The Bronco Update
Burrillville High School
Volume 4, Issue 2
Date 10.4.2012
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Principal’s Message
Inside this issue:
Artwork
2
Science
3
Math
4
Tech Education
5
the NECAP assessments in Writing, Reading and Math. Students must score at least a
Music
6
two to be eligible to graduate. We wish our juniors the best of luck in these
Social Studies
9
This month has been another busy month at BHS. The junior class is currently taking
assessments.
Freshmen Team 10
PBIS
11
School to Career 11
Our NEASC self study is well underway with the faculty scheduled to review and
Digital Portfolio 12
approve our first two standards, core values and assessment. We hope to complete the
Students of the 13
remaining five standards in the next few months.
Month
Community
14
We will be sending home digital portfolio updates for.students in the coming weeks.
Service
Yearbook
14
BHS Pink-Out
14
Drama Club
15
Nurse’s Office
15
Guidance
16
We will have a meeting of the school improvement team in October, if you are interested
Newcomer’s
20
in joining please email [email protected]
Group
Please speak with your student regarding their portfolio and meeting their PBGR
timelines.
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From the Art Rooms…
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Science Department News…
Biotechnology students made DNA
necklaces like this one with their own DNA,
extracted from their epithelial cells.
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Math Department News…
At BHS this year we have targeted problem solving as an area of improvement for our students. We are asking
for parent/ guardian support in helping us to improve the way students think critically. Try the problem of the
month with your son/daughter and then email the solution to [email protected] or bring the solution into your
son or daughter’s math teacher. Bronco Bucks will be awarded for correct solutions and/or creative
approaches to problem solving.
October Problem of the Month
Complete the quiz.
1. The first question with B as the correct answer is:
A.1
B.4
C.3
D.2
2. The answer to Question 4 is:
A.D
B.A
C.B
D.C
3. The answer to Question 1 is:
A.D
B.C
C.B
D.A
4. The number of questions which have D as the correct answer is:
A.3
B.2
C.1
D.0
5. The number of questions which have B as the correct answer is:
A.0
B.2
C.3
D.1
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September Problem of the Month
Master logicians ambush a college and capture three men. The logicians give the men a single chance to
escape. The captives are lined up in order of height, and are tied to stakes. The man in the rear can see the
backs of his two friends, the man in the middle can see the back the man in front, and the man in front cannot
see anyone. The logicians show the men five hats. Three of the hats are black and two of the hats are white.
Blindfolds are then placed over each man's eyes and a hat is placed on each man's head. The two hats left
over are hidden. The blindfolds are then removed and it is said to the men that if one of them can guess what
color hat he is wearing they can all leave unharmed. The man in the rear who can see both of his friends' hats
but not his own says, "I don't know". The middle man who can see the hat of the man in front, but not his own
says, "I don't know". The front man who cannot see ANYBODY'S hat says "I know!" How did he know the color
of his hat and what color was it?
Solution:
The man in front knew he was wearing a black hat because he knew the first man did not see two white hats
and he knew that the second man did not see one white hat because if he saw a white hat, the second man
would have known that his hat was black from hearing the first man's statement.
Technology Education Department News…
Heather Gilpatrick and Dan Takita, two of Mr Rose’s top CAD students are working closely with Mr Dave
Fontes, the districts facility manager, to create drawings of many of the high schools rooms and gathering
spaces. These drawings are going to be used to help aid the Burrillville Fire and Police departments as well as
the community for future gatherings and events held on campus.
The technology club has begun meeting on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the c-wing. The club will be working on
acquiring basic homeowner/handyman skills including some basic plumbing and house wiring. They have
already successfully diagnosed and repaired an electric space heater for office use and a pug mill for
reconditioning clay in the art dept. The club hopes to provide skills and experiences that many interested
“tinkerers” don’t have time for during the school day or that are no longer provided for in the Tech-Ed curricula.
54 Woodworking and CAD students have received their official NCCER (National Center for Construction
Education and Research) transcripts. Mr. Rose in conjunction with the Associated Builders & Contractors of
Rhode Island have provided our students with this competitive dge in the construction field as well as college,
when they leave Burrillville High School. If you know of a recent graduate of BHS that was passed either the
Woodworking or CAD course have them contact Mr. Rose (568-1310 or [email protected]) to make
arrangements to pick their NCCER transcript & ID. Card. For more information on NCCER please visit
(http://www.nccer.org/)
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Music Department News…
BHS Musicians Help Celebrate Dr. Palotta’s Recent Honor
It was recently announced that our own Dr. Palotta, Superintendent of the Burrillville school district, was named
Rhode Island Superintendent of the Year. The School Committee organized a special tribute to him at the
opening of their September meeting in which the BHS musicians were invited to participate. Just prior to the
start of the meeting, the members of the BHS Wind Ensemble lined up in the auditorium lobby and treated Dr.
Palotta and the rest of the guests to a medley of John Philip Sousa marches. After marching into the
auditorium, the meeting was called to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alex LeClair. The Select
Choir then led those gathered together in the singing of the National Anthem. The musical tribute ended with
the BHS Wind Ensemble and Select Choir serenading our good doctor with a special rendition of the school
fight song. The rewritten lyrics were:
Give us three cheers for Dr. Palotta!
Give us three cheers for Dr. Palotta!
The Broncos think that you’re so great,
That’s why you’re number 1 in the state!
Some ask why we are cheering so loud
You’re top in the state and we’re very proud.
So now we’re cheering “Job Well Done!”
We know why you’re number 1!
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Congratulations Dr. Palotta on a
job well done!
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BHS Bronco Wind Ensemble Select Next Drum Majors
Prior to the first home football game, current
senior Drum Majors Rebecca Hudon and
Juliette Latendresse conducted auditions for
their successors. Interested students attended
several Drum Major workshops to learn the
commands and maneuvers that they would have
to perform for the audition. Although Rebecca
and Julie make it look easy, the job is extremely
demanding and requires great attention to detail.
Special thanks go to all the students who
auditioned but congratulations go to Junior
Jeremie Harnois and Sophomore Anna Pacheco
for their selection as next year’s Drum Majors!
First Home Football Game Starts the Season off Right
The Wind Ensemble played during the
first home football game on Saturday,
September 22nd against Narragansett
High School. Although the weather was
just shy of being inclement, the sun
soon poked through the clouds and
revealed a beautiful autumn morning.
The group received several
compliments from our fans and those
from Narragansett as well as the
principal from Cranston East High
School. The could also be seen (only
for a second or two) on the 6:00 and
11:00 news on Channel 10.
What a great way to start football
season off right!
Upcoming Music Department Events
For further information regarding Music Department activities, please visit Mrs. Favali’s Blog at:
http://favalisblog.blogspot.com/
Music Boosters Meeting: Monday, October 1, 2012 6:30-7:30 PM
Extra Band Rehearsal: Tuesday, October 2, 2012 5:30-7:30 PM
Home Football Game: Saturday, October 6, 2012 2:00 PM
Autumnfest Parade: Monday, October 8, 2012 9:30 AM
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Social Studies Department News…
The Social Studies department is off to a great start this
year with several events that have already occurred and
several upcoming events to look forward to. Friday,
September14th was a busy day within our department.
Valerie Demarco hosted the Rhode Island League of
Women Voters to aide in the voter registration process.
This was an important first time event for any student about
to turn 18, and embark on the lifelong experience of voting.
This was also an excellent hands-on activity for Mrs.
Demarco’s American Government class, which was the
hosting class for this event. This voter registration drive
occurred during all of period 5 in the Media Center, so all
eligible students had access. With announcements of the
event’s occurrence starting a week in advance, Mrs. Demarco was able to sign up over 25 students. As a
follow up to these efforts Mrs. Demarco plans on using a $350 grant she also received from the League to fund
a state house field trip, thereby completing the circle of knowledge associated with registering to vote.
Also, on Friday the 14th Mr. Sheehan’s and Mr. Siner’s classes received a
speaker from the Federal Air Marshall Service. All types of 9-11 topics were
covered from security improvements, to international air security, to cooperation
amongst nations to combat terror. Student engagement levels were high and
much was gleaned through this day long presentation.
On Monday September 17, the social studies department received Mrs. Carolyn A. Mannis Esq. as a guest
speaker to our school. Mrs. Mannis a private practice lawyer, who focuses on Constitutional issues as her
area of specialty, is a volunteer pro bono lawyer for the ACLU, as well as a previous student here at the
Burrillville High School. Through the efforts of Mr. Sheehan, the entire department was able to participate in a
day long speaking event hosted in the library as our recognition of Constitution Day.
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On Friday September 28, students will be attending a Civil War symposium entitled “America’s Bloodiest Day:
Antietam, Emancipation, and Memorialization”
held at Rhode Island College for high school
students. Through Ms. Lamontagne’s US History
II EEP course, initial contact was made by
Professor Karl Benzinger, the cooperating
professor for our EEP history course. Through
departmental consensus and discussion, it was
decided it would be a departmental wide field trip
with a full complement of five department
members attending and three busloads of
students. While we know who won the Civil War,
this trip should be a win for all parties involved! A
special thank you goes out to Ms. Carlton and Mr.
Ferraro. Through their awareness and interest in
students, they were able to assist in making this
trip a no cost field trip for all students going. Very
helpful indeed.
More to come from the Social Studies Department
in October for sure.
Freshmen Team News…
The Freshman Team has been off to a busy start of the school year. Here’s a quick recap of September’s
activities.
In science students on the freshman team have been studying Earth science topics through the process of a
geologist. Topics have included: the structure of earth, rocks, and plate tectonics. Students are currently
working on constructing a 3-dimensional model of the earth.
In history, students closed out September with a test on the “Roots of Terrorism” unit. Students will now turn
their attention a unit focusing on the origins of man and the Paleolithic and Neolithic Ages.
In math, students began their yearlong focus on problem solving as well as
addressing mathematical issues that the students may have had (such as
signed numbers, fractions, and word problems).
In English students have been reviewing the eight parts of speech. Students
have also been working on their first major essay dealing with an
informational text about behavioral modification schools.
Finally, on September 28 the entire Freshman Team assembled for a
ceremony to honor the 2012-13 school year’s first Freshman Team Student
of the Month recipient. This award is for the student who earns generally
good grades, but also works hard, participates in class, and sets a positive
example for his/her classmates. The award for September 2012 was
presented to Leah Turner! Congratulations, Leah, and keep up your fantastic
work!
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PBIS News…
PBIS Gets Ready for a Busy October
As September came to a peaceful end, the PBIS Raffle
Committee drew the winners of the monthly Bronco Buck
raffles. Congratulations to the following students: Dunkin
Donuts Gift Card: Jesse Ayotte, iTunes Gift Card: Michaela
Wattendorf, DJs for October: Nick Clarke & Hope Ayotte and
Prom Tickets (2): Britton Laney. There will be other monthly
winners in October so keep earning and collecting your
Bronco Bucks and put them in the containers in the Guidance
Office. And don’t forget about the special iPod drawing at the
end of the semester!
With the start of a new month, the PBIS theme for the month is BE PREPARED. Let’s all make sure we have
everything that we need with us to make every day a productive one…you may even get a Bronco Buck for
doing so.
This is the last call for Advisory videos that will be used on the first day of school next year. Please submit any
completed video to Mr. Daignault by the end of the month.
The PBIS Committee is asking all in the BHS community to help us by registering your Stop & Shop cards on
behalf of Burrillville High School in the A+ Rewards program. Cards can be registered online at
www.stopandshop.com or pick up a registration slip from Mrs. DeMarco. Please also extend the invitation to
your family and friends. This one act could make a huge difference to our school.
With the approach of Homecoming, the PBIS Committee has launched its “Kiss A Pig” Contest. Nominations
have been taken for teachers, administrators, or staff members to kiss a pig. The top 5 nominees with have
containers in the lunch room for all of October. The contestant with the most money in his/her container by
Friday October 26th will get be kissing a pig at the Homecoming Pep Rally. Regular updates will be
communicated so keep feeding your favorite’s container.
School to Career News…
Great start to the new school year. Many student activities are taking place and many more are in planning. On
September 27th, 33 Science and Academy students, along with 3 staff members, attended the 8th Annual
Aviation Education Exposition at T F Green Airport in Warwick. Students were given the opportunity to tour and
board various aircraft and airport equipment along with conversing with airport personnel and institutions of
post-secondary learning connected with aviation and related fields.
October will feature trips to New England Tech and General Dynamics at Quonset Point, along with career
presentations by Lincoln Tech and others at BHS.
Future planning is underway for collaboration with Save the Bay, CCRI Lincoln Campus, and MTTI. Exciting
plans are also underway to host a Middle School Career Fair in the Spring - More to come!!
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DIGITAL PORTFOLIO UPDATE
It’s hard to believe that we are already several weeks into a new school year!
Before too much time passes, it is a good idea for students and parents to familiarize
themselves with the BHS Digital Portfolio system. Here are a few reminders that will help to ensure that your
student is primed for portfolio success:
Students at BHS complete their online portfolios during their senior year. A complete portfolio shows
that the BHS student has mastered all 15 of the school’s 21st century learning expectations. These
expectations include problem solving, communication, personal and social responsibility, and
technological competence.
To keep on track toward completing their portfolios, BHS juniors should have 12 portfolio expectations
complete by the end of their junior year, while sophomores should have 8, and freshmen 4. Students
not on track with their portfolios may be placed on social suspension.
All BHS students are responsible for maintaining an Individual Learning Plan, or ILP. Maintenance of
the ILP fulfills one of the BHS learning expectations and can provide assistance to students as they
develop post-secondary plans. ILPs are maintained through WayToGoRI.org.
With the arrival of October, students can expect to be receiving their first common tasks of the year
very soon. Common tasks form the backbone of a BHS portfolio. Therefore, it is extremely important
that students earn proficient scores on their common tasks. Only tasks that receive scores of 3 or
higher are considered portfolio worthy. Students who fail to achieve proficiency are strongly
encouraged to revise their work and improve their scores!
The senior portfolio presentation schedule will be released soon. Presentations will begin at the start of
second semester.
Finally, parents and students are reminded that any portfolio related questions should be directed to Mr.
Goodwin, BHS graduation requirements coordinator, at [email protected].
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Burrillville High School
Students of the Month: September
Art Department:
Emma LaPierre
Math Department:
Zackary Tayes - Algebra
Jeff Labossiere - Geometry
Gina Fidrych - Algebra 2
Louise Wear
: - Precalculus
Laura Antoniello - Calculus
Jacob Merchant - Academy Math
Josh Martins - Consumer Math
Phys Ed / Health Department:
Zachary Geremia - 9th grade
Morgan Allen - 11th grade
Laura Antoniello - 12th grade
Social Studies:
Estevie Hidalgo - Psychology
Marissa Fiore - Sociology
Louise Wear - RI/Burrillville Hist.
Betsy Dumais - US-1 Honors
Aaron Lamberto & Jacob Monroe - World History
Zachary Hardy - US -1
Alyssa Lemire - AP Euro
April Aliberti - US II Academy
Ryan Harty - American Government
English:
Chris St. Amant - Grade 9
Jeremy Moore - Grade 10
Jeremiah Picard - Grade 11
Maddie Rovinski - Grade 12
Steve McCormick - English Electives
Jon Thompson - Most Improved
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Clubs and Organizations
Community Service
Community Service opportunities coming up in October.
October 22nd 4:30 to 9:30 Spooky Space Night at Callahan
October 26th 6:00 to 8:00 Halloween Party at AT Levy
October 26th 5:00 to 9:00 Pumpkin Carving contest at Goodwin Farm
See Mrs. Forrest in A-21 to sign up!
Yearbook
Senior baby picture deadline was Friday October 5th. If you did not get one in
by the deadline, do so as soon as possible.
Burrillville Pink-Out Shirts
.
During the month of October, Pink-Out
shirts will be on sale to support breast
cancer awareness. Students, parents, and
friends, please support our Pink-Out by
purchasing a Burrillville Pink-Out shirt. The
shirts have graphics on both the front and
the back, and they are made from light
weight moisture management fabric. The
shirts are $15.00 each. They can be
purchased before or after school from Mr.
Sheehan in D-2 ([email protected])
and from the BHS bookstore during select
periods in the day
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BHS Theater goes to BROADWAY!
This fall, students who are currently enrolled in a theater course at
BHS, have taken a theater course in the past, or are members of the
Drama Club are planning a trip to New York City. The trip will take
them first to the Sony Wonder Technology Lab, where students will be
able to try their hands at virtual surgeries using nanotechnology,
create and manipulate photos of each other, use motion-capture
technology to create and animate their own creature, and take part in a virtual newscast, complete with cameras
and special effects.
Once their time is complete at the lab, they’ll travel with their group
through New York City, past Rockefeller Plaza and the famous tree
towards Times Square to see the Tony Award-Winning production of
Peter and the Starcatcher. This comedy was nominated for 9 Tony
Awards, winning 5 of them at this year’s ceremony. Following the
show, the Burrillville students will have an exclusive talk-back with the
cast and crew of the show, giving them a chance to speak with the
actors and technicians about their audition and rehearsal process as
well as question them about
life in the theater.
Students have until Friday, November 2nd to return their permission slips
and $105 to either Mrs. Blissmer (in B12) or Ms. Fleming (in B19). Any
students who are interested in attending this trip must qualify as a theater
student, and if there are any financial difficulties, please contact either
teacher. The chaperones reserve the right to limit attendees based on
academic eligibility, behavior, and absences of each student. There are
only 50 seats available, and spots will be given on a first-come, first-served
basis. We hope it will be a trip the students will never forget!
News from the Nurse’s Office
Season Flu Vaccine
This is an important reminder from Burrillville High School and the Rhode Island Department of Health
regarding the season flu vaccine. A vaccination clinic will be held for our students at the Burrillville High School
Cafeteria on October 25 at 7:30 a.m. You may register online at www.thewellcomp.com/school and the form
will be sent directly to the clinic or simply fill out the consent form you received in the mail and return it to the
school nurse teacher no later that two weeks prior to the event.
Getting your child vaccinated during the school day is the most convenient way to protect them. There is no
out-of-pocket cost for ANY child regardless of whether or not they have health insurance.
For more information, visit www.health.ri.gov or call the health information line at 401-222-5920.
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News from the Guidance Department
ACT TESTING DATES AND FEES
Students can register online at www.actstudent.org
ACT Date
Register-By
Date
Late Registration (Late Fee
Required)
Dec 8, 2012
Nov 2, 2012
Nov 3 - 16, 2012
Feb 9, 2013
Jan 11, 2012
Jan 12 - 18, 2013
Apr 13, 2013
Mar 8, 2013
Mar 9 - 22, 2013
Jun 8, 2013
May 3, 2013
May 4 - 17, 2013
Additional fees apply if you register late or make changes to your test type, center or date after registering.
High School Code is 400055
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SAT TESTING DATES AND FEES
High School Code is 400055
Register-By
Date
($49.00 Fee)
SAT Subject
™
Late Registration Tests Available
Y/N (see website:
($75.00 Fee)
www.collegeboard.com for a list
Nov 3, 2012
Oct 4, 2012
Oct 19, 2012
Yes
Dec 1, 2012
Nov 1, 2012
Nov 16, 2012
Yes
Jan 26, 2013
Dec 28, 2012 Jan 11, 2013
Mar 9, 2013
Feb 8, 2013
Feb 22, 2013
No
May 4, 2013
Apr 5, 2013
Apr 19, 2013
Yes
Jun 1, 2013
May 2, 2013
May 17, 2013
Yes
SAT Date
of the subject tests being offered
on each date)
Yes
Students can register online at www.collegeboard.com
Additional fees apply if you register late or make changes to your test type, center or date after registering.
Sunday administrations usually occur the day after each Saturday test date for students who cannot test on
Saturday due to religious observance.
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Listed below are the colleges planning a visit for the month of October. Any students who wish to
go to this meeting must obtain a pass from Mrs. Lavallee in the Guidance Office on the day of
the meeting.
College Name
Date of Visit
Stonehill College
10/02/2012
8:15 a.m.
Merrimack College
10/03/2012
10:15 a.m.
Fashion Institute of Design
10/03/2012
Time of Visit
12:15 p.m.
University of New England
10/04/2012
8:15 a.m.
Providence College
10/05/2012
8:15 a.m.
Mt. Ida College
10/05/2012
1:00 p.m.
URI
10/15/2012
12:15 p.m.
RIC
10/16/2012
9:25 a.m.
UMass-Amherst
10/16/2012
12:15 p.m.
Sacred Heart University
10/22/2012
7:30 a.m.
Keene State College
10/22/2012
12:15 p.m.
Univ. of Hartford
10/26/2012
10:15 a.m.
Lasell College
10/31/2012
9:25 a.m.
Scholarship Information
The High Five Scholarships website is now available; www.HighFiveScholarships.com It has the largest
collection of scholarships ever assembled. It is available to everyone free of charge. In addition to
scholarships, the website will soon have free ACT and SAT practice tests and Study Guides.
College bound seniors looking for a good resource for local scholarships should also visit
www.rischolarships.org
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DATE
RECV'D
NAME
TYPE
08/30/12
Horatio Alger
Association
Scholarship
any
08/30/12
The 100 Club of
Rhode Island
Any
09/05/12
09/05/12
09/12/12
Brad
Lafontaine
Memorial
Scholarship
Matthew Siravo
Memorial
Foundation
Elks National
Foundation
CRITERIA
Seniors who are US citizens
planning to pursue a bachelor's
degree after graduation and have
demonstrated integrity and
perseverance in overcoming
adversity. Must have financial
need, involved in co-curricular
and community activities, and
demonstrate academic
achievement with a minimum
GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
RI High School Senior whose
parent has completed at least 1
year of continuous service in an
organization covered by the 100
Club of RI benefit program
(public safety personnel serving
RI).
AMOUNT
FREQUENCY
DEADLINE
varies
once
10/25/2012
up to
$2,500
4 Years
3/1/2013
any
Senior Football Player on the
Burrillville High School Football
Team who has "the most heart"
$1,000.00
once
any
RI high school seniors diagnosed
with Epilepsy
$1,000.00
once
4/1/2013
Varies
4 years
12/07/12
$4,000
over 4 years
2/1/2013
Any U.S.
College
High School Seniors and US
citizenship
High School Senior who is a
child or grandchild of a living
Elk who joined on or before
4/1/10 or charter member of a
lodge that was instituted on or
after 4/1/10. Students must
apply online at
www.elks.org/enf/scholars/lega
cy.cfm
To Mrs.
Lavallee by
10/22/12
09/12/12
Elks National
Foundation
Legacy Awards
Any U.S.
College
09/17/12
American Fire
Sprinkler
Association
Scholarship
Contest
College
University
Trade
School
High School Senior. Must write
essay & include bibliography.
Must apply online at
www.afsascholarship.org
varies
once
04/03/13
09/17/12
Union Plus
Scholarship
any
Dependent child of a union
member w/a union participating
in the Union Plus Credit Card
program
from $500
to $4,000
once
01/31/13
09/26/12
US Junior
Chamber
International
Senate
Foundation
Scholarship
any
accredited
High school seniors who plan
to continue their education at
an accredited post-secondary
college, university or
vocational school.
$1,000.00
once
12/20/2012
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NEWCOMERS PROGRAM
Are you or your child new to the Burrillville High School Community?
Burrillville Public Schools
If you have recently moved to Burrillville or your child has transferred to Burrillville
High from another school district, read on...
Superintendent
Dr. Frank Pallotta
Principal
Mr. Michael Whaley
Assistant Principals
Mrs. Sherrill McKeon
Mrs. Kathryn Johnston
Department Leaders
Kate Desilets- English
Kristi Craig- Math
Tim DuriganTechnology/ Business
Nick Servidio-Science
Barbara DeMasco-Student
Wellness
Jennifer Fowler-Special
Education
Kevin Cash-Social Studies
We know how overwhelming it can be for kids to change schools. To assist in
this transition we are again offering newcomers groups for students during the
school day to orient them to what BHS has to offer. If you signed the newcomers
permission form in your enrollment packet, your son/daughter will have a chance
to speak to one of us and may be eligible to participate in a group, as available.
ATTENTION PARENTS OF NEW STUDENTS  We are hosting new (to BHS)
parent informational sessions this fall. You will have your choice of a
breakfast hour in the morning or a coffee hour in the evening. The dates
will be announced soon – a letter will be sent home with your son/daughter
and invitations will also be mailed. We hope that one of the sessions offered
will fit into your schedule, and that you will consider joining us to learn what BHS
is all about and how you can ensure your child makes a smooth transition to
his/her new school.
In the meantime, if you have any questions about the Newcomers Program,
please feel free to contact Kim Pristawa, School Psychologist, at (401) 568-1310,
ext. 2317 or email at [email protected].
Thank you!
Sincerely,
Janet McLinden, Student Assistance Counselor
Guidance
& Kim Pristawa, School Psychologist
Kristin Gigliotti A-Gi
BHS Newcomers Program Coordinators
Mary Lou Tupper Gl-O
Peter Berthelette P-Z
*A Special Thank You: We would like to acknowledge the Burrillville Schools
Alumni Education Foundation, Inc. (BSAEF), as they have made these parent
information sessions possible through grant funding. We truly appreciate their
generosity in helping to fund our program so that we could expand it two years
ago to include this very important component. Thank you, BSAEF!
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