Governor's School & NJ Scholars Nominations For The Class of 2019

Biotechnology High School is proud to nominate outstanding students in the class of 2019 for the following summer programs:

• Governor's School of Engineering & Technology
• Governor’s School in the Sciences 
• New Jersey Scholars Program

These are extraordinary enrichment opportunities provided to New Jersey high school students at no cost to families. To learn more about each of these individual programs, please click on the links above.

The Guidance Department will select nominees on the basis of academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, and demonstrated interest. We are able to nominate 1 student for each of the Governor's Schools and 2 students for New Jersey Scholars.

If you would like to be considered as a BTHS nominee, please submit your application by Monday, December 11th. Any application submitted after 7:30 am on 12/11 will not be considered.

Here is the link to: BTHS Gov School / NJ Scholars Application.

Also Note: students may apply for more than 1 program. Submit a separate application for each program that you would like to be considered for.

Please let us know if you have any questions. Good luck to all who apply!

Governor's STEM Scholars 2017-18

The Governor’s STEM Scholars Program is accepting applications for the 2017-18 academic year. The program, a public-private partnership for students interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), is open to New Jersey students from grade 10 to the Ph.D. level. If accepted, student scholars receive a comprehensive introduction to the state’s STEM industry through a series of conferences, field trips, internship opportunities, and a research project. The program seeks to attract a diverse group of 75 high school and post-secondary students who are passionate about STEM and who are representative of all of New Jersey. The Governor’s STEM Scholars Program is an initiative of the Research & Development Council of New Jersey, the Governor’s Office, the New Jersey Department of Education, and the Secretary of Higher Education.

The Governor’s STEM Scholars Program provides students with firsthand learning about STEM professions and allows them to engage in meaningful dialogue with representatives of New Jersey’s vast STEM industry, including research and development leaders, academic professionals, and state policymakers. The program offers scholars the ability to make mentoring connections that can last into their professional careers.

In addition to attending four themed conferences on Saturdays throughout the school year, scholars will visit actual research & development facilities to meet STEM professionals.

Students who are accepted into the Governor’s STEM Scholars program will receive a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build connections and discover what the state has to offer across all sectors of the STEM field – academia, industry, and government.

Additional information about the program and the application process is available on the Governor’s STEM Scholars website: www.govstemscholars.com

The application deadline is 5/26/17. Please notify your school counselor by 5/19/17 if you intend to apply, so that we can send them your transcript.

Previous BTHS STEM Scholars:

• 2014-15: Mike Abelar, Anekha Goyal, Victoria Momyer, Meghana Singh, and Gillian Teitelbaum
• 2015-16: Sara Camilli, Saavan Chintalacheruvu, John Larkins, Tiffany Paul, Jenna Weingarten, Marisa Wu and Burton Ye.
• 2016-17: Nicholas Fotopoulos and Calvin Wang
• 2017-18: ????

Spring College Fairs & Events

Spring is the season for college fairs and information sessions ...

Ranney School College Fair - Tinton Falls, April 17

Service Academy Information Night - Colts Neck, April 26

NJ National College Fair - Meadowlands Expo Center, April 26 & 27

Monmouth Regional Fair - Brookdale, April 27

Exploring College Options - Monroe Township, May 15; Mount Laurel, May 17; Morristown, May 21; Woodbridge, May 22

Colleges That Change Lives Fair  - New York City, May 21

SUNY College Fair  - Whippany, May 22

Exploring Educational Excellence - Iselin, June 6

Rising Junior Night 2017

Full-Screen Presenation View

Handouts:

• IB at BTHS: What Parents Need to Know
• Rising Junior Night 2017 - Summary of Guidance Info
• National Honor Society Requirements Chart

BTHS Resources:

• Dr. Roger's IB Website
• Opportunities for Students | Community Service
• NHS Frequently Asked Questions

Suggested Reading:

• 10 reasons Why The IB Diploma Programme is Ideal Preparation for University
• Former Admissions Staffer: Parents, Calm Down. Let Harvard Go
• College Is a Journey, Not a Destination

 

For more info/resources - College Knowledge LiveBinder

Rising Jr Night March 20

All students in the class of 2019 and their parents are invited to attend our annual Rising Junior Night, scheduled for Monday, March 20th from 6:00 to 7:00 pm in the Media Center.

Dr. Rogers will provide an overview and orientation to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program, and Guidance Counselors will review other important information for junior year, including college planning, SAT/ACT & National Honor Society.

We hope to see you there!