The Advisor Newsletter

WCC Application Day 2024

On Tuesday, November 5, Westchester Community College will visit Byram Hills High School and offer students the opportunity to apply. Students will have the application fee waived.

Featured College

A Featured College is a college that we choose to explore to highlight some features that make the college interesting or noteworthy. BHHS school counselors have visited this school within the last year. They may share trends and other rich information about this college or university. Our hope is to highlight some of the features that make this college or university the Featured College.

How To Send First Quarter Grades To Colleges

In order for a senior to have their first quarter marking period report card sent to colleges and universities, they must first submit a request form that includes their parent(s) permission. 

Academic Advising for the 2025-2026 School Year

Academic advising is an interactive process where counselors assist students in achieving their academic goals by helping them select courses that align with their interests, aspirations, and abilities.

FAFSA & TAP

Are you a High School Senior Preparing for College? Get Ready to Complete your FAFSA and NYS Application for TAP.

 

 

Peer Tutoring at BHHS

Students at the high school can take advantage of peer tutoring. Mr. Allen advises the Peer Tutoring Club and helps connect students who are struggling with their classes with older students who know the material. 

Checking the Status of Teacher Recommendation Letters

So that teachers aren't inundated with reminders, seniors generally should not remind teachers about their specific college deadlines.  We will put out a mass reminder to teachers later this month. Historically, some teachers get their letters submitted weeks prior to 11/1; others just days ahead of time. 

Featured College

A Featured College is a college that we choose to explore to highlight some features that make the college interesting or noteworthy. BHHS school counselors have visited this school within the last year. They may share trends and other rich information about this college or university. Our hope is to highlight some of the features that make this college or university the Featured College.

PSAT Information

We will administer the 2024 Digital PSAT to our juniors on Wednesday, October 16.  Please make sure that your children arrive no later than 7:30 a.m. because we cannot admit them to the test once it has started. When students arrive, they should proceed to the upper gym.