Open House and Information Sessions

This social story is a resource that has been created to provide information on how to access Bard HS Early College Queens. This resource will help you plan your visit in advance and explain how to access the building, what to expect when you enter, and who to ask for assistance.

Attending an open house or tour is not a requirement for admission to BHSEC. Students are not penalized in any way during the admissions process by not attending these events.

At Bard Queens, students can expect the following:

A rigorous, college-focused curriculum that challenges and engages students
A strong focus on transitions from middle school to high school and high school to college
A diverse student body that reflects New York City and includes students of all interests and learning styles
An inclusive and respectful environment for all students
Easy access to guidance counselors, faculty, and academic advisors
One of the city’s most personalized college counseling programs, with an unparalleled placement record
Opportunities for all students to engage in the arts, athletics, and a range of extra-curricular activities
An active and engaged parent body

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Director of Admissions Ari Braverman at [email protected].

Open Houses Fall 2026

We’re excited to offer two Open Houses for interested 8th graders and their families, both from 4:15 – 7:15pm:

Thursday, October 1 – register here
Tuesday, October 6 – register here

We will also be hosting a number of tours this fall, but we strongly recommend that families register for and attend one of our Open Houses. These events will provide a more in-depth look at Bard Queens and will give families an opportunity to meet school administrators in addition to student ambassadors.

The evening will begin with Student Ambassador-led tours from 4:15 – 5pm.

We will then meet in the 8th floor auditorium from 5:15 – 7:15pm to introduce members of our administration and staff who can answer your questions.

If you arrive early, please wait in the atrium downstairs until a Student Ambassador can escort you up to the 6th floor. School dismissal happens at 3:35pm and we want to avoid a traffic jam on the elevators!

Please note: If you arrive at or after 4:45, we will not be able to accommodate you on a tour and will need to direct you to the auditorium.

Open House for Students with Learning Differences

We will also be hosting an Open House specifically for students with learning differences on Thursday, October 8th from 4:30 – 6:30pm.

If you’d like to attend, please register here.

Student Ambassadors will lead tours from 4:30 – 5:15pm.

Everyone will then meet in our Black Box theater from 5:30 – 6:30pm to introduce members of our administration and staff.

If you arrive early, please wait downstairs until a Student Ambassador can bring you up to the 6th floor.

Please note: If you arrive at or after 5pm, we will not be able to accommodate you on a tour and will need to direct you to the Black Box.

Students requiring special education services can expect the following:

Personal attention and small class sizes for all students (typically ranging from 20-24 students)
New ICT classes, an engaging curriculum, and the opportunity to earn college credit
In-house staff knowledgeable with IEPs, SE accommodations, and related services
A dedicated learning specialist who works with students on a range of academic support needs
Additional support for writing and math through staff and peer tutoring
Assistive technology, and help with strengthening academic and social skills

The InsideSchools website also offers a nice article with advice for visiting high schools. Please see Five special education questions to ask on HS tours.

8th Grade Tours

If you can’t make our Open Houses, don’t worry! Our Student Ambassadors will also be leading tours for 8th graders and their families on the following November dates (all from 4 – 5pm):

Wednesday, November 4th
Friday, November 13th
Wednesday, November 18th

You DO NOT need to RSVP for these tours.

Please note: our address is 30-20 Thomson Avenue but the entrance is at the rear of the building (off the parking lot). Bard Queens is on the 6th floor.

Virtual Open House Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iARoCY8Aw4Q

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vm5pt8iTZVw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofivHPvnEec

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GiVgGCRuFyg

https://player.vimeo.com/video/506288143?app_id=122963