Student Support Services
The Bound Brook School District has taken a proactive approach to prioritize the well-being of all students and staff.
The Guidance Department at the Bound Brook School District is the focal point of the school community, serving students, parents, teachers and administration. Students may access services in the guidance office by making appointments with the counselors assigned to them. Counselors are available to assist and advise students about personal problems, academic problems, career choices, course selections, college choices and scholarship applications. The guidance department also assists in student orientation information services and standardized testing. The guidance office is open during regular school hours and throughout the summer.
Financial Aid
Bound Brook High School offered a Financial Aid Presentation on October 19, 2023. Here is the presentation: 24-25 NJ HS Final (DS) 9_21_2023. In addition, BBHS offers a Financial Aid Workshop on the morning of January 20, 2024 (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.) to all high school seniors and their parents/guardians. Please register by emailing Mrs. Colon (dcolon@bbrook.k12.nj.us). These events will inform on all aid options available for college including the FAFSA. In addition, below about resources for those that want to get started early.
What is the FAFSA®?
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) is an online form that must be submitted annually by current and prospective college students (undergraduate and graduate) in the United States to determine their eligibility for federal student financial aid.
Why do I need to file a FAFSA®?
The U.S. Department of Education uses the information provided on your FAFSA® to determine your eligibility for aid from federal student financial assistance programs. New Jersey uses the FAFSA® to determine your state grant and scholarship eligibility. Colleges and Universities may also use the FAFSA® data to award their own aid.
What you will need to start your FAFSA®:
- FSA ID (https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa) for Parents and Students
- 2022 Tax Returns for Parent and Student
- Social Security Numbers for Parent and Student
- Other Income Information
- State Issued Driver’s License
- Documentation as U.S. Permanent Residents or Eligible Citizens
Helpful Resources
| Create FSA ID User Name and Password Video | YouTube Video |
| Troubleshoot FSA ID Account Video | YouTube Video |
| Steps on how to apply for federal and state aid | View/Download YouTube Video |
| Steps on how to apply for the New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application | YouTube Video (English) YouTube Video (Spanish) |
| HESAA Publications | View/Download |
| FAFSA® Completion Instructions | FAFSA FAQ’s |
| Avoid Common FAFSA® Mistakes | View/Download(PDF) |
What is Naviance
Naviance is a college and career readiness solution that helps districts and schools align student strengths and interests to postsecondary goals, improving students outcomes and connecting learning to life. Connecting students’ interests to their potential career paths early ensures active participation in their own academic success and opens their eyes to the wide world of career opportunities. The career planning tools in Naviance allow students to understand how their strengths, goals, skills, and interests can lead to exciting careers. Sign in to Naviance.
2025 NJSLA Schedule
The 2025 New Jersey Student Learning Assessment (NJSLA) will be administered to students in grades 3-9 and 11. The assessments will cover English/LanguageArts (ELA), Math, and Science. Please refer to the attachment below for the full schedule and testing dates for your child’s school and grade level.
Contacts
School Counselors
BBHS
Nicholas Moran
Caseload: Class of 2025
Bound Brook High School
732-652-7950 Ext. 3586
nmoran@bbrook.k12.nj.us
Alejandro Rios
Caseload: Class of 2026
Bound Brook High School
732-652-7950 Ext. 3567
arios@bbrook.k12.nj.us
Courtney Baines
Caseload: Class of 2027
Bound Brook High School
732-652-7955 Ext. 3955
cbaines@bbrook.k12.nj.us
Esther Quezada
Caseload: Class of 2028
Bound Brook High School
732-652-7955 Ext. 3568
equezada@bbrook.k12.nj.us
Deborah Paulsen
Student Assistance Counselor
732-652-7950 Ext. 3980
dpaulsen@bbrook.k12.nj.us
Licensed Clinical Social Workers
Julia Buccini
LCSW Bound Brook High School
732-652-7936 Ext. 6991
jbuccini@bbrook.k12.nj.us
District Staff
William David Ross
Director of Data, Planning, Research and Evaluation
732-652-7956 Ext. 3962
wross@bbrook.k12.nj.us
Emily Ianniello
Supervisor of Guidance
732-652-7976
eianniello@bbrook.k12.nj.us
Damaris Colon
Secretary to Director of Data, Planning, Research and Evaluation
732-652-7956 Ext. 3956
dcolon@bbrook.k12.nj.us