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Williamsburg High School for Architecture and Design

Redefining Career & Technical Education in New York City Since 2009

Our Mission: Located in one of New York City's premier neighborhoods along the Brooklyn waterfront, Williamsburg High School for Architecture and Design (WHSAD for short) offers students a unique and engaging four-year course sequence with a focus on architectural drafting, design principles, and historic preservation. Our inter-disciplinary and hands-on approach to architecture, design, and the visual arts integrates internship experiences and skills training throughout core academic content areas. WHSAD students can earn a Career & Technical Education (CTE) endorsed diploma in Architectural Drafting & Design and college credit(s) upon graduation from our program.

All of our students are given the opportunity to participate in paid internships with industry partners. Please take a moment to review the following posts to learn more about our program.  

Interested in Joining Us at WHSAD?

2020 Open House Materials for Prospective Students

WHSAD staff is looking for the future designers and builders of our great cities, and we welcome all who are interested in joining our school community.  To help you decide whether WHSAD is the right fit for you, we are posting the entirety of our recruitment packet here. We hope you consider WHSAD as one of your … [Click Here for More Information About WHSAD]

Click here to view dates & register for one of our open house events.

Click here to view recordings of previous open house sessions (or follow this link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd9KZnpWXyam6uSHO0BaJkrSkfFoKBXT).

CLICK BELOW TO TAKE A SELF-GUIDED VIRTUAL TOUR OF WHSAD

Click here to view the full screen version of our SELF-GUIDED virtual tour of WHSAD.
Click here to view the full screen version of our GUIDED virtual tour of WHSAD.

CLICK VIDEO BELOW TO WATCH OUR 12 minute 2020/2021 Recruitment Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obVRV9c_lkg&ab_channel=WHSADTV-NewsandVideos

CLICK VIDEO BELOW TO WATCH OUR BLUE RIBBON AWARD CELEBRATION

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTzdzopafSc&ab_channel=WHSADTV-NewsandVideos

THE COLUMN – OUR STUDENT NEWSPAPER

WHSAD and Robert A.M. Stern Architects Pre-Mentorship Program-Sessions 1 and 2

This year WHSAD students have had the opportunity to participate in RAMSA’s pre-mentorship program. RAMSA, which stands for Robert A.M.Stern Architects, is a 265 person firm that consists of architects, interior designers, and landscape architects. … [Read More...]

Junior, Lawrence Pierre, Designs Mini-Golf Hole Focused on Climate Change

WHSAD has partnered with Two Trees, a realtor and management company in Brooklyn, to help design a temporary mini golf course as well as an urban farm just north of Williamsburg's Domino Park at North 1st St & the East River. WHSAD, however, … [Read More...]

Whitney Museum Arts Education at WHSAD

On Tuesday, March 16th, the Whitney Museum had a digital collaboration with WHSAD to present and analyze art work with the students. This interactive event made a lasting impression on students by providing the opportunity for stimulating and … [Read More...]

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MEET OUR STUDENTS

Sonia Gonzalez, Senior in WHSAD’s Work, Learn, Grow Makerspace Program

1. What have you learned so far in your work in the Makerspace?  In the Makerspace so far I’ve learned how to speak up more. I’ve been able to work on my presentation & communication skills. For example, with our Vacant Lot presentation … [Read More...]

Hailey Paulino, Junior in WHSAD’s Work, Learn, Grow Makerspace Program

1. What have you learned so far in your work in the Makerspace? During my time in the Makerspace program I have learned how to develop my teamwork skills. Usually I would prefer to work on my own but the maker space program has taught me to trust … [Read More...]

Justin Hunter, Senior in WHSAD’s Work, Learn, Grow Makerspace Program

1. What have you learned so far in your work in the Makerspace? That it is not as easy as you would think when it comes to working alone. The tasks given can pile and quickly become overwhelming for you if you happen to ever so slightly loosen … [Read More...]

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ONLY NYC High School RECIPIENT OF THE 2020 NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON AWARD IN RECOGNITION OF EXEMPLARY HIGH SCHOOL PERFORMANCE

LISTED ON THE U.S. NEWS AND WORLD REPORT’S 2014 THROUGH 2020 LISTS AS ONE OF THE BEST HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE COUNTRY

Click here, or on the icon above, to visit WHSAD TV, the official YouTube channel of Williamsburg High School for Architecture & Design. Here you can view interesting and informative videos about our school.

Click on the above icon or visit Pupil Path at https://pupilpath.skedula.com to review your child’s classroom assignments, grades, and academic progress. If you have questions about accessing this information, please call our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Chu, at 718-388-1260, extension 2273.

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Dates to Remember

  1. Interim Assessment Week- Science, Health

    April 20 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  2. Interim Assessment Week – English

    April 21 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  3. Junior Family Workshop

    April 21 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
  4. Interim Assessment Week – Math

    April 22 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  5. Interim Assessment Week- Social Studies

    April 23 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  6. End Marking Pd 2

    April 30

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