3 Classes resume.

10 Winter Showcase Dance Drama and Cinema at 6 pm and 8 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

16 Martin Luther King Holiday. No school.

17-19 Final exams.

19 Mountain Campus Parent Information Gathering, 6:30 – 7:30 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

20 Faculty Inservice. No school for students.

20 Semi-formal Winter Ball, 8-11 pm, Eagles Club

21 Met Live in HD The Enchanted Island, 1-4 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

23 Faculty Inservice. No school for students.

24 Second semester begins.

24 Mountain Campus Parent Information Gathering, 6:30 – 7:30 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

29 Theater Arts Symposium and One-Act Plays, 4:30 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

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From the Headmaster

Dear Families,

Happy New Year. With exams on the horizon, though, the “new year” is really a misnomer here. Exams start in two weeks—on January 17—so please clear out a study space so your sons and daughters can finish the semester with a flourish.

One of my favorite quotations comes from inventor Thomas Edison, who said, “Opportunity is missed by most people because it comes dressed in overalls and looks like work.” At the risk of repeating a quote and a theme, I will remind you that study after study shows that the greatest determinant of success is simply to work hard. Not talent, not IQ points, simply the grit and perseverance to stick to a task until it is completed well. I know it is not easy—in fact, working hard IS hard—but it is also a critically important life skill.

Opportunity is knocking. Please help your daughters and sons to recognize what it takes to open the door.

I look forward to getting back to the joyous work of the school year in a few days.

Sincerely,
Mark H. Tashjian
Headmaster

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From the Athletic Department

Basketball and Ice Hockey Ticket Prices 2012

Adults $4
Students $2
Senior Citizens (age 62 and over) $2

Season Pass Prices for Basketball Games Only
Students and Senior Citizens: 10-game punch ticket $15
Adults: 10-game punch ticket $30

Season Passes are available for purchase at the Burr and Burton Athletic Office and at all home games.

Winter Sports Schedules on our website: www.burrburton.org/Athletics Calendar

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From the Mountain Campus Director

The Mountain Campus is officially opening the Mountain Campus semester program for sophomores, juniors and seniors next year! There will be information sessions for interested students and families Thursday evening, January 19, and again the following Tuesday, January 24, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm in the Riley Center for the Arts. There will also be presentations to students in advisory during the first two weeks of January. The Mountain Campus viewbook and application form are available online and in the School and College Counseling Office for the fall and spring semesters of the 2012-2013 school year. Go to www.burrburton.org/Mountain Campus Program.

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From the Parent Association

The Burr and Burton Parent Association endeavors to foster partnership between families, school, and the community through communication, education, social and fundraising activities and advocacy.

Happy 2012!!!

With winter sports in full swing, the Winter Showcase and Theater Arts Symposium on the horizon and first semester finals just around the corner, the Parent Association is looking forward to a productive second half of the school year.

We’ve begun a weekly email blast to keep parents better informed and “in the know” regarding the coming week’s activities and events, and other important information. The email is sent on Sunday evenings and goes to the primary email address you provided to the school. (If you are not receiving this email or would like to add/correct an email address, please contact Nancy Brown, nbrown@burrburton.org.)

Over the next several weeks parents will hear more about the 2012-13 tuition rate, plan and review student’s course selections for next fall, and learn more about the Mountain Campus. Maybe you’ll take in a game, attend a Performing Arts event, or assist with this year’s annual Gala. We’re happy to have a growing population of parent participants in our efforts. With the new year come New Year’s resolutions. This year, why not resolve to get involved?

As always, we encourage you to volunteer your time and talents or share your feedback. Contact a committee chairperson listed on the Parent Association page of the website www.burrburton.org/Parent Association or simply e-mail us at parentassociation@burrburton.org.We look forward to hearing from you!

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From the Performing Arts Department

All State Music Festival auditions will be held Saturday, January 14, in Hartford, VT.

The Media and Performing Arts Department is proud to present its winter showcase, A Night of Dance, Drama and Cinema, on January 10, at 6 pm and at 8 pm in the school’s Riley Center for the Arts.

The performances of this semester’s dance, acting and film classes will include performances ranging from Shakespeare to musical theater to contemporary dance as well as the premiere of the original film project A Day in The Life.  Dance performances will include numbers from musical theater favorites Cats and Grease in addition to a contemporary pointe piece. This year’s winter showcase is dedicated to the late Burr and Burton alumna Erin Hehir. A portion of the ticket proceeds will be donated to a dance scholarship in her name for any Burr and Burton graduating student who is pursuing dance training in college. Tickets are $2 for students and $5 for adults and can be purchased online at burrburton.tix.com .

This year’s annual Theater Arts Symposium One-Act Festival features seven one-act plays written by students and faculty members, ranging from comedy to drama. The performances will take place on Sunday, January 29, at 4:30 pm in the Riley Center for the Arts. The TAS was developed to bring about a wider range of acting, writing and directing opportunities for interested students. Student directors and actors have been working closely with faculty mentors during the rehearsal process and will have the chance to improve upon their individual skills by working with professional actors, teachers and directors from New York and Boston in workshops and rehearsals.

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From the 2012 Yearbook Staff

It is not to late to order your 2012 Yearbook!

We have over 100 books to sell and they are going fast so please don’t wait to get yours today. Cost of books are now $50 for seniors and $55 for all other students.

You can order online at jostensyearbooks.com or get a check to Mr. Vincent in room 4 of the Rowland Center.

Please Note: Senior parent recognition ads are also still available for $40. This is a great way to congratulate your son or daughter for all the hard work they have put into completing their high school career. Each ad is the size of a business card and can hold one small image or an image with a short quote. If you have any questions please contact Mr. Vincent at extension 549-8186 or at avincent@burrburton.org.

All order forms can be found on the school’s website in the Parents section www.burrburton.org/Yearbook 2012.

A yearbook is a lifelong memory students can look back on for years to come.

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From the Library

In honor of the 35 Burr and Burton Academy students recently inducted into the National Honor Society, we have a list of NHS recommended books to share. Winners of the 2011 NHS Scholarship were asked to identify a book to recommend to other students based on the text having had an impact upon them. Below is an alphabetical list by title of the books recommended by some of the 2011 winners. While this list of 33 titles is not an official endorsement and does in great part resemble reading lists found in many schools, we commend these titles to you for consideration.  Happy Reading!

The Aeneid — Virgil     Animal Farm — George Orwell     Atlas Shrugged — Ayn Rand     The Bell Jar — Sylvia Plath     The Bible     Brave New World — Aldous Huxley     Catch 22 — Joseph Heller     Death of a Salesman — Arthur Miller     Fahrenheit 451 — Ray Bradbury     Frankenstein — Mary Shelley     Freakonomics – Steven D. Leavitt     Harry Potter — J.K. Rowling     I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings — Maya Angelou     In Cold Blood — Truman Capote     The Last Lecture — Randy Pausch     Left to Tell — Immaculee Ilibagiza     Long Walk to Freedom – Nelson Mandela     Lord of the Flies — William Golding     The Namesake — Jhumpa Lahiri     Night – Elie Wiesel     1984 — George Orwell     90 Minutes in Heaven — Don Piper     One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest — Ken Kesey     Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead — Tom Stoppard     The Scarlett Letter — Nathaniel Hawthorne     Surviving Hitler — Andrea Warren     The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens — Sean Covey     Things Fall Apart – Jay Asher     The Things They Carried — Tim O’Brien     A Thousand Splendid Suns – Khaled Hosseini     Three Cups of Tea — Greg Mortenson     To Kill a Mockingbird — Harper Lee  To the Lighthouse — Virginia Woolf

Library website: http://northshirelibraries.com

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From the Health Clinic

HS PLT
The Collaborative’s High School Peer Leadership Training is coming up on February 10- 11! This year’s theme is “A Community of Stress Busters” and the event focuses on the importance of community, how stress effects our lives, and the role stress plays in priming the body for addiction. The weekend will be full of awesome games, activities and workshops! Join us at the First Congregational Church for this overnight event. Registration is from 12:30-1:00 pm on Friday, Feb. 10. Pick up is at 1pm on Saturday, February 11. The event costs $75. Scholarships are available. For more information or to register online, visit The Collaborative’s website at http://thecollaborative.us/peer-leadership/high-school-plt/

Broomball
Broomball season isn’t over! January 7 and 21, February 11 and 25 are the final Broomball days of the year! These events are free and for local teens in high school only! Come to Riley Rink, 8:30-10 pm! In case you don’t know what broomball is, it’s like hockey but you play in your boots, not skates, and use a ball, not a puck! It is SUPER FUN!

These events are organized by BBA Students Against Destructive Decisions and The Collaborative, hosted by Riley Rink, and sponsored by The Perfect Wife and The Spiral Press Cafe

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School and College Counseling

Second Semester Schedules
All students will receive a copy of their second semester schedule in advisories after vacation. Students who need to make changes should see their counselor by January 19. No changes will be made on the first day of classes and there will be limited opportunity to switch classes at a later time.

College and Career Planning for Juniors
The School and College counselors will meet with all juniors in individual student appointments to be scheduled in late January, February and March. We will discuss the student’s academic record, extracurricular and work experiences, and other positive factors that will contribute to a successful college application process or transition to work or other opportunities. Our goal with all students is to help them create a successful plan for life after Burr and Burton. We will assist college-bound students in developing an appropriate college list, answer questions and provide support for the college search.  We welcome parental contact and feedback at any time.

Standardized Testing for Juniors
All juniors who took the PSAT in October received their reports through the mail at home and test booklets were distributed in their advisory.

The next step is to sign up to take standardized testing in the spring. Students have many options about which tests to take and when to take them. Please contact your counselor if you have questions.

Upcoming Test Dates and Deadlines
Saturday, Feb. 11 ACT
Register by Jan. 13 at www.actstudent.org
Sign up for ACT with writing!
Test is offered at BBA

Saturday, March 10 SAT
Register by Feb. 10 at www.collegeboard.com
SAT Critical Reasoning Test only (no subject tests)
Test is offered at BBA

If student has potential athletic or other conflict for May or June test date, he /she may want to consider taking this one.

Saturday, April 14 ACT
Register by March 9  at www.actstudent.org
Sign up for ACT with writing!
Test is offered at BBA

There are additional test dates in April, May and June. See the ACT and College Board Websites or refer to the testing calendar we mailed home. Students should not test every time one is offered but we do recommend that juniors take at least one ACT or SAT this year.

Governor’s Institutes of Vermont
Sign up for Winter Weekend, February 10-12, 2012, at Goddard College, Plainfield Vermont. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: January 20, 2012, ($179 all inclusive, room and board) Registration is on a first come, first served, basis at  www.giv.org. Choose from 4 courses and participate in a weekend of fun, excitement and learning with other students from around the state who share your interests.

College Application Update
Congratulations to the many seniors who have already been admitted to college! Most of the rest have applied and are now waiting for responses from colleges that don’t report decisions as quickly. We are working with the small percentage of seniors who are still in the process of applying and aim to get their applications off by the end of the month.

Mid-Year Grades for Seniors
Many colleges request the mid-year or first semester grades of their applicants. Rest assured that the registrar will process grades as soon as possible following exams. We’ll then forward an updated transcript to all colleges listed on students’ transcript request forms.  Because we use a universal mid-year report form, there is no need to provide us with college-specific forms.

Financial Aid
January 1 is opening day for 2012-2013 Financial Aid Season! All students applying for need-based aid should be ready to submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and the VSAC  (Vermont Student Assistance Corp.) grant application in the next month or so.

Parents should begin gathering financial statements and information in anticipation of filing financial aid forms. Be careful to meet individual college financial aid deadlines.   Please remember that you can estimate on your forms and revise them later.  Many colleges distribute financial aid on a first-come, first-served basis.

Families are encouraged to apply on-line whenever possible:  www.fafsa.ed.gov and www.vsac.org

Some private colleges also require a form called the CSS Financial Aid Profile Form.  This process should be started immediately so as not to delay funding: https://profileonline.collegeboard.com.

Families who have specific questions about how to complete portions of the financial aid forms may want to take advantage of scheduling an individual appointment with Jim Estes our VSAC Outreach Counselor, on January 17. Families who want to participate should call Lynne Welsh in the School and College Counseling Office as soon as possible to put their names on an appointment list. Other VSAC counselors are on-call and available to answer questions families have about any aspect of applying for financial at their toll-free number: 1-800-798-8722.

Scholarships 2012

The VSAC Unified Scholarship application and information is available on the VSAC website and was distributed in booklet form in advisory. The deadline for all scholarships in this application is March 9; there is also an early-bird deadline of February 10.

Forms for all of the scholarships listed below are available in the School and College Counseling Office.  This scholarship information is also listed on the Naviance website at: http://connection.naviance.com/burrburton.

Vermont JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship
The Vermont JCI Senate awards 3 $200.00 scholarships annually to Vermont high school seniors going on to further their education. Deadline for submission each year is approximately January 15. In addition, the top 2 scholarship winners are entered into the USJCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program. Our national foundation awards 20 $1,000.00 scholarships to high school seniors going onto college. The other Vermont winner is judged strictly on need. Vermont winners are notified by early February. National winners are notified by May 1. Our Chairman, Gary Lazetera can be reached for other details regarding the program at e-mail address: glazetera @comcast.net. To download a current scholarship application please go to www.usjcisenate.org

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3 SAT testing, 7:45 am, Rowland Center

6, 7, 8 Theater Arts Symposium Auditions, 3-6 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

7 Vermont Reads Film Presentation, 7-9 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

8 National Honor Society Induction, 6:30 – 8 pm, Rowland Center cafeteria

10 International Holiday Potluck for Host Families, 6-8 pm, Rowland Center cafeteria

13 International Holiday Open House, 5-7 pm, Caroling and refreshments at the International Student dorm houses

15 Winter Concert, 7:30-9:30 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

22 Holiday Assembly, 11:30 am, gymnasium. Early dismissal at 12:35 pm.

23 Holiday Break

January

3 Classes resume

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From the Headmaster

Dear Families,

Like many Americans, I have followed the unfolding story at Penn State University with horror and outrage. How could grown men stand idly by while one of their colleagues, assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, molested and raped young boys? How could anyone witness a rape in progress and then leave the victim with the attacker? How could anyone fail to take the simple and obvious act of calling the police?

Perplexed and angry, I asked our AP psychology teacher, Dave Miceli, to take the podium this Monday at our weekly assembly to explain this behavior in some way that we can make sense of it. What he had to say is sobering.

Conformity + Obedience + Social Loafing = The Bystander Effect
We all think we would do better in that situation—we would be the hero.  But would we? Psychological studies have shown the very human propensity to conform: to do what everyone else is doing. If nobody is calling the police, why should I? A second factor is a natural sense of obedience: I’ll just leave it to my superior to decide what to do, and on up the chain it went. Finally, there is the concept of Social Loafing: someone else will do the right (and difficult) thing, so I don’t have to. These three forces conspire to create The Bystander Effect: people watch bad things occur, and they fail to act to stop it. Mr. Miceli cited numerous instances and studies demonstrating The Bystander Effect in action.

The Antidote to The Bystander Effect
Most of us don’t witness such clear violations as what occurred at Penn State. But we witness smaller acts. Bullying. Littering. Vandalism. Drug use. Cheating. Anti-gay slurs. Racial slurs. Do we stand by and watch?

Some think it is the job of school leaders and administrators to take on these violations to our community standards, and they are right. But just like the police in State College, Pennsylvania, we can’t act on what we don’t know. Is the code of silence stronger than the call of righteousness?

In fact, we ask that ALL students and ALL faculty and ALL staff members and ALL parents take responsibility for the welfare of our school. Mr. Miceli explained that to overcome The Bystander Effect, we must push ourselves to take action, push ourselves to step in when someone is being bullied or harassed, speak up when someone is bringing drugs or alcohol into our school. We must be the first to act rather than assume that someone else will step in. We must get comfortable with the discomfort that comes through action. That is the only way to become the hero that we all want to be and think we would be.

The only thing we can do with the tragedy and ignominy at Penn State is to learn from it.

Sincerely,

Mark H. Tashjian
Headmaster

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From the Athletic Department

Basketball and Ice Hockey Ticket Prices 2011-2012

Adults $4
Students $2
Senior Citizens (age 62 and over) $2

Season Pass Prices for Basketball Games Only
Students and Senior Citizens: 10-game punch ticket $15
Adults: 10-game punch ticket $30

Season Passes are available for purchase at the Burr and Burton Athletic Office and at all home games.

Winter Sports Schedules on our website: www.burrburton.org/Athletics Calendar

Booster Club Raffle
Patriots Package
The Booster Club still has raffle tickets available for their Patriots Packages (two game tickets and $500 spending money). This is their primary fundraiser for the year and the drawing will be held on December 5. Raffle tickets are $25 each and only 200 will be sold. Contact Booster Club President Arlena Merrow at terrymerrow@yahoo.com or Kathi Bierwirth at kbierwirth@burrburton.org.

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From the Advancement Office

Dear Parents,

Since December is such a busy month we’ll make our appeal very short and sweet.

By now, you have received our Annual Giving Campaign brochure, an e-mail from Patricia Nelson, chair of the Advancement Committee of the Parent Association, and a letter from our Headmaster Mark Tashjian asking for your support of the annual fund. From these communications, I’m sure you understand the importance of the annual fund and we sincerely hope you will be able to do your part in supporting it. As a parent, you have a vested interest in seeing the school meet the goal for the Annual Giving Campaign as it benefits YOUR student.

It easy to make a gift – you can give online at www.burrburton.org/giving/online, you can mail a check to the Advancement office at Burr and Burton Academy, P. O. Box 498, Manchester, VT  05254, you can call Nancy Brown in our office at 802-549-8110 and use your credit card, or you can stop by and drop off your gift. We’d love to see you in the Advancement Office and thank you in person. Or you can make a pledge at this time and fulfill it later in the school year – whatever works for you, works for us.

Once again, thank you to all those parents who have made their gift.  We are most grateful for your support and we hope all parents will join in and follow in your footsteps supporting Burr and Burton Academy. Please give as generously as you can afford.

Our sincere best wishes for a wonderful holiday season,

Cynthia H. Gubb
Director of Advancement

P.S.  Just in case you missed any of our appeals, please click on this link www.burrburton.org/becauseofyou and read about Kristen, Mitchell and Rachel, current Burr and Burton students taking advantage of every opportunity available to them. Because of you – these opportunities are available to every student.

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From the Parent Association

The Burr and Burton Parent Association endeavors to foster partnership between families, school, and the community through communication, education, social and fundraising activities and advocacy.

Looking back at November, we’d like to thank the Burr and Burton hockey teams for hosting the Pasta Dinner prior to the Mandatory Winter Sports Meetings; the many parents who assisted with behind the scenes needs for the fall theater production, Little Women; provided baked goods and served at the Teacher Appreciation Dessert Buffet and The MET Live in HD simulcast; and aided the Advancement Office in promoting the Annual Giving Campaign (by the way, contributions can still be made by mail or online at www.burrburton.org under Giving).

Last month we noted the PA’s efforts to provide the school community with feedback on what parents are excited about and what we’re struggling with, what we’d like to see improve and what we’d like to see more of…and your feedback was heard. Parents asked for more frequent and consistent notification of weekly events. And this week we launched our new communications initiative, “This Week at BBA.” Now, each Sunday evening parents will receive an email detailing events, activities and other important information for the upcoming week. This is an added feature to the existing school-parent communications, such as this monthly newsletter, The Bullhorn, the website, and other user-specific notifications you may have subscribed to personally.

Thanksgiving is behind us and the holiday season is just around the corner. At this time each year, Parent Association sponsored dinners and activities have temporarily wound down, giving everyone time to enjoy the season and an opportunity to get a jumpstart on all that lies ahead in the New Year. There will be numerous volunteer opportunities with Performing Arts, Booster Club and the annual fundraising gala, just to name a few. As always, we encourage you to volunteer your time and talents or share your feedback. Contact a committee chairperson listed on the Parent Association page of the website, www.burrburton.org, or simply email us at parentassociation@burrburton.org. We look forward to hearing from you!

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From the Performing Arts Department

Advanced Vocal Ensemble Caroling in Weston December 3, 1 pm.

Advanced Vocal Ensemble Community Christmas Concert at the First Congregational Church in Manchester, December 11, 4 pm.

Instrumental and Vocal Music Winter Concert, December 15, 7:30 pm in the Riley Center for the Arts. Ticket information:  www.bbamusic.wikispaces.com

Advanced Vocal Ensemble Caroling at Hildene, December 18, 1:30 pm.

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Student Travel Opportunities

Last call for the March weekend trip to Quebec!
Cost: $700 (approx)
Dates: March 4-6, 2012
Who can go: Any student
$100 deposit needed IMMEDIATELY to Michelle Emery (memery@burrburton.org)
We will be snow tubing, snowshoeing, dogsledding, AND learning about history at the same time!

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Holiday Pie Sale Supports Burr and Burton’s Green Initiative

Help support Burr and Burton’s effort to go green by ordering a holiday pie from Grandma Miller’s Bakery. Mrs. McMillan’s Politics of the Environment class is participating in the Lexus Eco Challenge and is raising money to buy a greenhouse for the garden as well as to support a school initiative to install smart lights throughout the buildings on campus. These two projects are going to help reduce Burr and Burton’s carbon footprint and promote environmentally friendly habits in the community.

Orders will be accepted between November 30 and December 14, 2011. Pies can be picked up on Wednesday, December 21, from 3-6 pm and Thursday, December 22, from 1-6 pm in the gym lobby. All pies are frozen and uncooked. Pies cost $13 each with the exception of pecan which is $14. For more details and order forms click here. For more information, please contact Sarah McMillan at smcmillan@burrburton.org.

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From the 2012 Yearbook Staff

Yearbooks are still available to order online at jostensyearbooks.com.

All online orders are now $55. If seniors wish to order books at the reduced price of $50, they can order directly through Mr. Vincent in Room 4 of the Rowland Center. Forms can be found on the first floor of the Seminary Building or on line at www.burrbuton.org/Yearbook 2012.

Seniors still have a small window of time to hand in their photos and write ups to yearbook@burrburton.org. If they do not hand in either photos, the yearbook staff has the obligation to fill the empty space with any available photos.

Senior parents who wish to purchase a recognition ad for their students can still do so until January 31, 2012. Each ad is $40 and is the size of a business card (horizontal). Forms can be downloaded from the web site page mentioned above.

Please make checks out to BBA Yearbook.

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From the Library

Virtual Reference Desk.  Try one or all of these sites:

Citation Machine — An easy way to help you cite sources correctly.  http://www.citationmachine.net

The Information Please Almanac — An encyclopedia, a dictionary, an atlas, and an almanac all in one!  A quick and easy way to find answers to factual questions.  http://www.infoplease.com

Federal Resources for Education — A website with useful links to a variety of teaching and learning resources, including photos, primary documents, and videos.  http://www.free.ed.gov

iTools Reference Desk — Provides quick access to a variety of tools and information, such as dictionaries, encyclopedias, newspapers, language and currency converters, and biographies.  http://www.itools.com

The Library of Congress — A link to the largest library in the world.   http://www.loc.gov

BBA’s Credo Online General Reference Collection continues to grow each month and now has over 560 titles. The following well-regarded titles were recently added.

The 2011 Annual Register: World Events 2010, ProQuest

Animals: A Visual Encyclopedia, Dorling Kindersley Publishing Inc.

The Cambridge Guide to Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Cambridge University Press

Cambridge Introductions to Philosophy: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Language, Cambridge University Press

Collins English-Greek Dictionary, Collins

Collins Greek-English Dictionary, Collins

Cultural Geography: A Critical Dictionary of Key Concepts, I.B. Tauris

Dictionary of Trade Policy Terms, Cambridge University Press

Eastern Europe: An Introduction to the People, Lands, and Culture, ABC-CLIO

Encyclopedia of the American Civil War: A Political, Social, and Military History, ABC-CLIO

The Environmental Debate: A Documentary History, Grey House Publishing

Globalization: Encyclopedia of Trade, Labor, and Politics, ABC-CLIO

The Handbook of Political Sociology: States, Civil Societies, and Globalization, Cambridge University Press

A History of Feminist Literary Criticism, Cambridge University Press

A History of South African Literature, Cambridge University Press

Key Concepts in Anti-Discriminatory Social Work, Sage UK

Key Concepts in Education, Sage UK

Key Concepts in Governance, Sage UK

Key Concepts in Nursing, Sage UK

Key Concepts in Public Health, Sage UK

Key Concepts in Social Research, Sage UK

The National Gallery Companion Guide, The National Gallery

Pocket Guides: Myths & Legends, The National Gallery

Poverty and the Government in America: A Historical Encyclopedia, ABC-CLIO

Slavery in the United States: A Social, Political, and Historical Encyclopedia, ABC-CLIO

The Featured General Reference Title of the Month is Animals: A Visual Encyclopedia

This comprehensive guide to the animal kingdom includes stunning action photography that puts our animal neighbors in context and shows them in their natural habitats, interacting with other animals and taking part in amazing migrations, feeding frenzies, and more.

Read a few of the entries:

Saving Giant Pandas

Elephant Family

Penguins

Poison Dart Frogs

Killer Sharks?

A World of Shells

Want more on this topic?

Take a look at these additional related titles, all part of the Credo General Reference collection:

Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs, Elsevier Science & Technology

Encyclopedia of Insects, Elsevier Science & Technology

Animals and Science: A Guide to the Debates, ABC-CLIO

Dictionary of Developmental Biology and Embryology, Wiley

Human Evolution: A Guide to the Debates, ABC-CLIO

The Lisa B. Tuttle Memorial Library provides students and faculty with resources for study, research and pleasure reading.  We are always looking for ways to serve you better. If you have any suggestions or comments we would love to hear them.  Just stop by the Library and tell us!

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School and College Counseling

Seniors should be finalizing the college process – be sure to connect with your School and College counselor. We need to plan ahead for deadlines that fall over the holiday period; therefore, Thursday, December 15 is the last day to request transcripts and records until January 3. Don’t forget that is the student’s responsibility to request that SAT/ACT scores be sent directly from the testing agency to the colleges.

Once you receive a decision, please let us know so we can keep an accurate record of our students’ successes. We’ll also pass along your happy news to Mr. Tashjian so he can announce it at Monday assemblies!

Standardized Testing Information for Juniors
PSAT results are due to arrive later this month. We will distribute results to students as soon as they arrive and discuss future testing options with them. Copies of the results will be sent home.

SAT prep courses will be available this spring. Watch your mailbox in January for details and registration information.

Burr and Burton will be a testing site for the ACT on February 11. Students wishing to register for this exam need to sign up at www.actstudent.org by January 13.

Financial Aid
If you missed the VSAC Financial Aid Night here on November 8, an online version of its popular “Paying for College” presentation is available at www.vsaccollegepays.org. The online presentation takes about a half-hour, but can easily be viewed in shorter segments. There are also helpful handouts available at the site to download.

It’s important to pay attention in individual college financial aid deadlines which are different from admission deadlines. Please check each college’s website for information.

Some private colleges also require a form called the CSS Financial Aid Profile Form. This two-part process should be started immediately so as not to delay funding. Forms are available online at www.collegeboard.com or via the VSAC website: www.vsac.org.

All families of students applying for need-based financial aid will submit the FAFSA. Be aware that it can take 4-6 weeks for the paper FAFSA forms to be processed and forwarded to your colleges. Please remember that you can estimate on your forms and revise them later. Many colleges distribute financial aid on a first-come, first-served basis. The FAFSA form may be submitted beginning January 1 by completing it at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Families can register at this site in advance of January 1 to receive the necessary separate pin numbers for students and parents. (Beware of another website: www.fafsa.com — which charges people to complete the forms. FAFSA is a FREE form!)

All students applying for need-based aid will also submit the VSAC Financial Aid Form after January 1. It is available online at www.vsac.org. And to help with all those forms, the School and College Counseling Office, in conjunction with VSAC, will be offering a Financial Aid Forms Night. See next month’s Bullhorn for the date and time.

Seniors will be receiving a VSAC booklet of scholarship opportunities in Vermont from the School and College Counseling Office; the booklet and application are also available on the VSAC website. Other local scholarships are posted in our office and will be announced as they come in.

Scholarships 2012
Forms for all of the scholarships listed below are available in the School and College Counseling Office.  This scholarship information is also listed on the Naviance website at: http://connection.naviance.com/burrburton.

American Legion Oratorical Contest
Eligibility: This is a state and national Constitutional Speech Competition open to 9th through 12th graders.
Deadline: January 7
Online information: www.legion.org/oratorical (left side of screen, Info Center)

MENSA Education & Research Foundation Scholarship Essay Contest
Eligibility: Awards are made on the basis of an essay of no more than 550 words that describes the applicant’s career, vocational, or academic goals. It is NOT necessary that the applicant be a member of Mensa. The eligibility requirements are that the applicant be enrolled, for the academic year following the award, in a degree program in an accredited U.S. institution of post-secondary education, and that an applicant be residing in the participating local group of American Mensa of application. The general awards are unrestricted as to age, race, gender, level of post-secondary education, grade point average and financial need. Winners MUST provide proof of school enrollment for Fall/Spring 2012-2013 prior to payment of the award. Application can be downloaded at www.mensafoundation.org. Also available in School and College Counseling Office. Award: $600 – $1,000 Deadline: January 15

VERMONT-NEA Maida F. Townsend SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Seniors who are sons or daughters of VT NEA members, must submit a 400-word essay
Award: $1,000; Deadline: February 1
Application in College Counseling Office or online at: www.vtnea.org

GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program
Eligibility: High School Senior who demonstrates exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, citizenship.
Award: $10,000 renewable; Deadline, February 17
Application online at www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships

Garden Club of Manchester
Eligibility: Senior continuing their education in the fields related to horticulture, landscape design, and environmental studies and other similar studies.
Deadling: April 1
Application in School and College Counseling Office

Knights of Columbus Scholastic Achievement Scholarship
Eligibility: high school senior who is a son or daughter of a Knight of Columbus; five scholarships based on scholastic achievement, involvement in school and community and need.
Award: $1,000; Deadline: February 15

Manchester Masons of VT Scholarship
Eligibility: senior planning to enroll in college who lives in Manchester, Dorset, Sunderland OR has Masonic affiliation through a parent or grandparent ; award based on leadership, community service and extra-curricular activities and financial need
Award: $500; Deadline: April 27

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2 Green Mountain Music Festival Auditions, Proctor High School

3 Mandatory Winter Sports Parent/Athlete Meetings for boys and girls ice hockey teams, Rowland Center cafeteria, 6 pm

8 VSAC Paying for College, Riley Center, 7 pm

8 Mandatory Winter Sports Parent/Athlete Meetings for all other winter sports, 6 pm. Pasta Dinner hosted by ice hockey teams starts at 5 pm.

9-12 “Little Women,” Riley Center for the Arts, 6:30 pm

11 Full-day Faculty In-service. No school for students.

16-17 Parent and Teacher Conferences. Dismissal at 12:35 pm (See below for details.)

19 Met HD Live, Satyagraha, 1 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

23-25 Thanksgiving Break

28 All winter sport practices begin

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From the Headmaster

Dear Families,

Last week, I read an article by New York Times Op Ed columnist David Brooks titled “The Life Report” [http://nyti.ms/vPs4aX]. It just got me thinking about the life I have lived and the life I am living, and I will tell you that I couldn’t be happier with either one. I went so far as to write my own Life Report this weekend, and I share this column with you and hope that you, too, are doing exactly what you want to be doing with your life.

The Life Report brings to mind the challenges of parenthood and the challenges of teaching. Knowing what you know about life, what would you encourage your sons and daughters to do with the opportunities available to them at Burr and Burton Academy? When my daughters are teenagers (which will be quite a while from now since they are 1, 3, and 5 years old), I hope they listen enough so I can tell them the following:

1. Learn from your successes and learn from your struggles. We just finished mid-term exams, and those exams provide feedback to each student on where they stand.  Now, it is up to the students to use that information to redirect their efforts, as appropriate, for the second half of the semester.

2. Try new things. If this school has one hallmark, it is the extraordinary range of opportunities available—in the classrooms, on the sports field, in the studios, literally everywhere on campus. Most people regret the path not taken and the opportunities missed.

3. Keep your head clear. Keeping our school substance-free is essential. It is simply impossible to make the most of a learning opportunity while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and we work hard to keep drugs and alcohol out of this school. I ask that you do the same at home.

I hope you enjoy the article, and I do hope you can engage in some discussion with your daughters and sons about how to make the most of their four years at this school.

Sincerely,

Mark H. Tashjian
Headmaster

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From the Athletic Department

The mandatory winter sports parent/athlete meetings will be held on the following dates:

Thursday, November 3, 6 pm Boys and girls ice hockey: Rowland Center cafeteria

Tuesday, November 8, at 6 pm  All winter sports (including ice hockey) meet in the gymnasium. From this meeting teams will be directed to individual meeting locations. Ice hockey players and parents will not be required to stay.

Be sure to join the boys and girls hockey teams for their annual Pasta Dinner before the winter sports meetings on November 8 from 5 pm-6:45 pm. Enjoy a night off from cooking as your family comes to meet coaches and get ready for the winter sports season. The teams will serve up spaghetti with meat sauce, Caesar salad, garlic bread, drinks and delicious homemade treats. Admission is $5 per person or $20 per family.

November 28 All winter sports begin practice.

All students participating in a winter sport must have had a physical exam after March 2010.

Physical forms and permission forms can be downloaded from the schools web site burrburton.org. These completed forms must be brought to the meeting on November 8 or mailed (attn. Kathi Bierwirth) to the school before November 23 (please identify the sport on the form).

If you have any questions, please feel free to call Director of Athletics Kathi Bierwirth at 549-8119 or e-mail her at kbierwirth@burrburton.org.

Winter Sports will begin the week after Thanksgiving on November 28. Because of the later start time for winter sports teams there will be games scheduled for all teams during the February 20-24 break. The Varsity Dance state competition will be held on February 18. Please keep this in mind when scheduling family vacations. Below is our athletic policy on vacations during the season.

Vacation Policy
An athlete who chooses to go on a family trip during a school-scheduled vacation period (holiday, winter, or spring) will be ineligible to play in the first scheduled game following vacation. Return to game eligibility will be at the individual coach’s discretion. When a trip coincides with the final week of regular season or post season play the athlete will need to choose between the sport and the trip.

TO RECEIVE ATHLETIC SCHEDULE UPDATES

• Go to www.digitalsports.com
• Find your school: type in Burr and Burton

Please note: * Do Not type in Academy. * The word and must be typed out.

• Click on Burr and Burton. Once on Burr and Burton’s page got to the right side of the page. Click on sign up for our FREE schedule update email.
• Type in your email address.
• Follow steps from here.
• As soon as games are scheduled, canceled or rescheduled you will receive an email.

Updated weekly athletic schedules will be posted by noon Friday for the upcoming week on the school web site www.burrburton.org. Once on the website go to the bottom right corner under Quick Links and click on Weekly Announcements.

Daily Information
You can sign up to receive a great deal of information through our website that will be e-mailed to you, sent as a text to a mobile phone, or through an RSS feed.

Our Weekly Announcements are sent out every Monday morning at 11 am and include the week’s lunch menu and timely information on a variety of topics announced at the Monday morning assemblies. Go to Weekly Announcements and in the bar on the right follow the instructions to sign up for an e-mail notification or phone notification.

Our website calendar can also be set up to alert you about school events and all athletic games of just one particular team’s schedule. Go to Full Calendar, click on Alerts at the top, and follow the instructions. You can also sign up through iCal and an RRS feed on the right.

On the Athletics Calendar page you can customize the calendars you are able to view by clicking on the Athletic Schedules box on the right to view all team calendars. You can choose to see and download all team calendars or just certain teams by clicking the box next to the name. When you have made your choices, click on the green Update View box to upload and view your chosen team schedules.

Instant Alerts
While we will always post late-breaking announcements on our Home Page, if you want to ensure that you are informed immediately of any changes to the schedule or events, please subscribe to “instant alerts” on the Burr and Burton Twitter and Facebook pages.

Dollar Skate November 6
Please join the BBA hockey teams for a Dollar Skate on November 6 at Riley Rink from 1:45 pm-3:45 pm. Enjoy great skating with family and friends for a dollar per person and some delicious homemade baked goods to re-energize yourself.  All proceeds will help cover the cost of ice time for the BBA hockey teams.

Faculty vs. Student Ice Hockey Game November 18
The fourth annual Faculty vs. Student Hockey game will be held on Friday, November 18,, at 7 pm at Riley Rink.  This is the major fundraiser for both the girls and boys teams.  Admission to the event will be $5.  All proceeds will go to help pay for ice time. Riley Rink has generously donated the ice for the game.

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Parent and Teacher Conferences

Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled this semester for Wednesday, November 16 from 1 pm – 5 pm and Thursday, November 17, from 1 pm – 8 pm with a break from 5:00-5:45 for dinner. Students will be dismissed at 12:35 on both days. Scheduling is done again this year online starting November 4 at: https://www.pickatime.com/client?ven=11601183. This link will also be available on our web site: www.burrburton.org in the Parents Center.

All parents are encouraged to schedule appointments with teachers. If you have any questions or are having problems scheduling appointments, please email us at stowslee@burrburton.org.

Helpful Hints:  The pick-a-time software is VERY sensitive to both case and punctuation. Please follow the examples exactly in order to register. The most common problem when trying to set up appointments is not entering your student’s birth date correctly. It needs to be entered exactly as the example is shown: mm-dd-yyyy. Also, if you are a split family, and another parent has already made appointments, you will need to contact us at stowslee@burrburton.org so that we can “clone” your student.

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From the Booster Club

Our major fund raiser this year is the Patriot Package. Two separate raffles to two separate games. The package consists of two tickets and $500 cash to a  New England Patriots football game at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Mass. We have extended the drawing date so more people will have a chance to get their tickets. Each ticket will be sold for $25 and only 200 raffle tickets per game will be available. The seats are in a great location, Section 114 Row 35 Seats 17 and 18. For more information please contact Terry Merrow by e-mail terrymerrow@yahoo.com

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From the Performing Arts Department

The Green Mountain Music Festival Audition is November 2 at Proctor High School.

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From the Advancement Office

Volunteer Power

We, in the Advancement Office, would like to take a moment and recognize our faithful volunteers who help us out in many areas.  The Advancement Office has a loyal group of volunteers that have helped with events such as Grandparents Day and the Met Live in HD simulcast just this past Saturday. The same holds true for the Booster Club and the Parent Association. Whether these folks are helping to set tables for our grandparents and special friends luncheon, baking goodies for all sorts of performances throughout the year, supplying food for bus trips, manning the concession booth at various sporting events, selling raffle tickets, planning and executing fundraising events, stuffing envelopes for mailings, and so much more, without this extra help we simply could not do what we do.

So first and foremost, a heartfelt thank you to all of our volunteers who pitch in and  make this place hum!  We love working with you and appreciate your willingness to help.

If you want to get in on the fun and action, please contact Katy Hancock, Parent Association president at katyhan1354@hotmail.com or call her at 867-9981.  There are lots of opportunities to get involved!

Annual Giving Campaign

Of course you know by know that we have launched the 2011 – 2012 Annual Giving Campaign. All parents received our brochure which features three Burr and Burton students talking about their experiences here at school. The full story of each student can be found on our web site www.burrburton.org/becauseofyou and their stories are representative of the amazing student experience here. It’s worth taking a moment to read about Kristen, Mitchell and Rachel. And it’s because of your generous support each and every year that we are able to provide such a vast array of “extras” to our students (and YOUR children).  Take a look around the school and see what’s happening. Better yet, come take a tour during the school day and we’ll show you how many different areas our students can find success.  This happens because of the generous support of the surrounding communities, and you.

So please, find that brochure that came in the mail in early October. Fill out the envelope and send it back to us with your gift. Make a gift that fits within your budget; we appreciate all levels of support. Or better yet, go to the website and give online at www.burrburton.org/giving/online. Either way, please make your gift – it will make you feel great that you’ve done your part, and it’s vitally important to the continuing success of our school.

Most sincerely,

Cynthia H. Gubb
Director of Advancement

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From the Parent Association

The Burr and Burton Parent Association endeavors to foster partnership between families, school, and the community through communication, education, social and fundraising activities and advocacy.

Is it really NOVEMBER already?! Time flies when you’re having fun. And the Parent Association has been busy this fall with all kinds of fun activities.

We held an All School Cookout prior to the first day of classes; welcomed new and transfer families; provided a Pasta Dinner for parents and faculty on Open House night (and also raised funds for the Hurricane Irene Relief Fund); sponsored grade-level potlucks; supported Homecoming Week activities in cooperation with the Athletic Department, Booster Club, Student Council and Alumni Association; held our 2nd Annual Community Wide Clothing Exchange in cooperation with the National Honor Society; and assisted the Advancement Office with Grandparents and Special Friends Day.

On an ongoing basis, the PA works to foster partnership between families, school, and the community. We provide the school community with feedback on what parents are excited about and what we’re struggling with, what we’d like to see improve and what we’d like to see more of…and we value input from all parents.

There are more activities and events being planned as we look ahead to the winter months.

A huge thanks to all who have already volunteered this year, and to those who have showed their support by participating in various activities. We’re always looking for cheerful faces and able doers, and have an open ear to hear whatever you’d like to share. It’s never too early nor too late to volunteer your time and talents or share your feedback. Contact a committee chairperson listed on the Parent Association page of the website, www.burrburton.org, or simply email us at parentassociation@burrburton.org. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Student Travel Opportunities

Spanish teacher Sue Ritchie and Science teacher Dave Curtis are leading a trip to Puerto Rico during the break in April 2012. The focus is Science and Spanish. There are still spaces available.  Please contact Sue Ritchie  for details sritchie@burrburton.org

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From the Dean of Studies

Burr and Burton Academy Winter Academic Ski Program for
Competitive Alpine and Nordic Skiers

The Winter Academic Ski Program evolved out of a series of discussions between parents of Burr and Burton Academy skiers, Headmaster Mark Tashjian, Athletic Director Kathi Bierwirth and other interested parties. The parents appreciated the holistic educational and co-curricular experience that Burr and Burton Academy offers and sought support to keep their children at home and enrolled at Burr and Burton Academy while pursuing a competitive ski racing schedule. Burr and Burton Academy recognized the many contributions of these students and wanted to provide structure and support that would permit skiers to keep pace in regular Burr and Burton classes while advancing their individual skiing goals and performance.

Burr and Burton Academy varsity and/or competitive (USSA/FIS) Alpine and Nordic skiers are eligible. The term runs from November 1, 2011 – April 1, 2012 (Quarters 2 and 3 of the academic year).

Applications are available now. For more information or to request an application form, please contact Meg Kenny at 549-8166 or by e-mail: mkenny@burrburton.org

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2012 Yearbook

Dear Parents and Guardians of Seniors,
This note is to inform you of the opportunity to reserve a personal ad for your student in the 2012 Burtonian yearbook. Each ad is $40 and can hold a small photograph and a short message. This is a great way to recognize your student’s hard work and the happiness of graduating high school.

If you are interested please make checks out to BBA yearbook, subject parent ad, and send the check attention Alex Vincent, Yearbook Advisor. If you wish to include a photograph you can send it by email to avincent@burrburton.orgor you can bring it into the school’s front office attention Alex Vincent. If you are submitting non-digital images, please write your student’s name on the back of the photograph so we can return it at the end of the year. If this is to be a surprise, please let us know that as well.

Space is limited and it will be a first come first serve basis, so don’t wait until the last minute. Ads must be purchased no later than December 21, 2011. We look forward to helping you make this a special occasion.

Please Note
Senior yearbook photographs are due November 4! You can e-mail the photos to yearbook@burrburton.org or bring the photos to Mr. Vincent’s room in the basement of the Rowland Center.

Two vertical pictures are required. If the photos are not received by this date, the senior’s photos will not appear in the yearbook.

Blurbs or personal information
The text that goes with senior photos and their names on the senior pages is due Friday, November 4.

In 10-point font size, each senior has a maximum of 216 characters to write the message they would like to appear in the yearbook. Seniors may include quotes or personal message of their choice.

Class Will
Each senior is allowed one short sentence for the Class Will. Seniors can “leave” something to another student or write a short message. Be creative! The yearbook becomes part of Burr and Burton’s history and will be read for generations to come.

PICTURES AND TEXT DUE: NOVEMBER 4

These deadlines are not arbitrary. The first section of the yearbook is due to the printer by December 1. If we don’t make the deadline, our yearbooks will not be delivered in May!

The 2012 yearbook can be ordered online at www.jostensyearbooks.com 

Thank you.

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National Theatre of London Comes to Manchester

Burr and Burton Academy and Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning are excited to bring the National Theatre of London to Manchester. The plays are captured digitally and shown here in an encore performance a week after the live simulcast.

The first play is The Kitchen on Friday, November 18, at 6:30 p.m,. in the Riley Center for the Arts. The play received four stars from the Daily Mail, Daily Telegraph, Independent, and the London Times, and is described as “fabulous, fast-moving direction… with wit and energy, it keeps you gasping.”

Arnold Wesker’s extraordinary play set in the 1950s puts the workplace center stage in a blackly funny and furious examination of life lived at breakneck speed, when work threatens to define who we are.

National Theatre Live is presented in partnership with Aviva and distributed internationally (ex-UK) by New York-based BY Experience.

Tickets for both plays are $20 for general admission; $5 for students. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.greenmtnacademy.org or call Renee Bornstein at 802-362-1199.

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From the Library

Looking for academic or scholarly research sources?

Try our Gale and SIRS online databases when searching for scholarly articles.

Academic OneFile, one of Gale’s many databases, is the premier source for peer-reviewed, full-text articles from the world’s leading journals and reference sources. With extensive coverage of the physical sciences, technology, medicine, social sciences, the arts, theology, literature and other subjects, Academic OneFile is both authoritative and comprehensive. With millions of articles available in both PDF and HTML full-text with no restrictions, researchers are able to find accurate information quickly. It includes full-text coverage of the New York Times back to 1995 and is updated daily.

SIRS Issues Researcher helps students make sense of the world by offering relevant, credible resources aligned to learning standards that tell the whole story on the major issues of the day. Thousands of primary-source documents, websites, and multimedia (including 13,000+ research-quality images) represent viewpoints from the pros and cons, to everything in between.

Eighty-five new ebook titles have been added to our library’s virtual bookshelf that provides a friendly online environment for students and teachers to search and read. With an easy-to-use graphic interface and books available via the Web 24/7, be sure to check out these new additions by visiting the library’s homepage!

The Lisa B. Tuttle Memorial Library provides students and faculty with resources for study, research and pleasure reading. We are always looking for ways to serve you better. If you have any suggestions or comments we would love to hear them. Just stop by the Library and tell us!

Library website: http://northshirelibraries.com

Library Hours

Monday – Thursday 7 am – 5 pm

Friday 7 am – 1 pm

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College and Career Information

VSAC Financial Aid Night
The Vermont Student Assistance Corporation Financial Aid road show comes to Burr and Burton on Tuesday, November 8, at 7 pm in the Riley Center (new location). Parents of juniors and seniors will especially benefit from the presentation of the principles and basic steps of the financial aid process and review of different parts of the various aid forms.

Families need to pay attention to individual college financial aid deadlines which are different from admission deadlines. Please check EACH college’s website for information. Students applying to private colleges should check to see if they are required to complete the CSS Financial Profile Form.  Forms are available on-line at www.collegeboard.com

Make an evening of VSAC night by arriving to the cafeteria by 6:15 pm to enjoy the wonderful spaghetti dinner fundraiser hosted by the BBA Friends of Hockey.

Seniors
Keep those applications coming! Let us help you brainstorm essays, review applications and consider good matches. Many seniors have already submitted one application; other students are still working through the initial process. A good rule of thumb is to apply before the December break. Remember to have your test scores sent directly to the colleges from the College Board or ACT. We’re here to assist and support you.

If you still need to schedule some campus visits, consider taking advantage of days and times when there are no classes: Friday, November 11 is an in-service day for teachers only; there are also two early release days (for parent conferences) on Wednesday, November 16, and Thursday, November 17.

Castleton On-The-Spot Admission Program
Castleton gives students the opportunity to interview with Castleton College admissions counselors at Burr and Burton on Wednesday December 7, and immediately receive their admission decision IF the student’s COMPLETED APPLICATION has been received by November 23. Students must sign up for an interview appointment in the School and College Counseling Office.

SAT/ACT Registration Information
We recommend that juniors hold off on these tests until the spring semester when they will have had a chance to review PSAT results and take a prep class, if desired. Test prep classes will be scheduled in the spring and we will alert you to those opportunities.

Seniors should note that November 8 is the registration deadline for the SAT on December 3 at Burr and Burton. Go to www.collegeboard.com.

Seniors who want to take the December 10 ACT at another school should register by the November 4 deadline at www.actstudent.org.

Update for Juniors
College-bound juniors took the PSAT on October 12. When the results are received in December they will be given to the students and a copy will be sent home. Beginning in late January, when we will have completed our most intense period of work with the current seniors, we will conduct individual college or career planning meetings with juniors.

PLAN Results
Sophomores will receive the results of the PLAN test in December. Copies will be mailed home.

Upcoming College Visits
Juniors and seniors may be excused from class, with teacher permission, to attend college meetings. Students and parents can find our most up-to-date list at http://connection.naviance.com/burrburton. We also post a paper calendar inside the School and College Counseling Office and list visits on the weekly announcements.

AP Exam Information
All students enrolled in Advanced Placement courses during the 2011-2012 school year are required to pay their exam fee of $88 per exam by Tuesday, November 29. Students may bring in cash or checks (made out to Burr and Burton Academy) to Cristin Rose or Lynne Welsh in the School and College Counseling Office. There are fee waivers available for eligible students; please speak with Cristin Rose in the School and College Counseling Office. All students enrolled in AP courses are required by Burr and Burton to take the AP exam. AP exams will be held May 7 – May 16, 2012.

College Athletics
Seniors interested in playing intercollegiate athletics next year need to register at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net. Stop in the School and College Counseling Office for assistance or computer access.

Selective Service Registration
Eighteen-year-old males need to register with the U.S. Selective Service at www.sss.gov. Male students need to do so in order to be eligible for federal financial aid.

Scholarships
Forms for all of the scholarships listed below are available in the School and College Counseling Office.  This scholarship information is also listed on the Naviance website at: http://connection.naviance.com/burrburton.

The Voice of Democracy Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to students in 9th through 12th grades. Must write an essay and record it on CD…reading of 3-5 minutes in length on the theme: “Is There Pride in Serving in Our Military?”
Award $30,000, Deadline: by midnight, November 1, to local VFW Post.

Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Eligibility: senior, employment, community service, leadership, financial need. Award: $4,000 – $60,000; Deadline: December 2.Application online at: www.elks.org/enf/scholars

American Legion Oratorical Contest
Eligibility: This is a state and national Constitutional Speech Competition open to 9th through 12th graders. Deadline: January 7. Online information: www.legion.org/oratorical (left side of screen, Info Center)

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1 SATs at Burr and Burton

5 Macbeth Alive Project, Riley Center for the Arts, 6:30 pm

6 Junior Parent College Night,  Rowland Center, 7 pm

10 Columbus Day – No School

12 Senior Workshops PLAN and PSAT, 8:00 -11:30 am

20 Calliope Café, Rowland Center, 6:30 pm

21 Grandparents and Special Friends Day

22 ACTs at Burr and Burton

26 End of the marking period

27-28 Midterm exams. Dismissal at 12:35 pm

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From the Headmaster

Life imitates football
In the second game of the season, our football team lost a heartbreaker in overtime. With the score tied 6-6, we had the ball on our opponents’ five-yard line with less than a minute left in the game, and didn’t get the ball into the end zone. A crushing defeat. The following week, trailing by a point with a minute left in the game and the opposing team with the ball on our five-yard line, Coach Thomas told his players to let the other team score a touchdown. Our Bulldogs then stopped the two-point conversion, thereby keeping the deficit to 7 points, received the kick-off and drove down the field to tie the score with two seconds left on the clock. The game went into overtime, and this time, we emerged victorious–a gutsy, hard fought, nerve-wracking win.

Life imitates soccer
Last year, our boys varsity soccer team was 2-14. This year, we are 7-0 and have outscored our opponents 26-2.  Same uniforms, same team, but a year older and wiser and tougher.

Winners figure out how to learn from their losses. Winners take the bitter pill of defeat and use it as motivation. Winners rise and overcome the obstacles that are in front of them.

Study after study demonstrates that the formula for success–on the sports field, in school, in life–is fairly simple: refuse to lose. Call it grit, call it tenacity, call it resilience, but our best students commit themselves in the classroom in the same way that our athletes commit themselves on the sports field. Our best students don’t know all the answers, but they seek out extra help from our teachers so they can learn the answers. And our best students have parents who pay as much attention to their schoolwork–and cheer as loudly for success–as our fans cheer on the sidelines of athletic contests.

I am proud of how ALL our sports teams have started off this school year, and I am proud of how we as a school have started off. Please cheer for your students and help them come back from their defeats.

Sincerely,
Mark H. Tashjian
Headmaster

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From the Advancement Office

With the fall foliage color starting to show, it’s a reminder to all of our parents and friends of the school that we are just about to launch the Annual Giving Campaign!  While some of you are groaning and saying, “Not again”, we are excited about the start of this season. Why? Because we have such a great story to tell about Burr and Burton Academy, and all that the annual fund helps provide to enrich the student experience here at our school.

Let me share just a few examples of what last year’s hugely successful Annual Giving Campaign has provided to YOUR student:

1. School subsidized SAT test preparation classes last spring
2. A new “Cultural Enrichment Fund” to bring visiting artists and experts into the classroom and curriculum
3. Improvements to the BBA Observatory with a new telescope and an active Astronomy Club (one of many)
4. First Annual Gawlik Awards showcasing student achievement in filmmaking and honoring a beloved teacher, Brian Gawlik
5. Upgrades to the Riley Center for the Arts to provide four simulcasts of Metropolitan Opera performances this school year
6. Scholarships for prom tickets, field trip expenses, dance shoes, clothing and more for students who may need a little financial help

While many take it for granted that the sending town pays the tuition of your student to Burr and Burton, what we charge for tuition does not cover the cost of all that is provided. With support from the annual fund, we can offer so much more to all students at Bur and Burton Academy.

We have many contributors to the annual fund including our board of trustees (100% participation), alumni, businesses, past and current parents, grandparents, faculty, staff, and friends of the school who are joined by one common denominator – they believe in the value of a great education. As a parent, you have an important interest in our success because your student is the one who benefits from the many different programs and opportunities offered at Burr and Burton.

So watch for the Annual Giving Campaign brochure which should reach your mailbox in mid-October. We’ve featured three accomplished students who reflect on all of the opportunities that have been provided to them as a Burr and Burton student. Please give as generously as you can and encourage other parents to do the same. It’s all about participation and support of the education of your student.

Sincerely,
Cynthia Gubb
Director of Advancement

Grandparents and Special Friends Day

Invitations are in the mail for Grandparents and Special Friends day on October 21, 2011. We’ve posted the information to our web site where you can also find an online registration form. Information can be found at www.burrburton.org/grandparentsday.  If we don’t have the address of your student’s grandparents and you know they would like to get an invitation, there is still time to get one out to them. Call or email Nancy Brown in the Advancement office at 802-549-8110 or nbrown@burrburton.org.

We have a really great program planned for our special guests on the 21st, culminating in a lunch date with your student. Please encourage grandparents or special friends to participate.

Tropical Storm Irene Relief Fund Grants Available Now
The Tropical Storm Irene Relief Fund has received donations of approximately $35,000 over the past several weeks and grant applications are now being accepted from community members who need assistance. The grant application forms have been distributed to the town offices of all the sending towns, local nonprofit organizations, and other community venues, and can be downloaded from the school’s website www.burrburton.org/Tropical Storm Irene Relief Efforts

Relief grants in increments of $250 or $500 will be given in the form of gift cards to local businesses. Grants to pay for other services, such as contractors, will also be considered. For more information, please contact one of the following at Burr and Burton:  Ben Freeman bfreeman@burrburton.org  (802-549-8279), Cindy Gubb cgubb@burrburton.org (802-549-8201), or Lani Lovisa llovisa@burrburton.org (802-549-8275).

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Food for Thought

Burr and Burton  has teamed up with the Northshire Bookstore and Spiral Press Café to offer students and faculty the exciting opportunity to read, listen, and connect. The program, Food For Thought, is intended to encourage pleasure reading: three or more students with at least one adult select a book to read together. The school will purchase the books for the group through Northshire Bookstore. Once the group has finished reading their book, they then have lunch at the Spiral Press Café to discuss the book. Spiral Press and Northshire Bookstore are providing a discount, and Burr and Burton is paying all expenses.

“This is a terrific opportunity for students and teachers to share the joy of reading and discussing great books,” said Headmaster Mark Tashjian. “As an added bonus, they get to do this over a nice meal at one of the top lunch spots in town. Such a deal!”

“We are thrilled to be a part of this partnership,” said Northshire Bookstore’s Nancy Scheemaker, “and very excited for everyone who is participating in these newly forming reading groups.”

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From the Foreign Languages Department

On October 13, 20 students from Wirtemberg Gymnasium, our sister school in Stuttgart, Germany, will arrive in Manchester with their teacher. This is the 29th year of this wonderful partnership.

The group will be here for 16 days. During that time, the German students will be living with host families and attending classes at Burr and Burton. There are many events planned for the group, including an afternoon on the ropes course, tailgating before a home football game, and pumpkin carving at the Equinox Hotel.

Burr and Burton students will complete the exchange by traveling to Germany for three weeks in June. In addition to traveling around Germany, our students will stay with their partner in Stuttgart for two weeks and attend classes at the Wirtemberg Gymnasium.

Foreign Language Conversation Groups at Mark Skinner Library

Sprechen sie deutsch? Parlez-vous français? Habla espanol? Brush up on your foreign language conversation skills at Mark Skinner Library. Burr and Burton and MSL are teaming up again to host conversation groups in German, French, and Spanish. Three groups meet the 2nd and 4th weeks of each month, October-May. German begins Wednesday, October 12, at 7 pm; French, Thursday, October 13 at 7 pm; and Spanish, Friday, October 14, at 3 pm.

Spanish speakers also have an evening option on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 pm, starting October 11. Burr and Burton’s foreign language teachers Barb Miceli, Michelle Emery, Sue Ritchie, and Erin Gilligan along with teacher Lizzy Lindenberg from Maple Street School will keep the meetings lively. These meetings are not lessons, but rather opportunities to practice conversation skills. Most meetings center on a theme.

Those with intermediate or advanced skills might feel most comfortable in the groups. Beginners are always welcome but their participation may be limited to listening and absorbing the language until they are able to join the conversation.

The groups are free and open to everyone. MSL customers do have the added advantage of using Mango Languages and Powerspeak, online foreign language learning systems available through their library membership.

Mark Skinner Library is located at 48 West Rd. in Manchester. For further info, contact Cindy Waters at (802) 362-2607.

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Student Travel Opportunities

Every year members of the faculty take students on extended educational trips. Interested students are welcome to apply to the Rowland Fund for financial assistance to participate in these trips by October 15. The application form can be downloaded from the website.

February 17-26, 2012
England, Ireland, and Wales
Contact: Betsy Hubner

April 15-22, 2012
Smithsonian Grand Canyon Adventure
Contact: Dale Spring

April 12-19, 2012
Puerto Rico
Contact: Sue Ritchie

June 14 – July 5, 2012
German Exchange Trip to Stuttgart
Contact: Barb Miceli

March 2-4, 2012
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Contact: Michelle Emery

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From the Yearbook Staff

A reminder to all Seniors: Pictures are due October 26. Digital photos must be submitted to yearbook@burrburton.org or hard copies delivered to Mr. Vincent in Room 4 of the Rowland Center. Pictures must be in vertical format and (if digital) at a high resolution (300 dpi).

Yearbooks can now be ordered on line at www.JostensYearbooks.com at a discounted price of $50.00.

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LEOs Club Events

The Manchester LEOs Club is a student subsection of the Lions Organization. LEO stands for Leadership, Experience, Opportunity and they volunteer throughout the community as well as in outside communities. Their main goal is to form a Teen Center in Manchester, Vermont but they are currently working on supporting the Manchester Food Cupboard as well as the Disaster Relief Funds for Vermont.

October 22 Gaming Tournament in the Internet Café at the Chalet Motel Annex, from 12 pm to 8 pm

November 19 Food Drive at Shaw’s from 10 am to 2 pm

For more information contact LEOs President Nikki Grossfeld at ngrossfeld@burrburton.org

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From the Library

Need a good book? Try using the QR codes in our library.

You’ve seen them on the pages of glossy magazines, or maybe even on signs outside restaurants. They are black and white squares with an odd pattern. These are Quick Response codes. A Quick Response or QR code is a two-dimensional barcode which can be interpreted by any mobile phone with camera capabilities. Unlike traditional barcodes, which feature a series of straight lines, these QR barcodes are laid out in a matrix and can hold much more information. “Scanning” the code by photographing it installs a free App or simple piece of software to your smartphone, and allows you to access the information behind the QR code which may contain images, website links, or text.

We are using QR codes in the library to help students find a good book. The heart of the library is still reading. There’s still something special about curling up with a good book to read, and nothing wrong with venturing into cyberspace to help with the selection process. When scanned by students using their smartphones, our QR codes connect the student with a book trailer that pops up and offers a visual description of the book.

http://northshirelibraries.com

Regular Library Hours

Mondays – Thursdays 7 am – 4 pm

Fridays 7 am – 1 pm

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College and Career Information

College Workshop for Parents of Juniors
Come to the Rowland Center for a discussion about the college admissions process for junior parents on Thursday, October 6, at 7 pm. Following a brief presentation on the college search, standardized testing and related topics, we will open the floor for questions. Please join us to learn how to explore the opportunities for your student. We will begin scheduling individual appointments with juniors in February once we have completed the fall application season with current seniors.

Sophomore and Junior Testing
Sophomores will take the PLAN on the morning of Wednesday, October 12. The PLAN helps students measure their current academic development and explore career options.  Part of the PLAN is modeled on the ACT, a standardized test option used in college admission. Therefore, the PLAN has value for students intending to enter college as well as those joining the workforce.

College-bound juniors will take the PSAT (a preliminary, or practice SAT) on Wednesday, October 12, during school hours. Students need to bring $15 registration fee by October 3 (or pay a $20 late fee) to Lynne Welsh in the School and College Counseling Office. (Checks are payable to Burr and Burton. Fee waivers for students on free and reduced lunch are available.) The PSAT is a wonderful opportunity for students who have completed geometry to assess their testing skills in preparation for the college admission process.

Juniors who do not wish to participate in the PSAT have the opportunity to take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery), an entrance test for students interested in serving the US Military.  The ASVAB highlights skill areas not normally tested so students planning to find a civilian job after high school may benefit from taking this exam.

Juniors also have a third option for October 12. Instead of testing, they may sign up to participate in a field trip to learn more about local business opportunities.

October 12: Schedule for Freshmen

All freshmen will participate in their annual day of service learning on October 12. They are currently signing up for activities in their advisories.

October 12: Schedule for Seniors

Although seniors are excused from school on Wednesday, October 12, until 11 am when regular classes resume, we strongly encourage them to put the morning to good use. Interested seniors should sign up in advance for the following programs:

College Application Work Session from 8-9 am, in the library.

• Complete applications with your college counselor

College Essay Writing Workshop from 9 – 11 am, in the library

• Brainstorm, write, and edit essays under the direction of Jen Hyatt

ASVAB Test (for students interested in joining the military or enter the civilian workforce)

Standardized Testing Registration for Seniors
For seniors who need additional testing:

October 7 deadline for November 5 SAT (not offered at Burr and Burton)

November 8 deadline for the December 3 SAT at Burr and Burton

November 4 deadline for the December 10 ACT (not offered at Burr and Burton)

Register online at www.collegeboard.com or www.actstudent.org. Please note that Burr and Burton does not collect the fees for the SAT or ACT; you must register directly with these organizations. (We recommend that current juniors wait to take the SAT and ACT until the spring after they have received their PSAT results and have had a chance to participate in a test-prep course.)

Application Reminders for Seniors
In addition to hosting the Application Workshops on October 12, the counselors are busy meeting with students on an individual basis to consider college lists, review applications and discuss essay topics. If your student is experiencing a roadblock in this process, please let us know so we can reach out.

By now, seniors should have submitted requests for teacher recommendations.  Students who plan to complete their applications during the month of November need to have their essays and applications to their counselor by October 15 for final review. December applicants should have their first draft completed in early November. Please refer to the Burr and Burton College Application Guide on the school’s website for more detailed information about timelines and the overall application process.

We encourage students interested in the University of Vermont to apply by November 1, to take advantage of the fee waiver for Early Action applicants and to receive a non-binding reply by the December holiday break.

VSAC Financial Aid Night
The Vermont Student Assistance Corporation Financial Aid road show comes to Burr and Burton on Wednesday, November 8, at 7 pm in the Rowland Center. Parents of juniors and seniors will especially benefit from the presentation of the principles and basic steps of the financial aid process and review of different parts of the various aid forms.

Make an evening of VSAC night by arriving to the cafeteria by 6:15 pm to enjoy the wonderful spaghetti dinner fundraiser hosted by the BBA Friends of Hockey.

Campus Visits
Seniors who have not visited colleges are strongly advised to make plans to do so as soon as possible. While scheduling visits on holidays and weekends is preferable, we understand that it is sometimes necessary for students to miss school. Parents should notify the school in advance for absences to be excused, although these absences still count toward the 14 absence total for individual classes. Monday, October 10, and Friday, November 11, are particularly good days to visit colleges because classes at Burr and Burton will not be in session.

College Visitors
Juniors and seniors may be excused from class, with teacher permission, to meet with college representatives visiting Burr and Burton. Please check the college visit list on Naviance (http://connection.naviance.com/burrburton). Daily announcements also serve as a reminder of these appointments. College visits provide students with a great opportunity to indicate their interest in specific colleges, ask individual questions and learn the most current campus information.

Sophomores
Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) is a dynamic and interactive educational program designed to prepare our country’s youth to become effective, ethical leaders in their home, school, workplace and community. Sophomore students who attend the Vermont seminar interact with leaders in business, government, education, media and nonprofits. They get a realistic look at our nation, its people, and their role within the world community. The VT HOBY seminar will be held in May, date and location TBA. Stop by the School and College Counseling Office for an application. Applications are due back to Mrs. Welsh by Friday, October 21.

Scholarships 2012
Forms for all of the scholarships listed below are available in the School and College Counseling Office. This scholarship information is also listed on the Naviance website at: http://connection.naviance.com/burrburton.

AES Engineers Scholarship
Eligibility: awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluated the essays that are submitted. Essay to be submitted via email.
Deadline: October 7
Details in the School and College Counseling Office.
TOPIC: What impact will the Natural Disasters of 2010/11 have on the global economy? How should these events affect future political, business and personal decisions? Submit essay to: scholarships@aesengineers.com

American Legion Oratorical Contest
Eligibility: This is a state and national Constitutional Speech Competition open to 9th through 12th graders.
Deadline: January 7
Online information: www.legion.org/oratorical (left side of screen, Info Center)

The William Randolph Hearst Scholarship
Eligibility: Applicant must hold an elected student government office; show leadership, academic achievement, clear speech, and community involvement
Award: $5,000; Deadline: October 4
Online application: www. vpaonlin.org (Go to “students” then scholarships)

The Voice of Democracy Scholarship
Eligibility: Open to students in 9th through 12th grades. Must write an essay and record it on CD…reading of 3-5 minutes in length on the theme: “Is There Pride in Sering in Our Military?”
Award $30,000, Deadline: by midnight, November 1st, to local VFW Post.

School and College Counseling Contact Information
Don’t hesitate to call us if you have a question, a concern or feedback. We welcome all contact and the opportunity to work with you to assure the quality of your student’s Burr and Burton experience.

Phil Anton, Director of Admission and School Counseling, Counselor for all freshmen 549-8125; panton@burrburton.org

Andrea Hogan, School and College Counselor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors 549-8145; ahogan@burrburton.org

Melissa Michaud, School and College Counselor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors 549-8130; mmichaud@burrburton.org

Cristin Rose, School and College Counselor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors 549-8126; crose@burrburton.org

Maria Bittinger, School and College Counselor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors,  549-8126: mbittinger@burrburton.org

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1 School opens. Early dismissal at 12:35 pm.

5 Labor Day. No school.

8 School photos

12 Junior and Senior Class Potluck, 5 pm

12 Senior Parent College Night, 7 pm

14 Junior College Field Trip and Fair

17 Freshmen Frolic, 8 pm

21 Parent Association Pasta Dinner, 5 pm

21 Open House for Parents, 6 pm

23-24 Homecoming Weekend

School events and athletic calendars are available on our website www.burrburton.org

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From the Headmaster

Dear Families,
Judging from the attendance at our Freshmen Orientation and Junior Jump-start events, just about everyone is able to navigate our damaged road systems and make their way to school. That does not, however, mean that our communities are anywhere near back to normal. I want to start this letter by reiterating an offer from this school: if you need assistance, we can send a work crew to your home to help with clean up, shoveling, basement reclamation, you name it. All you have to do is contact Lani Lovisa, Director of Hurricane Relief, at llovisa@burrburton.org or 549-8275, and we will organize a group to assist you.

A Call To Service
We have both the ability and the responsibility to make a difference in our communities, and this disaster is an unprecedented learning opportunity for our students. Already, our sports teams have cleaned basements in the Green Mountain neighborhood in Manchester. We are now preparing for students to go into other hard-hit areas—Londonderry, Weston, and elsewhere—to join with community members. When we talk about our mission of Responsibility, Integrity, and Service, the clean-up and rebuilding effort is an opportunity for us to live our mission and demonstrate through action the values of this school and the values of our communities. We will heed this call.

We Are Ready
We also take seriously our academic purpose: to educate students intellectually and morally. Even as teachers and staff members have dug out their own basements and assisted others in need, we have been working full tilt to prepare our facilities, curriculum and mindsets to launch this school year. We have a superb workforce, upgraded facilities, and a commitment to provide a world of opportunities for each and every student who walks through our doors. Our responsibility is to be prepared; each student’s responsibility is to make the most of this opportunity. I ask for your assistance in making sure your sons and daughters approach this school year with vigor.

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Hurricane Irene will forever mark this year. The Great Flood of 2011 will be one burned into our memories, and my hope is that our communities will never experience this kind of devastation again. As we live through this challenge together, we will also rise, together, to this challenge.

I have every expectation that this school year will be a great one, and I look forward to seeing students learn, grow, thrive, and find a return to normalcy in the weeks ahead. Happy New Year.

Sincerely,
Mark H. Tashjian
Headmaster

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From the Athletic Department

Homecoming Week 2011 September 19-24

Preliminary Schedule of Events
Watch your inboxes for further details and a full schedule of events in mid-September.

Monday September 19  JV Football vs. Mill River at BBA 4 pm

Tuesday September 20 Varsity Field Hockey vs. Windsor at BBA 4 pm
JV Field Hockey vs. Windsor  at BBA 5:15 pm

Wednesday September 21 JV Green Girls Soccer vs. Bellows Falls at Rec 4:30 pm

Thursday September 22 Powder Puff football game at BBA 4:30 pm
Homecoming Cookout at BBA 6 pm
Homecoming Pep Rally Bonfire at BBA 7:00 – 8:30 pm

Friday September 23 Student vs. Faculty Soccer Game, main field, 1 – 2 pm
Varsity Field Hockey vs. Springfield at BBA, 4 pm
JV Field Hockey vs. Springfield at BBA, 5:15 pm
JV Gold Boys Soccer vs. Springfield at Rec, 4 pm
JV Gold Girls Soccer vs. Brattleboro at BBA, 5 pm
Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Springfield at Applejack, 5:30 pm
Varsity Girls Soccer vs. Brattleboro at Applejack, 7:30 pm
Bulldogs Connect Alumni Event, Lisa B. Tuttle Memorial Library, 6 – 8 pm

Saturday September 24 JV Green Boys Soccer vs. Rutland at Rec, 10 am
JV Green Girls Soccer vs. Rutland at BBA, 10 am
BBQ Tailgate Party at BBA, 12 pm
Varsity Football vs. Springfield at BBA, 2 pm
Golf Ball Drop during halftime of football game
Homecoming Dance at BBA (students only), 8 pm

Homecoming is sponsored by the Booster Club, Parent Association, Student Council, and Freshmen Mentors.

GO BULLDOGS !!!!

From the Booster Club

Last year, thanks to the combined efforts of the Burr and Burton Parent Association and the Booster Club and numerous volunteers, we had a very successful and fun homecoming weekend. We would like to build on that success and stage another big weekend this year. Naturally, we need parent and student volunteers to work the concessions at the different sporting events, but we also need the parents to contribute food items for the Thursday night BBQ, which will be free of charge to the students. Below is a list of the items we need:

• Hot dogs: 600
• Hot dog rolls: 50 dozen
• Condiments
• Desserts: cookies and brownies
• Bottled water: 20 cases

Parents should email Kathi Bierwirth at kbierwirth@burrburton.org to let her know what items you can contribute to the Thursday cookout. Items can be dropped off in the gym lobby until 5 pm Thursday.

Thanks for your support,
Arlena Merrow
Booster Club President

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From the Advancement Office

We would like to extend a warm welcome to all of our students and families. If you’re returning – welcome back. If you are a new family to Burr and Burton Academy, we hope your student will enjoy their experience here.

As we start the new school year, we are in the process of printing and mailing our Annual Appreciation Report. I know you will be impressed, as we are, with the breadth and depth of the support for our school. We had an incredible year last year, and we look forward to replicating that effort this year.

The Advancement Office is looking for a few parent volunteers to help with our annual campaign mailings, setup for events hosted by the school (such as Grandparents and Special Friends Day), and other needs as they may arise. If you’re interested, please contact Cynthia Gubb at cgubb@burrburton.org or 802-549-8201 and we’ll put you on our call list.

The high school experience is a very important time in student’s life. We encourage parents and guardians to get involved with the school in some way. The more involved you are the more you know about the great opportunities offered here at Burr and Burton. It’s not hard to find a place to volunteer – call Katy Hancock, president of the Parent Association. She can explain where the need is and tell you how much fun it can be! Katy can be reached at katyhan1354@hotmail.com or 802-867-9981.

So once again, we wish every student great success in the coming school year and look forward to another great year.

Sincerely,
Cynthia H. Gubb
Director of Advancement

WANTED
Talented and cheerful volunteer willing to help with data entry and other odds and ends for the Advancement Office. Must have a knack for detail-oriented work. Great working conditions – we will tailor your hours to your schedule – whatever you can offer us would be great. If interested, please contact Cynthia Gubb at cgubb@burrburton.org or 802-549-8201.

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From the Health Clinic

Hurricane Irene: A Note for Parents on the Emotional Side of Trauma   Sandy Birch, LICSW, Health Clinic Counselor

As many of you know, the devastation Vermonters have witnessed post Hurricane Irene has caused many to become overwhelmed and stressed. Three of the major causes of trauma are:

1. The event occurs without warning,
2. You felt out of control and powerless to prevent the occurence, and
3. You had no way to fully prepare.

While we had weather reports of the storm, no one truly could prepare for what ultimately took place this past weekend. This coupled with the big transition back to school may be causing your child to be unusually out of sorts. Signs that they may need some additional support: withdrawn, acting out behaviorally, sad constantly or unable to deal with stress in their usual way or experiencing mild generalized anxiety about things they would normally be able to navigate with ease. Additionally, if your family has ever had a loss or experienced a natural disaster before, the hurricane may have triggered past memories that need to be reprocessed.

What to do? Please feel free to reach out to your child’s advisor, guidance counselor or teachers to express your concerns. They will keep a watchful eye on them as they transition into the new year. Allow your child to talk about it even if they are resistant, and offer a time and space to reflect on the devastation. Plan to help out those in need as a family – this will help with the powerlessness and turn the stress and anxiety into an action toward healing. Please feel free to reach out to the Health Clinic team. We are more than happy to provide support to you as a family and reach out to your child as needed.

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From the Arts Department

A call for students interested in the Arts Department trip to England, Ireland and Wales
February vacation will be here in the blink of an eye! Anyone interested in the Visual Arts Department trip to England, Ireland and Wales should get information from Betsy Hubner. The trip boasts breathtaking Irish landscapes, perhaps a glance at the Prince and new Princess, tours of authentic castles, seeing Big Ben, rides on the London Eye, kissing the Blarney Stone,  and seeing some great European art. This promises to be the trip of a lifetime with an authentic Irish guide who just happened to be a CK model and is one of the nicest people on earth. Don’t miss out!

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From the Foreign Languages Department

There will be a French Immersion weekend trip September 16-18 in Maine. All interested students should sign up ASAP with Madame Emery as space is limited. Cost is $105/student. We should return in time for the Refuse to Use Kick-Off on Sunday. Please e-mail memery@burrburton.org if you are interested.

The French trip this year will be heading to Quebec in early March for a three-day weekend!  Snow-tubing, dog sledding, sightseeing, and more, en français! Estimated cost is $600-$800, depending on enrollment. Sign up before the end of November; more information will be available coming next month! E-mail Madame Emery with questions: memery@burrburton.org.

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From the Yearbook Staff

The production of the 2012 Burtonian is now underway.

We will be setting up for purchasing very soon but the most important thing right now is for seniors to start sending in their pictures for their senior pages.

The yearbook staff needs two senior photos, one portrait and one informal photo, delivered to them by Wednesday, October 26, 2011. You can e-mail digital photos to the yearbook staff at yearbook@burrburton.org. Please note: All digital photos must be 300 dpi (that’s the resolution). All photos must be larger than 2.5” wide x 3.5” tall. Please put the student’s name in the subject line.

Seniors who wish to have them done by a photographer of their choice must arrange to have them completed in time to meet this deadline. Also if you have your picture taken on September 8 by the school photographer please let us know that that will be the picture you use for your formal image. Pictures must be in a vertical format. Remember that the portrait should be a head shot (head and shoulders only – no hats please).  Students must also submit a candid photo at this time (baby picture, sports picture, family picture, or favorite activity). This must also be in a vertical format or able to be cropped into a vertical. The production of a quality book that comes out on time for distribution depends on meeting this deadline.

If we do not receive a senior’s photos by the deadline, they may not be included in the yearbook. Please write the student’s name on the back of all hard copy photos. They will be returned to you next May.

Information on how to order the 2012 Burtonian will be announced shortly.

Thank you for all for your cooperation.

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From the Library

Welcome back everyone! We are very excited for the start of this new school year. We have a lot of projects that are going on in the library, and we’re looking forward to sharing them with you.

Please take a look at the library website http://northshirelibraries.com. It is always being updated with more links and resources so that it meets the needs of students and teachers.

There are always new books to review, so stop by and say hello to your library staff, Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Hansen. We can help you find great books and great web resources.

As always, if you need anything, please let us know. Have a great year!

Regular Library Hours
Monday – Thursday  7 am – 4 pm
Friday  7 am – 1 pm

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College and Career Information

Make-up Senior College Workshop
A second Senior College Workshop for college-bound seniors who missed attending the earlier session will be held on Friday, September 9 from 12:30 – 2:30 pm. We will meet in the Hunter Seminar Room.

College Application Workshops for Parents of Seniors
Mark your calendar for Burr and Burton’s Senior Parent College Night on Monday, September 12, at 7 pm. This program will take place in the Rowland Center and will recap details of the college process, application tips and other information we shared with seniors during their senior college workshops in August.

College Fair Field Trip
Burr and Burton is sponsoring a field trip for interested college-bound juniors on Wednesday, September 14. Students will leave school at 7:50 am and return at 10:00 pm. The first stop will be a quick bus tour of Castleton State’s campus. From there we will go to Champlain College where students will participate in an admission presentation, tour the campus and have lunch. We will then head to UVM for a tour and dinner with Burr and Burton alums in the campus center before going to the NEACAC College Fair at St. Michael’s College. Approximately 250 college representatives will take part in the College Fair. To sign up, bring a completed college fair worksheet and permission slip to the School and College Counseling Office. Bus seats are limited (40), and will be reserved on a first come, first serve basis until full. No reservations will be accepted after Monday, September 9.

Standardized Testing Registration for Seniors
Burr and Burton is the host site for the SAT on October 1. The deadline to register for that SAT is September 9. The registration deadline for the October 22 ACT at Burr and Burton is September 16. Pick up registration forms outside the School and College Counseling Office or register online at www.collegeboard.com and www.actstudent.org. Please note that the school does not collect the fees for the SAT or ACT; you must register directly with these organizations.

College Workshop for Parents of Juniors
Juniors had a jump-start on the college admission process during their August 31 workshop. Now it’s time for their parents to join the action. Mark your calendar for 7 pm on Thursday, October 6, for a college workshop in the Rowland Center when the School and College counselors will present an overview of the college admission process.

Sophomore and Junior Testing
Sophomores will take the PLAN on the morning of Wednesday, October 12. The PLAN helps students measure their current academic development and explore career-training options. It is a test that has value for students planning to go on college as well as those entering the workforce.

Most juniors will take the PSAT (a preliminary, or practice, SAT) on Wednesday, October 12, during school hours. Students must bring the $15 registration fee (checks should be made out to Burr and Burton Academy) to Lynne Welsh in the School and College Counseling Office by October 3. The PSAT is a wonderful opportunity for students who have completed geometry to assess their testing skills. Juniors who don’t wish to take the PSAT can register instead for the PLAN.

Contact the School and College counselors if you have any questions. Students who are eligible for free and reduced lunch should see their counselor to request a fee waiver for the PSAT.

The Assistant Headmaster is currently putting together a schedule for NECAP testing that juniors will have during the month of October. Please limit doctor and dentist appointments during this period.

Campus Visits
Seniors who haven’t yet visited colleges are strongly advised to make plans to do so as soon as possible. While scheduling college visits during vacations and on weekends is preferable, we understand that it is sometimes necessary for students to miss school.  Campus visits are excused absences. Friday, November 11 (Veteran’s Day) is a particularly good day to visit colleges because it is a faculty in-service day at Burr and Burton.

College Visitors
Juniors and seniors may be excused from class, with teacher permission, to meet with college representatives visiting Burr and Burton this fall. Nearly 40 colleges have already scheduled appointments during the month of September. Please check the college visit list on Naviance (http://connection.naviance.com/burrburton) or the College Planning Calendar in the School and College Counseling Office for the most up-to-date list of visitors and meeting locations. Daily announcements will also serve as a reminder of these appointments. College visits provide students with a great opportunity to ask questions and learn the most current campus information.

Contact Information
Please don’t hesitate to call us if you have a question, a concern, or wish to offer feedback. We welcome all contact and the opportunity to work with you to assure the quality of your student’s Burr and Buurton experience.

Phil Anton, Director of Admission and School Counseling, Counselor for all freshmen 549-8125; panton@burrburton.org

Andrea Hogan, School and College Counselor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors 549-8145; ahogan@burrburton.org

Melissa Michaud, School and College Counselor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors 549-8130; mmichaud@burrburton.org

Cristin Rose, School and College Counselor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors 549-8126; crose@burrburton.org

Maria Bittinger, School and College Counselor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors,  549-8126: mbittinger@burrburton.org

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14 Fall Sports Mandatory Parent/Athlete Meeting for Football ONLY, 5 pm, Rowland Center cafeteria

15 Football Practice Begins

21 Fall Sports Mandatory Parent/Athlete Meeting, 5 pm, E. H. Henry gym

22 Mandatory Senior Application Seminar, 10 am-1 pm, Rowland Center cafeteria

22 Extracurricular Theater and Dance Meeting, 6 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

22 Fall Sports Practices begin

23-25  Theater and Dance Workshops and Auditions, 6-9 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

24  Senior Application Workshop Part 1, 10 am-1 pm, Smith Center

26  Senior Application Workshop Part 2, 10 am-1 pm, Smith Center

29  New Student Orientation for sophomore, junior, and senior transfer students, 10 am-12 pm, Hunter Seminar Room

29-30  Faculty In-Service

31  Freshman Orientation, 7:50 am-1:20 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

31  Junior Jump Start,  7:50 am – 12:00 pm

31  Freshman and Sophomore Class Potluck, 5 pm, for all freshman and sophomore students and their parents, Rowland Center cafeteria

31  Orientation for Parents of Freshmen and and New Students, 7 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

September

1  School Opens. Early dismissal at 12:35 pm

5  Labor Day. No School.

8  School Photos

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From the Headmaster

Dear Families:

I hope you are all enjoying summer. In a few weeks, we will be sending out a package of information, key dates, etc. Please note that the full school calendar may be found online. The academic calendar and the athletic calendar may also be downloaded as pdfs.

Last year was a spectacular year in so many respects. I look forward to the coming year being even better. In the meantime, rest up and enjoy the closing weeks of summer bliss.

Sincerely yours,

Mark H. Tashjian

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From the Dean of Students

Dear Parents:

As the ability to communicate through electronic media has grown over the past several years, so have the number of incidents of cyber-bullying and cyber-harassment. No form of bullying or harassment is acceptable, but there was once a time, not too long ago, that it would only happen in a face-to-face setting.

Now your son/daughter can be in the comfort of your own residence and receive threats or be harassed via text message, instant message, Facebook (or other social network posts), and even online video chatting such as Skype.

The next form of technology to be aware of is video conferencing. ooVoo is the latest free, audio and video, webcam instant messaging software that can be used with Microsoft Windows and with Apple operating systems. ooVoo is similar to Skype video software and Apple’s iChat video software in that it allows you to have webcam conversations with friends.

ooVoo instant messaging software is also different from Skype and iChat in that it allows multi-party, video and audio calls with up to twelve locations at the same time—six on video and six on telephone.

Most incidents involving bullying and harassment begin in cyber-space and carry over into school, both electronically and in person. Thus, for some students their mistreatment can take place around the clock seven days a week. Even while they sleep they can be electronically bullied or harassed to the point of not wanting to come to school.

When this happens, we take it seriously and make every effort to get the perpetrator to stop. If the behavior continues, we discipline the offender even though the incident may not have taken place on campus, during school hours, or at a school-sponsored event.

Thankfully, through hard work, perseverance, and support, Burr and Burton was one of the first schools to take disciplinary action against students engaged in threatening electronic activity.

Act 58 of the 2011 Legislative session made changes to the definitions of harassment, bullying and the ability of schools to discipline students for off-campus misconduct. Simply stated, it is called harassment and bullying “by electronic means.” It allows schools to discipline students for misconduct off school grounds, on a school bus, or at a school-sponsored activity.

The purpose of this message is not only to make you aware of how we handle cyber-bullying and cyber-harassment, but to also encourage you to have a dialogue with your son/daughter about the proper use of electronic media and the dangers.

Please feel free to contact me at any time if you have any questions.

Sincerely,
Anthony Cirelli
Dean of Students

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From the Athletic Department

Important Fall Sports Information

August 14 Mandatory Fall Sports Parent and Athlete Information Night at 5 pm in the cafeteria for FOOTBALL only

August 15 Football practice begins

August 21 Mandatory Fall Sports Parent and Athlete Information Night for soccer, cross-country and field hockey at 5 pm. All athletes and parents will meet in the gym first and then go to individual team meetings. The Parent Association is hosting a dinner following the meetings.

August 22 Soccer, field hockey and cross-country practices begin.

Fall Varsity Coaches

Football: Jason Thomas

Girls’ Soccer: Dan DeForest

Boys’ Soccer: Peter Mull

Field Hockey: Barbara Muench

Cross-Country: Sandy Birch

All athletes must have a physical exam after November 15, 2009, in order to participate in the fall season. Physical forms and permission forms can be downloaded from the school’s web site, www.burrburton.org/Athletics. Completed forms must be brought to the meetings on August 14 or August 21 or mailed (attention Kathi Bierwirth) to the school before August 14. Please indicate which sport you will be participating in.

Returning students must be in attendance at the first day of practice and all juniors must attend the varsity tryouts.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Director of Athletics Kathi Bierwirth kbierwirth@burrburton.org

The fall sports registration form can be filed out electronically as a Goggle doc.

Concussion in Sports: What You Need to Know
Click here for course link

A sports-related concussion in high school sports can be a serious and even life-threatening situation if not managed correctly. The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have teamed up to provide information and resources to help educate coaches, officials, parents and students on the importance of proper concussion recognition and management in high school sports. Mick Koester M.D., ATC, chair of the NFHS Sports Medicine Advisory Committee and director of the Slocum Sports Concussion in Eugene, Oregon, takes you through this course. In this course you will learn the impact a sports-related concussion can have on your players, how to recognize a suspected concussion, the proper protocols to manage a suspected concussion, and steps to help your player return to play safely after experiencing a concussion.

The Role of the Parent in Sports
Click here for link to course

The National Federation of State High School Associations has come out with a new free course: The Role of the Parent in Sports. There are some good information, videos and handouts that parents and coaches should become familiar with.

As a parent of a student who participates in athletics, you make a huge difference in the quality of your child’s sports experience, as well as what is being taught and learned by your son or daughter. The National Federation of State High School Associations has provided information and resources to help educate you on the importance of proper behavior by parents in school sports.

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From the Performing Arts Department

A mandatory meeting for all students interested in participating in the Media and Performing Arts extracurricular fall productions will take place on August 22, 2011 at 6:30 pm in the Riley Center for the Arts.  If you are interested in acting, dancing, singing, directing, building sets, writing, hanging lights, filming, editing, etc make sure you don’t miss this meeting. Audition material will be handed out for the fall play Little Women and the Fall Film Project. Auditions will take place on August 23-25 6:30 pm-9:00 pm. We will also share information and schedules for all other offerings such as Broadway Workshop, Pointe and Circuits. For more information go to www.pactd.wikispaces.com . If you are unable to attend, please contact Mr. Raposa at jraposa@burrburton.org

Burr and Burton’s very own Jim Raposa will be appearing in the Fort Salem Theater production of GEORGE M. COHAN TONIGHT! on August 12-14 and 19-21. You may know Jim as a teacher and a director at BBA, but did you know that he appeared on Broadway in the musicals “Cats,” “The Lion King,” “Ragtime” and many other shows and films throughout his 25-year performing career? Don’t miss this chance to see him in his element, on stage, portraying the man who owned Broadway, George M. Cohan. For tickets call 518.854.9200.

Mention that you are a Burr and Burton student and your ticket is $10. Adults are $27 and Seniors are $25

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From the Advancement Office

The only word that can describe 2010 – 2011 is AWESOME. The Advancement office wants to once again thank everyone who helped us throughout the year with events, the Celebrating Global Community gala, the Online Auction, those who volunteered with the Booster Club or the Parent Association, did fundraising for Friends of Hockey or other efforts, and supported the Annual Giving Campaign with a gift.

Once again, this year’s annual fund was a resounding success. Not only did we meet our goal of $475,000, we far surpassed it, all because of your amazing generosity. And the parent fundraising event blew the doors off of previous events raising over $160,000 (before expenses). Gifts from parents came in all sizes, including many gifts-in-kind of items for the first ever Online Auction. To get to our goal, we received support from our Board of Trustees (100 percent as always), our parents, grandparents, faculty and staff, local businesses, past parents, alumni, former board members, Advisory Council members, Alumni Association members and friends of the school.

It takes a lot of collaboration and cooperation to make this special place we know as Burr and Burton Academy be the school of choice in our area. Through our unique public/private partnership, we educate all students and offer them a breadth of opportunities you won’t find anywhere else in Vermont. Your generous support makes all that possible.

As we count down to the opening of the 2011 – 2012 school year, we hope you enjoy the rest of the summer and we look forward to seeing these halls bustling with students soon!

Most gratefully,
Cynthia H. Gubb
Director of Advancement

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From the Business Office

Tuition Request Form

Each of  Burr and Burton’s sending towns has its own tuition request requirements and process. The towns of Danby, Dorset, Manchester, Mt. Tabor, Sunderland, Rupert, and Pawlet are part of the Bennington Rutland Supervisory Union (BRSU.) Please submit the tuition request form sent to you by the Bennington Rutland Supervisory Union by August 15, 2011. These forms must be filed every year a student is enrolled at Burr and Burton Academy. If you did not receive one or have misplaced the form you can download it from our Admissions page on our website at www.burrburton.org

The other sending towns, including Landgrove, Londonderry, Peru, Stratton, Weston and Winhall, have their own forms. Please contact the town school board or town clerk for information about the forms required.

If your town is not referenced above, you must contact the town school board or town clerk about the forms your town requires.

If you have any questions please contact Ramona Towne in the Burr and Burton Business Office at 549-8149 or e-mail rtowne@burrburton.org

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2012 Burtonian Yearbooks

Seniors and Parents of Seniors!
The 2012 Burtonian yearbook staff needs 2 senior photos, one portrait and one informal photo, delivered to them by Friday, October 7, 2011. Please arrange to have these photos taken over the summer.  Students may also have their formal photos taken on Thursday, September 8, at the school.

You can e-mail digital photos to the yearbook staff at yearbook@burrburton.org.

Please note: All digital photos must be 300 dpi (that’s the resolution). All photos must be larger than 2.5 inches wide x 3.5 inches tall. Please put the student’s name in the subject line. Photos that are in a hard copy format can be mailed to the Burtonian yearbook staff, attention Alex Vincent, Burr and Burton Academy, PO Box 498, Manchester, VT 05254.

Seniors who wish to have their photos done by a photographer of their choice must arrange to have them completed in time to meet this deadline. Pictures must be in a vertical format. Remember that the portrait should be a head shot (head and shoulders only – no hats please).  Students must also submit a candid photo at this time (baby picture, sports picture, family picture, or favorite activity). This must also be in a vertical format or able to be cropped into a vertical. The production of a quality book that comes out on time for distribution depends on meeting this deadline.

If we do not receive your senior’s photos by the deadline, they may not be included in the yearbook. Please write the student’s name on the back of all hard copy photos. They will be returned to you next May.

Information on how to order the 2012 Burtonian will be announced in September.

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School and College Counseling

MANDATORY COLLEGE WORKSHOP FOR SENIORS
Seniors planning to apply to college must attend the Senior College Workshop on Monday, August 22, from 10 am – 1 pm. Please report to the Rowland Center cafeteria. We’ll cover the important dates and details of the college application process.  Yes, we will meet individually with seniors throughout the rest of the fall to consider college lists, review applications and otherwise support them in a more personalized way.  We strongly recommend that all seniors attend additional sessions so that they don’t miss out on important time-sensitive information on Wednesday, August 24 10 am – 1 pm and Friday, August 26, 10 am – 1 pm.

ORIENTATION FOR NEW SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS AND SENIORS
All new upperclass students should report to the Library in the Smith Center on Monday, August 29, at 10 am – noon. They’ll talk with BBA Student Ambassadors and learn tips about adjusting to Burr and Burton. We’ll walk students through their schedules so they’ll be able to easily find classes on the first day and we’ll have a question and answer session.

JUNIOR JUMP-START PROGRAM
All juniors report for school one day early—on Wednesday, August 31, from 7:50 am to 12:00 noon. Juniors have reached an important milestone and we’ll mark this special day with activities to kick off the second half of high school! Students will be introduced to career and college information, standardized testing options, and more. They’ll also meet new students and have some time to reconnect with classmates and advisors. To start the day, please report to your advisory classroom or check in at the Main Office with Mrs. Towslee or Mrs. Welsh.

FRESHMEN ORIENTATION – STUDENTS ONLY
All freshmen should meet in the Riley Center for the Arts on Wednesday, August 31^, from 7:50 am – 1:20 pm. Students will meet their classmates, find classrooms, meet their counselor and have a question and answer session.

COLLEGE APPLICATION WORKSHOPS FOR PARENTS OF SENIORS
Mark your calendar for Burr and Burton’s College Workshop for Parents on Monday, September 12, at 7 pm. This program will take place in the Rowland Center and will recap details of the college process, application tips and other information we will have shared with seniors during their senior college workshops in August.

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
Look for more information in next month’s Bullhorn about these upcoming programs:

College Fair at UVM for juniors
College Workshop for parents of juniors
PLAN and PSAT – in-school testing for sophomores and juniors
VSAC College Financial Aid Night

STANDARDIZED TESTING REGISTRATION
Burr and Burton will be the host site for both the SAT and ACT this October. Seniors take note: September 9 is the registration deadline for the October 1 SAT and September 16 is the registration deadline for the October 22 ACT. Pick up these forms inside the School and College Counseling Office or register online at www.collegeboard.com and www.actstudent.org.   Please note that Burr and Burton does not collect the fees for the SAT or ACT; you must register directly with these organizations. Keep track of your usernames and passwords – you’ll need them again.

CAMPUS VISITS
Seniors who haven’t yet visited colleges are strongly advised to make plans to do so as soon as possible. While scheduling college visits during vacations and on weekends is preferable, we understand that it is sometimes necessary for students to miss school. Campus visits are excused absences if parents notify the Attendance Office in advance. Every year, Burr and Burton School and College Counselors make their own campus visits. Let’s trade campus tour reports!

COLLEGE VISITS TO BURR AND BURTON
Throughout the fall months, college admission representatives visit Burr and Burton. Juniors and seniors can keep track of the ever expanding list of visits on their Naviance accounts and make plans to attend meetings with teacher permission.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Don’t hesitate to call us if you have a question, a concern or feedback.  We welcome all contact and the opportunity to work with you to assure the quality of your student’s Burr and Burton experience.

Phil Anton, Director of Admission and School Counseling, Counselor for all freshmen 549-8125; panton@burrburton.org

Andrea Hogan, School and College Counselor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors 549-8145; ahogan@burrburton.org

Melissa Michaud, School and College Counselor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors 549-8130; mmichaud@burrburton.org

Cristin Rose, School and College Counselor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors 549-8126; crose@burrburton.org

Maria Bittinger, School and College Counselor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors,  549-8126: mbittinger@burrburton.org

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1 Gawlik Awards, 7:30 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

1-3 Senior exams

2 Scholarship Night, 7 pm, Riley Center for the Arts

5 International Student Barbecue for Students and Host Families, 5:30 pm, Rowland Center cafeteria

7-9 Underclassmen exams

9 International Students Graduation Dinner, 6:30 pm, Rowland Center cafeteria

10 Faculty in-service and make-up exams

10 Commencement, 5:30 pm, Pettibone Field

11 Alumni Reunion Dinner, 6 pm, E.H. Henry gym

13 Faculty in-service

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From the Headmaster

Dear Families,

Yesterday, the seniors ended their last day of classes by ringing the bell and walking down the Senior Steps while the entire faculty, staff and student body cheered on the front lawn, one of the many traditions of this school. In ten days, we will celebrate the individual and collective accomplishments of this spectacular class, the Class of 2011, at Burr and Burton’s 178th commencement.

Between now and June 10, it could not possibly be busier. Tonight we will host the First Annual Gawlik Awards, a celebration of our cinematography program. Scholarship Night is Thursday evening, our sports teams have begun the playoff drive toward what we hope will be a number of state championships, and final projects and exams close out the school year. It is a time of intense activity, showcasing all that is great about this school. Buckle up and get ready for the stretch run.

One event that deserves special mention took place on Friday evening, the parent-organized fundraising gala, Celebrating Global Community. With a confluence of student energy, parent volunteerism, faculty and staff participation, corporate sponsorship and extraordinary generosity across the board, we shattered every record for an individual fundraiser, reaching somewhere close to $150,000. That figure is an incredible vote of confidence on the part of those who hold this school dear, and it brings with it the responsibility for us to keep reaching greater heights in the interest of serving young people in our communities. It also shows how strong we can be when we all work together.

It is exciting, inspiring and humbling to serve as the headmaster of this great institution. On behalf of our faculty and staff, I want to thank all of you for your support and for entrusting us with your sons and daughters. To parents of seniors, I look forward to celebrating the Class of 2011 with you on June 10.

Sincerely,

Mark H. Tashjian
Headmaster

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From the Athletic Department

Important Fall Sports Information

August 14 Mandatory Fall Sports Parent and Athlete Information Night at 5 pm in the cafeteria for FOOTBALL only

August 15 Football practice begins

August 21 Mandatory Fall Sports Parent and Athlete Information Night for soccer, cross-country and field hockey at 5 pm. All athletes and parents will meet in the gym first and then go to individual team meetings. The Parent Association is hosting a dinner following the meetings.

August 22 Soccer, field hockey and cross-country practices begin.

Fall Varsity Coaches

Football: Jason Thomas

Girls’ Soccer: Dan DeForest

Boys’ Soccer: Peter Mull

Field Hockey: Barbara Muench

Cross-Country: Sandy Birch

All athletes must have a physical exam after November 15, 2009, in order to participate in the fall season. Physical forms and permission forms can be downloaded from the school’s web site, burrburton.org/Athletics. Completed forms must be brought to the meetings on August 14 or August 21 or mailed (attention Kathi Bierwirth) to the school before August 14. Please indicate which sport you will be participating in.

Returning students must be in attendance at the first day of practice and all juniors must attend the varsity tryouts.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Director of Athletics Kathi Bierwirth kbierwirth@burrburton.org

The fall sports registration form can be filed out electronically as a Goggle doc.

 Concussion in Sports: What You Need to Know
Click here for course link

A sports-related concussion in high school sports can be a serious and even life-threatening situation if not managed correctly. The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have teamed up to provide information and resources to help educate coaches, officials, parents and students on the importance of proper concussion recognition and management in high school sports. Mick Koester M.D., ATC, chair of the NFHS Sports Medicine Advisory Committee and director of the Slocum Sports Concussion in Eugene, Oregon, takes you through this course. In this course you will learn the impact a sports-related concussion can have on your players, how to recognize a suspected concussion, the proper protocols to manage a suspected concussion, and steps to help your player return to play safely after experiencing a concussion.

The Role of the Parent in Sports
Click here for link to course

The National Federation of State High School Associations has come out with a new free course: The Role of the Parent in Sports. There are some good information, videos and handouts that parents and coaches should become familiar with.

As a parent of a student who participates in athletics, you make a huge difference in the quality of your child’s sports experience, as well as what is being taught and learned by your son or daughter. The National Federation of State High School Associations has provided information and resources to help educate you on the importance of proper behavior by parents in school sports.

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From the Dean of Studies

Parent Survey
Burr and Burton has begun the process of preparing for our accreditation review by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). NEASC asks us to spend next year deeply reflecting on our strengths and needs as a school, and to identify areas where we wish to grow and improve. Some of the preliminary work of this important reflective exercise involves surveying all of our constituents—parents, teachers, staff, and students—this spring. We hope that all of our parents will help us by providing feedback on the work we do here.

Surveys were sent electronically to all parents in early May. If you haven’t had a chance to respond yet, please do so before the end of the school year : https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dGFJMDRsNjhVLUtIbkNVWnJxVWtvM0E6MQ

Thanks for your time! If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jen Hyatt, Dean of Studies, at 362-1775 ext. 143, or at jhyatt@burrburton.org.

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From the Advancement Office

Dear Parents,

It has been an absolutely amazing year and that is due in part, to your extraordinary support. We more than exceeded our fundraising goal for the Annual Giving Campaign, which is vital support needed to make student programs happen at Burr and Burton. We had a great team of parents serving on behalf of the Parent Association providing many opportunities for parent interaction and education over pasta dinners and other events.

We had a fantastic Celebrating Global Community committee that organized and pulled off a flawless event and raised a lot of money for the school. The online auction committee of this event did an awesome job of pulling together items to offer online, photographing each item, creating descriptions, and posting them to the site. This auction raised over $11,000. Our students did an incredible job selling 50/50 raffle tickets and globe pins before and during the event. And last but not least, the Booster Club had several successful fundraising events with their wine tasting and Harlem Rockets. Those funds are dedicated to support of our athletic programs. All in all, it was a very, very good year. And that leads us to a long list of thank yous.

We want to thank the many parents who donated items to the online auction and live auction, those who offered sponsorships in support of the event, and those who came to the event and supported the fundraising effort. All parents who made any kind of gift to support Burr and Burton Academy this year (July 1 – June 30), will be listed in the Annual Appreciation Report which will come out in August.

We would like to acknowledge and thank the following parents (and others) who served on various committees, working tirelessly for the school and for YOUR student. So if you see them socially, at the grocery store or at a school function, please be sure to thank them personally for their volunteer time this year in support of Burr and Burton.

Parent Association

Katy Hancock, President

Patricia Nelson, Advancement Committee

Bob McLeish

Leslie Keefe, Annual Event Committee

Michele Murphy, Arts & Humanities Committee

Terry Merrow, Booster Club

Margaret Saling, Welcoming Committee

Kate Miskovsky

Booster Club

Terry Merrow

Arlena Merrow

Rebecca Merrow

Daniel Cassidy

Terry Blackwell

Dody Boucher

Tim Boucher

Jenn Jacob

John Conlon

Deb Madden

Leslie Keefe

Wendy Rizio

Katy Hancock

Valerie Magarian

Celebrating Global Community

Leslie Keefe, Chair

Katy Hancock

Bettina Abrams

Andrea Berumen

Lillian Bogossian

Irene Cole

Kathleen Colson

Drew Dunigan

Lu French

Susan Heckman

Peggy Iglinski

Judy Livingston

Rachel Maiori ’03

Bonnie Nunn

Colleen Parente

Diana Pikulski

Tara Pollio

Becky Shehadi

Victoria Silsby

Judy Taylor ’57

Betsy Tiene

Sanfra Weiss

Luke Drabyn ’11

Daniel Frank ’12

Board of Trustees – parent representation

Andy Shaw, Secretary

Robert Allen

Rabbi Michael Cohen

Lu French

Advisory Council Members  – parent representation

Bob McLeish

Karen Allen

Martha Cowles

Julie Oliva

Scott Swinarton

So once again, many, many thanks for your outpouring of support in so many ways. Your financial and volunteer support endorses and honors the work of the Burr and Burton faculty and staff as we prepare your son or daughter for the world beyond the campus of our school.

Have a great summer!

Cynthia Gubb
Director of Advancement

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From the Parent Association

With growing participation this year, the Parent Association has been able to organize, plan and host numerous activities from the Parent Social at the beginning of the year to Pasta Dinners, the Community Clothing Drive to the Harlem Superstars Basketball Game, Homecoming festivities to parent education on Service Learning, Student Health Services, and School and College Counseling topics. We’ve welcomed new and transfer students and parents to the Burr and Burton family, and prepare to say farewell to others as Senior Send-Off rolls around this weekend and another class of amazing, young adults proceeds across Pettibone Field to graduation on June 10.

By now you’ve undoubtedly heard about the phenomenal fundraising gala, Celebrating Global Community. The rumblings are true! By uniting parents, students, faculty and staff, trustees, community members and more, senior parent Leslie Keefe led the charge to a sold-out event and unprecedented proceeds in excess of $100,000….all of which directly benefit the Annual Giving Campaign and, ultimately, each Burr and Burton student! The key? Community teamwork. Individually we may accomplish much, but together we accomplish even MORE! Many hands make light work and this event and the Parent Association are no exception. It takes individuals committed to our mission to “foster partnership between families, school, and the community through communication, education, social and fundraising activities and advocacy.” Your Parent Association is already busy planning and preparing for next year. We encourage you to learn more and volunteer in whatever capacity you are able.  Email parentassociation@burrburton.org or phone Katy Hancock, President, at 867-9981.

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Alumni Reunion Weekend June 10-12

Registration is now open for Reunion Weekend 2011 celebrating classes ending in 1 and 6. Registration is easier than ever with our first online registration form.  Visit www.burrburton.org/reunionregistration for the full schedule of events and to submit your registration and payment online. All alums who register by May 31 will receive a special gift at Reunion check-in and will be entered in a drawing to win dinner for two.  As always, all alums are welcome!

This year’s schedule includes a few new additions. The restored observatory will be open at 10 pm on Friday night for star gazing with longtime Burr and Burton teacher and astronomy lover Bill Muench. The Joe and Joan Rizio Alumni Golf Tournament will take place on Saturday with tee times starting later in the morning to better accommodate those traveling from afar. Call Peter Henry ’60 at 802.824.6618 for details. The former Headmaster’s house, now the Alumni and Advancement Office, will be home to an Alumni Hospitality Suite throughout the day on Saturday. Stop in for refreshments and to visit with members of the Alumni Association.  On Saturday evening we will celebrate Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Alumni Recognition Award recipients before gathering  for the Annual Alumni Reunion Dinner and Dance in the E.H. Henry Gymnasium.  Amy Walter Chamberlain ’85 of The Perfect Wife Restaurant and Tavern will cater dinner. Check out www.burrburton.org/alumnievents for reunion updates.

For more information, contact Annual Giving Coordinator Shannon O’Leary ’04 at 802.549.8281 or by e-mail soleary@burrburton.org.

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From the Library

This summer, give yourself a treat.  Choose a bunch of exciting books, find a comfortable place to read, such as under a tree or at the beach and have fun!

Here are lots of suggestions for great summertime reading.  We have put together our own list of suggestions for recreational reading all designed to provide a flavor of Vermont and spark an interest in a few of the fascinating stories set in our great state.  Our list will be available in print form in the guidance office this summer and/or can be found on the library web page under the section titled “What Do I Read Now.”

The National Endowment for the Humanities has a list of recommended readings called Summertime Favorites and the high school suggestions can be found online at http://www.neh.gov/projects/summertime-9to12.html

The Horn Book Magazine Summer Reading List for High School students is available at their site:  http://www.hbook.com/resources/books/summer.asp

The Alex Awards are given to ten books written for adults that have special appeal to young adults :

http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/yalsa/booklistsawards/alexawards/alexawards.cfm

The Social Studies Department also has an extensive summer reading list available online. We are happy to make a print copy available to you of any of these lists–just give us a call. As always, our collection is available to you all summer long through the Mark Skinner Library and the Northshire Consortium.

Happy summer reading!

Library Website:  http://northshirelibraries.com

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College and Career Information

Summer Homework for Rising Seniors

• Request a college recommendation from a teacher before summer vacation – use the Teacher Recommendation Request Form (available in the School and College Counseling Office)
• Visit college campuses and enter your observations in your Naviance Journal
• Update your online Naviance Resume (http://connection.naviance.com/burrburton)
• Save your best writing from your classes for possible enclosure in applications
• Complete all summer work required for your fall classes
• Draft a sample college essay – see www.commonapp.org for topics (the new version of the Common Application will be available mid-summer)
• Work on Service Learning projects
• Learn something new through work, summer programs or self-study
• Set a personal goal and achieve it; think about how you want to challenge yourself in your senior year
• Register by August 12 for the September 10 ACT at www.actstudent.org. Registration and test dates not yet announced for the SAT- check on www.collegeboard.com for updated information.

Mandatory Application Seminar for all College-Bound Seniors Monday, August 22, 10 am – 1 pm

Preliminary work on college applications and information on the college admission process.

College-Bound Senior College Application Workshops

Wednesday, August 24: Application workshop Part 1  10 am – 1 pm

Friday, August 26: Application workshop Part 2  10 am – 1 pm

Summer Homework for All

Students need to budget time over the summer for any required academic work.  All students will have a summer reading requirement and assignment from the Social Studies department. Students enrolled in AP English 11 or 12, AP US History, AP Biology and AP Psychology will have course specific summer work.  Assignments will be posted on the Burr and Burton website and available in hard copy in the School and College Counseling Office.

Attention Class of 2012

All rising juniors must report to school-on Wednesday, August 31 for the Junior Jump Start Program. Juniors have reached an important milestone and we’ll mark this special day with activities to kick-off the second half of high school!  Students will be introduced to career and college information, standardized testing options, and more. They’ll also meet new students and have some time to reconnect with classmates and advisors.

News from the School and College Counseling Office

All of the counselors work scattered days throughout the summer and will periodically check and respond to email.  We are also available to meet with students and parents by appointment. Please keep in touch with your questions and updates.

As advisory groups, rising sophomores have shifted counselors from Phil Anton to Andrea Hogan, Melissa Michaud or Cristin Rose. Juniors and seniors will retain their current counselor for consistency. Phil Anton will continue to be the counselor for incoming freshmen.  School and College counselor assignments will again be noted in the end-of-the-year mailing.

Senior Plans
Members of the Class of 2011 recently completed surveys about their various plans for life after Burr and Burton. We will automatically send final transcripts for seniors who indicated enrolling in a college. (There is no need for a special request or form!) Students who later change their enrollment decision should let us know so we can follow up appropriately. 

We wish graduates good luck in their different ventures.  Please know that we look forward to hearing from you.  We’ll miss you!

Scholarship and Loan Information

Rizio-Wood Memorial Golf Scholarship

Eligibility: graduating senior or current college student intending to pursue a career related to golf and/or agronomy as related to golf. (Agronomy encompasses work in the areas of plant genetics, plant physiology, meteorology, and soil science.)

Award: not specified; Deadline: June 2

AES Engineers Scholarship

Eligibility: Graduating senior or current college student regardless of course of study. Must write an essay of no more than 1,000 words on topic listed on the website

Award: $500; Deadline: October 9

Info Online at:  http://aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

The Cooper Kelly Educational Fund

Eligibility: senior planning to attend college. Dependable, responsible, and diligent with definite goals in mind. 2/0 average and references required.

Interest free LOAN. No specified amount ($25 application fee)

Application and information in the School and College Counseling Office

Olin Scott Fund

Eligibility:  Acceptance into college or university.  2.5 average and references required.  Interview at Olin Scott Fund office. Loan of up to $4000/year not to exceed $16,000. Deadline:  July 31.  Application and information in the School and College Counseling Office.

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2-11 AP exams

7 SAT exams

7 Junior Prom, 8 pm, Stratton’s Sunbowl Lodge

12 Sophomore Day of Service

17-21 Good News, 6:30 pm, in the Riley Center for the Arts

27 Awards Assembly, 9 am

27 Celebrating Global Community, 5:30 pm, at Hildene

30 Memorial Day. No School.

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From the Headmaster

Dear Parents,
Last month, I asked you for single words to describe Burr and Burton. The most frequently cited words were Inspiration and Opportunity. 

Inspiration and Opportunity. Just yesterday, we had our inaugural simulcast of a Metropolitan Opera performance, Verdi’s masterpiece Il Trovatore. It is a stunning experience to sit in our very own Riley Center for the Arts and be transported to another land and culture, and simulcasting is just one of many ways our state-of-the-art projection and sound capability can be used.

We are expanding our technological capabilities and experimenting with iPads and laptops in the classrooms with the goal of bringing the absolute best of 21st century technology and resources to this school. We have raised over $2 million to launch the Mountain Campus program so that, simultaneous with a look forward technologically, our students will have the opportunity to explore the age-old magic of the natural world, land, and history of the great state of Vermont. In everything we do, we seek to create opportunities for your daughters and sons, and we seek to inspire them—and ourselves—to greater and greater accomplishments.

As a private school that serves the public, we rely on the support of the many, many people who give to our annual fund and support our spring benefit. If you like what you see here, I ask that you consider making a donation to the Annual Giving Campaign or attending our gala event, Celebrating Global Community, on May 27.

We have entered the home stretch. What you will see is Burr and Burton at its finest: our campus filled with the bounty of the spring bloom, the energy of a school year coming to a resounding close, and the many performances and ceremonies that will mark another step in the lives of your sons and daughters and another chapter in the storied history of this school. Look for evidence of Inspiration and Opportunity as you participate, and enjoy the closing weeks of the school year.

Sincerely,

Mark H. Tashjian
Headmaster

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From the Dean of Studies

Burr and Burton has begun the process of preparing for our accreditation review by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). NEASC asks us to spend next year deeply reflecting on our strengths and needs as a school, and to identify areas where we wish to grow and improve. Some of the preliminary work of this important reflective exercise involves surveying all of our constituents—parents, teachers, staff, and students—this spring. We hope that all of our parents will help us by providing feedback on the work we do here. Surveys will be sent electronically to all parents in early May. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jen Hyatt, Dean of Studies, at 362-1775 ext. 143, or at jhyatt@burrburton.org.

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From the Advancement Office

Online Auction Ready to Launch on May 1!
Don’t miss out on some great auction items, fun experiences for the family and one-of-a-kind packages, plus some great gifts and useful things for around the house. The first ever BBA Online Auction will be ready for browsing and bidding on May 1, 2011. Bidding on all items will close at midnight, May 27 so keep a close eye on your favorite items!

Visit www.benefitevents.com/auctions/burrandburton and log on for a fun and easy way to support Burr and Burton Academy and the world of opportunities made available to all of our students.

Thank you to all parents who have donated items to the online auction, and to our parent committee who have put so much energy into this effort.

Cinco de Mayo Party
Never bid online before? We’ll get you started! Join us Thursday, May 5, for a Cinco de Mayo party in the library at Burr and Burton Academy from 5:30 pm –7:30 pm. Take a look at the terrific line up of auction items, try your hand at bidding, socialize with other parents and enjoy a little sangria and tasty Tex-Mex fare. For more information please call the Nancy Brown in the Advancement Office at 802-549- 8110 or e-mail her at nbrown@burrburton.org.

Celebrating Global Community
Invitations to all parents to the May 27 Celebrating Global Community event are in the mail and you should have one in hand by the time you are reading this issue of the Bullhorn. We encourage parents to participate if you can, get a table together for this wonderful evening celebrating the diversity of our BBA community. If you can’t participate, please consider buying a 50/50 raffle ticket or check out the online auction. There is something for everyone!

An event like this doesn’t happen without a lot of work behind the scenes. Our sincere thanks to all of the committee members listed below who have been working tirelessly on the planning and execution of this event.

Leslie Keefe, Katy Hancock, Bettina Abrams, Andrea Berumen, Lillian Bogossion, Irene Cole, Kathleen Colson, Drew Dunigan, Lu French, Susan Heckman, Peggy Iglinski, Judy Livingston, Rachel Maiori ’03, Bonnie Nunn, Colleen Parente, Tara Pollio, Becky Shehadi, Victoria Silsby, Judy Taylor ’57, Betsy Tiene, and Sanfra Weiss. Our thanks to BBA students Luke Drabyn ’11 and Dan Frank ‘12 for their help and all of the faculty and staff who have supported the event committee – Cindy Gubb, Shannon O’Leary ’04, Nancy Brown, Rene Driscoll, Neil Freebern, Julie Freebern, Mary Grabarz, Betsy Hubner, Pia Nolan, Lauren Silver, Freddie Templeton and Andrea Thulin. Thanks for your continuing support of our work here in the Advancement office.

Cynthia Gubb
Director of Advancement

Celebrating Global Community Sponsors

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From the Performing Arts Department

The Media and Performing Arts Department is roaring back to the 1920s with the football-themed musical Good News May 17- 21, 2011, at 6:30 pm with a 2:00 pm matinee on May 21 in the Riley Center for the Arts.

Football reigns supreme on the fictional Tait University campus and Tait’s coeds, cheerleaders and football players are obsessed with their star football player, Tom Marlowe. Most students will drop everything to watch him practice, or to follow his soap-opera romance with Pat, the daughter of one of the school’s wealthiest benefactors. Connie Lane, an intensely studious young woman, is unaware of the football mania at Tait. Ironically, Connie is recruited to help when Marlowe fails the astronomy final he needs to pass in order to play in the big game Saturday. Tom’s best friend Bobby Randall is pursued by the vivacious flapper Babe O’Day and hilarity ensues as he tries feverishly to avoid her ex- boyfriend Beef Saunders. Soon Tom, Connie, and Bobby and Babe fall for each other while the football coach and the astronomy professor rekindle their own college romance. Inevitably, these couples’ love can only survive if the team wins the big game.

Tickets are $7 for BBA students, faculty, staff and children under 18 and $12 for the general public and can be ordered online at burrburton.tix.com . For 24 -hour information call: 802-549-8224

The All-State Music Festival will be held Thursday, May 5 – Saturday, May 7, at Bellows Free Academy in St. Albans.

The Spring Showcase will take place on Thursday, May 26, at 7:30 pm at the Southern Vermont Arts Center. Tickets are available at burrburton.tix.com

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Senior Send-off Fundraiser

Senior parents are planning a fundraiser for the Senior Send-off Party. A pancake breakfast and car wash will be held at the Manchester Firehouse on Sunday, May 15. The breakfast is from 7 am -11 am and the car wash begins at 9 am.

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National Honor Society

National Honor Society Members of the National Honor Society organized a benefit for the Manchester’s Community Food Cupboard this February at the boys’ basketball games. The event raised $650 for the Community Food Cupboard, in addition to 100 plus pounds of donated canned goods. NHS Vice President Hannah Harrington “11 recently presented a check to Emmy McCusker, president of the Community Food Cupboard.

The National Honor Society is hosting a JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes on May 8, 2011. The walk will begin at 11 am at the Burr and Burton football field and continue on a loop around the Equinox Pond Trail systems. In addition, there will be food, entertainment, and fun for the whole family. Donations will be accepted throughout the day and all proceeds will go to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to aid in their search for a cure for Juvenile Diabetes.

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From the Library

Listed below are just ten of the eighty new books added to our collection in April:

They Called Themselves the KKK by Susan Campbell Bartoletti

Janis Jopin: Rise Up Singing by Ann Angel

Spies of Mississippi by Rick Bower

Every Bone Tells a Story by Jill Rubolcala

Enslaved: True Stories of Modern Day Slavery by Jesse Sage and Liora Kasten

Trapped by Michael Nothrop

The Radleys by Matt Haig

Kings of Colorado by David E. Hilton

The Vanishing of Katharina Linden by Helen Grant

Breaking Night by Liz Murray

The Lisa B. Tuttle Memorial Library provides students and faculty with resources for study, research and pleasure reading.

• 24 Mac computers for student use
• WiFi available to students with personal computers
• Open 10 hours per day Monday-Thursday and 6 hours on Friday
• Over 15,000 books
•  In addition to print we offer ebooks, Kindles, Playaways, DVDs, and audiobooks
•  Library website offers over 30 online databases for students to use 24/7
• Our collection is available to the community year round through our local consortium
• Vermont online library member enabling us to borrow and loan materials with all public schools, state and college libraries in the state
• Hunter Seminar Room is a small auditorium that seats 54 is available for Skyping, guest speakers, presentations, film, etc.

We are always looking for ways to serve you better. If you have any suggestions or comments we would love to hear them. Just stop by the library and tell us!

Library website: http://northshirelibraries.com

Library Hours

Monday – Thursday  7 am – 5 pm

Friday 7 am – 1 pm

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From the Yearbook Staff

Yearbooks are still available to order. Books will arrive mid May and will sell out very quickly. Books can be ordered through Mr. Vincent in Room 4 of the Rowland Center; e-mail avincent@burrburton.org. Checks must be made out to BBA Yearbook. Please write your student’s name on the check. The books are $50 for seniors and $55 for all others.

Please don’t wait to order! As of this date, only 90 seniors have purchased books and there are very few extras. Please note: the graduation fees given by seniors to the Business Office at the beginning of the year do not include a yearbook.

There is a list posted in the cafeteria of all students who have purchased books so far.

Thank you,
Alex Vincent
Yearbook Advisor

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Sign Up Now for Summer Camps 2011

Burr and Burton Summer Camps Offer Sports, Art, Technology and More!

Exciting sports camps this year for kids of all ages include Bill Muench’s Basketball Camp, as well as camps for baseball, softball, soccer, football, girls lacrosse, dance, and tennis. Not into sports? How about exploring digital film, Lego Mindstorms, or video game design? Feeling artistic? Create something at one of our new art camps or discover your inner Shakespeare. For detailed information and to register visit http://bbacamps.ticketjunior.com. If you have any questions, please contact Camp Director Kevin Morrison by email kmorrison@burrburton.org.

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College and Career Information

Spring College Admission Program
On Thursday, May 12, from 7:00–9:00 pm a panel presentation will be held on the college admissions process given by admissions officers from a variety of colleges and universities. This will be held in the Rowland Center. Sophomores, juniors and their parents are encouraged to attend.

Standardized Testing Registration
Juniors should have already taken or signed up to take the SAT Reasoning Test or the ACT with writing at some point this spring. If necessary, juniors may still register for the June administration of these tests with an additional late fee or on a stand-by basis. The next testing opportunity for both tests is in October. Information is available at www.collegeboard.com and www.actstudent.org.

Junior Papers
Juniors should save copies of their current best papers to submit to colleges next year.  Increasingly colleges are requesting that students provide graded writing samples in addition to their applications and essays.

Visit, Visit, Visit
Our college counseling mantra is visit, visit, visit. Juniors should make plans to visit some college campuses in the upcoming months. College visits are legitimate absences for juniors but they need to let their counselor and their teachers know their visit plans in advance. Students are responsible for all work they miss. Please contact your counselor if you need assistance in setting up tours, information sessions, and interviews.

Advanced Placement Exams
This year’s AP exams run from May 2 – May 11. Please note that all Advanced Placement students taking morning exams will be released from school at the conclusion of the exam. Students taking exams that begin at noon are expected to attend the first two morning classes, but are released at 11 am in order to have lunch and prepare.

Senior College Notifications
May 1 is the National Candidates’ Reply Date. Seniors should be sure to send in their deposit to the ONE college of their choice by May 1 in order to hold their place in the class. Families who have not received financial aid packages may want to request an extension for the deposit but all students should communicate with their college by May 1. At the same time, seniors should notify other colleges that they have decided to enroll elsewhere.

Please note that it is unethical for students to send in a deposit to more than one college.  Burr and Burton counselors are also bound by professional ethics and can send a student’s final high school transcript to only one college.

2011 Graduation Countdown
Check your mailboxes for Burr and Burton’s Senior Events and Commencement Information booklet. It contains everything families need to know to prepare for the big event on Friday, June 10, at 5:30 pm. Please take special note of the final page in the booklet. Seniors must return the enclosed Rules and Regulation form signed by a parent before they can pick up their caps and gowns in the School and College Counseling Office.

Attention Male Seniors
Don’t forget to register for the U.S. Selective Service when you turn 18 years old.  Neglecting to register can prevent you from receiving college financial aid. Pick up a selective service form at any U.S. Post Office.

2011-12 Schedules
Underclass students have all received their tentative schedules for next year. Please contact your student’s School and College counselor if you have any questions. We are still making changes as space permits. Teacher assignments are still pending; students will learn that information when they receive a finalized schedule in early August.

Scholarships

Forms for all of the scholarships are available in the School and College Counseling Office. A full listing of current scholarships is available on Naviance at http://www.connection.naviance.com/burrburton.

Erin Marie Hehir Memorial Dance Scholarship
Eligibility: graduating senior continuing to study dance or the performing arts in college. Financial need.
Award: not specified, Deadline: May 1

Bill Muench Basketball Camp Scholarship
Eligibility: graduating senior (one boy and one girl) who participated in or worked as a counselor at Bill Muench’s Basketball Camp. Recognizes attitude, academic achievement and effort, involvement in sports, community or other extra-curricular activity)
Award: not specified; Deadline: May 1

Southern Vermont Arts Center Scholarships
Harriet Miller Memorial Scholarship
Thomas Reilly Dibble Memorial Scholarship
Churchill Ettinger Memorial Scholarship
H. Thomas Clarke Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility: graduating senior accepted to an art program or art institution. Must be nominated by the BBA Art Faculty and have a comprehensive portfolio for review. Awarded to the artist who best shows a firm grasp on the principles of aesthetics and design.
Award: $500; Deadline: May 1

Heritage Family Credit Union Scholarship
Eligibility: graduating senior intending to pursue further education in business, exemplary member of the student body, demonstrated leadership within school and community
Award: $400; Deadline: May 2

Ray Pellegrini “Reach for the Stars” Scholarship
(sponsored by the Vermont Principals’ Association)
Eligibility: graduating senior, first generation college student, attending a college in VT, with the intention of remaining in VT after college. Community service and/or volunteer work will be given strong consideration.
Award: $1,000; Deadline: May 2
Applications also online at www.vpaonline.org.

The Reverend Robert L. Clayton Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating Senior, academic record, goals, school and community involvement, financial need.
Award: $4,000 for four years; Deadline: May 2
Note: This is a lengthy application requiring three years of tax records. Don’t wait until the last minute complete this one!

Daniel Maneely Engineering Scholarship
Eligibility: graduating senior accepted into an engineering technology field at an accredited school. Award based on academics, extra-curricular activities, community service and an essay
Award: $5,000; Deadline: May 6

BBA Wadsworth Art Scholarship
Eligibility: must be planning to major or double major in studio art.
Award: $1,000; Deadline: May 6

BBA Booster Club Athletic Award
Eligibility: outstanding accomplishments and participation in the area of athletics. 100-word essay required. Awarded to one male and one female athlete.
Award: $500 each; Deadline: May 6

BBA Teachers’ Association Scholarship
Eligibility:  Seniors, based on personal integrity and commitment to learning.  Brief essay required.
Award:  not specified; Deadline: May 6

Rutland Regional Medical Center Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating senior planning to attend college in the field of health care
Award: $2,000, $1,500, $1,000; Deadline: May 6

Dorset Sportsman’s Club Scholarship
Eligibility: graduating seniors who live in Dorset and have been accepted into a school for post-secondary education including2- and 4-year colleges, technical and vocational schools. Based on academic success, school activities, sports, extra curricular activities, community involvement, etc.
Award: $2,000; Deadline: May 9

Rizio-Wood Memorial Golf Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating senior or current college student intending to pursue a career related to golf and/or agronomy as related to golf. (Agronomy encompasses work in the areas of plant genetics, plant physiology and soil science.)
Award: not specified; Deadline: June 1

AES Engineers Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating senior or current college student regardless of course of study. Must submit an essay of no more than 1,000 words to scholarships@aesengineers.com
TOPIC: What impact will the Natural Disasters of 2010 have on the global economy? How should these affect future political, business and personal decisions?
Award: $500; Deadline: October 7
Info Online at:  http://aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

LOANS

The Cooper Kelly Educational Fund
Eligibility: Female senior planning to attend college. Dependable, responsible, and diligent with definite goals in mind. 2.0 average and references required.
Interest free LOAN. No specified amount ($25 application fee)
Application and information in the School and College Counseling Office

Olin Scott Fund, Inc.
Eligibility: 2.5 average, Bennington County male senior accepted at University or  College, must interview
Application in the School and College Counseling Office ($25 application fee)

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1 Mid-term exams. Dismissal at 12:35 pm.

9 ACT testing, 7:45 am, Rowland Center classrooms

11-15 Spring Break

27-28 Parent Teacher Conferences

29 Calliope Cafe, 6:30 pm, Rowland Center

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From the Headmaster

Dear Families,

April is (supposedly) the time for planting seeds and the arrival of spring. On this first day of April, though, we are in the midst of yet another snowstorm. Such is springtime in Vermont…

On the theme of planting seeds, though, I am interested in your thoughts as the year end approaches. Specifically, I have a question for you: if you could encapsulate what Burr and Burton stands for in a single word, what would that word be? Need more than one word? That’s okay, too. We are having discussions among the faculty about our core beliefs, and your input would provide useful seeds for that dialogue. Please send me your thoughts at mtashjian@burrburton.org.

It has been one heckuva winter.  Let’s hope springtime is equally dramatic and beautiful.

Sincerely,

Mark H. Tashjian
Headmaster

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Parent and Teacher Conferences

Parent and teacher conferences are scheduled this semester for Wednesday, April 27, from 1 pm-5 pm and Thursday, April 28, from 1pm-8 pm with a break from 5:00-5:45 pm. All students will be dismissed at 12:35 pm on both days.

Please note that scheduling will not be available online until Friday, April 8, at noon.

https://www.pickatime.com/client?ven=11601183

We encourage all parents to schedule appointments. If you have any questions or are having problems scheduling appointments, please call Sue Towslee in the main office at Burr and Burton Academy at 549-8102.

Helpful Hints: The pick-a-time software is VERY sensitive to both case and punctuation.  Please follow the examples exactly in order to register. The most common problem when trying to set up appointments is not entering your student’s birth date correctly. It needs to be entered exactly as the example is shown: mm-dd-yyyy. Also, if you are a split family, and another parent has already made appointments, you will need to contact me so I can help set up appointments for you.

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From the Performing Arts Department

Calliope Café will be held Friday, April 29, at 6:30 pm in the Rowland Center cafeteria. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students.

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Summer Driver Education Course Starts June 22

The Driver Education Course begins on Monday, June 22, at 8 am in the Rowland Center. This course is free of charge to Burr and Burton students. Driving permits are required at the first class. There are no exceptions.

The course runs from June 22 through July 29. Students are in the classroom from 8 -10 am (excluding weekends and July 4) and in-the-car driving sessions take place from 10 am – 12 noon or 12:15 – 2:15 pm and 2:30 – 4:00 pm.

Classroom instruction ends on and includes July 13. Driving instruction continues until each student completes the required hours on the road, as outlined below:

• July 14 through July 30 (or sooner depending on when 6 hours are completed; some students will finish their 6 hours of driving before others): 7 – 10 am, 10 am – 12 noon, 12:15 – 2:15 pm, 2:30 – 4:00 pm.

• Each student must complete 30 hours of classroom time, 6 hours of driving, and 6 hours of observation. These requirements are mandated by the Vermont Department of Education. The course will include 3 separate classrooms, 3 instructors, and 3 vehicles. Typically we have about 75 students participating.

Students drive on a rotating basis, not every day. Copies of the driving schedule will be made available to students. We will accommodate students within limits as to what block of driving time suits them. Other than the 15 two-hour classroom blocks, students need NOT be at school except when they are scheduled to drive. Those times will be determined once the course begins.

Attendance is mandatory with no exceptions. If you have a conflict with work/vacation/camp activities, you must make a choice before the course starts.

Absences cannot be made up. In order to successfully complete this course, a grade of 70 percent must be achieved. Please feel free to contact Stan Blicharz, director, at 775-2827 (home) or 775-0566 ext. 2005 (work) if you have any questions.

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From the Advancement Office

With April upon us, our hopes turn to spring, warmer weather and how we are going to get through MUD SEASON – that infamous time in Vermont when in the old timey days, entire wagons would be swallowed up in a morass of mud.

Fortunately, that doesn’t happen too much anymore and during April, the Advancement Office focuses on more fun and positive things, such as the parent fundraising event – Celebrating Global Community. This event is the culmination of a year-long fund-raising effort and encompasses several exciting parts:

1. Online Auction (May 1 – May 27, bidding closes at midnight on the 27th)
2. 50/50 Raffle with a chance to win as much as $5,000 (Burr and Burton students will be selling the tickets starting on April 4^th, drawing held night of the event)
3. Celebrating Global Community at Hildene, May 27, 5:30 PM (which includes fabulous international fare, performances by Burr and Burton students and a live auction)

The committee is hard at work gathering online and live auction items near and far and there is still time for you to offer a service or product for the auction. If you’re interested, contact the committee chairs, Betsy Tiene batt11659@aol.com and Peggy Iglinski partell@msn.com. We’d like to thank all of the committee members under the leadership of Leslie Keefe, our chair, for their hard work to date. The online auction will be launched May 1 so stayed tuned for more information.

We also start our last push to meet the Annual Giving Campaign goal, so if you haven’t already given, please do so. All gifts, no matter what size, are greatly appreciated. It is all about participation so please help us continue to provide a world of opportunities  for all of our students, which coincidentally is your son or daughter. You, as a parent, have the greatest interest in seeing Burr and Burton meet the annual fund goal because it directly benefits your student.

Happy spring!

Cynthia Gubb
Director of Advancement

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Junior Prom May 7

The Junior Prom this year will be on Saturday, May 7, at the Sun Bowl Lodge, Stratton Mountain. Tickets will be on sale beginning Monday, April 18. Ticket prices are $20 per person.

The theme this year is James Bond, so dress to impress. This is a formal event and the prom committee is committed to providing an event that is sophisticated and spectacular. We want to WOW you! We hope that you do the same. It will be an event to remember. For the gentlemen, McNeil and Ready in Rutland will rent you a tuxedo for the night starting at $49.95.

Due to the distance for some students, we will be providing transportation to and from the prom. Students can pick up the bus at Burr and Burton at 7:30 pm and it will bring you back to school from the prom at midnight. When purchasing tickets, students will be asked if they would like to use our transportation. This is so that we can reserve a spot for them and ensure adequate space for everyone. If students decide to drive or ride with a friend, we will require written permission from parents prior to the day of the prom. If we do not receive written permission, students will not be admitted. We will also encourage students to call home when they leave so that parents are aware of their location and timing.

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Sign Up Now for Summer Camps 2011

Burr and Burton Summer Camps Offer Sports, Art, Technology and More!

Exciting sports camps this year for kids of all ages include Bill Muench’s Basketball Camp, as well as camps for baseball, softball, soccer, football, girls lacrosse, dance, and tennis. Not into sports? How about exploring digital film, Lego Mindstorms, or video game design? Feeling artistic? Create something at one of our new art camps or discover your inner Shakespeare. For detailed information and to register visit http://bbacamps.ticketjunior.com. If you have any questions, please contact Camp Director Kevin Morrison by email kmorrison@burrburton.org.

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Congratulations to Emma Levitz ‘12
The New England Young Writers Conference has selected junior Emma Levitz to represent Burr and Burton this year at the Bread Loaf campus of Middlebury College for a symposium of young writers that gather to work on different genres of writing with working authors.

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From the Library

Kindles are here!
The library is excited to announce new additions to our book collection — two Amazon Kindles! The Kindle is a lightweight, portable reading device and can hold up to 3,500 books. A user is able to highlight sections of text, make notes, and change the letter size. With headphones a user may also listen as a computerized digital voice reads the text. It is our hope that this technology will bring high-interest titles and classics to a wide student audience. Students may request a title be downloaded by one of the librarians and borrow the Kindle for two weeks. The library also has over 60 E-book titles which can be downloaded to a student’s computer for a specified amount of time.

Looking for academic or scholarly research sources?
Try our Gale and SIRS online databases when searching for academic research papers and scholarly Journal articles.

*Academic OneFile, one of Gale’s many databases is the premier source for peer-reviewed, full-text articles from the world’s leading journals and reference sources.  With extensive coverage of the physical sciences, technology, medicine, social sciences, the arts, theology, literature and other subjects, Academic OneFile is both authoritative and comprehensive. With millions of articles available in both PDF and HTML full-text with no restrictions, researchers are able to find accurate information quickly.  It includes full-text coverage of the New York Times back to 1995 and is updated daily.

*SIRS Issues Researcher helps students make sense of the world by offering relevant, credible resources aligned to learning standards that tell the whole story on the major issues of the day.  Thousands of primary source documents, websites, and multimedia (including 13,000+ research-quality images) represent viewpoints from the pros and cons, to everything in-between.

The Lisa B. Tuttle Memorial Library provides students and faculty with resources for study, research and pleasure reading.  We are always looking for ways to serve you better.  If you have any suggestions or comments we would love to hear them.  Just stop by the Library and tell us!

Library website: http://northshirelibraries.com

Library Hours

Monday – Thursday 7 am – 5 pm

Friday 7 am – 1 pm

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College and Career Information

Mock Interviews for Juniors

Our annual Mock Interview Program takes place on the afternoons of Tuesday, April 5, and Wednesday, April 6. Juniors will have an opportunity to practice their interviewing skills while meeting one on one with visiting college admission counselors. Students will receive direct feedback from the admission professionals that they can put to use when they schedule college visits. Interested juniors should see Lynne Welsh to sign up. Space is limited.

Standardized Testing Registration Information for Juniors

Students can register for the SAT on-line at www.collegeboard.com. Please be aware that the June testing date may conflict with post-season athletic contests. While most juniors should take an SAT (or ACT – see below) this spring, only students applying to a handful of the most selective colleges need to worry about taking SAT Subject Tests.

The ACT is a good alternative to the SAT; colleges accept either test and some colleges accept the ACT in lieu of SAT subject tests. To register online, go to www.actstudent.org . Be sure to sign up for the ACT with Writing option.

College Planning To-Do List for Juniors
The School and College counselors have been meeting with juniors for the past two months. Please ask your student to check out their college list on the Naviance program: http://connection.naviance.com/burrburton. We’ll be sending you a more extensive to-do list in the upcoming mid-term report mailing, but here are some of the highlights:

• Sign up for SAT or ACT (see above).
• Research colleges and make college visits (during April break or take an excused absence on another day).
• Make journal notes in Naviance. Keep track of what you learn about colleges and share your impressions with us.
• Let us know when you’re ready to meet again.
• Attend relevant programs like the Burr and Burton College Night on Thursday, May 12.
• Stay in regular communication with your counselor so we can assist you.

Local College Fair

Representatives from primarily Northeastern colleges will gather on Tuesday, April 5 from 6 – 8 pm and April 6 from 9:00 – 11:30 am at Castleton State College to speak with families about their programs. The list of participating colleges is posted in the School and College Counseling Office.

Graduation Information for Senior Families
Watch your mail for a booklet with comprehensive graduation information; it should arrive by the end of this month. 

Senior College Notifications
May 1 is the National Candidates’ Reply Date. Seniors should be sure to send in their deposit to the ONE college of their choice by May 1 in order to hold their place in the class. Families who have not received financial aid packages may want to request an extension for the deposit but all students should communicate with their college by May 1. At the same time, seniors should notify other colleges that they have decided to enroll elsewhere. 

Financial Aid Packages
Families of seniors who are receiving financial aid award letters may find the different presentations to be confusing. Use the Award Letter Comparison Tool available on the Pay for College page at www.vsac.org to better understand what different colleges are offering. The friendly folks at VSAC are available to answer questions about loans and other parts of the financial aid process; feel free to contact them at 1-800-642-3177.

Scholarships

Forms for all of the scholarships are available in the School and College Counseling Office.

1 Senior Send-Off Meeting for all senior parents, Rowland Center cafeteria, 5 – 6 pm

4 French Dinner, Rowland Center cafeteria, 6:30 pm. Tickets are $45.

6 Tapestry of Song – A Joint Choral Concert, First  Congregational Church, 4 pm

12 SAT testing, 7:45 am – 1 pm

14 Baseball and softball pitchers and catchers begin practice

15 Hockey Chili Challenge, Rowland Center cafeteria, 5 – 8 pm

15 Mandatory Spring Sports Meetings and Parent Association  Meeting, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm (see below)

21 All spring sports begin

23 and 24 British Invasion Prism Concert, Riley Center for the Arts, 6:30 pm

25 Harlem Superstars, E.H. Henry gym, 7 pm, $7.

31 Parent Annual Giving Thank You party

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From the Headmaster

Dear Families,
This has been one heckuva winter. Since there seems to be snow everywhere, I thought you might be interested in a recap of where we stand regarding snow days, teaching time, and our curriculum. I also wanted to share some thoughts on town meetings…

Snow
So far this year, we have been closed five times, with one delayed opening and one early dismissal.  However, the lost teaching time is not nearly as onerous as it might appear. In the first semester, despite three snow closings, we only lost one day of teaching. Why?  Two of the days fell during exam week, one of which was a planned “faculty day” for exam grading.  We simply shifted everything forward into the faculty day, made up for the lost time, and started the second semester on time. This semester, we have now lost two days, which is about what we expect each year.

There is no telling what is in store regarding the weather, so we will just have to wait and see.  Nonetheless, I thought you would be reassured to know that we are on schedule with classes and curriculum so far.

Town Meetings
The wheels of democracy in Vermont will turn once again with Town Meetings taking place throughout the state. Among other factors, we look closely at our tuition cost relative to the cost of surrounding public schools (see table, below).  Next year’s tuition will be $14,100 for sending towns and $15,100 for private students.  We work hard to keep tuition down by spending wisely and by raising substantial sums through supplemental revenues. Our goal: to provide an absolutely superb education to each and every student at a very reasonable cost.

Note: data for the current school year will not be available until November 2011. (Source: http://education.vermont.gov/new/html/data/allowable.html)

Perfection is unattainable, but excellence is achieved through the pursuit of perfection. We will continue to strive for perfection, and we thank you for your support not only at Town Meetings, but throughout the year.

Sincerely,
Mark H. Tashjian

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From the Advancement Office

This time of year, we gear up again with the Annual Giving Campaign, having held off for a little bit after the first of the year. We realize with holiday bills, fuel bills, and other financial demands, that January and February are a good time to lay low.

But March brings more hope that we’ll make it through the winter and with that, the Advancement office hopes we’ll rally additional support for the annual fund!  So parents, if you have not yet given to the Annual Giving Campaign, please consider a gift. As Mark Tashjian stressed at the Parent Open House, any gift, no matter what size, is appreciated because it’s about a united front – parents supporting the education of their sons and daughters. Participation is key and when we apply for grants, or approach donors with significant capacity, they always want to know, “What is the parent participation rate?  Do parents demonstrate they care about quality education by making a gift?”

We are also gearing up for the Parent Association annual fundraising event which is Burr and Burton Academy, Celebrating Global Community. A Save the Date card will be in the mail shortly to all parents so please mark your calendars for May 27, 2011. We are looking for AUCTION ITEMS for the event. If you have airline miles you’d like to donate, or have a vacation home somewhere that you’d be willing to offer a week’s stay at, or you’re in the logging business and can give a cord of wood, or you have service you can donate (window washing, consulting, decorating, etc.) – the opportunities for support are endless. And the best news is we’ll count that as a gift towards the annual fund since all funds raised at the event support the Annual Giving Campaign. Please call the Advancement Office with your idea.

Finally, if you make your gift before March 31, you will be invited to the Parent Thank You party on March 31. It’s simple: gift or product donation = invitation.  That’s your ticket to the party!

And as always, thank you to all of our parents who have made a gift during this school year. Your support is greatly appreciated and we hope you will encourage your fellow parents to join you in supporting Burr and Burton Academy.

Celebrate Your Graduate!
Graduating from high school is a wonderful milestone in your son or daughter’s life.  All of us celebrate when a young person takes that important next step and spreads his or her wings.

You can recognize the extraordinary effort of the faculty, staff and headmaster in providing an outstanding education for your son or daughter with a gift to Burr and Burton’s endowment. An endowment gift is particularly meaningful because it provides continuous support for a dynamic curriculum, challenging programs and range of offerings for all students.

We invite you to join other parents, grandparents and families who wish to recognize their graduate in this special way. A letter will be sent to your family this spring.

P.S.  Your gift in honor of your graduate will be matched dollar for dollar by the Rowland Endowment Challenge.

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Senior Send-off Meeting March 1

Parents of seniors: please come to a meeting on Tuesday, March 1, in the cafeteria from 5 – 6 pm  to help plan the Senior Send-off party on June 5. We need help planning activities for the night itself,  gathering donations for the event, and recruiting volunteers to chaperon the event. Please contact Nancy Strain at nstrain@burrburton.org or Leslie Keefe at ljkeefe@msn.com if you can help. Our seniors are counting on us!

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From the Parent Association

Change in schedule: On March 15 the Parent Association will be a general meeting and presentation after the sports meetings. The schedule is as follows:
7:00 – 7:15 pm Parent Association Social in the north end of the Rowland Center cafeteria
7:15 – 8:15 General Meeting. Presentation on Student Health Services team and Headmaster Mark Tashjian.
8:15 – 8:30 pm Adjourn with time for parent conversations and questions

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From the Athletic Department

The mandatory spring sports parent and athlete meetings has been changed to Tuesday, March 15, at 6:30 pm. Individual meetings will be held for the following spring sports: baseball, softball, track & field, boys and girls lacrosse, boys and girls golf, and boys and girls tennis.

Meeting Locations

Boys Lacrosse: Riley Center

Girls Lacrosse: Dave Miceli’s room, third floor Seminary building

Softball: John Graf’s room, third floor of Seminary building

Track: gymnasium

Boys Tennis: Wellness classroom off of gym lobby

Girls Tennis: Meg Kenney’s room, third floor of Seminary building

Baseball: Hunter Seminar Room

Boys and Girls Golf: Paul Kelly’s room in Seminary Building

Spring sports start dates:

Monday, March 14: Baseball and softball pitchers and catchers

Monday, March 21: All spring sports begin.

Please bring insurance information, completed forms and a pen to the meeting.

Forms can be downloaded from the schools web site www.burrburton.org under the athletics tab or picked up in the athletic office.

ATHLETES MUST HAVE HAD A PHYSICAL EXAM WITHIN THE LAST TWO YEARS. ANY ATHLETE WHO HAD A PHYSICAL PRIOR TO JUNE 2009 IS REQUIRED TO HAVE A CURRENT PHYSICAL EXAM ON FILE.

Vacation Policy

An athlete who chooses to go on a family trip during a school-scheduled vacation period (holiday, winter, or spring) will be ineligible to play in the first scheduled game following vacation. Return to game eligibility will be at the individual coach’s discretion. When a trip coincides with the final week of regular season or post season play, the athlete will need to choose between the sport and the trip.

To Receive Athletic Schedule Updates

• Go to www.digitalsports.com
• Find your school: type in Burr and Burton. Please note:

* Do not type in Academy

* The word and must be typed out.

• Click on Burr and Burton. Once on Burr and Burton’s page got to the right side of the page. Click on sign up for our FREE schedule update email.
• Type in your email address.
• Follow steps from here.
• As soon as games are scheduled, canceled, or rescheduled you will receive an email.

Changes are also posted to the school’s website and you may elect to receive notices from the Athletics/Athletics Calendar. There is also a Twitter account for updates: bbabulldogs

Updated weekly athletic schedules will be posted by noon on Friday for the upcoming week on the school web site www.burrburton.org

Once on the website go to the bottom right corner under quick links and click on Daily Announcements.

THE BBA CHILI CHALLENGE IS BACK!!

All this snow have you down?  Gather your friends and family and come join the boys’ and girls’ ice hockey teams on Tuesday, March 15, from 5-8pm for the Third Annual Chili Challenge. Let the BBA faculty and staff, as well as the hockey players, entice you with their delectable recipes. Last year’s Challenge featured chilis from bear, deer and local gardens as well as “traditional” favorites. Our faculty and staff are looking to avenge their losses from last year’s win by Assistant Headmaster Steve Houghton! New and secret recipes have been brewing all winter. We invite the public to join us in an all-you-can eat chili eating and judging contest for only $5! Bring your own bowl and save a $1. All proceeds will go to support the boys’ and girls’ ice hockey teams. Contact: Ellen Murray emurray@burrburton.org

Booster Club Hosts Harlem Superstars March 25

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French Students Invite You to Their Fund-Raising Dinner

The community is invited to a fine French dining experience courtesy of chef Eric Emery, former maître d’hôtel for the French president. The dinner will be held Friday, March 4, in the Rowland Center cafeteria at 6:30 pm. Tickets are $45 per person. All proceeds will benefit the student trip to France this summer.

The menu is Croustillant de chèvre chaud au vinaigre balsamique (warm goat cheese salad with balsamic vinaigrette), Haut de gigot aux asperges (mini leg of lamb with asparagus), Aumônière vanille et poires caramélisées (vanilla ice cream with caramelised pears in a crepe aumônière). A vegetarian option is available upon reservation only.
Tickets may be purchased by contacting Madame Emery at memery@burrburton.org. Advance tickets are advised, as this is a limited seating dinner!

Burr and Burton students Kevin Sullivan’13, Catharine Leiter ‘14,
and Kevin Walla ‘13 invite you to attend a delicious French dinner on March 4.

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Congratulations

Burr and Burton recently awarded Academic Letters to the following students who have achieved 200 academic points: juniors Claire McLeish, Lena Von Eynern, Lauren Yeager, Jessica Antonez, Sabrina DeWeerdt, Nikki Grossfeld, Mariette Aborn, Rachel Murphy, Kristen Somple; and seniors Charlie Kepler, Allison Tobia, Alfred Amigo, Kerry Howard, Lisa Donnelly, Jessica Yanez, Hannah Harrington, John Trugler, and Colby Halligan. Seniors Sawyer DeVries and Trevor McDonald were both awarded Academic Pins for surpassing 300 academic points.

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From the Performing Arts Department

Burr and Burton students who have been accepted to the All-State Music Festival are Ray Cole ’12 for band; Kaitlyn Mayberry ’11 and Jenna Jordan ’11 for orchestra; Rachel Murphy ’12, Simon Aborn ’13, Talon Birns ’12, Dan Boston ’11, Mariette Aborn ’12, and Sydney Beck ’11 for chorus. Kaitlyn Mayberry ’11 will also go to the All New England Orchestra Festival!

The Green Mountain Choral Festival will be held at the College of St. Joseph in Rutland on March 4.

The First Congregational Church (Manchester) will be presenting ”A Tapestry of Song” on March 6, at 4 pm, featuring choral groups from three area schools and the FCC Chancel Choir. Singers from the St. Michael’s College Chorale, the Burr and Burton Academy Contemporary Singers, the Long Trail School Chorus, and the Choir will delight the audience with a wide variety of song styles and tempos from “Moonlight in Vermont,” to some songs from the British invasion, to spirituals like “Climbin’ Higher Mountains.” The choirs will combine for some pieces, among them the Vermont state song. A freewill offering will be taken to benefit the FCC Music Program. Call the church office 802-362-2709 or e-mail fcc.office@comcast.net for more info about the concert. You won’t want to miss this very special collaborative effort among four excellent choral groups!

March 23 and 24
British Invasion Prism Concert
6:30 Riley Center for the Arts
http://burrburton.tix.com

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Informational meeting for Host Families in International Student Program March 16

The International Student Program staff invite you to join us for an informational meeting about becoming a host family to one of our international students on Wednesday, March 16 in the Hunter Seminar Room from 6:30-7:30 pm. Some of the current host families and their students will be on-hand to share their experiences, as well as answer questions you may have about the program. This is a great opportunity to learn first-hand about the unique and enriching experience of this cultural exchange.

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From the Yearbook Staff

It is not to late to order your yearbooks. There are only 380 books available and 175 have been sold. Once they are gone they are gone so don’t wait to get your student’s book. Seniors: $50; All others: $55. Make your checks out to BBA Yearbook and get them to Mr. Vincent.

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From the Health Clinic

On Tuesday, March 8, our school will be participating in the Youth Risk Behavior Survey. Over 30,000 other high school students in Vermont will also be taking this student survey. The survey is sponsored by the Vermont Department of Education to help schools learn more about their students in an effort to provide them with education about behaviors that increase the risk of health problems now and in the future. Burr and Burton uses the results in a variety of ways: grant applications, wellness class curriculum planning, wellness team initiatives, just to name a few.

The Collaborative, our local prevention/education coalition, also uses these results in their work; for example, the creation of social norms campaign messages, planning for parent educational programming and youth centered events.

If you wish to opt your student out of this survey, please contact Meg Cornell, RN- Health Clinic Director at 549-8132 or by e-mail mcornell@burrburton.org

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From the Library

The  Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning recently donated DVDs of four of their 2010 videotaped lectures. The titles include: “War in Afghanistan: Necessity or Quagmire” with Ambassador Peter Galbraith; “The Growing Nuclear Shadow” with Derek Boothby; “Understanding Climate Change Locally” with Professor Lesley-Ann Dupigny-Giroux; and “China Rising” with Professor John Berninghausen. We are excited to share these lectures with our students and faculty.

Credo’s General Reference collection continues to grow each month and now has over 530 titles. The following well-regarded titles were added in February:

• Collins English-Polish Dictionary, Collins

• Collins Slownik Polsko-Angielski, Collins

• The Development Dictionary, Zed Books

• A Dictionary of Philosophical Logic, Edinburgh University Press

• QFinance: The Ultimate Resource, A&C Black

Credo is just one of the many online databases we subscribe to for our students and can be found on the library’s homepage.

The Lisa B. Tuttle Memorial Library provides students and faculty with resources for study, research and pleasure reading. We are always looking for ways to serve you better. If you have any suggestions or comments we would love to hear them. Just stop by the library and tell us!

Library website: http://northshirelibraries.com

Library Hours
Monday – Thursday 7 am – 5 pm
Friday 7 am – 1 pm

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From the School and College Counseling Office

Course Registration for 2011-12

Juniors, sophomores and freshmen are currently registering for next year’s classes. Please review the new Course of Study book (or reference it on our website under the Parents /School Publications) and take the time to discuss appropriate course choices with your son or daughter.  Parents need to sign the course registration form for requests to be processed.  Please call your student’s counselor if you have any questions.

Mock College Interviews

Juniors will have the chance to participate in individual practice college interviews with college admission officers the week of April 4. Details will be forthcoming.  Students will be accommodated on a first-come -first-served basis until spots are filled.

College Fair

Castleton State College will host a College Fair on April 5 and 6. Admission representatives from a variety of northeastern colleges will be available to speak with students and parents.

Notification of College Admission Decisions

Seniors: please be sure to notify your counselor whenever you receive notification from a college that you have applied to.

VSAC College Pathways Programs

VSAC is organizing a series of workshops on college admission. These free Saturday programs take place on March 19 at St. Michael’s College; April 2 at Castleton State College; and April 9 at Lyndon State College. Find more information and register for VSAC’s College Pathways workshops on-line at www.vsac.org or by calling 1-800-798-8722.

Financial Aid Form Assistance

Rick Bernasconi from VSAC will be at BBA on March 8 from 4:00-7:00 pm to meet with individual families needing assistance in completing financial aid forms. Please contact Lynne Welsh (549-8242) to schedule an appointment.

Standardized Testing Registration Deadlines

All juniors who plan to attend college at some point in the future should register to take at least one standardized test this spring.  Please confer with your counselor for advice.  Registration deadlines and test dates are as follows:

We recommend that students register online; for the SAT at www.collegeboard.com and for the ACT at www.actstudent.org. Paper registration forms are also available in the School and College Counseling Office. Please see counselors with any questions.

Test Prep

Burr and Burton is offering a new test prep option for all juniors. Brian Marohnic of High End Test Prep will be conducting a four-week session that will meet on Friday afternoons beginning March 25. Although the cost is $345 per student, Burr and Burton will subsidize $245 so the cost to families will only be $100 (with a $50 rebate being offered for students with perfect attendance!). Information on this course has been distributed to all juniors, and a link to the registration form can also be found on Naviance. Please contact Lynne Welsh to register.

Summer Opportunities

The School and College Counseling Office has information about various types of summer programs for students.  Please stop by to check out our collection of materials.

All students are eligible for the Governor’s Institutes of Vermont that are week-long sessions organized around the following topics: Arts, Asian Cultures, Current Events and Issues, Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics, and Science and Technology. Applications are due in the School and College Counseling Office by March 14.

Freshmen, sophomores and juniors interested in a health-care career may want to attend one of the week-long MedQuest Programs offered in June in Bennington and in August in Brattleboro. The School and College Counseling Office has applications available for pick-up.  The application deadline is March 4.

Financial Aid Alert

Seniors need to complete and submit their financial aid forms (www.fafsa.ed.gov and www.vsac.org) this month if they have not already done so. Contact VSAC at 1-800-642-3177 for assistance in filling out the forms. Don’t delay!

Scholarships

Students can pick up forms for the individual scholarships listed below in the School and College Counseling Office. VSAC coordinates applications for multiple Vermont-based scholarships through its VSAC Scholarship Booklet and Unified Scholarship Application (due March 4).  This publication is available for pick-up in our office; information and forms are also available on the VSAC website.

Current Scholarships are also listed online at http://connection.naviance.com/burrburton)

Updated Scholarships 2011
Forms for all of the scholarships listed below are available in the School and College Counseling Office.  This scholarship information is also listed on the Naviance website at: http://connection.naviance.com/burrburton.

Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation Scholarships
Eligibility: 8 different scholarships/eight different criteria. A student may apply to ONLY one.
Award: up to $8,000 over four years
Deadline: March 15
Application must be done online: www.pricechopper.com (click on the Community Events tab)

Berkshire Bank Foundation 2011 Scholarship Program
Eligibility: high school seniors with record of non-school sponsored volunteerism in the community and participation in extra-curricular school activities; GPA, 3.0 minimum; financial need; plan for 2 or 4 yr college or tech school.
Award: $2,000; Deadline: to your school counselor by March21st!
Application online: http://www.berkshirebank.com/about/foundations/scholarships or in School and College Counseling Office

Humane Society Shaw-Worth Scholarship
Eligibility: Seniors who have made a meaningful contribution to animal protection over a significant period of time
Award: $2,500; Deadline: March 25
Application: apply in the form of a letter/see scholarship folder

Vermont Superintendant’s Association
Alice Angney Scholarship for Leadership and Service
Eligibility: High school senior. Based on leadership and service to community, academic achievement, and initiative in overcoming a specific challenge. Must demonstrate a commitment to furthering education after high school.
Award: $1,000; Deadline: March 25

Alice Agney Scholarship (Vermont Superintendants Association)
Eligibility: Senior demonstrating a commitment to further their education after graduation. Leadership, service to community, academic achievement, and initiative in overcoming a specific challenge or challenges.
Award: $1,000; Deadline: March 25

Fraternal Order of Eagles and Auxiliary Scholarships
Eligibility: Seniors entering either a college or vocational school. Personality, community service, academic accomplishments, and financial need are some of the deciding factors.
Award: not specified; Deadline: March 28

Sons of American Legion
Eligibility: Senior planning to attend trade school or technical college. Must have an immediate family member who is a member of the American Legion Family
Award: $1,000; Deadline: April 1

American Legion of Vermont Scholarship
Eligibility: seniors accepted at approved or accredited school or college,
Award: $1,500; $1,000; or $500; Deadline: April 1
Application information online: www.legionvthq.com

Nelson E. & Marie Williams Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating high school seniors who live within the borders of the area served by Currier Memorial School. This includes the towns of Danby ad Mt. Tabor. The student must have been a graduate of Currier Memorial School; strong character, strong academics, financial need.
Award: Not specified; Deadline: April 1

VFW – Phil Kelleher and John West Scholarship
Eligibility: High school senior planning to enroll in college. Award based on academic record, personal achievement, community service
Award: not specified; Deadline: April 8 must be hand-delivered

Manchester Lions Club Scholarship
Eligibility: graduating senior needing financial assistance with college, trade school, conservatory, AA degree program or other non-traditional training program. Also for a recent past graduate who may just now be moving ahead with their education.
Award: not specified; Deadline: April 15

Vermont Golf Association Scholarship
Eligibility: financial need, top 40% of class, connection to the game of golf; i.e., play, working in golf shop, on the grounds, caddying, etc.
Award: $1,000 for 4 years; Deadline: April 20

Manchester Masons of VT Scholarship
Eligibility: senior planning to enroll in college who lives in Manchester, Dorset, Sunderland or has Masonic affiliation through a parent or grandparent ; award based on leadership, community service and extra-curricular activities and financial need
Award: $500.00; Deadline: April 22

Vermont Grocer’s Scholarship
Carefully read eligibility requirements from flyer in School and College Counseling Office (VT Grocers Scholarship folder) THEN call or write for application. Does require family association with a VGA member or working for a VGA member company in VT
Award: $1,500 to $2,500; Deadline: April 29

Stephen Phillips Scholarship
Eligibility: Financial need, academic excellence, and exemplary citizenship, character and serious-mindedness. Extensive application form. Start early! (See if you qualify financial BEFORE filling out the application.)
Award: $3,000 to $10,000 Deadline: April 30
Application online at www.phillips-scholarship.org

Ray Pellegrini “Reach for the Stars” Scholarship
(sponsored by the Vermont Principals’ Association)
Eligibility: graduating senior, first generation college student, attending a college in VT, with the intention of remaining in VT after college. Community service and/or volunteer work will be given strong consideration.
Award: $1,000; Deadline: May 2
Applications also online at www.vpaonline.org.

AES Engineers Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating senior or current college student regardless of course of study. Must submit an essay of no more than 1,000 words to scholarships@aesengineers.com
TOPIC: What impact will the Natural Disasters of 2010 have on the global economy? How should these affect future political, business and personal decisions?
Award: $500; Deadline: October 7
Info Online at: http://aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

LOANS

The Cooper Kelly Educational Fund
Eligibility: Female senior planning to attend college. Dependable, responsible, and diligent with definite goals in mind. 2.0 average and references required.
Interest free LOAN. No specified amount ($25 application fee)
Application and information in the School and College Counseling Office

Olin Scott Fund, Inc.
Eligibility: 2.5 average, Bennington County male senior accepted at University or  College, must interview
Application in the School and College Counseling Office ($25 application fee)