Tuesday, January 13

• Scholarship Information

• Working Papers

• Part-time Job Postings

• Volunteer Opportunities

• January 21st & 22nd- Elective Fair 
• January 23rd - Deadline for Vo-Tech Applications
• January 28th - Marking Period 3 Begins

Sophomore Career Exploration 

As part of the school counseling program, counselors are meeting with their assigned 10th graders in small groups to explore career interests. During these sessions, students will complete a career assessment in Naviance and learn how to use Naviance as a valuable tool for career planning and exploration.

Marking Period 3 Snapshot in the School Counseling Office

Marking Period 3 marks the halfway point of the school year! This is an important time for students to reflect on their academic goals and progress so far. School counselors will be reaching out to students who failed any class in MP3. All students may schedule an academic progress check with their counselor at any time by using their counselor’s booking link.

School Counseling Groups During Unit Lunch

The School Counseling Department has been offering counseling groups throughout the school year during unit lunch. These groups offer a supportive environment for students to connect with peers, develop skills, and set or work toward personal goals. Students may join at any time; those interested should contact their school counselor directly.

Currently Running Groups:

Elective Fair

The Elective Fair is in the Small Gym on January 21st and January 22nd during Unit Lunch.  Make informed choices for the 26-27 school year.  All students are encouraged to attend.

Vo-Tech Application 

Vo-Tech is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year. The deadline to submit an application is January 23rd, 2026. 

Click here to apply.

Please note: Students must join their AP classrooms in College Board and submit payment through Total Registration for an exam to be ordered.

Please email: apcoordinator@brrsd.k12.nj.us with any questions.

To stay up on the latest AP Testing Information, join the AP Google Classroom: nxct7xpq

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Upcoming Visits to BRHS for Juniors and Seniors:

* January 15th, 2026: RVCC

* February 10th, 2026: RVCC Application Workshop- you will be able to complete your RVCC application right here on campus.

* Students should sign up via Naviance to attend these events!

Upcoming College Fairs: 

Shiloh Baptist Church of Plainfield 

On Sunday, February 8, 2026 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM , they will be hosting a college fair featuring several Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Registration link: https://form.jotform.com/260046772347156

You can access more information at the website: weareshiloh.org

Senior Google Classroom Code: 5c2eyoy

A reminder that you should be checking your college portals to keep track of your application materials.  It can take them weeks to update them due to the volume of applications they receive, so please be patient if materials still show as missing.  You can check Naviance to see if your counselor documents and teachers' letters have been sent. Be sure to check your email regularly as well. 

For any Senior who does not intend to pursue a 2-year or 4-year college, please make sure you have met with your counselor to discuss your future goals, or see Mrs. Kaiser if you need assistance in creating a plan.    

Junior Google Classroom Code: bq54mdyl

Starting in January, Mrs. Kaiser will be hosting Lunch and Learn sessions in the career resource room in guidance during the lunch block.  Each month will feature a different topic-students should only sign up for one session per month.  January’s topic is “Where do I start?”  which focuses on how to approach the college process, whether you have an intended major or are undecided.  The topics will include various resources for conducting college searches, setting up visits/tours, and finding academic, social, and financial fit. Please sign up via Mrs. Kaiser’s Google Classroom.  Bring your lunch!  

This week’s sessions will be on 1/13 and 1/15! 

Mental Health Consideration

New Year, New Goals? Resolutions are a big part of the New Year’s tradition. There are ways to help our students set goals that help promote their mental health. Check out these guidelines and learn how to guide your students’ goals to make sure they are setting attainable and beneficial resolutions.