Congratulations on your acceptance to Bard High School Early College (BHSEC) Bronx. We are delighted that you will be joining us in the fall. We start each year off with Writing and Thinking Workshops.
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
Please check the Department of Education’s School Calendar for any changes.
Families and middle schools will begin receiving High School Admissions Matches to be determined by the NYC Department of Education. The Office of Student Enrollment will notify families by email that they can log into their child’s MySchools account to view their child’s high school admissions offer. Check your MySchools account or contact your guidance counselor for assistance. You may also visit the NYC Department of Education website for more information.
If you were matched to BHSEC Bronx, but did not receive an email regarding Accepted Students Events by May 4, please contact: [email protected].
Important Dates to REMEMBER
Language Placement Exams sign up by June 23
New Family Orientation — June 27, 2025
Matriculation Forms Due — June 27, 2025
Smart Scholars Program — July 11 to August 1, 2025
Sports Interest Survey Due — August 1, 2025
First Day of School — September 4, 2025
Students should register for the language placement exam, of the language that they would like to take in the fall, either Arabic or Spanish. The exams last 90 minutes and are administered at BHSEC Bronx after school. Registration closes June 23, 2024. Click HERE to register.
The orientation is intended to give new families and new students an opportunity to familiarize themselves with school culture, our facilities and our neighborhood. While parents and guardians engage in discussions about school policies and complete essential paperwork, students will take part in activities designed to foster connections with their peers. Students should come in comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes. Weather permitting, students will be escorted to Crotona Park. This event is a valuable opportunity for everyone to start building a sense of community and belonging. Click HERE to register.
Due to construction at BHSEC, the Summer Scholars program will be held at Careers in Sports High School – 730 Concourse Village W, Bronx, NY 10451
The Summer Scholars Program is a summer enrichment program for incoming 9th graders. During this three-week long program, students will take engaging and fun academic courses, participate in community bonding activities each day and attend Peer Mentor-led advisory sessions. Space is limited and registration is required. More information can be found on the registration page. Click Here to register.
All incoming 9th graders are required to read Down These Mean Streets by Piri Thomas (book distribution will be during orientation on June 27, 2025).
Bard High School Early College Bronx has a shared athletic program with nearby schools. Fall: Boys Varsity Soccer and Girls Varsity Volleyball. Winter: Boys Varsity Basketball Spring: Boys Varsity Baseball, Girls Varsity Softball, Girls Varsity Badminton
In addition to the Public Schools Athletic League team sports we also offer club sports such as, Girls Basketball, Co-ed track and cross country, weightlifting and esports.
High school is a perfect time for you to join a sport. Please complete our Sports Interest Form HERE
Some of these forms are online surveys and others need to be printed out. Please complete the forms and bring to the New Family Orientation on June 27, 2025. If you are not attending, please contact [email protected].
Federal Parent/Guardian Student Ethnic Identity Form
Child & Adolescent Health Examination Form
Bard College Media Release Form
Bard College First Generation Survey
Family Opt-In to Bard Early College Network Communications
In order to participate in these sports or any PSAL activity, there has to be proper clearance. In order to be properly cleared, the following documents must be filled out PRIOR to participating in said athletic events (that includes practicing).
In addition, this is an informational form regarding Concussions. Please review this and be aware of Concussion symptoms. This will also be given to athletes during the year.
