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Spring CCV Classes at BHS
In addition to the opportunity for students to participate in dual enrollment classes on college campuses, BHS is happy to continue our partnership with Community College of Vermont by offering the following CCV classes in Spring 2023 (semester 2) at BHS during the school day. Students must have already earned 12 high school credits. Students should contact Kate Stein kstein@bsdvt.org by Wednesday, December 7th if they are interested in any of these classes.
American Sign Language II offers students the opportunity to gain intermediate experience in American Sign Language. Emphasis is given to a broader study of cultural behaviors, values and norms to demonstrate respect and understanding of the Deaf Community and Deaf Culture at a higher level. Prerequisite: American Sign Language I. (Blue 4) *Earns World Language 1 credit at BHS.
Intro to Sociology is a survey of the basic issues, concepts, theories, and methods of sociology. Students learn to think critically about the nature of society and social institutions, and the relationship among individuals and groups. Topics will include social organization, socialization and social change, social stratification, class and class conflict, biological sex, gender expression, sexuality, race, ethnicity, age, and ability. (White 1) *Earns 1 elective credit at BHS.
Intro to Criminal Justice provides an overview of the American criminal justice system, tracing its history and development while assessing its strengths and weaknesses. The roles of the agencies that comprise the criminal justice system (representing law enforcement, courts, and corrections) are examined. Students explore career opportunities in the criminal justice system, including positions as a law enforcement officer, court personnel, attorney, paralegal, corrections, justice advocacy, and victim services. (White 2 Tuesdays & Thursdays – no alternating Fridays) *Earns 1 elective credit at BHS.
Opportunity for 10th Graders
Community College of Vermont offers a free on-line Introduction to College and Careers class. ICC helps high school students set goals and problem-solve; manage time and stress; improve communication skills; take better notes and reduce test anxiety; plan finances for college; and explore career options. The class is offered as pass/fail and BHS offers .5 elective credit upon successful completion of this class.
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Congratulations to BHS Music Student!
On behalf of the BHS Music Department, we would like to congratulate Laura Zhou-Hackett, senior at BHS, for recently being chosen as one of the Vermont Youth Orchestra’s Senior Soloists! Each year, the VYO Senior class auditions for a panel of judges for the honor of performing as the featured soloist for one of their four concerts at the Flynn. Laura will perform at the February 5, 2023 concert performing Mendelssohn’s Piano Concerto No. 2.
Seahorse Pride Meeting
Seahorse Pride Meeting
Second Monday of the month from 6-7 pm
Location TBD
Wick Recognized as a National Merit Scholar Semifinalist
Burlington High School senior Alex Wick has been recognized as a semifinalist in the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program. BHS is one of only 16 schools in the state to have a student recognized as a semifinalist.
Over 1.5 million juniors in nearly 21,000 high schools entered the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2019 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). From that number, 16,000 students, approximately one percent of the total, are named as semifinalists. About 15,000 of those students are expected to advance to the finalist level. Merit Scholar designees are selected based on their skills, accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous college studies, without regard to gender, race, ethnic origin, or religious preference.
Alex’s AP Calculus teacher, Mr. Amoah, had this to say about him: “In my AP calculus course last year, he readily assisted and collaborated with his peers in solving challenging problems. Alex is not afraid to take risks in the classroom. Mr. Wick’s ability to comprehend complicated structures and concepts in mathematics is a testament to his preparation and persistence.”
