admission open house program - october, 27, 2012
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A detailed guide to the October, 27 Admission Open House at BB&N.TRANSCRIPT
Admission Open House October 27, 2012
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Grades 7-12
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Administration & Admission Contacts
AdministratorsRebecca T. Upham, Head of SchoolLewis Bryant, Director of Multicultural ServicesRoss Clark, Academic DeanMary Dolbear, Director of the Middle SchoolRick Foresteire ’86, Director of AthleticsRory Morton ’81, Dean of StudentsGeoffrey Theobald, Director of the Upper School
Admission DepartmentGeordie Mitchell, Director of Enrollment ManagementMartha Newport, Director of Middle School AdmissionMatt McDonald, Associate Director of Upper School AdmissionGenieve Rankel, Director of Financial AidBrian Johnson, Upper School Admission Associate Ellie Loughlin, Upper School Admission AssociateAmy Pratt, Upper School Admission Assistant Linda Tran, Middle School Admission Assistant
An inside look at BB&N…
Throughout the morning, various programs and informal conversations will be held with members of the BB&N community. Registration, refreshments, and the following will be ongoing:
• Upper School campus tours depart from the first floor art gallery; Tours of the Nicholas Athletic Center (NAC) will depart from the lobby of the NAC.
• Upper and Middle School students, parents, and faculty available to answer your questions.
• Upper and Middle School faculty host Curriculum/ Club Fairs.
• Open play rehearsal for the Upper School Drama Department’s fall production, Our Country’s Good, by Timberlake Wertenbaker.
• Athletic coaches available in the Nicholas Athletic Center from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Panels and Information SessionsUpper and Middle School Curriculum/Club Fair
Teachers, students, and parents will be available to answer your questions about the School’s academic offerings, student organizations, and parent groups, all of which play a key role in life at BB&N.
9:00 – 12:00 in the Commons, Upper School9:00 - 12:00 in the Community Room, Middle School
The BB&N Middle SchoolAt BB&N, 7th and 8th graders have a space just for them, an entire campus and program designed to develop their unique perspectives and experiences. In the comfort of their own space, Middle School students develop the confidence and skills necessary to meet future challenges. Learn about the experience from Mary Dolbear, Middle School Director, and gain insight into this transformation with a student panel.
9:30 – 9:55 and 10:30-10:55 in the Community Room
Welcome from the Head of SchoolWhen searching for a school, it is important to investigate the daily life and rhythm of the school and to consider its values and aspirations. Rebecca T. Upham, Head of Buckingham Browne & Nichols, will share with you her thoughts about BB&N and her outlook for the future of the School.
10:00-10:25 in the Theater
Upper School Student Life Panel Classes, athletics, artistic projects, and other opportunities are important aspects of a student’s overall experience at BB&N. Through this panel discussion, moderated by Dean of Students, Rory Morton, you will hear from students about how BB&N feels from the inside.
9:30 – 9:55 and 11:00 - 11:25 in Room 210 (second floor)
Diversity at BB&NPlease join this important conversation, facilitated by BB&N’s Director of Multicultural Services, Lewis Bryant. For 30 years, Mr. Bryant has led BB&N’s effort to become a truly diverse, multicultural, and inclusive community. While increasing the number of students of color on campus was one of the original goals, supporting a broader definition of diversity, one inclusive of sexual orientation, class, religion, gender, culture, and other social identities is the present day goal at BB&N. We are proud of the many levels of support we offer, and look forward to sharing them with you.
10:30 – 10:55 in Classroom 273-275
Director’s Overview of the Upper School In this session, Mr. Theobald will discuss strengths of the curriculum, with an eye to the unique opportunities presented to students during their years here. His talk will offer thoughts on the rigor of our program and the warmth of our community.
10:30 – 10:55 and 11:30 – 11:55 in Room 210 (second floor)
Financial Aid Information SessionA BB&N education is an investment in your child’s future, one that is within everyone’s reach thanks to our extensive financial aid program. This session will walk you through the process of applying for financial aid for the first time, with the goal of demystifying an often intimidating process. Presented by Genieve Rankel, Director of Financial Aid.
11:00 – 11:25 in Classroom 273-275
9:00-9:25 a.m.
Program Schedule9:30-9:55 a.m. 10:00-10:25 a.m.
Upper School Commons
Theater
Room 210
Community Room
US Curriculum/Club Fair
Middle School Student Panel
Athletic Center Tours
Welcome from the Head of
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US Curriculum/Club Fair
US Curriculum/Club Fair
Student Life Panel
Athletic Center Tours
Room 273-275
Middle School Curriculum Fair
Middle School Curriculum Fair
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First Floor Gallery Campus Tours Campus Tours Campus Tours
Upper SchoolDirector’s Overview
Program Schedule10:30-10:55 a.m. 11:00-11:25 a.m. 11:30-11:55 a.m.
Upper School Commons
Room 210
Community Room
Theater
US Curriculum/Club Fair
US Curriculum/Club Fair
US Curriculum/Club Fair
Upper SchoolDirector’s Overview
NicholasAthleticCenter
Open Rehearsal
Middle School Curriculum Fair
Middle School Student Panel
Middle School Curriculum Fair
Diversity at BB&N
Student Life Panel
Room 273-275 Financial Aid Information
Session
Coaches Available
Athletic Center Tours
Athletic Center Tours
Athletic Center Tours
First Floor Gallery Campus Tours Campus Tours Campus Tours
DATES TO REMEMBER
January 15, 2013 Admission Applications Due
February 1, 2013 Financial Aid Applications Due (SSS Online)
March 1, 2013 2012 Tax Returns Due for Financial Aid Applicants
March 8, 2013 Admission Notification Date
April 10, 2013 Family Reply Date
SSAT Administration DatesNovember 10, 2012December 8, 2012
January 5, 2013
ISEE Administration DatesMost Saturdays:
check www.erblearn.org for more information
Today’s Athletic Eventsvs. St. George’s School
2:30pm: Varsity Girls’ Field Hockey
2:30pm: JV Girls’ Soccer
4:00pm: Varsity Girls’ Soccer
4:00pm: JV Girls’ Field Hockey
5:00pm: Varsity Football vs. Roxbury Latin
Buckingham Browne & Nichols School80 Gerry’s Landing Road, Cambridge, MA 02138-5512
617-800-2136 www.bbns.org
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A coeducational day school in Cambridge, Massachusetts, BB&N offers a continuity of education that is rare among independent schools. The
educational program provides a challenging core curriculum that is taught in insightful, innovative ways. BB&N’s three separate campuses have been carefully designed to complement the developmental growth of children. Each campus is composed of energetic learners, from a wide variety of backgrounds and geographic locations, united by a common pursuit of excellence. At BB&N, students are encouraged to test their ideas and broaden their ways of thinking, as they experience a range
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combination of exceptional academics and extensive opportunities, available to all in an inclusive environment where individuals feel
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