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Updates | October 11, 2023

Table of Contents

Dear Families,


Please see below for the announcements for this week’s family newsletter!


  1. One Team Faculty Professional Development Day - No School

  2. SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) Meeting

  3. MBTA Resources

  4. BPS Exam School Application Process

  5. Latinx Hispanic Heritage Month Dinner Celebration

  6. Athletics Corner

  7. Nurses Corner

  8. Middle School Corner

  9. High School Corner

  10. CCO (College Counseling Office) Corner



Sincerely,


Madelyn Ruizdeporras
Family Operations Manager

1. One Team Faculty Professional Development Day - No School

There will be NO SCHOOL on Wednesday, October 18th due to One Team Faculty Professional Development Day. All students are expected back in school on Thursday, October 19th!

2. SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) Meeting

SEPAC is open to family members of current students receiving additional support through IEP (Individualized Education Program) and 504 Plans. Come join us on Thursday, October 19th from 5:30pm-6:30pm for our first SEPAC meeting of the year. You will be able to meet the special education team, learn more about special education services. This is a great time to ask questions and receive updates!


This meeting will be an in person meeting. Zoom options will be available on other dates throughout the year. Stay tuned!

3. MBTA Resources

Below you will find resources to support families and students with MBTA transportation needs.


  • Looking to find out which bus to take and what time it leaves to ensure your child arrives at school on time? Click here: https://www.mbta.com/trip-planner

  • Email National Center for Safe Routes to School for support on safest routes: info@saferoutesinfo.org

  • Here you will find Safe Student Travel tips!

  • Students should reach out to Ms. Ross at the front desk for questions about M7 cards or if they need a replacement.


Hope this information helps your students and families!

4. BPS Exam School Application Process

Is your child currently in grade 6, 8, or 9 and you are interested in applying to the BPS Exam Schools for the 2024-2025 school year? If so, Families are required to complete two steps between October 10 and November 9, 2023. Families may visit this website for additional information.


  1. Complete the residency verification process at a BPS Welcome Center

  2. Sign up for the December 9th test (online registration form)


Students are given two opportunities to take the MAP Growth admissions test: June 2023 and December 2023. If a student takes the test twice, they will use the higher score for the application. If the student tested this past June and the parent is satisfied with the scores, it is not required that they test again in December; however, residency verification is required.


There will also be a virtual Information Session this Thursday, October 12th at 6PM. This session is open to the public and folks may click this Zoom link to join the meeting.


Here is a flier with details: flyers.

5. Latinx Hispanic Heritage Month Dinner Celebration

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Boston Prep will be hosting a Latinx Hispanic Heritage Event on Thursday 10/12 at 6pm at Boston Prep. Families and students are encouraged to attend!


Contact Ms. VaLonda Harris for more information at: vharris@bostonprep.org

6. Athletics Corner

Fall Athletics: all interested student-athletes must register online at FamilyID.com in order to participate in sports this Fall. This Boston Prep Athletics Department will offer the following sports:


  • Girls Volleyball (Grades 8-12)
  • Girls Soccer (Grades 9-12)
  • Boys Soccer (Grades 9-12)
  • Padded Football (Grades 8-12)
  • Boys and Girls Cross Country (Grades 8-12)
  • Co-Ed Middle School Soccer (Grades 6-8)


All interested student-athletes MUST register on FamilyID and upload a copy (or provide a physical copy) of your child’s most recent physical. Physicals must be within 13 months of August 21st, 2023.

7. Nurses Corner

  • Please remember to submit an up-to-date physical exam/immunization record for your student. It is a yearly requirement that must be completed for every student!


  • Take some time to complete the Medical Information Packet prior to the start of the school year. Click here for: Medical Information Packet


  • The physical exam and Medical Information Packet can either be dropped off at the school, faxed to the Nurses at 857-702-0736 or emailed to: nurses@bostonprep.org

8. Middle School Announcements

  • ROCKtober is a Boston Prep tradition to celebrate the hard work of our students and bring joy to our community. As we celebrate ROCKtober, Middle School students will have dress down days and themed community activities to show school spirit and learn more about our commitments. One Team and Middle School Students are encouraged and welcomed to participate - Rise like a Phoenix!

  • Please review the attached calendar and information below on ROCKtober events! Students who chose not to participate in the dress-down themes are expected to be in full uniform.

  • Please ensure all dress-down theme attire follows the Boston Prep dress code.

9. High School Announcements

  • PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test): The PSAT is a practice SAT, whereas the SAT is a college entrance exam. This year, we will have both 10th and 11th graders take the PSAT at Boston Prep on Saturday, October 14. The exam is digital so students must bring their CHARGED school issued Chromebook (personal devices are not permitted for testing).
    • Why are 10th and 11th graders taking the PSAT? PSAT scores are used to determine who qualifies as a National Merit Scholar. If designated a National Merit Finalist, you can expect big financial and admissions benefits when applying to some colleges. Even if you are not a National Merit Finalist, many schools and corporations offer additional scholarships to students who receive high scores on the PSAT.
    • Date: Saturday, October 14
    • Time: Doors open at 7:30am for students, test begins at 8am; end time varies, but no later than 1:30pm -- late students will not be granted entrance and must go home
    • Grades: 10 and 11 only
    • Attire: Boston Prep uniform
    • What Students Should Bring:
      • Charged school issued Chromebook and charger
      • (optional) Water bottle, snack
      • All other items will be provided for students!


  • Summer Enrichment Verification: Boston Prep's high school graduation policy requires that high school students participate in a summer enrichment opportunity each summer of high school, for a total of 3 summer enrichment credits. Students earn the summer enrichment credit the summer after 9th grade, 10th grade, and 11th grade. Here are some examples of summer enrichment opportunities: participating in an academic camp or pre college program, completing an internship program, volunteering a minimum of 40 hours of community service, enrolling in a leadership training institute or summer camp, and obtaining summer employment through SuccessLink, ABCD, or other youth employment opportunities. For students currently enrolled in 10th, 11th and 12th grades, they will need to have their summer supervisor complete this Summer Enrichment Verification Form to receive the credit. The deadline for the Summer Enrichment Verification Form is Friday, October 13, 2023.

10. (CCO) College Counseling Office Corner

Class of 2024:



  • College Visits: From Monday, September 11th through Friday, October 27th, the CCO will be welcoming a variety of colleges and universities to Boston Prep. Seniors are invited to attend these sessions to explore these schools. If there are any questions about these visits, please reach out to the Director of the Persistence Project, Aaron Canto, at acanto@bosotnprep.org
  • Throughout September and October, the CCO is looking to connect with each senior family about the post-secondary process. In those meetings, we will discuss the college/career process, as well as answer any questions families may have about the process. To sign up for a meeting, please use our College Counselors schedule link:



General Counseling Updates:

  • Ryan Cutillo, our 9th and 10th School Counselor, has been busy meeting with and supporting students around the transition to high school, as well as understanding the necessary Boston Prep graduation requirements. If you would like to connect with him about your specific student, please use his scheduling link to sign up for a family meeting: ryancutillo.youcanbook.me

APPENDIX: FAMILY QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Upcoming Dates:

  • Friday, September 15 - Sunday, October 15: Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month
  • Thursday, October 12: Latinx Heritage Month Dinner Celebration - 6pm-7pm
  • Saturday, October 14: PSAT 7:30 am at Boston Prep (Grades 10 and 11 Only)
  • Wednesday, October 18: One Team Faculty Professional Development Day - No School
  • Thursday, October 19: SEPAC Meeting - 5:30pm-6:30pm (in-person)
  • Thursday, October 26: Picture Day
  • Thursday, October 26: Family Committee Meeting (5:30PM-6:30PM)
  • Friday, November 3: End of Quarter 1


Have questions?

Please don’t ever hesitate to reach out with questions! You can contact your child’s advisor or utilize any of the emails/websites below.


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