Next Wednesday, October 16th is an early release day for all BHS students. Our 9th and 10th graders will complete progress monitoring assessments through IXL, while the 11th graders take the PSAT. 12th graders are encouraged to drop into the cafeteria to work on important tasks such as their PLP or college applications.

On Wednesday, May 8th BHS welcomed the Class of 2028 and their caregivers for an evening where they connected freely with BHS faculty and staff while exploring and learning about all of BHS’ incredible student offerings. Please find the slide deck presented by Principal Westdijk below.

On Wednesday, May 8th, from 6pm-8pm, BHS will welcome the Class of 2028 and their caregivers for an Open House night. We hope to offer a warm welcome to our rising 9th graders from Hunt and Edmunds Middle Schools as we celebrate their big transition. Students will have the chance to explore the campus, preview student life, meet with academic departments, and feel more informed about their freshman year to come.

Salutations, seniors and families!

On Wednesday, April 17th from 6 PM – 8 PM, you are warmly invited to join us for FAFSA Night in the BHS cafeteria!

Led by Mr. Soren Dews from VSAC and co-facilitated by BHS School Counselors, families will receive on-site help to complete the Federal Application For Student Aid (FAFSA). If you find yourself asking such questions as, “What is the FAFSA?” and “Why should I do it?”, then this is the event for you! 

Any student considering attending a 2- or 4-year post secondary institution after graduation must complete this federal form in order to be billed for tuition or qualify for any type of financial aid. Please note: completing the FAFSA will require use of a chromebook/laptop and the social security numbers for both the student applicant and their parent(s/guardian(s).

Students are also invited to independently visit with Mr. Dews during the school day on Friday, April 5th at the drop-in FAFSA help center in room 113 from 11:40 am -12:40 pm (Lunch/Advisory block) for additional support filling out FAFSA forms. Ahead of these events, we encourage your review of this advice from VSAC on budgeting for college and financial planning.

We’re here to support you each step of the way! Please let us know if you have any additional questions regarding these events or need additional support with your FAFSA.

Beginning with the graduating class of 2025, BHS will proudly offer students the opportunity to enhance their diploma with a STEM endorsement!

Students must declare their interest to pursue the STEM endorsement by completing the STEM Endorsement Interest Form.

• For the class of 2025: Students must declare their interest to pursue the STEM endorsement by the end of their 11th grade year; June 1, 2024.
• For the class of 2026 and beyond: Students must declare their interest to pursue the STEM endorsement by the end of their 10th grade year.

For more information about endorsement requirements, please review the STEM Endorsement Guidelines, reach out to the STEM Endorsement Coordinator, Lisa Sitek at lsitek@bsdvt.org, or your assigned School Counselor.