Counseling Corner

 

Wednesday, April 29

BRHS Counseling Department


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NJSLA Exams

New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA) will continue tomorrow.  On Thursday, April 30th, all students enrolled in Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II who have not taken an End-of-Course math test will take the associated NJSLA-A math test. 

Practice tests are available by following these steps: 

  • Online Practice Tests
  • Practice Tests
  • Continue as Guest
  • Guest Session
  • Select Grade (High School)>New Jersey Practice Tests
  • Select the Practice test.
  • Scroll through the Testing Attributes and click “Select”
  • Follow directions and click “Begin Test Now”

College & Career Counseling

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Senior Google Classroom Code: 5c2eyoy
Junior Google Classroom Code: bq54mdyl
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What All Senior High School Families Need To Do Now Before College Freshman Year

If you missed the Senior Prep Program, here is the recording:

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RVCC Honors College and NJ STARS Info

Register for NJ STARS here.

2026-2027 FAFSA Step-By-Step Guide Webinar

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.    

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Reminders for Seniors

Senior Checkout Sessions Week of June 1st-5th

Seniors will come down to the career resource center with their PE class at their assigned time.

You will complete your Naviance requirement, confirm your FAFSA graduation requirement has been completed and ensure you have no outstanding fines (books, chromebooks. Maschios, school ID’s etc).

Seniors will not receive their cap and gown until all requirements are completed and fees have been paid.

Juniors - April Lunch & Learn

One more session has been added! 

 

Topic:  The Common Application 
Dates: April 30th, 2026, from 10:30-11 am in the Career Resource room in the Counseling Office.  Sign up via Mrs. Kaiser’s Google Classroom (Sign Up Genius Link)

You can schedule a meeting with Mrs. Kaiser at any time to discuss post-secondary options (college, military, trade/technical schools, gap year, workforce, etc.). Please utilize the link in my Google Classroom under the classwork tab.

Course Selection and Information

Option II

If your child would like to request Alternate PE, Service Learning, or Credit Acceleration, they should plan to meet with their school counselor to discuss their interest. If viable to pursue, a link to the Option II form will be shared. 

Option II Deadlines:

  • Acceleration Credit - June 3, 2026
  • Alternate PE - Applications must be submitted within the first calendar week of the applicable marking period

Department Happenings

Start of Q4 Snapshot in the School Counseling Office

Believe it or not, Monday, April 13th marked the first day of Quarter 4. Final Q3 grades will be available on Friday, April 17th. With the 2025-2026 Academic School year approaching its conclusion, it is an important time for students to reach out to their teachers if they have any concerns about their grades. Additionally, please note the absence totals, warning/loss-of-credit notifications, and general attendance guidelines. If any questions or concerns exist regarding academic standing and/or credit status, students should request an Academic Counseling meeting with their school counselor 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:

  • Art Unlocked
  • Boys Group
  • Cancer Support
  • Unplug & Kick It Old School
  • The Calm Collective
  • Girls Connection Circle

Wellness

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

The HOPE Squad invites students to de-stress with rock and shell painting and bracelet making on Friday, May 1st in the field across from the 600 building during lunch block

Mental Health Consideration

Recent research shows a significant link between social networking and mental health challenges in teens. This article from Newport Academy addresses the impact and offers practical intervention strategies to help teens and parents navigate social media use in a balanced, healthy way.