Juniors & families,

Thanks for reading our WEEKLY Junior Newsletter! We hope to include a lot of what you need to know in order to plan for life after high school.

Stay in touch and we'll see you soon!

Best,

BHS Counseling Office

(585) 242-5000 x4526

https://www.bcsd.org/domain/122

We can't believe this is our LAST seminar already. We reviewed a spring/summer timeline to help students stay on track with their post-secondary planning. We also introduced Pink Sheets, Green Letter of Request Sheets and the Parent Brag Sheet (MORE INFO BELOW).

We left time to continue to work on Common App, Naviance and answer any last minute questions.

Make sure your Junior Reflection and Resume are completed in Naviance. The more details you share, the better your letter of rec will be!

All students were asked to schedule a 1:1 meeting with their counselor to discuss their future goals. Junior Seminar covers a lot of general information, so we want to be sure we can personalize it to your journey. We hope to see you this spring or over the summer! You can schedule an appointment using our Booking links: https://www.bcsd.org/domain/122

Copies of seminar presentations can also be found here on our BHS Counseling website:

https://www.bcsd.org/Page/2065

• Please give a Pink Sheet to 3 adults in your life. These could be teachers, club advisors, coaches, employers, etc. Anyone who can speak to a different side of you! (THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR A LETTER OF REC)
• Once you've provided a Pink Sheet (or the electronic link) to that adult, you are done! They will complete the evaluation and return it to us via paper or electronic submission.

Pink Sheets can be found in the Counseling Office OR you can share the electronic link:

https://forms.office.com/r/ScRFk2UXTM

•Think of 2 teachers who know you best (typically from junior year)

•Fill out the BHS LETTER OF REC REQUEST FORM (grab some in the counseling office)

•Talk to your teacher in person ASAP and give them the request form

•You will follow up with the teachers in the fall with a request through Naviance

Let us know if you have any questions!

https://forms.office.com/r/ZGweeuiGpr

Oxbridge Academic Programs - May 2nd

Oxbridge began in Oxford in 1986, with the aim of giving bright and intellectually curious students a learning opportunity they could not get anywhere else: the chance to immerse themselves in subjects they are passionate about, guided by university professors and subject experts. With small classes, and some of the world's greatest intellectual and cultural hubs as backdrops, Oxbridge aimed to provide a world-class learning experience.

Three decades and many thousands of students later, Oxbridge continues to deliver a learning experience like no other. We now offer over 150 course options in five cities: Oxford, Cambridge, Paris, Barcelona and New York. Our programs range from one week to four weeks and cater to students in grades 8 through 12. Whether students come to Oxbridge to deepen their knowledge of a subject they are already passionate about or to spark interest in a completely new domain, Oxbridge provides them with the opportunity to explore their chosen topic as it would be taught at university.

https://www.oxbridgeprograms.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/OAP-2023-2024-Brochure-compressed.pdf

Both BHS and our friends in the community are offering opportunities to help you be best prepared for senior year.

College & Career Bootcamp with Mrs. Stern!

Join BHS College & Career Counselor this summer for one or more of these great, FREE, sessions! See poster for details.

BCSD Continuing Education

• College Essay Writing
• SAT/ACT prep

Sign up today!

Camp College Prep

Camp College Prep combines SAT/ACT preparation, one-on-one college counseling, college essay writing, and the creation of a personal timetable to help high school students better understand and better prepare for the highly competitive college admissions process.

$325/per session

Further information can be found at www.campcollegeprep.com

Cardinal Nurse Camp helps high school students learn more about a career in the nursing field. Campers will meet faculty, alumni, and current Fisher students to hear about their experiences. Through simulation, virtual reality opportunities, and a hospital tour and shadow experience at RGH, campers will get a glimpse of all the possibilities a career in nursing can offer.

Campers will receive a free backpack, refillable water bottle, photo ID badge, and camp t-shirt. Snacks and lunch will be provided daily.

Details and Registration

• Dates: July 8-12, 2024
• Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Location: Wegmans School of Nursing and Rochester General Hospital
• Cost: $450 (includes lunch) *Students who receive free or reduced lunch can register for free. Contact ssmyth@sjf.edu for more information.
• Registration: Register online by May 15, 2024
  • Register and make payment through QuikPAY (email verification required)
  • You will be prompted to enter a valid email address to receive a one-time security code via email. Follow the instructions for the verification process.
  • Once verified, you can complete your payment and registration.
  • You can pay by credit card, debit card, or eCheck.

Contact Stephanie Smyth at (585) 899-3834 or ssmyth@sjf.edu with any questions.

https://www.sjf.edu/schools/school-of-nursing/news-and-events/cardinal-nurse-camp/

We'll continue to post college and career exploration opportunities in our 9-12 Monthly Newsletter, as well as job/internship opportunities in our Job Board. Reach out to Mrs. Stern with any questions!

Newsletters past and present can be found here: https://www.bcsd.org/Page/2072

Job Board: https://www.smore.com/67rat

If you are a high-achieving, low-income high school student, you are in the right place. We believe that attending a top college can be affordable and we are committed to helping you attain the college education you deserve.

We have partnerships with the country’s best colleges, all of which are actively seeking successful students that have experienced long-term financial hardship. All of our programs are designed to connect you with top educational, professional, scholarship, and life opportunities.

Learn more about the National College Match

Student Resource Center

Get started on your college application process with these resources developed specifically for QuestBridge applicants. Learn more >>

If you think you are a right fit, SEE YOUR COUNSELOR! We can talk more about the match process and how it works!

In case you missed it, the packet of information shared is posted on our BHS Counseling Website. Please reach out to your child's counselor with any questions.

https://www.bcsd.org/Page/2072

Many colleges are swinging back to requiring SAT or ACT exams. Even if a school is test optional, it's a good idea to take one or both exams to have them if needed.

Check out our SAT/ACT page on the BHS Counseling Website for more info on the exams and prep opportunities.

Email: courtney_stern@bcsd.org
Website: https://www.bcsd.org/Page/2063
Location: 1150 South Winton Road, Rochester, NY, USA
Phone: (585) 242-5000