Batavia High School Counseling and Advising

All BHS students get early access to FREE prom dresses, shoes and accessories this Friday, 2:30-5 pm!

⭐️This morning, we took students to a CTE Open House at Waubonsee to connect with industry professionals and instructors in Autos, HVAC, CAD, and Machine Tool Technology. It was an inspiring experience for all to explore these career paths!⭐️

🟡74 students + 12 college reps engaged at our college panel yesterday!
✨Special thanks to our guest visitors from: Ole Miss, Mizzou, Northern Michigan University, Northern Illinois University, Marquette University, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, University of South Carolina, Aurora University, Oklahoma State University, University of Utah, Nova Southeastern University, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota!

🎓 Exciting News for Batavia High School Students! 🎓

Next week, we're hosting our very first College Panel at Batavia High School! 📚🎒

This is an amazing opportunity to explore different colleges of all sizes and locations. Whether you’re looking for a small (3,800 students), medium (9,546 students), or large (27,000 students) institution, we’ve got something for everyone!

🌎 Colleges from 10 different states will be represented, including:
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Michigan
- Illinois
- Wisconsin
- South Carolina
- Oklahoma
- Utah
- Florida
- Minnesota

Attending a college panel is a great way to get a feel for how college life varies by state, size, and environment. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn more about your future options!

📅 Students, register today to attend! https://bit.ly/BhsCalendar

Next week on Wednesday, March 12th we are hosting 13 colleges for sophomores, juniors & seniors to meet with in the BFAC from 1:30-2:30. Students must sign up by this Friday to meet with college representatives from Ole Miss, Mizzou, Northern Michigan, Northern Illinois University, Dominican, Marquette, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, University of South Carolina, Aurora University, Oklahoma State, University of Utah, Nova Southeastern University & Saint Mary's University of Minnesota!

See the 100's of colleges, careers and wellness partners who will be at the upcoming College, Career & Wellness Fair we are co-hosting at West Aurora HS on 2/28/25!

100+ Batavia High School students engaged with 16 medical professionals to learn about careers yesterday. It was a a great day!

Here are some anonymous students reflections:
"I learned a lot about the schooling required for the profession which led me to narrow down some of my paths. Also I got to learn about some of the programs you can take in high school."

"I learned about a new way of giving air to a person in need, I got to use a blood pressure cuff and stethoscope. I also got recommendations from the professionals about what classes and programs I should look into."

"I just love learning about all the medical careers"

"I feel more sure of what I want to do when I graduate high school and what type of community college/college/university I want to go to"

"I thought it was really helpful to be able to sit down and talk to each person about what they do. It really helped me eliminate options and become more interested in others."

"Being a freshman, I don't really have much expiration or knowledge about the medical field but I knew I wanted to go into it. Hearing all the different types of doctors talking about their experiences really set the scene for me of what being in the medical field would look like."

Several events taking place for students to learn about careers and college tomorrow at BHS!
* Health & Medical Career Event 2nd block
* Waubonsee Community College in the atrium during all 3rd block lunches
* BSU is hosting an energy career panel in A101 3rd block lunches

See more upcoming events on our calendar: bit.ly/BhsCalendar

Happy National School Counselor Week to the absolute BEST team of high school counselors! 🎉
I’m beyond grateful to work alongside such passionate, dedicated, and compassionate individuals.🌟

Students interested in health & medical career careers are encouraged to attend our event at BHS on 2/12! Students will get to talk with doctors, nurses, speech, occupational, physical & mental health therapists + more during a fun career fair!
Register at: http://bit.ly/health212

📌In case you missed it last week: Check out the BHS January 2025 College & Career Newsletter: http://bit.ly/bhsnews2425
✨We are hosting many upcoming college & career enrichment opportunities this spring: FAFSA Fest, College, Career & Wellness Fair, Junior College Group, Health & Medical Career Event, Military Day, Early Childhood Education Field Trip, Four-Year College Panels

We encourage all BHS seniors to complete the FAFSA & we're here to support families in this process!

If you would like professional help completing the FAFSA, register for FAFSA Fest during the school day this Friday, January 17th.

Sign up to attend FAFSA Fest at http://bit.ly/fafsafest25

✨What a beautiful day of school ✨

🐾❄️🏫NIU college visit with a surprise chaperone hall of honor, Torry Pryor

🏈🎨🎼Morning school assembly to honor fall sports & activities @ BHS

Sharing a few photos from last few busy weeks college & career events at Batavia High School!
11/13 Women in Business
11/12 Financial Aid Presentation
11/7 Military Day
10/31 College Help Session
10/31 Halloween - Inside Out characters
10/30 College Panel with 12 colleges & 120 students
10/24 All About Scholarships
10/24 Fine Arts College Career Fair

🎓 Ready to explore your college options?

🌟 On December 3rd, 2024, we are taking a field trip to Northern Illinois University (NIU) to experience the campus firsthand!

If you're interested in joining us, register now at https://bit.ly/bhstoniu ✨

Did you know? 🤔 Students with a 3.0+ GPA are automatically admitted to NIU! Plus, through the Huskie Pledge, students who demonstrate financial need can have their tuition covered with the Huskie Pledge. What an incredible opportunity to make college more affordable for students who need it most! 💸

Batavia HS Fine Arts College & Career Fair is 10/24/24!

Register to attend bit.ly/BhsCalendar

We are hosting 10 colleges at Batavia HS on 10/23/24:
🔴Purdue
🔴University of Utah
🔴University of Cincinnati
🔴Bradley
🔴Wash U in St. Louis
🔴Southern IL University Edwardsville
🔴University of IL Chicago
🔴Northeastern IL University
🔴Western IL University

NEW COLLEGE PANEL LOCATION: Batavia Fine Arts Centre (enter through E-wing/music hallway)!

Today is the last day to register!
👻 https://bit.ly/bhspanel24

Next week on Thursday we are hosting "All About Scholarships" in the cafeteria during late-start for junior, seniors + parents/guardians.

➡️Register here to attend: bit.ly/scholarshipbhs24