Weekly Administrative Update
Class of 2025 Graduation Photo
Congratulations Laura Persons and Isabella Chappelow!
Photo Courtesy Erin Rocheleau
Bellows Free Academy is proud to announce that 14 students represented BFA at the Vermont Governor’s Institutes this summer!
These outstanding students will join peers from across the state in weeklong, residential learning experiences focused on areas such as arts, engineering, health and medicine, environmental science, mathematics, and global issues.
Each scholar was chosen for their curiosity, creativity, and commitment to learning. We’re excited to see how they’ll bring their new skills and inspiration back to our school and community!
Dear Students and Families,
This fall, all 10th- and 11th-grade students at BFA will take the PSAT on Wednesday, October 29, during the school day. The district will cover the cost of the assessment to ensure equity and access for every student.
The PSAT gives us another valuable data point beyond the 9th-grade VTCAP to measure student growth across high school. By reviewing results over time, we can better understand how students are progressing and where they may need additional support.
For 11th graders, the PSAT also serves as the qualifying exam for the National Merit Scholarship Program, which provides opportunities for recognition and scholarships nationwide.
Benefits of the PSAT include:
Identifying strengths and areas for growth in reading, writing, and math.
Offering meaningful feedback to guide instruction and support postsecondary planning.
Providing equitable access to a nationally recognized test at no cost.
Giving students practice with standardized testing in a lower-stakes environment before the SAT.
Connecting students to scholarship opportunities and the College Board’s college readiness resources.
We are excited to offer this opportunity to all students and appreciate your support as they prepare to take part.
12th grade students who already registered will also take the SAT at this time.
