Counseling Newsletter

We are down to the last few weeks of school! Please make sure your student is working at home in all of their classes. Remember you have your tools to help hold them accountable. If you need help enrolling in these are learning how to use these please contact our Parent Center!

1) Aeries

2) ParentSquare

3) Google Classroom

This chart has been updated to help our students and families understand what students need to complete and pass with a C or higher to to be on track for graduation and college. The pink column is for 9th, the yellow column is for 10th, the green column is for 11th and the blue column is for 12th. Make sure to pay attention to the minimum number of credits that must be earned by the end of each grade level to be on track.

Your student can check their Aeries account for their assigned summer school classes. Please note that this semester may affect the classes your student has to take. If your student earns a D or F this semester and does not currently have summer school classes they may be assigned classes in June.

Summer School: Anyone who needs to retake classes will be signed up for Summer School at Birmingham (up to 2 classes) from June 12 through July 7 from 8:30 am- 3:00pm. If additional classes need to be retaken/completed, students MAY also be referred to Assurance Learning Academy to complete additional courses in the month of July. The Assurance referrals will be sent through email, so please make sure you are checking your emails daily. Students and parents must click on the registration link in the email and fill out the Google Form to secure your spot, as well as attend an online Virtual orientation about the summer school program.

Referral by Counselor

Referral by Counselor

Class of 2026! We want to encourage all students to finish this first year of High School STRONG!
Students who received a D or an F in the Fall semester will be scheduled by their Academic Counselor into Summer School. Those that receive a D or an F at the end of this semester will also be scheduled for Summer School as well depending on course availability.

We are close to the end of the semester and want to encourage everyone to finish the semester strong with Cs or better. Remember, you are currently building your GPA for your college transcript. Please note that Ds and Fs will be retaken. By the end of your 10th grade year, you should have 160 credits to be considered on track for graduation. Our goal is to make sure everyone is on track by the beginning of 11th grade. Your counseling team is cheering you on!

The end of Spring Semester is quickly approaching. AP Exams begin next week! Students, please continue to work hard and complete all classes with a C or better. Please attend tutoring before and/or after school if you need additional support. Also, do not hesitate to reach out to your teachers for help! Finals are scheduled for June 5-8. These are going to be the last grades on your transcript before college applications in the fall. Make them count! The 11th Grade Faculty is here to support you! We are so proud of how far you have all come! You got this!

Friendly Reminder: Please make sure to save the date for summer school if your student is in need of a class(s). This is the last summer you have to recover your credits. Summer School Session 1 will be June 12th to July 7th. Please reach out to your Counselor if you have any questions/concerns.

Important Reminders for Seniors:

• Statement of Intent to Register (S.I.R) is MAY 1st: Students must reserve their spot at the college they will be attending by submitting their SIR. Deadline to SIR is May 1st. Students SIR through their college portals/accounts. Please keep in mind that some colleges charge a fee to SIR.

• Next Steps after SIR:

• Complete Housing Application if student will be dorming.

• Sign-up for Orientation through college portal

• Check emails daily for college updates.

• Senior Survey due May 10: Seniors are required to complete a Senior Survey on Naviance to be cleared for the graduation ceremony. The Senior Survey will be available on May 2 and will be due May 10. College Counselors use the survey to send official transcripts to colleges.

Upcoming Senior Events:

• Decision Day, May 17: A festival to celebrate Seniors’ post-high school plans. More information will be shared on Parent/Student Square, Academy Class, and on Instagram (@bcchs.college)

• Senior Awards Night June 1: A selected group of Seniors will be honored for their academic achievements and contributions. This event is by invitation only. Invitations will go out the first week of May.

April Events Highlights:

• UC Riverside Field Trip: Click here for video

• College Highlight Contest Winners:

• 1st Place - CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO

• 2nd Place - CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO

• 3rd Place - CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO

• 9th Grade Scholarships: bit.ly/scholar9

• 10th Grade Scholarships: bit.ly/scholar10

• 11th Grade Scholarships: bit.ly/scholar11

• 12th Grade Scholarships: bit.ly/12scholar

• BCCHS SCHOLARSHIP LIST: bit.ly/scholarbcchs

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