New Student Registration Process and Forms
WELCOME!
To begin the process we ask that you fill out the pre-registration forms below and return them to us by mail, fax (978-264-3346) or in person. After receiving them, we will contact you to make an appointment to meet with a counselor.
- Pre-Registration Form
- Personal Data Sheet
- Release of Records Form
- Race, Low Income & Immigrant Status Form
- Home Language Survey Form/Admission Form
For your registration appointment please bring copies of the following student documents - one each per child.
- Copy of birth certificate OR passport
- Copy of current immunization record and physical examination (within the last year) Local Health Services available if needed
- Copies any previous school records
- Copies of report cards or transcripts
- Any current IEP or 504 Documentation
- MCAS Scores if moving from within the state of MA
Proof of residency in Acton or Boxborough - at least one of the following:
- Copy of Purchase and Sale
- Copy of Lease Agreement
- Copy of Occupancy Permit
- Copy of Utility Bill—not telephone
Registration Meeting Format:
The Registration Meeting with the Counselor will last approximately 40 minutes. Also, families and students should plan on allowing at least 2 hours following the registration meeting for the Math, English, and World Language placement exams. At the Registration Meeting the following will occur:
Staff member reviews Proof of Residency and enters Demographic Information.
Counselor gives an overview of the school including:
- Graduation Requirements
- Typical Day at ABRHS
- Clubs and Activities
- Class and Homework Expectations
- Tour of School by an Ambassador, if time allows
- Student Handbook, Program of Studies, Preliminary Course Selection
- Question and Answers
Counselor gives an overview of electronic resources including:
- Bus Routes drop off and pick up
- ABRHS Website - Teacher websites, calendar, etc.
- Free and reduced lunch application
Student takes the necessary placement exams and completes World Language Department Placement Questionnaire. Final course selection will be contingent on placement exam results.
If you have any questions about any of these documents or if there are any extenuating circumstances regarding any of these documents, please contact our Counseling Department Secretary, at 978 264-4700 x 3430 so we may assist you.