School News

List of 20 news stories.

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  Alumni Interview: Five Things That Matter with Mark Slade '02

  6/1/2023
  Mark Slade ’02 always knew that the Northshire would be his home. Despite being drawn to travel and adventure, Mark never questioned whether or not he would make Manchester the place he chose to live, work, and raise his family. Mark’s mother, Bonnie Baird Oulette Slade is a 1967 graduate of Burr and Burton, and Mark married his high school sweetheart, Kate (Coniglio) Slade ’02. You might say that Burr and Burton runs through Mark’s veins, as he and Kate have four children, and their oldest is currently a ninth-grader at Burr and Burton. 
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  Jamie Knafel Awarded State Honor in World of 8 Billion International Student Film Competition.

  5/11/2023
  BBA Cinema student Jamie Knafel was awarded a state honor in The World of 8 Billion, an international student film competition. Jamie’s public service announcement features the voice talents of drama student Karina Matiku and original music by Lucas Arrington.
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  Pick up some Bulldog gear on May 18th!

  5/11/2023
  Join us on the Advancement office porch for an end-of-year School Store Pop-up! On Thursday, May 18th from 12:00 to 5:00PM stop by to purchase BBA hats, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and more.
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  BBA to Host Screening of Oliver Stone Documentary: Nuclear Now

  5/9/2023
  With special thanks to Abramorama, the Burr & Burton Academy Cinematography Program and Film Club are pleased to present a screening event of Oliver Stone’s new documentary Nuclear Now at Burr & Burton Academy’s Riley Center for Performing Arts tomorrow, May 12, 2023 from 6:00-7:50 PM with a live video chat with Director/Co-Writer, Oliver Stone and Co-Writer Joshua S. Goldstein  immediately following the film. All proceeds benefit the Burr & Burton Cinematography Program and Film Club. Tickets are available at bbatickets.com
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  Get your tickets for the Spring Dance, Drama and Film Showcase

  5/9/2023
  On Thursday, May 18th at 6:30pm, students from the Burr and Burton Academy will present their Spring Showcase: Dance, Drama & Film in the Riley Center for the Arts. With short films, original dramatic and comedic theatrical pieces together with a variety of highly energetic production numbers there is something for everyone.
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  Hands-on Ecology in Costa Rica

  4/27/2023
  Over spring break, the science department offered its first ever ecology trip to Costa Rica. The science department has not been able to have an ecology-focused trip for more than six years, so the students who went were in for a real treat! 

  
  

  The trip started off in Pacuare, Costa Rica, where students stayed at a scientific research base called the Pacuare Reserve. The students slept in cabins with no electricity, completely immersed in Costa Rica’s environment. Over the next three days they had one important job: protect the turtles. 
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  The One-Act Festival is Wednesday!

  4/27/2023
  Burr and Burton’s student-run production company, The Rep, is excited to present an

  electrifying evening of theater with the Spring One Act Festival on Wednesday, May 3rd at

  6:30pm at the Riley Center for the Arts.
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  BBA Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Title IX

  3/31/2023
  Throughout the fall and beginning of this winter, Burr and Burton’s Student-Athlete Leadership Team completed a Title IX audit of the school. The question that we were trying to answer was, are we in compliance with Title IX and doing enough to promote equal access? Here’s what we found.
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  Girls Ultimate Makes BBA History

  3/31/2023
  Spring is here! The sun is shining, the flowers are budding, and new spring sports are emerging. The Ultimate team (originally known as Ultimate Frisbee) has finally split from a co-ed team to a girls and boys varsity team. The head coach of the girls Ultimate team, Nixi Cura, is so excited for this new chapter.
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  Join us for the Lu French Observatory Dedication

  3/16/2023
  Please join us for the dedication of the newly named Lu French Observatory. Guests will gather on campus between the observatory and the Benjamin Beers Maintenance Shop parking lot on Monday, March 20, 2023 at 7:00 pm.
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  The Future of Unified Skating

  3/16/2023
  Recently BBA students teamed up for a partner and skaters event off campus at Riley Rink. Members from the boys and girls hockey team paired up with students for a day of skating. Many of these skaters are part of Unified sports at BBA.  Unified sports joins students with or without disabilities on the same team. 
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  Behind the Scenes of A Funny Thing with Shae Muchler '23

  3/9/2023
  A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum is nearly here! Shae Muchler ‘23, this year's production stage manager, draws back the curtains and lets us take a peek behind the scenes of this year's spring musical.
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  Mountain Campus Tour - Next Thursday!

  3/9/2023
  Change (y)our world: Interested in a semester of science, literature, and adventure in Vermont's Green Mountains? Join the team up on the mountain for a tour of BBA's incredible Mountain Campus.  Learn more about our signature academic semester program where you can earn four credits having the experience of your life.
  
  
  The bus leaves Burr and Burton at 12:30 next Thursday. Don't miss it!
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  Alumni Interview: Five Things That Matter with Meg Chandler '13

  3/1/2023
  Work in international development felt as natural to Meg Chandler ’13 as going to work for the family business. Born in Bangkok, and spending her early years in Burma, Meg and her brother James ’10 moved with their family to Dorset in 1999. After watching her parents dedicate their careers to international service, Meg said she always knew that she would spend her career in a similar way. 
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  Important Spring Sports Dates and Deadlines

  3/1/2023
  It is time to launch our Spring Sports. Our Mandatory Parent/Guardian and Athlete meeting is on Sunday, March 12, at 6pm in the gym. Co-Curricular Rules Forms are now available for the Spring Season through OnCampus. Continue reading for  important dates, coaches’ contact information, and a checklist to ensure eligibility on day one.
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  March 3rd Parent Association Meeting - Student Leadership Opportunities

  3/1/2023
  Join BBA Athletic Director Dave Miceli at the Parent Association meeting on Friday, March 3 at 8:30 a.m. in The Belltower Room of Founders Hall.
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  School Counseling Corner

  3/1/2023
  Inside this School Counseling section you will find valuable information for each grade level including: Course Scheduling for 2023-2024, a staffing update, College Admission, Financial Aid, Scholarships, SATs and ACTs, and summer academic and workshop opportunities for all grades.
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  Support the Plunge!

  3/1/2023
  BBA is once again helping Special Olympics Vermont raise money thru the Penguin Plunge. The event will be held on Saturday, March 11th at 11am at the Manchester Rec Park in the AppleJack Parking lot.
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  Tickets to the Musical Going Fast!

  3/1/2023
  The reviews are in and it's a HIT!! Audiences are raving about BBA's “A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum”. Tickets are going fast but some seats are still available. Remaining performances are tonight, March 17 and 18 at 6:30 pm in the Riley Center for the Arts at Burr and Burton Academy. Get your tickets today!
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  Calliope Concert Tomorrow!

  2/2/2023
  The Calliope Concert will be Friday, February 10, 2023 6:30 p.m. Riley Center. We are looking forward to this student-led talent show!