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Issue #15
December 15, 2019
Dear LaGuardia Families -
Every seat was empty at the close of tonight's
All-School Musical Cinderella - because
every member of the audience was giving our students a standing ovation! To all the performers in both casts, the musicians in the pit, the skilled technicians and our show's director and crew -
thank you and congratulations! You created holiday magic for all of us and we are appreciative and impressed by your ingenuity, skill and dedication to the show. We wish you now plenty of rest...
This issue of SNN is really, really long. WHY? We have added many, many, many summer programs - many of them completely free!
The catch? You have to apply! Closing dates for applications for a number of
summer programs are January, February and March. These types of programs are opportunities for a learning-filled summer, to try something new and yes, colleges are interested in how you spend your summer months!
Nothing worse than a missed deadline!
Please scroll down for our substantial list!
We also list general internship programs and opportunities -
deadlines for two of them are this week!
With the latest in our
Interview Series, we are delighted to introduce
Fine Arts Assistant Principal Heather O' Connell Polacik. Please read Ron Sklar's interview with her about
"Creating A Safe Place To Nurture Your Art."
The most common challenge seen by Fine Art assistant principal Heather O' Connell Polacik: lack of confidence among student artists. She has solutions, though.
"Students often need support in knowing that either the art they are creating needs work or that there are places they can go with it," she says.
"There is always room for growth without allowing their insecurities to hold them back -- that's where a lot of the work takes place."
Some of the challenges Heather comes across requires an "okay:"
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Junior Drama Parents were finally able to see their students perform their stretch scenes in the Black Box. To
Ms. Cervellino and
Ms. Buffamanti's classes - you have clearly been putting your past two and a half years at LaGuardia to good use - your scenes were impressive and made us laugh and cry! Looking forward to
Mr. Stafford's class next week!
Dance Studio
Families were equally appreciative of their students development (and développés) during their studio "observations" when they
had the opportunity to observe their students during their dance classes!
At last week's
Academic Forum Meeting,
Erlyn Mendez, Coordinator of College Now
at Hunter College and
Molly Hennighausen, Executive Director of the
New York State Summer School of the Arts program (NYSSSA) spoke about Summer Arts and Academic Opportunities. Information about the resources discussed with be shared soon.
LaG Show Choir was on the 50-yard line at the Giants half-time show this afternoon. The Giants started their victory with a touchdown immediately after the choir sang. Coincidence...we think not! Show Choir sang You Will Be Found with the lead from the Broadway cast of Dear Evan Hanson. It was also the send-off game for Eli Manning - so pretty exciting all around. We hope you are having a blast representing our school and are enjoying your Dear Evan Hansen scarves!
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UPCOMING THIS WEEK (AND SOON AFTER...!)
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The Tuesday, December 17th PFLAG Meeting will be held in the Library at 5:00 PM. Representatives from LaGuardia's New York Foundling's Family Mental Health Center
will be speaking (scroll down for their new newsletter!). Since the holidays are still upon us, the conversation will again focus on"Holiday Season stresses and particularly the impact on the LGBTQ+ Community and Allies." Please join us for the presentation and a Q & A Session following the talk.
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WINTER GOSPEL TICKETS ON SALE
Winter Gospel tickets are now available for purchase online for the Wednesday, December 18th Performance at 7:00 PM in the Little Flower Theater! Enjoy an evening of music to inspire us for the holiday season! Tickets will also be available for purchase at the school school, by next Wednesday, December 11th.
Tickets are $20/adult and $15/student.
Online sales will close on December 17th at 9:00 AM. After that, tickets will be available at the door, cash only please.
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DECEMBER RAFFLE EXTRAVAGANZA!
Holiday Gift-giving made easy!
We are selling
raffle tickets
in the lobby at each performance of
Cinderella -- or you can purchase them online!
Winners will be selected on December 19th!
Bid on six different show packages!
Beetlejuice |
Come From Away
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The Inheritance
The Metropolitan Opera |
Feinsteins 54 Below
and Rising Stars
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Good deals for you and LaG receives a percentage of your purchases! We love it! The coupon below is
valid December 13 - 19, 2019!
Fairway is also running a fun promotion on
Instagram -
12 Days of Pie with giveaways every day to promote their new pie recipes!
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Please be in touch with us! What
activities and topics are on your mind? Send us your ideas and comments. Tell us what you want from our PA meetings?
We look forward to
hearing from you -
laguardiahspa@gmail.com
. Also, each Studio sends regular emails to their families. If you are not receiving studio-specific emails, please email as follows -
Warm regards -
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Captured during a visit to the Art Studio on a long Audition weekend...
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Melissa Scott
Co-PA President
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Elisabeth Rucell
Co-PA President
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Upcoming Events -- Calendar Info
Dates and times may be subject to change.
- Monday, December 16th: Conference Day, 800 AM - 2:48 PM (early dismissal for students)
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Tuesday, December 17th: PFLAG Meeting, 5:00 PM, Library
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Wednesday, December 18th
: Gospel Winter Concert, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, LFT
- Saturday, December 21st - Wednesday, January 1st: Winter Break/No School
- Thursday, January 2nd, 2020: School Re-opens
- Friday, January 3rd, 2020: LaGuardia Arts and Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia host a free screening of FAME! LFT (advance registration required)
- Monday, January 6th: Conference Day, 8:00 AM - 2:48 PM (early dismissal for students)
- Monday, January 6th: Musicale #1, 5:30 - 8:30 PM, Concert Hall
- Tuesday, January 7th: Musicale #2, 5:30 - 8:30 PM, Concert Hall
- Wednesday, January 8th: Musicale #3, 5:30 - 8:30 PM, Concert Hall
- Friday, January 10th: The Semi-Annual Art Show, 4:15 - 7:00 PM, Lobby, Mezzanine & Art Gallery
- Friday, January 10th: Semi-Annual Chorus & Orchestra Concert, 7:00 PM, Concert Hall
- Saturday, January 11th: Semi-Annual Chorus & Orchestra Concert, 7:00 PM, Concert Hall
- Tuesday, January 14th: PFLAG Meeting, 5:00 PM, Library
- Thursday, January 16th: 6:00 PM General PA Meeting | 7:00 PM Studio Meetings
- Friday, January 17th: Winter Dance Showcase, 4:30 - 6:30 PM, LFT
- Saturday, January 18th: Winter Dance Showcase, 3:00 - 5:00 PM and 7:00 - 9:00 PM, LFT
- Monday, January 20th: Dr. MLK Jr. Day/No School
- Tuesday, January 21st - Friday, January 24th: Regents Week - Students attend only if taking Regents exams - otherwise no school
- Monday, January 27th: Chancellors Conference Day/No School
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Thursday, January 30th: Rising Stars, 7:00 PM, CH
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Friday, January 31st: Rising Stars, 7:00 PM, CH
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Saturday, February 1st: Rising Stars, 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM, CH
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Sunday, February 2nd: Rising Stars, 2:00 PM, CH
- Monday, February 3rd: Conference Day, 800 AM - 2:48 PM (early dismissal for students)
- Tuesday, February 4th: 6:00 PM Studio Meeting | 7:00 PM General PA Meeting
- Monday, June 15th, 2020: Save the Date - LaG PA Gala!!!!
LaGuardia Location Guide
* CH = Concert Hall
* LFT = Little Flower Theater
* CO = Room 235 - College Office
* CR = Room 205 - Conference Room
* Art Gallery = Room 253
SUBSCRIBE TO THE CALENDAR!
Subscribe
to the
LaGuardia School Calendar
. You can subscribe to the school calendar so that it automatically appears on your phone, device or computer calendar. For instructions,
click here
.
Click here
to view the DOE 2019-2020 School Calendar.
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PLEASE SUPPORT THE LAGUARDIA PA APPEAL!
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WINTER GOSPEL CHORUS!
Wednesday, December 18th, 7:00 PM
Little Flower Theater
Treat yourself to an evening of warmth, rhythm and fantastic singing!
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FREE SCREENING OF FAME!
LaGuardia Arts and Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia
are excited to invite all LaGuardia students to a FREE screening of the 1980
movie FAME in honor if its 40th anniversary
! Recent alumni from 2015 - 2019 are also invited. The movie is rated R, therefore all students MUST submit a permission slip signed by a parent/guardian, and all students must register online at
alumniandfriends.org/fame
by December 20, 2019.
You may pick up a
permission slip in the
attendance office (Room 201) or print out a permission slip and return it to Room 201.
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WINTER MUSICALES 2020
January 6th, 7th and 8th at 5:30 PM
Online ticket sales coming soon!
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SAVE THE DATE!!!
WINTER SEMI-ANNUAL ART SHOW
Opening Night in the Lobby & Mezzanine!
Friday, January 10th, 4:15 to 7:00 PM
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SEMI ANNUAL ORCHESTRA & CHORUS CONCERT
Friday, January 10th & Saturday, January 11th at 7:00 PM
Online ticket sales coming soon!
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RISING STARS 2020 - Ticket Sales opening soon!
5 performances!
Thursday, January 30th thru Sunday, February 2nd
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
The LaGuardia Parents Association is only as good as the people who are involved.
Please join us - we'd love to have you aboard and if you're not sure how to help, please
complete the volunteer form and we'll find a role that matches your skills and availability.
Annual Gala Volunteers Needed!
We need people with experience in MARKETING and also CORPORATE GIVING to help with the Gala. Please contact Wendy Reimer at
wendyreimer3@gmail.com.
Auction Committee Volunteers Needed!
Our
Spring Auction is one of the school's biggest fund-raisers. We need volunteers to lead the drive to solicit items/experiences for donations, organize the items for sale and spearhead the publicity and outreach to all families for contacts they may have for donations such as restaurants, Broadway shows, local retail, vacations homes/trips, spas, signed memorabilia, tutoring services and your other creative ideas!!!
Please email us!
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Pickup & Shipping (in the USA) options available at check-out!
Get your
very own T-shirt at the December 3rd General PA Meeting!
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THE SUGARPLUM SLED
Delivering the holiday visions dancing in the heads of some of NYC's neediest children.
Jump In! Help Out! Ends December 20th!
Nearly 50% of NYC students live in shelters or temporary housing. Please help make the season brighter by delivering one or more of their individually requested wishes.
instagram /twitter
@sugarplumsled
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EVERYTHING COLLEGE
College Nights & Fairs | SAT/ACT Courses
College Applications & Essay Resources
NAVIANCE ACCESS! SECURITY UPDATE!
Naviance is the online system we use to provide students with college planning and career assessment tools. LaGuardia Administration has advised of a new Naviance Security Feature - If a student/parent has a valid email address in Naviance, they will be able to reset their own password. Students/ parents will receive an email with their temporary password to use to log in, and then will be required to reset their password to the new requirements. If a student/parent does not currently have a valid email address in Naviance, as of December 16th they will be able to auto-generate a temporary password.
ESPECIALLY FOR SENIORS!
CONGRATULATIONS!
We hear that 73% of all Seniors have submitted their college applications - what a great feeling! The school guidance office's goal is for all students to have submitted by Friday, December 20th!
PARENT & TEACHER RAVE SHEETS
If you have a Senior Student, remind them to get the Parent Rave Sheet
from their guidance counselor and also ask a couple of teachers to write a Teacher Rave
for them.
COLLEGE APPLICATION WALK-IN WORKSHOP!
Ongoing thru Thursday, December 19th:
All day until 5:00 PM,
Room 235 - come in during lunch!
Whether you need the answer to one question or need someone to sit with you and help you work your way through Naviance, the Common App, or other college applications, the Walk-In Workshop is designed for students to sit at a computer and complete the desired tasks.
Devin McCray from College Confident
is working with students at LaGuardia to assist with financial aid and college financial planning, scholarships, CUNY applications and college questions in
Room 235 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
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Please encourage your student to stop by to schedule a meeting with Devin!
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COLLEGE NIGHTS & FAIRS
FOR SENIORS, JUNIORS (& SOPHOMORES TOO!)
SUNY INFORMATION SESSIONS
Final Session: Wednesday, December 18th, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
SUNY Welcome Center - 33 W. 42nd Street, 18th floor
You and your family are invited to join staff from the SUNY Welcome Center in NYC for a group information session. You will have the opportunity to explore The State University of New York -- the campuses, academic programs, application and admissions process, financial assistance, the Excelsior Scholarship and more!
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COLLEGE CREDIT IN ADVANCE!
FOR SENIORS, JUNIORS (& SOPHOMORES TOO!)
STEM RESEARCH ACADEMY AT NEW YORK CITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
Application Deadline: December 20th
The College Now STEM Research Academy at City Tech is a two-part program designed to provide high school students with an opportunity to develop strong college level research skills by engaging in authentic science inquiry and research activities. Selected students will be enrolled into a free Spring 2020 pre-college research course. Upon successful completion of the spring course, students will have the opportunity to apply for the 2020 STEM Summer Research Internship.
The Summer Program is FREE to students. College Now covers the cost of tuition, books, and supplies. Students who participate will also receive a City Tech College ID card, free lunch, metro card, and stipend upon completion of the summer internship program. For more information and to apply!
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PLANNING TO VISIT COLLEGES?
PRIMARILY FOR
JUNIORS (& SOPHOMORES TOO!)
If your student is not taking a make-up exam during Regents Week (January 21-24th) and Monday, January 27th, Chancellors Day can be a great time to see colleges and BFA programs when they are in session. There is nothing better than seeing a college WITH STUDENTS and you can only tour BFA programs during the week, so January Regents Week is the perfect time to go and airfares are cheap! The next window of opportunity is typically in February break and then April break, both very popular times!
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COLLEGE APPLICATION,
ESSAY RESOURCES & MORE...
National Student Clearinghouse (NSC) Opt Out Letter
Deadline: January 10, 2020
The NSC has data on where students go to college and what types of degrees they receive from more than 3,600 colleges and universities. The NSC uses directory information from the NYC DOE to identify former NYC DOE students and to give information to the NYC DOE about where these students went to college, when they went to college, their graduation dates, and what types of degrees they received. The NYC DOE uses this information from the National Student Clearinghouse to help understand and improve students' college readiness and success.
FAFSA and CSS Profile Applications
These are the two primary financial aid application sites used by colleges and universities.
Available in 10 languages and distributed by the City's Department of Education (DOE) to all public high school seniors (and many juniors) Understanding FAFSA - overseen since its 2012 inception by the Center's Kim Nauer - has become essential, and valuable, reading for thousands of college-bound students.
THE FAFSA HOW-TO GUIDE FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS
What you need to know to fill out the FAFSA -
read online!
For families with current Juniors (and procrastinating Seniors),
click here to view the Common Application 2019-2020 Essay Prompts.
COLLEGE ESSAYS
Sign-up for Story2 to receive free help on your shaping your college essay into stories that convey character and purpose.
This is a great NY Times article about writing your college essay.
FINDING YOUR COLLEGE!
Lists & Surveys
It's important to find the right mix of colleges to which to apply - these lists may help - but as with everything, we recommend using multiple sources to build your student's list.
Georgetown University - Center on Education & the Workforce
Using data from the expanded College Scorecard, this report ranks 4,500 colleges and universities by return on investment.
A First Try at ROI: Ranking 4,500 Colleges
finds that bachelor's degrees from private colleges, on average, have higher ROI than degrees from public colleges 40 years after enrollment. Community colleges and many certificate programs have the highest returns in the short term, 10 years after enrollment, though returns from bachelor's degrees eventually overtake those of most two-year credentials. Read more!
The Washington Post, November 14, 2019
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MENTAL WELLNESS
The holidays are wonderful, but can also be stressful for families - here are helpful coping techniques from The NY Foundling Family Mental Health Center at LaGuardia!
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1. Who are the three Laguardia Alums recently listed in The NY Times Best Performances of 2019?
2. What other LaGuardia alum is in "Dolemite Is My Name?"
3. Which LaGuardia alum wrote the novel "Motherless Brooklyn?"
4. She is one of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's favorite Met Opera stars.
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The winter sports season is in full swing, with LaGuardia runners competing in citywide track meets and both the boys and the girls basketball teams on the hardwood.
We'll have game updates for you next week!
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SUMMER PROGRAMS | INTERNSHIPS | JOBS | INTERESTING OPPORTUNITIES!
Every week during the school year we add to our list of amazing opportunities for your students - arts courses, STEM, portfolio building, community service opportunities - summer, year-round - there's truly something for everyone! We'll highlight the new ones here and then migrate them to the full list on
our website.
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THE NYU TANDON SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING'S ARISE PROGRAM
Application Deadline: Sunday, March 1, 2020
Program Dates: June 29 - August 14, 2020
ARISE is a free 7-week summer research program in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) disciplines.
Selected students will:
- Conduct authentic research while being mentored by a graduate student and/or faculty member in one of 30+ active labs
- Investigate a range of questions in engineering, data science and life science and make practical, substantive contributions to the lab's objectives
- Get an introduction to essential principles that prepare students for college and in-demand careers as well as in areas like scientific ethics, contemporary issues in scientific inquiry, data collection and analysis, research practices, and lab safety
- Receive training in speaking and presentation skills, and guidance on preparing for the college application process
POTENTIAL CANDIDATES ARE -
- New York City residents completing 10th or 11th grade in June 2020
- STEM-passionate, academically engaged, motivated students. Successful applicants do not need to be the "best" students or have the highest grades
- Students who will attend the entire program June 29-August 14, 2020
- Responsible students who fulfill commitments and demonstrate timeliness and persistence.
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YANKEE-STONEWALL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Application Deadline: March 1, 2020
The Department of Education, in partnership with the Stonewall Inn and the New York Yankees, is again offering the Yankee-Stonewall Scholarship. A
$10,000 scholarship will be awarded to five students, one from each borough. A student is eligible for this scholarship if they: - are a current high school senior, - are planning to attend a two-year or four-year college, - are a member of the LGBTQ+ community, or an ally who has contributed significantly to the LGBTQ+ community, and - have a 2.5 GPA or higher.
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THE TISCH SUMMER 2020 HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM
Application Deadline: January 8, 2020
Scholarship Application Deadline: February 6, 2020
Program Dates: Sunday, July 12 - Saturday, August 8, 2020
The Tisch Summer High School Program is tuition-based and culminates in six college credits, open to high school sophomores and juniors from around the world. This program is not a leisure summer camp; it is a commitment of four weeks on campus that encompasses a highly structured class schedule, which include projects, professional training, and collaboration. The classes are based on the Tisch undergraduate curriculum. Students in the Tisch Summer High School Program are expected to complete any coursework and professional training requirements of the artistic track they are enrolled in. Students apply to one of these artistic tracks: Dance, Drama, Production & Design, Dramatic Writing, Filmmaking, Game Design, Photography and Imaging, or Recorded Music.
Learn more about tuition and scholarships. Please call 212.998.1500 or
tisch.special.info@nyu.edu
with any questions.
For more information and application
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ANDOVER'S MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE
FOR MINORITY STUDENTS
Application Deadline: January 3, 2020 - EXTENDED!
For freshmen families only, the Andover School in Massachusetts hosts a FREE residential summer program for African-American, Hispanic/Latinx, and Native American students with demonstrated financial need who are interested in STEM careers, including medicine and technology. The program, called (MS)2, covers all course fees, books, materials, and room and board for a five-week summer program. Accepted students commit to attend for three consecutive summers, during which they receive academic enrichment in STEM subjects, as well as individualized college counseling. For further information and an application,
The 12/15/19 deadline has been extended for LaGuardia students until 1/3/20 so that our students have time to assemble their application materials (including teacher recommendations and transcript). The Andover summer program usually costs $10,000 per summer, so this opportunity has a $30,000 value over the three years. Only freshman are eligible, so this will be the only opportunity for students in the Class of '23 to apply.
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NEW YORK STATE SUMMER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (NYSSSA)
Application Deadline: Open & Ongoing
Program Dates Vary by discipline
Founded in 1970, the New York State Summer School of the Arts (NYSSSA) is a highly-competitive summer arts residential program funded by the New York State Education Department and student tuition. The four week, pre-professional summer curriculum includes individual and group instruction designed to help each student explore and develop their talents in ballet, choral studies, modern dance, visual arts, media arts, orchestral studies, or theatre. Students live in a college dorm and take classes from performing and visual artists for 6-12 hours a day, six days a week in their area of concentration.
For more information about the programs and available scholarships
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THE SUMMER ARTS INSTITUTE (SAI)
Application Deadline: Open & Ongoing
Program Dates Vary by discipline
The Summer Arts Institute (SAI) is a tuition-free, month-long summer arts intensive program, serving NYC public school students entering grades 8 through 12. This public-private partnership, hosted by Frank Sinatra School of the Arts with the support of key arts leaders, including Tony Bennett, was designed to increase access to advanced arts training to prepare students for college and career success in the arts. Now in its 18th year, SAI continues to provide approximately 400 students the opportunity to study dance, theater, vocal music, instrumental music, visual art, or film.
For more information about the program and how to audition.
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WINGSPAN ARTS SUMMER CONSERVATORY
Application Deadline: January 23, 2020
Program Dates July 6 - August 16
The Wingspan Arts Summer Conservatory is a tuition-free, audition-based program for high school students. Offering a true conservatory experience, this program combines both classwork and an in-depth rehearsal process culminating in full-scale theatrical productions.
The Wingspan Ensemble is for incoming 9th-12th grade students invested in broadening their theatrical skillset. Students take a wide variety of specialized classes, focusing on both skills building and exposure to the professional arts world. In production, Wingspan Ensemble students are cast in either a musical or a play. Show selections feature smaller casts, more challenging material, and offer more opportunity for student involvement in the creative process. In past years, the Ensemble has performed shows such as Merrily We Roll Along, Ragtime, Twelfth Night, The Heidi Chronicles and The Laramie Project.
For more information and to apply
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ARTSBRIDGE SUMMER
Application Deadline: February 15, 2020
Program Dates: July 25 - August 8
Since 2010, ArtsBridge Summer has given high school performing artists the tools to perfect their craft and audition approach, guided by top college arts faculty and industry professionals. ArtsBridge Summer programs are designed to hone the skills of students who pursue acting, musical theater, and classical music at the college level and beyond.
ArtsBridge Summer is a two-week program held at the Baldwin Wallace University. Need-based scholarships are available.
For more information and to apply
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THE BROWN SCHOLARS PROGRAM - SUMMER 2020!
Application Deadline: March 23, 2020
Program Dates: 5 days/week, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM for six weeks, July through August
This program is an introduction to programming and is intended for high school girls who have had limited access to coding classes/resources. It is tuition-free thanks to a generous grant from the Helen Gurley Brown Revocable Trust. For more information and to apply.
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LIFEGUARDS WANTED - SUMMER 2020!
Tryouts: December 7, 2019 thru mid-January 2020
Try out now to become an NYC lifeguard for Summer 2020!
NYC Parks is starting the search for new candidates with strong swimming skills to participate in our
free
lifeguard training program
for the upcoming summer season.
Testing locations can be found throughout the five boroughs.
Find a qualifying test location near you.
Please check back periodically as additional dates may be added.
For those who qualify, training begins in January. First-year lifeguards earn a minimum of $15.00 an hour. Most lifeguards work 48 hours each week, for a weekly salary of up to $800.
New York City's 8 beaches are open from Memorial Day weekend through the week after Labor Day, and the 53 outdoor pools are open from late June through the week after Labor Day.
There is no need for an appointment; just be sure to bring a bathing suit, towel and lock for a locker.
If you have any questions, please visit our
Lifeguard Information page
, or email us at
lifeguard@parks.nyc.gov
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DOWNTOWN COMMUNITY TELEVISION CENTER
MEDIA FELLOWSHIPS
Application Deadline: January 3, 2020
Media Fellows:
- Create films that inspire community change
- Receive hands-on media production training
- Network with professional filmmakers
- Earn school/community service credit
For more information and to apply!
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BHS TEEN COUNCIL MUSEUM INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Application Deadline: Open
Event Date: Begins February 4th, Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Teen Council members meet after school in the spring semester to curate history and art exhibitions.
Teens collaborate with peers and mentors, practice new skills, and receive stipends for their participation, C
redit/volunteer hours toward graduation, r
ecommendation letters for college and scholarships and more...
For more information and to apply!
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Film Submission Deadline: December 31, 2019
The 4th Kids Film It Festival will be held February 21, 2020 at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. T
he festival affords kids and young people with the opportunity to showcase their work, and all proceeds go to the Michael J. Fox Foundation to benefit Parkinson's Research.
For more information and to submit your film!
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MANHATTAN COMMUNITY BOARD STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE
Application Deadline: January 21, 2020
Apply for Manhattan Community Board Student Representative! One of the projects the Manhattan Borough President's Office is currently working on is expanding youth involvement in local politics, or more specifically, the borough of Manhattan's community boards. Anyone over the age of 16 is able to apply and join, however, most community boards have not a single youth representative. Have you considered becoming a youth representative? For more information and to apply!
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TISCH SPRING FUTURE ARTISTS PROGRAM
Classes: Saturdays - February thru mid-May
Deadline: Registration currently open
The Spring Future Artists Programs are free of charge and for groups traditionally underrepresented in the media industry. They are designed for students who may not have access to other programs and who would qualify for financial aid at NYU. High school students applying to the Spring Future Artists Programs must submit an NYU Financial Information Form (please review the
Spring Future Artists Admissions Requirements
for details). These programs require a 14-week commitment on Saturdays from early February through mid-May and are taught by faculty from the undergraduate departments. This is a commuter program, not a residency program. To be eligible for this program, you must be a junior in high school or younger and attend a high school in one of the five boroughs of New York City, or (but not limited to) Westchester County, Long Island, New Jersey, parts of Philadelphia and Connecticut.
For more information and to apply
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THE ANGELO DEL TORO PUERTO RICAN/HISPANIC YOUTH LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
Application Deadline: Thursday, December 19, 2019
Event date: January 18 - March 9, 2020
The institute is open to students of Hispanic heritage in grades 10 through 12. The program provides students with the opportunity to learn how a bill is passed in the State Assembly, develop writing skills, learn the art of debating, and build leadership skills. The institute begins on January 18, 2020 and culminates in a weekend trip to Albany for students in grades 11 and 12 March 7-9, 2020. To apply, students must submit a 525-750 word essay online. For more information, please email Lisa Pineda
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THE BROOKLYN DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE INTERNSHIPS
Application Deadline: December 22, 2019
The Brooklyn District Attorney's Office offers high school internships throughout the year. These highly competitive internships offer students a unique opportunity to be part of a district attorney's office. Currently accepting applications for t
he Mid-winter and Spring Break Internship Program. The internship is open to students who live and/or attend high school in Brooklyn and are interested in learning about the different careers and responsibilities within the criminal justice system. More information and application information is available here.
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THE NEW GROUP - SCENE 1
Deadline: January 2, 2020
Event: January 30 - May 28, 2020
Scene 1 is The New Group's innovative theater education program serving NYC public high school students. Prioritizing ensemble building and character development, students learn advanced acting, playwriting, and movement skills with seasoned professionals, including Master Classes with New Group artists. The goals of Scene 1 are to develop students' voices as emerging artists through the creation of original work that connects to their lives, to provide students with courses in acting and writing, and to create an ensemble of young artists who understand what it means to be part of a community. The program meets on Thursdays from 4:00 - 6:00 PM. Interested students and families can learn more and reach out to education@thenewgroup.org with questions or read more online. Contact: Jamie Lazanz: 347.569.4799
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SUMMER STUDY SCHOLARSHIP FROM THE ALUMNI & FRIENDS OF LAGUARDIA
Application Deadline: Wednesday, January 15, 2020
The Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia's
Summer
Study Scholarship application is ready and we'd love as many families as possible to know about our wonderful program. We give out numerous scholarships to Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen with financial need who wish to do artistic
study during the
summer, related to their major. Additional information:
https://alumniandfriends.org/summer-study/
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The YYGS application is now open, and actively recruiting interested students in grades 10 or 11 (or international equivalent) from all around the world. Join us at Yale this summer! Experience life as a university student at Yale's Old Campus while attending an academic session of your choosing. We offer sessions in the humanities, social sciences, STEM, and a new cross-disciplinary track that incorporates all of the above. Here's what you need to know:
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SHIRLEY ELLMAN VANN AWARD FOR FEMALE ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS
Application Deadline: January 15, 2020
Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia is pleased to announce an amazing scholarship opportunity for junior architecture students who identify as female. The Alumni & Friends
Shirley Ellman Vann Award is for a student in her junior or senior year, who is interested in pursuing a career in architecture. The award provides up to $3,000 to students with financial need, to support summer or supplemental study and/or supplies. For more information & application
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INTERNATIONAL CENTER OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Deadline: Registration currently open
Classes begin: January 18th
Since 2001, ICP's Teen Academy program has supported thousands of New York City high school students in using cameras as tools to tell their own stories, build community, and contribute to social change. They are accepting applications for their teen program (HS kids) and have scholarships available. Here's the link to the application
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USDA/1890 NATIONAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarships are awarded annually and must be used at one of the 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities. Each award provides full tuition, as well as room and board, for the term of the scholarship. The scholarship may be renewed each year, contingent upon satisfactory academic performance and normal progress toward the bachelor's degree.
To be eligible for the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program scholarship a student must:
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale)
- Have been accepted for admission or currently attending one of the nineteen 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities.
- Study agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or other related academic disciplines
- Demonstrate leadership and community service
- Submit an official transcript with the school seal and an authorized official's signature
- Submit a signed application (original signature only)
Who Should Apply
The USDA/1890 National Scholars Program is available to
high school seniors entering their freshman year of college and rising college sophomores and juniors.
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CITY YEAR AMERICORPS
3,100+ City Year AmeriCorps members (ages 18-25) serve in 29 cities nationwide. They spend 11 months working full-time in more than 300 schools to give students the extra support they need to graduate, college and career ready.
Complete the form to learn how you can become a mentor and tutor for students with City Year.
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A WESTSIDE EXPERIMENT | YOUNG ACTORS LABORATORY
Dates: July 6-10, 13-18, 2020, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Since 2007, IRT Theater has served the downtown theater community by providing space, support and community for independent artists through its 3B Development Series. An offshoot of IRT's 3B Development Series, the Westside Experiment offers students the skills to create original devised theater in collaboration with a working theater company in residence at IRT.
The progressive Young Actors Laboratory program still covers all the theater essentials, like physical-acting technique, improvisation & script writing, but with a decidedly downtown twist. This years unique summer experience will include a fusion of sign language, spoken word, mime, storytelling, dance and music. This is a great choice for students, hearing, deaf, and hard-of hearing, who are interested in theater but eager to try something more offbeat than, say, Oklahoma.
No prior acting experience necessary. Artists of all disciplines encouraged to apply. Bring an open mind and have it blown away!
For more information, contact IRT:
212.206.6875 or
we@irttheater.org
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Application Deadline: Ongoing
are the place where youth can make change happen in their neighborhood, school, or borough. Councils across the City need high school students to share their stories, passions, and ideas-if you know of any youth who want to make a difference, we need them on a Youth Leadership Council. Youth will have the opportunity to team up with peers from their neighborhood or school and develop the tools and skills to put their ideas into action.
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RESOURCES FOR FINDING UNUSUAL OPPORTUNITIES!
NYPL Grow Up - Dress Up Lending Library
If you are looking to get dressed up for a job interview, wedding, audition, graduation, prom, or other formal event, the
Riverside Library can help.
With our NYPL Grow Up work accessories collection, you can now borrow neckties & bowties, briefcases & handbags! More information available here. You can also learn more about the program in this English flyer or Spanish flyer!
Tech Commons @ New-York Historical
New-York Historical Society's Tech Commons is a state-of-the-art digital media and STEM maker space where teens can work with mentors, meet friends, and create. Whether you're looking to do some research on our tablets, record a podcast or song, 3D print an artifact, design and code a website, or just hang out and explore, the Tech Commons is the place for you.
This dynamic new space is loaded with a full array of digital equipment -- from fun to professional -- to help tomorrow's leaders explore their imaginations and curiosities.
Torus
Use Torus to find the perfect program for your student.
Explore your interests, build your community outside of school and get ahead with after school and summer programs in your area. https://torusteens.com
Joan Mitchell Foundation: NYC Youth Art Program Directory
Browse this
comprehensive directory for a wide-variety of programs in the arts - if it's in one of the five boroughs, most likely you'll find it here!
Parents of NY Teens & Young Adults
This is a place for parents of teens and young adults located in all five boroughs to come together and openly discuss the trials and tribulations of raising teens in this crazy city... where else can a teen travel as far as from Coney Island to the Bronx for only $2.75!
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GENERAL COMMUNITY INFORMATION
In this section we provide links to information that may be of interest to parents and guardians of teens and high school students.
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Chalkbeat - December 2, 2019
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NYC WELL
NYC database of mental health services based on need and insurance. Find services!
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FAIRWAY
With every dollar you and your family members spend,
Fairway Market will donate 3%
or more of your total cash purchases to the LaGuardia PA
. Just ask the cashier to scan your Fairway Market Community Partners card before you pay your bill. If you don't have a card,
please give the cashier the
LAG Fairway #460-000-173-331
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The Answers!!!
1. Who are the three LaGuardia Alums recently listed in The NY Times Best Performances of 2019?
Wesley Snipes PA '80 -"Dolemite Is My Name"
Merritt Wever '98 - "Unbelievable"
Jharrel Jerome '15 - "When They See Us"
2. What other LaGuardia alum is in "Dolemite Is My Name?"
Omar Epps '90
3. Which LaGuardia alum wrote the novel "Motherless Brooklyn?"
Jonathan Lethem '82 (M&A)
4. She is one of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's favorite Met Opera stars.
Isabel Leonard '00
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$432,301 has benefited LaGuardia students so far!
While the LaGuardia Community has made most of these contributions, many have been made by corporate donors, foundations (via matching grants) and unaffiliated individuals inspired by our teachers. When a project is almost fully-funded you will notice individuals from across the country pitching in to finish the project!
AP Physics Projectile Motion
Help
Ms. Sheikh
give her students projectile launchers to visualize two-dimensional motion part of the physics curriculum.
Donate now!
Make Fitness a Lifestyle
$656 to go!!!
Help
Mr. Antao
give his students sports equipment including the Senston 2 player badminton set, Spalding Replica NBA Basketball, Adidas sala Soccer Balls, Champion Sports Rhino hockey stick and Cramer Junior Floor Hockey sets.
Donate now
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Think Pad Would Be an Amazing Resource to Us!
Help
Mr. Fransowie
give his students
a multipurpose laptop that can be utilized in a group setting by students of all different skill levels and learning styles. Donate now!
Help Our Science Students to Learn Through Technology!
$6,248 to go!!!
Help
Ms. Sheikh give her students iPads to access electronic assignments, analyze data from science labs, and stay organized to become successful in their challenging academic classes.
DonorsChoose is a nonprofit organization that allows private individuals to donate to public school classroom projects. LaGuardia teachers post many project requests on DonorsChoose throughout the school year for one simple reason: the NYC Department of Education does not provide many of the materials, technology and other essentials that make LaGuardia great.
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Parents and guardians of NYC public school kids can be eligible for FREE Wi-Fi at home through The New York Public Library's Library HotSpot program, designed for patrons without home internet.
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PA GENERAL & STUDIO MEETINGS 2019-2020
Thursday, January 16th
6:00 PM: General Meeting| 7:00 PM Studio Meetings
Tuesday, February 4th
6:00 PM: Studio Meetings| 7:00 PM General Meeting
General Meeting: Our guest speaker is Michael Terry, college financial advisor
Tuesday, March 3rd
6:00 PM: General Meeting| 7:00 PM Studio Meetings
Tuesday, April 7th
6:00 PM: Studio Meetings| 7:00 PM General Meeting
May - TBD
6:00 PM: General Meeting| 7:00 PM Studio Meetings
Tuesday, June 16th: Elections
6:00 PM: Studio Meetings| 7:00 PM General Meeting
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Read about what our LaGuardia graduates are doing...
And of course, for regular updates about our Alumni, visit Alumni & Friends at:
https://alumniandfriends.org/news/
Anaïs Reno
Nija Okoro
Gene Nazarov
Jasmine Cephas Jones
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