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Our counselors offer guidance and support to students in kindergarten through grade 12. They are available to work with students individually, in small groups, and in the classroom.
The list of student services varies with the different grade levels, but the Counseling Center in Room 112 is here for all students with any questions or concerns.
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Ms. Rachel Anderson
Secondary Counselor
765-285-4985
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Mr. Mike Will
Counseling Coordinator
765-285-2341
mawill@bsu.edu
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The Burris Counseling Center is available to all students in person and remotely.
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Remote students and families: Please use the sign up link below to connect with Miss Harnish. Below are some of the things Miss Harnish can help with:
- Social and emotional support
- Academic needs
- Career/College Readiness
- Scholarships
- Individual Counseling
- Providing outside resources
- Homelessness
- And more!
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Remote students and families: Please email Ms. Anderson (rmanderson@bsu.edu) to connect. Below are some of the things Ms. Anderson can help with:
- Scheduling
- Student Accommodations
- Individual counseling
- Scholarships
- College/Career Planning
- FAFSA
- 21st Century Scholars
- PSAT, SAT, ACT
- And more!
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Remote students and families: Please use the sign up link below to connect with Mr. Will. Below are some of the things Mr. Will can help with:
- Scheduling
- Dual Credit Courses
- PSAT, SAT, ACT
- And more!
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Webinar Series with Dr. Lori Desaultes
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More resources from Dr. Lori Desautels
1. Taking Care of our Brains in this time of COVID https://youtu.be/kS0sA_MOpEM2. Our Brains, Emotions and a Scavenger Hunt https://youtu.be/MBxxULfUz3o3. Focused Attention Practices https://youtu.be/IS37S9Yi0KI4.Sensations are physicalized feelings and they can identify “How” we are experiencing our world at any moment! https://youtu.be/r2T8kFWfkvA5. Our Brain and Body Work Together https://youtu.be/5RUcUvCxgLg6. Creating Closure in the Midst of Adversity https://youtu.be/SiilaoN15AI7. Just say It! Draw it! Write It! https://youtu.be/IRaSMe1H6Nw8.Who is your wise self? https://youtu.be/5Q7Ha0Jxeg0
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Resources for Students and Families about the Coronavirus and e-Learning
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Video about how to decrease anxiety during the Coronavirus
Coronavirus Information for Students
A Guide for parents as you talk with your children about COVID-19
How parents can help students during e-Learning
Tips to help students succeed in online classes
Tips for managing Stress and Anxiety while at home
Crisis Text Line – Text “IN” to 741741
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Scholarships
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Current Scholarship Opportunities:
- Khan Academy Breakthrough Junior Challenge for students 13-18 years old
- Oasis Recovery Trauma Awareness Scholarship for Seniors
- The Networks Scholarship
- PB&J Scholarship
- Dwight & Virginia Deen Schoeef Scholarship
- Mary K. Garr Scholarship
- The Ruth Glaser Bryan Scholarship
- Amburn Memorial Scholarship
- Harold Ellison Scholarship
- List of Scholarships for Indiana High School Seniors
- Storer Scholarship – Application and the Storer Scholarship Brochure 2020
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Top Topics for Seniors
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PowerPoint presentation – Preparing for College 101 – What should I pack, and how do I do laundry?
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PowerPoint presentation – Skype/Virtual Interview Skills
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PowerPoint presentation – How to Write a Resume
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2020-2021 Scheduling Resources
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Information about Special Schedule Options
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PowerPoint – Information about Internships
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PowerPoint – Information About Cadet Teaching
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PowerPoint – Information about Independent Studies
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Resources
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Applying for college, SAT, and ACT
Summer Resources
- Ball State Summer Dual Credit Courses
- Purdue Summer Classes for High School students
- Conexus Interns Program (16+ years old)
- Oxbridge Academic Programs (Grades 8-12)
- Early College at the University of Alabama (High School)
- AMDA – High School Summer Conservatory in LA and NYC
- Penn Engineering Summer Academy
- NYU Summer Programs
- Miami University Summer Scholars Program
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Information
- FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
- The Community Foundation scholarships
- BigFuture scholarship website
- FastWeb scholarship website
- RaiseMe scholarship website
- Scholarships.com website
- Niche scholarship website
- Scholarship Points scholarship website
- QuestBridge Scholars Program
Other College Resources
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High School Forms
- Independent Study Proposal Fall 2020
- Internship Proposal Spring 2020
- Cadet Teaching Application Spring 2020
- Muncie Area Career Center (MACC) Application 2020-2021
- Online Class Request Form
- Flex PE Credit Application
- Indiana Academy Class Request
- Burris High School Early Graduation Forms
- 2020-2021 High School Course Guide
- Dual Credit Online Courses
- Ball State Online Dual Credit Class Registration Forms
- Ball State University On-campus Class Registration Form
- Graduation Pathways Requirements List
- Service, Project, and Work-Based Learning Experience Rubrics for Graduation Pathways Students
- Burris Honors Society Application 2018
- College Visit Form
- List of Tutors in the Community
- List of Counselors in the Community
- 9th Grade Course Selection Forms 2020
- 10th Grade Course Selection Forms 2020
- 11th Grade Course Selection Forms 2020
- 12th Grade Course Selection Forms 2020
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Quick Tips
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PowerPoint – Freshmen Year Tips
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PowerPoint – Sophomore Year Tips
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Coffee With The Counselors
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At October’s parent meeting we introduced the Lilly Comprehensive School Counseling grant that Burris was awarded, and talked about the upcoming changes to graduation requirements starting with the class of 2023.
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In November Steve Gibson, from Project Leadership, came and spoke with Burris parents about the 21st Century Scholars program, Mentorship opportunities, and the college/career-ready toolkit of lessons that Burris adopted this year.
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Depression is a topic that is relevant to us all this time of year. Dr. Caroline Curlin will be presenting about how depression can affect students of any age. Burris parents are invited to come learn more about this topic, and how to share this information with their children.
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On January 22nd, Burris will be welcoming Prosecuting Attorney, Eric Hoffman to speak at Coffee with the Counselor at 2pm in the Burris Library.
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On February 28th at 2pm, Burris Basketball Coach Joseph Anderson and Burris Athletic Director Chad Wlodarek presented about the benefits of students being involved in sports at the Elementary, Middle, and High School levels. Information about NCAA college sports eligibility is available here.
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On Thursday, March 14th at 8am, Burris will be welcoming Dr. Jerrell Cassady to speak to parents about test anxiety and researched methods to relieve academic stress.
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James Hendrix and Waleed Ma’arouf from Ball State’s dual credit office will be presenting about the benefits of taking dual credit classes in high school.
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More Online Resources
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High School
College Prep
- Seniors – fill out your 20-21 Senior Profile!
- Download our 2020-2021 Burris School Profile.
- Watch and listen to our Senior Parent College Information Zoom !
- Or click through the Senior College Information Powerpoint
21st Century Scholar Success Guides
Grade 10 Scholar Success Guide
Grade 11 Scholar Success Guide
Grade 12 Scholar Success Guide
Senior Bulletins
The Senior Bulletin is emailed to students at the beginning of every month. It provides a list of scholarship and financial aid information, with a listing of the school, major, criteria and deadline that relates to the scholarship.
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College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) Code
Burris’ CEEB code is 152470.
This code is frequently requested on college applications and must be provided upon registration for SAT or ACT so that test scores will be sent to Burris.
Transcripts
Burris students can have their high school transcript sent electronically to colleges and universities at no cost through www.Parchment.com
Paper copies of transcripts can still be sent through regular mail at no cost and can be requested through the school counselor or the main office.
