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Catch up on the latest School News!

List of 20 news stories.

  • The Marshmallow Challenge

    Mrs. Schonbeck's Geometry classes kicked off the year with a Build It! -The Marshmallow Challenge in the Smith Engineering Lab.
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  • Willa Seo, Class of '26 receives National Visions Award

    Congratulations to Willa Seo, Class of '26

    In June, Willa Seo traveled to Carnegie Hall in New York City to receive national recognition as an American Visions Award recipient for visual art.
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  • Find BBA Photos on Vidigami

    Vidigami is a password protected website where you can find BBA photos. Check your email for your invitation to create a Vidigami account. 
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  • Student Picture Day

    School photo day will be held on Wednesday, August 27th, in the E.H. Henry Gymnasium.
     
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  • Fall Play Auditions, August 26th at 3:00 PM

    Auditions for Fall Play "The Outsiders" August 26 at 3:00 PM in the Riley Center
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  • New Parent and Guardian Fair, Tuesday, August 26

    Calling all new and current BBA parents! Do you have questions? We've got answers! Join us for the New Parent/Guardian Fair on Tuesday, August 26, from 4:30 to 5:45 PM in the Rowland Student Center. If you're a parent of a 9th grader, please stick around and join us after the Fair at 5:45 in Founders Hall for a brief welcome meeting.
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  • Thank You, Local Scholarship Sponsors!

    Burr and Burton Academy leadership and the Class of 2025 would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the families, friends, organizations, and businesses listed below for the numerous scholarships offered to this year's graduating class. Some of the scholarships honor individuals whose lives have been inspiring, some recognize those whose lives were cut short, and some are from generous corporate and service organizations. All of these scholarships recognize the importance of education and the role that these graduates will play in the future of BBA, this community, this nation, and the world.
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  • Headmaster's List 2024-25

    Congratulations to all students who made the 2024-25 Headmaster's List! Go, Bulldogs!
  • A Letter from the New Director of the Student Success Program

    Dear Students, Families, Colleagues, and Community Partners:
     
    I hope this message finds you well. I write today with gratitude, excitement, and deep respect for the legacy and future of the Student Success Program at Burr and Burton Academy.
     
    As you may know, I have recently been appointed Director of the Student Success Program, succeeding Jason Pergament, whose vision and leadership over the past 13 years have built a program that has touched and transformed countless lives. It is both a privilege and a deeply personal honor to step into this role.
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  • BBA Summer Reading!

    Summer is a fantastic time for reading! Everyone in grades 9 - 12 will pick one book from the Summer Reading List to read over the summer. When we return in the fall, we will meet in groups to discuss the books. Once you've picked your book, sign up for your book group on this form.
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  • Host an International Student!

    Parents, we are writing to invite you to open your hearts and homes to a unique and enriching opportunity to host a 2025-2026 international student attending Burr and Burton Academy (BBA). For over 30 years, our community has welcomed students from across the globe, and the experience continues to be a source of growth, learning, and lasting friendships for both students and host families alike.
     
     
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  • The 2025-26 Performing Arts Line-up Has Been Announced!

    The Outsiders and Hair? We have an exciting 2025-26 season lined up! Students, check your email for more on auditioning for these spectacular shows.
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  • Travel to Spain during the April break 2026!

    Travel to Spain during the April break 2026! We will visit Madrid, Córdoba, and Seville. The trip's primary purpose is to help you develop travel skills and spark curiosity about another culture. If interested, come to an informational Zoom meeting on May 28th at 6:30 p.m. (Please RSVP HERE. This trip is open to all students—don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
  • Congratulations to the 2024-25 Academic Department Award Winners!

    This week, Burr and Burton celebrated outstanding engagement and achievement at the 2024-25 Academic Department Awards Ceremony. Read on for a complete list of awards and award recipients. Go Bulldogs!
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  • BBA Film Festival

    Burr and Burton Academy’s Media Arts Department is proud to present its inaugural student film festival on Friday, May 31, 2025, at 6:30 PM in the Riley Center for the Arts. Student films will compete for prizes across multiple film categories, including commercials, sports films, narratives, experimental films, and documentaries. Prizes are voted on in advance, but attendees of the show will have the chance to vote for their favorite film for an audience award!
     
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  • Annual Lead Testing Notification

    Dear Parents, Guardians and our Staff: All Vermont schools and child care providers are required to test for lead in drinking water and fix any issues when lead is found above an established action level. The intent of the law is to protect children, students, and staff from lead in these settings.
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  • A Beautiful Day for 10th Grade Service!

    Yesterday, Burr and Burton 10th Graders stepped out of the classroom and into the community for a full day of hands-on service. From trail work in the mountains to planting trees and prepping gardens, students had the opportunity to work in the community on meaningful projects. Groups of students hiked into the Bromley Shelter on the Long Trail to repair its deck, moved mulch and cleaned up garden beds at the Manchester Community Garden, and helped plant trees around the pond at Smokey House in Danby in partnership with the Poultney Mettowee Natural Resources Conservation District.
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  • Join us for the Spring Showcase Thursday, May 29!

    The Burr and Burton Academy Performing Arts Department is proud to present its Spring Showcase of Dance, Drama, and Film on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 6:30 PM in the Riley Center for the Arts.
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  • Happy Fri-yay, It's Earth Day!

    By Madi King '26

    Tomorrow, May 2nd is BBA’s Earth Day celebration! The Environmental Club is hosting an array of activities around town and on campus to celebrate the world around us. Join in on the fun by getting your hands dirty and learning about nature.  Read on for the full list of activities!

     
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  • Annual Radon Testing Notification

    Dear BBA Families:

    In 2021, the Vermont legislature passed a law requiring all schools to test for radon (see Section 12 of Act 72 2021)).
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