Guidance News

Reminder that Mr. Hamilton is available to all students and families three days weekly, including some evening hours. Schedule a meeting HERE.

• Foxboro Town Scholarships applications are due Monday, February 9th. Find the tutorial on how to locate scholarships and apply for them HERE.

• On Thursday, February 12, please join us for an important night of presentations:

  • Rising 9th Grade Program of Studies Overview - 6:00pm in FHS room 122

  • AP Potential Night - 6:00pm in FHS Media Center

  • Rising 10th-12th Grade Program of Studies Overview - 6:45pm in FHS Media Center

• College Panel Night, Wednesday, March 11: Our annual College Panel Night for juniors/sophomores and families will be held on March 11 in the FHS Media Center from 6-8pm. Admission Reps from Boston College, Bridgewater State University, UMass Amherst, and Massasoit Community College will share college planning and application information and answer questions. Guidance staff will also present an overview of the college planning process and timelines, and two of our seniors will share their experiences. 

• Boys and Girls State Program (American Legion Post #93): For more than six decades, the American Legion has been sponsoring the Boys and Girls State program to help foster an appreciation of the American system of government. The program is open to juniors who exhibit leadership, character, scholarship, loyalty and service and will be held on the campus of Stonehill College from June 13 through June 19. Students will meet peers from across the state, have the opportunity to run for office, participate in debates, hear from local and state leaders, attend a college fair and enjoy social activities.

  • An Informational Session will be held in Guidance on March 3 from 1:30-2:30 to provide an overview and answer questions. Local Legion reps and students who participated this past year will be present at the session. This is a tremendous opportunity for students interested in Government, History, Political Science and Psychology and in developing leadership skills, confidence and who would like to experience college life all with zero cost to families. (The American Legion Post #93 and local benefactors cover all expenses). Please contact Mr. Hamilton in Guidance to sign up for the Intro Session or Mr. Bill Buckley, from the Legion, for any program-related questions at 508-543-3939 or billbuckleyjr@gmail.com

• Youth Connections is an education, jobs and training program for young adults ages 17-24. They assist students who are interested in a career in the trades or who are undecided about a career choice to find a pathway to success. They will be offering paid internships to explore the trades during both the April school vacation and the summer. Two of our recent graduates attained union jobs through this program. We will share more specific information as it becomes available. Contact Pam Butanowicz at Youth Connections/Mass Hire 508-641-1315 or Mr. Hamilton in Guidance if interested. 

• Rotary Youth Leadership Conference
  May 15-17, Boxford MA

  This program is designed to give young women and men a fun and enriching experience to help develop character and leadership potential. Selected students will experience exciting guest speakers, leadership exercises, and challenging outdoor mental and physical activities at Camp Rotary. Come join fellow sophomores and juniors for a great weekend. The program includes transportation, food, and lodging, and there is no cost to attend. The Rotary Club of Foxborough will be conducting interviews & awarding full scholarships and encourages students to apply by May 1, 2026. For more information and to apply, contact lew.gordon77@gmail.com or call 401-447-0619