Dear BK Students and Families,

In this month's Counseling Center Newsletter, we will review our schedule and expectations for Final Exam Week, and share some helpful information about how students can be at their best for final exams.

As a reminder, students are expected to take their final exam during the established day and time period for their respective courses. One of the reasons we publish and communicate our annual calendar a year in advance is to minimize conflicts with our final exam week. When vacations are scheduled during exam week, it not only creates an unnecessary burden on our faculty, it also compromises exam fidelity and prioritization on academics. 

We would ask that parents avoid scheduling vacations or early out of town departures during final exam week. If students are in a situation outside of their control, where they cannot take their final exams during the final exam week, they must communicate with their counselor no later than Monday, December 11th to establish alternate plans. If exams cannot be completed during finals week, the only remaining alternative will be to return on January 8th to take all remaining exams. We will not allow students to take final exams after January 8th.

Tuesday, December 19th

• 1st Period: 8:30 -10:00 a.m.
• Break: 10:00 - 10:25 a.m.
• 2nd Period: 10:25 -11:55 a.m.
• Lunch: 11:55 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
• 3rd Period: 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 20th

• 4th Period: 8:30 -10:00 a.m.
• Break: 10:00 - 10:25 a.m.
• 5th Period: 10:25 -11:55 a.m.

Thursday, December 21st

• 6th Period: 8:30 -10:00 a.m.
• Break: 10:00 - 10:25 a.m.
• 7th Period: 10:25-11:55 a.m.

Office Hours

On Tuesdays and Thursdays, all teachers hold office hours from 2:45-3:15 p.m. The office hours are part of our school day; sports and other activities are not allowed to start during these times. Students are strongly encouraged to attend office hours, especially when seeking help in an academic area.

College Visits at BK

College visits at BK are another way to learn more about specific colleges and get your questions answered! Use the link below to keep up-to-date on what schools will be visiting BK either in-person or virtually.

Upcoming College Visits at BK

College Campus Visits 

Attending an organized college campus visit is a great way to learn more about a college or university. Up to three days of prearranged and validated visits will be considered an excused absence. 

College Visitation Validation Form

National Flight Academy

Experience on the most exciting and immersive learning adventures in the world aboard the world's largest simulated aircraft carrier. An experience for rising 9th-11th graders that inspires interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Please click here for more information.

5 Ways Students Can Boost Their College Applications Over Winter Break

Read the article here.

The FAFSA is set to open for this year’s seniors no later than Dec 31, 2023. As we wait for the FAFSA to open, here are a few things you can do to prepare. 

1. Create your Federal Student Aid ID. This is a legal identity and is required to submit the FAFSA.
2. Look for updates on the FAFSA website for an exact open date.  
3. Check deadlines for scholarship applications. Many colleges and universities are NOT altering their deadlines even with the delay in the opening of the FAFSA.

Senior Parents and Students

Attention senior parents and students. Bishop Kelly would love to know the amazing scholarships you have been offered. As you are receiving scholarship offers, please fill out the form below. You may have to complete the form multiple times if you receive several scholarships from different colleges.

Link to Scholarship Form

If students need help with college applications, scholarships, essays, etc...Our college/career counselor, Mrs. Klover, is available to help every Thursday in the 700 Commons during office hours. You can also make an individual appointment with her using the QR code in front of the counseling office.

The Counseling Center at BK includes four academic counselors, a College and Career Counselor, the Service Learning Coordinator, and BK's Registrar. The Counseling Center centrally located across from the Fraser Library. Students can use a QR code or email their counselor to request an appointment.   This is an easily accessible space for students to meet with their counselors.