https://www.bcsd.org/Page/2063
Location: 1150 South Winton Road, Rochester, NY, USA
Phone: (585) 242-5000