Weekly Update

February 27, 2026

Principal's Message

Course Registration for 2026-2027

Underclassmen are meeting with their counselors over the next few weeks to review their course selections for the 2026-2027 school year.

Consider selecting a Career Concentration to start building your future now. And it's a fast track to kick start your course selections.

Here are our options for 26-27:

3D Design & Production
Business
Computer Science
Engineering & Robotics
Media & Content Creation
Music
Visual Arts

Enrollment is now open in PowerSchool. We encourage students to sign up early and begin shaping a high school experience that reflects their interests and strengths.

Why enroll?

Priority course selection
Deeper, career-connected learning experiences
Portfolio and capstone opportunities
Clear alignment to future goals

From the website, click Forms on the left side menu. From the app, select More and then Student Forms. Under BRHS Forms, click Career Concentration Selection.

Class of 2026 Commencement

Attention Seniors! Graduation is upon us. Please see the following message which requires your response by March 11th >> Click to view.

Congratulations to our February Students of the Month

The Student of the Month program is designed so that all students are eligible and any student can receive the award. This award is intended to acknowledge outstanding accomplishments, character, and leadership that often accompany academic achievement.

Students are nominated by BRHS Faculty and have demonstrated they value their education by exhibiting academic enthusiasm, collaboration, and curiosity. They have shown overall excellence or distinctive improvement as a BRHS student, including admirable behavior in and out of the classroom. Above all, they have reflected the We Are BR virtues: Respectfulness, Kindness, and Responsibility.

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Around Campus

Pre-College Scholarship

The School of Visual Arts in New York City has graciously offered BRHS two full tuition scholarships for their Summer 2026 Pre-College programs!

Each scholarship covers full tuition and NYC housing ($5,350) for one course (list of course offerings here). Students will only be responsible for their meals and transportation. The Summer 2026 Pre-College program will take place from July 13-31.

Blood Drive at BRHS

You can save a life! Register to donate blood here at BRHS with your classmates on Tuesday, March 3rd in the BRHS Library.

Donors can pick the time of their donation, will be excused from class, and receive a $15 Amazon gift card.

See the flyer below to register.

Junior Cruise 2027!

On Thursday, May 29th, the Class of 2027 is taking over the Hudson for a night you won’t forget!

Dress up, bring your energy, and get ready for great food, two live DJs, nonstop dancing, and incredible photo ops all night long sailing past iconic NYC sights like the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center, and the glowing Manhattan skyline.

💲 Pre-Sale Tickets are $110 — February 27th through March 8th.

💲 Regular Price Tickets are $125 — on sale March 9th through March 13th.

Be sure to check Google Classroom or your email for all the important details. Make sure you’re there — it’s going to be a great night with the Class of 2027.

BRTV is the official television studio for BRHS, producing programs every day in our school's television studio.

We stream programs live on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

* What's Up Wednesday - A recap of the BRHS Poetry Out Loud competition. The winner from the BRHS competition, Noelle Sapp, placed in the Top 2 at the Regional Poetry Out Loud competition. Noelle will compete next Tuesday (3/3) in the State Finals for Poetry Out Loud at the Count Basie Center of the Arts in Red Bank. Noelle is one of two students from BRHS to ever move on to the State Finals.

* Panther PowerPlays - Interviews with members of the BRHS Boys Swim Team. The team's final record was 12-0 and they are currently ranked #1 in NJ. The boys were crowned Somerset County, Skyland Conference, North 2 Public A, and Public A State Champions. 9 team members will compete at the Meet of Champions from 2/28 - 3/1. Best of luck to the team with the rest of their season!! We are BR!!

* BRHS News - Athletes of the Week and a Classroom Insider on Exercise Physiology. The overall message that is delivered throughout the class is how to start or continue a healthy lifestyle. Part of the curriculum is to take field trips to local gyms to work out. If you would like to learn more about Exercise Physiology or register for the class for next year please contact Ms. Bonnet or your guidance counselor.

The 2026 Yearbook

Only about half of the members of the senior class have ordered their yearbooks. If you don't order yours soon, you WILL miss out. We have also expanded the Angel Yearbook program so you do not have to donate an entire yearbook. You can just donate towards a yearbook for a student in need as much as you can afford. Be sure to help out a senior who otherwise will not be able to have a yearbook.

Order your copy today at: www.yearbookforever.com

Student Club and Activity Calendar

Looking for a club to join? A bake sale? Do you know when the next play is? Want some excitement during Unit Lunch?

A calendar of events can be found on the high school website under Student Resources -> Clubs and Activities.

Join us March 13th 6-10 pm in the small gym, for a community line dancing fundraiser.

Grab your boots or sneakers and hit the dance floor. Proceeds help to fund the Unified Prom!

The Class of 2026 Fundraiser is extended for another week.

Show Your BR Pride! BR car magnets are on sale for one more week! Perfect for cars or fridges. Grab one to support the Class of 2026 and rep BR wherever you go. Buy yours today on GoFan!

Office of College & Career Counseling

Mrs. Jessica Kaiser, College & Career Counselor

Email: JKaiser@brrsd.k12.nj.us

Phone: 908-231-8660 x477220

Book Appointment (for students only):

https://jkaiser-3.youcanbook.me/

Upcoming Presentations and Events

RVCC Transition to College Event

Raritan Valley Community College’s Center for Accessibility and Inclusive Education (CAIE) warmly invites your school to participate in our upcoming Transition to College event. Click the flyer below for more information.

Tuesday, March 10, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Raritan Valley Community College

Registration Link: RVCC Transition Program Registration

The Senior College Prep Program

When: Mar 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM (Virtual Presentation)

This presentation will cover the financial aid process and the important items to consider before High School Seniors attend their Freshman year of college.

Click the flyer below for more information.

Athletes of the Week

BRHS Parent Organizations

Education Foundation

BRHS Volleyball Tournament

The Education Foundation of Bridgewater-Raritan is sponsoring a Volleyball Tournament. The Education Foundation is proud to support creative and innovative programs that enrich and expand the learning experiences of our children.

To learn more about the foundation, please click here.

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