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BRHS Seniors Sign to Compete at the Next Level
This makes three 2024 graduates who have signed with college programs as Kaden Jenkins signed to play volleyball at the University of Jamestown earlier in the year. We are very excited to see what these students achieve in the future!
Happy Spring BRHS!
It is hard to believe we are getting closer to the end of the year. Our students have been enjoying participating in a wealth of activities from spring sports, to UIL, One Act Play and everything in between.
A few upcoming reminders:
If your student is planning to begin taking dual credit courses next year, please make sure your student checks their BRISD and Collin College email accounts. All registration will be done by Collin Counselor, Dr. Kristin. Lee, and will be strictly based off of your course requests that were submitted. The payment deadline for students taking dual credit summer courses is May 1st. The payment deadline for Fall 2024 classes is Wednesday, May 15th.
As a reminder, all seniors must have either submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or completed an opt out form. Graduation will be here before you know it!
Senate Bill 1888, 87th Texas Legislature, Regular Session, 2021, added Texas Education Code §28.0253, which establishes the Texas First Early High School Completion Program to allow public high school students who demonstrate early readiness for college to graduate early from high school.
The purpose of the Texas First Early High School Completion Program, in conjunction with the Texas First Scholarship Program (Texas Education Code, Chapter 56, Subchapter K-1), is to promote efficiency in the state public education system and incentivize the enrollment of high performing students at eligible institutions within the state of Texas. Please see the attached flyers for more information on this new program.
As always, please let me know if you have any questions.
Precalculus
The Blunt Truth of Cannabis Use Amongst Teens
Cannabis, marijuana, weed, grass, flower….. we have all heard at least one of these terms at some point in our lives. Marijuana can be consumed in many different ways including smoking, vaping, oils, teas and edibles. With more and more states making recreational cannabis use legal for adults 21+, what do parents and adolescents need to know about underage use?
Cannabis use among teens is at its highest level in the past 30 years. Approximately 37% of high school students and 8.3% of 8th graders have reported using cannabis. Cannabis use among teens and young adults can have harmful effects on brain development. The brain continues to develop until about 25 years old. The amount of THC (the psychoactive component of Cannabis that gives you the “high”) is 3 x as high compared to 25 years ago, increasing the impact on the brain. Educating yourself as a parent or guardian can help you be more prepared to have a conversation with your teen about marijuana use. Potential risks of marijuana use in teens can include impaired brain development; problems with concentration, problem solving, learning and memory; poor academic/job performance; increased risk of worsening mental health issues; lung issues if smoked/vaped; and interfering with absorption of prescribed medication. Not to mention the legal/disciplinary actions should they be caught possessing and/or consuming on school grounds.
What motivates teens to partake in cannabis use? Research suggests that most teens motivation was “to feel mellow, calm or relaxed-73%”, “to have fun with friends-50%”, “to stop worrying about a problem or forget bad memories-44%”, “to help with depression or anxiety-40%” (Connolly et al). Ultimately there are many factors that contribute to why teens use cannabis, including home life, school and community. Take action and talk to your teen about the repercussions of marijuana use. Check in frequently, help them establish healthy coping mechanisms and be clear on your expectations regarding marijuana and other drug use. Help your teen create an exit plan in the case they are offered marijuana. Peer pressure can be powerful, so coming up with a realistic strategy to handle the situation will empower your student to make good choices when it matters.
~Nurse Melissa~
Welcome back to News from Collin College. Read on to get the latest information about Collin College and the Farmersville Campus.
Q. Are you looking for a job?
A. Join us for the second annual Spring into Your Future Job Fair from 5-7 p.m. at the Farmersville Campus Atrium, located at 501 S. Collin Parkway in Farmersville. Participants will be able to explore career opportunities, and hiring managers will be on site. For more information, contact Dawn Gomez at dmgomez@collin.edu.
Q. Will you be joining us?
A. The Collin College Farmersville Campus will have its third annual Movie Night on the Lawn from 7-10 p.m. on Saturday, March 23. Bring your blankets and chairs and get ready for a night of fun while enjoying “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One.”
Staff/Faculty Highlight: Dr. Dawn Gomez
Dr. Dawn Gomez, the career center manager at the Farmersville Campus, started working at Collin College in May 2021, and has worked in higher education for 26 years.
Dr. Gomez holds an Associate Degree in Juvenile Counseling from Holy Cross College, a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies with a minor in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Education from Texas Tech University, and a Doctorate in Interdisciplinary Studies and Human Development, with a specialization in Higher Education from Marywood University.
Why do you love your job?
Dr. Gomez: What I love most about my job is teaching others how to identify their strengths and work values, and how to research careers to narrow down to a final career choice that fits their interests, skills, values, and personality.
What would you like parents and students to know about the Farmersville Campus?
Dr. Gomez: I would like parents and students to know that I am a neurodivergent (ADD and dyscalculia), first-generation student, and now career counselor with more than 26 years of experience. I have thorough knowledge of education, human development, and psychology that is equipped to assist and support students through every career development stage from career assessment to getting hired.
To find out more about the Farmersville Campus, visit www.collin.edu/campuses/farmersville.
To learn more about Collin College, visit www.collincollegenews.com or www.collin.edu.
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