Frequently Asked Questions

1. Will my student’s transcript look different? No

2. Will my student’s diploma look different? No

3. Where is the BRIDGE program? In the science wing of Somers High School

4. When does BRIDGE program meet? In the afternoon classes (periods 4, 5, and 6)

5. How does the internship work? The internship is a 12-week, 160 hour experience, supervised and coordinated with your Somers BRIDGE Program teachers.

6. Is the internship paid? The internship is not paid, however, students earn course credit and resume building in place of monetary compensation.

7. Will you help my student find an internship? We help every student get an internship and we make changes as needed, based on student engagement and satisfaction.

8. Does my student still have to attend class while on internship? We continue to meet to provide job coaching, check-ins, and help with the research paper. However, we use flexible scheduling and to accommodate the scheduling requirements of the internship.

9. Will my student get help with job and college applications? Yes, we help every student with their individual needs for transition out of high school.

10. Will a teacher be available for regular phone conferences, in-person meetings, and email communication? Yes, we offer timely and helpful communication to all families we serve.