School Counseling

Update: Due to concern over COVID-19 (also called novel coronavirus) in New Jersey, Kean University is rescheduling the New Jersey Association for College Admission Counseling (NJACAC) Regional College Fair originally planned for Wednesday, March 11, 2020 to Friday, May 15, 2020. The times will remain from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

For 11th grade:

• College Planning: Counselors have been meeting individually with students for college planning. Each student was provided with a checklist of to-do items and reminders in order to be on track for SAT/ACT testing and college applications. A copy of this checklist will also be emailed to each student from the counseling office.
• April 1st the junior class will be attending the Northern New Jersey College Fair at the Meadowlands Expo Center. You can only attend if you have your Emergency Contact Form completed with the nurse's office.
• We know it's early, but Common App just announced the essay prompts will remain the same for the fourth consecutive year!
• C2 Education in Denville: C2 Education is extending its free practice tests through March and April for students of BHS. They are offering BHS students who have already taken an official SAT or ACT a complimentary test analysis and college counseling session.

Students will have the opportunity to take practice tests for the SAT, SAT 2 Subject tests, ACT, or PSAT exam:

• Saturday March 7, 14, 21, and 28 Session 1: 9am-1pm or Session 2: 1pm-5pm.
• Saturday April 4, 11, 18, and 25 Session 1: 9am-1pm or Session 2: 1pm-5pm.

Registration: Please call C2 Education Denville 973-983-1481. Email directly: denville@c2educate.com (Seats are limited!)

• Method Test Prep is offering ACT Prep Power Classes. These classes can help you review and practice strategies that can help you achieve a top score. Pick individual subjects you need to focus on, or prep for all four ACT sections! Classes are LIVE from 8 pm-10 pm. For more information, please check out ACT Power Classes
• SAT and ACT test preparation resources, please refer to the School Counseling website at http://boontonschools.org/site/default.aspx?PageID=2950

For 12^th grade:

• Continue to search and apply to scholarships- the counseling office just emailed everyone more opportunities!You should also be checking the Naviance Scholarship List a few times a week in addition to exploring the list of scholarship websites that we discussed in our guidance lessons last week.
• College Going Seniors: Here's how to break down your financial aid award letter
• Have more Financial Aid Questions? Contact LendEDU They have launched a Financial Aid Hotline to help students and parents navigate the financial aid process and figure out how they can make the cost of college more affordable.

For 9th and 10th grade:

• Planning for next year? College Admissions officials prefer to see tough classes
• Share-time programs: Applications are due March 27th.

Enrichment Opportunities:

• PricewaterhouseCoopers Accounting Careers Leadership Institute (PwCACLI): Follow this link to access the official program brochure and application. Please note that space is limited. The priority application deadline is set for Friday, March 27, 2020. It is hosted on Bryant University’s beautiful campus in Smithfield, RI from July 12 to July 17, 2020.
  • Educational week-long, hands-on opportunity for students who identify as African American/Black, Latinx, or Native American rising high school seniors (current juniors) to learn more about the accounting profession.
  • Program participants will:
    • Understand the role of accountants
    • Spend a day at PwC offices in Boston and meet with business professionals to learn firsthand about daily operations
    • Experience college life by living in a residence hall and utilizing resources at Bryant
    • Except for transportation (to and from Bryant University), there is no fee to participate in the program. The program will provide overnight accommodations, meals, planned activities, and educational materials.
    • To apply, students must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and completed at least Algebra 2 by the end of junior year.
• Boston University Summer Journalism Institute: Open to all aspiring photographers and journalists in high school. Students will learn core journalism skills plus multimedia techniques through a mix of instruction, activities, and practical application. Any questions regarding the program, please email busji@bu.edu or 617-353-5391. Click here to apply!
• FDU Information Sessions: The Regional Center for Learning Disabilities hosts one-hour sessions offering helpful information about its programs and application process. Below are the next available sessions:
  • Special Session: Metacognitive Strategies, Thursday, March 19 at 7 PM, Florham Campus, Hennessy Hall, Hartman Lounge
  • Information Session, Wednesday, March 25 at 10 AM, Metro Campus
    • Information Session, Thursday, March 26 at 10 AM, Florham Campus
• Saturday Youth Enrichment Programs: William Paterson University is offering Saturday enrichment programs for high school students now through April 2020. The courses include:
  • SAT boot camps
  • College essay writing
  • Career and college major exploration, and more.
  • Visit https://wpconnect.wpunj.edu/cpe/catalog/youth/youth.cfm?q=Saturday%20University for a list of courses and dates!
• Actuarial Science Summer Camp Opportunity: If you have an interest in math and finance, check out this awesome summer camp! https://www.lvc.edu/life-at-lvc/summer-community-programming/actuarial-science-camp/
• Upcoming College Open Houses: https://www.njsca.org/college-open-houses
  • Stockton University: Sunday, March 29th
  • Rowan University: Sunday, March 8th
  • Centenary University: Saturday, March 7th
• Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is proud to recognize individuals who are committed to giving back to others in our area. Those selected are formally recognized for their outstanding community service at the Y Annual Dinner and Awards Presentation to be held on Wednesday, May 13 at 6 pm at the Mansion at Mountain Lakes. DEADLINE FOR ALL SUBMISSIONS IS April 1, 2020. Please click the link to apply CITIZENS OF THE YEAR