Attention Juniors and Seniors! You are now eligible to apply for CTE ISP Internships and Workplace Challenges with Grant Associates for Spring 2021. These are remote work-based learning opportunities that will allow you to explore different fields within Architecture and Design. To Apply, you first must complete your CTE Tracking System Profile. (You may have done the first part of that using Ms. Wilson's Google Form last week.) How to Register and Complete your CTE Tracking System Profile: Go to http://participants.ctetracking.org/ and click on "Register for the Participant Site" Directions for completing the registration process can be found here:https://tinyurl.com/CTEInstructions If you have questions about the … [Read more...]
About Ms. Wilson
Apply for Working Papers during Remote Learning!
WHSAD has the ability to process your working papers applications remotely. Please follow the steps below to apply for Working Papers. Step 1: Complete ONLY Part 1 and e-sign the application form located here: http://www.p12.nysed.gov/sss/documents/AT17-0320Fillable.pdfEmail the completed application form as a PDF to Ms. Wilson at wilson@whsad.org. If you cannot send the PDF, take a photo of the entire page and send it to Ms. Wilson. Step 2: Make sure to have your school ID, birth certificate or passport (or other federal/state ID), and your Certificate of Physical Fitness (doctor's note) ready to show Ms. Wilson during the Google Meet. If you need a form for your doctor to complete, you can find the state's template at: … [Read more...]
Apply for Internships at Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Brooklyn Botanic Garden is now recruiting students in grades 8–11 for the Remote 2021 Garden Apprentice Program (GAP). GAP is a great way for teens to learn about urban agriculture, science, and the environment while working with one of the most exciting public gardens in the world! More information is available online at bbg.org/gap. Remote Info session: Saturday, December 5, at 2 p.m. Reserve your spot by emailing gap@bbg.org or RSVP'ing through the link below. Session link and call-in number will be emailed the morning of the event. RSVP for Info Session BBG Garden Apprentices: Learn about botany, environmentalism, and protecting the earth through interactive remote sessionsGrow and harvest fruits, vegetables, and herbs … [Read more...]
Apply for Summer WBL Opportunities
Hello Sophomores and Juniors! The CTE Industry Scholars Program (CTE ISP) is hard at work planning remote opportunities for this summer for CTE students to continue their Work-Based Learning experiences! While the exact structure of these programs is still to be determined, it is possible they will include things like remote job shadowing, career exploration, and even the possibility of remote internships! This is a great way for you to continue learning about careers and post-secondary options in architecture, design, engineering, constructions, and related fields. How do you get involved??Complete the application at https://cteapplication.nycdoeopsr.org/ as soon as possible, but NO LATER than Friday, May 22nd! (Note, this … [Read more...]
Apply to DOB’s Youth Leadership Council!
This spring, in partnership with NYC Service, the NYC Department of Buildings is launching an inaugural Youth Leadership Council (YLC) for CTE high school students (grades 10-12). This YLC is for students interested in pursuing careers in architecture, engineering, sustainability, construction management/trades, and public safety. The students accepted to this council will form our very first Sustainability and Construction Safety Task Force. Receive the opportunity to learn directly from our engineers, architects, sustainability experts, and inspectors, and design and complete a major outreach project for a city agency. The NYC Department of Buildings is responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of … [Read more...]
Internship Opportunities for 2019-2020!
Many of you have been asking about Internship Opportunities for this year -- here's your chance! In order to be considered for ANY internships this school year (between now and June 2020), you MUST complete the online application here: http://cteapplication.nycdoeopsr.org -- make sure you have your resume ready to upload AND you answer the questions as part of your application. Once you have completed the online CTE application, you are required to complete EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION no later than November 1st. This can happen one of three ways:1) sign up for an in-person appointment at Grant Associates via this link: https://calendly.com/cteindustryscholarsinternshipprogram2) Attend a walk-in in-person session on Tuesday, October 15th … [Read more...]
Apply for the Apprentice Program at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden
The Brooklyn Botanic Garden is currently accepting applications for their Garden Apprentice Program (GAP), open to current 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students. You can read more about the program and the application requirements on their website at: https://www.bbg.org/learn/gap See Ms. Wilson in Room 139 if you have any questions. … [Read more...]
Internship Opportunities for Class of 2019
Hello Seniors! Many of you have been asking about Internship Opportunities for this year -- here's your FIRST chance! In order to be considered for ANY internships this school year (between now and June 2019), you MUST complete the online application here: http://cteapplication.nycdoeopsr.org -- make sure you have your resume ready to upload AND you answer the questions as part of your application. Once you have completed the online CTE application, you are required to complete Ms. Wilson's survey at: https://goo.gl/forms/RtCHYNADkAxIqv6D3 The following positions are currently available through the CTE ISP (Industry Scholars Program) Internship Program. Please read about the opportunities carefully, and see Ms. Wilson or Mr. Codio … [Read more...]
Afterschool Design Classes at Pratt — Apply Online This Week!
Design Initiative for Community Empowerment (DICE) is an after school program that introduces students to the challenges of creative thinking and problem-solving through studio classes in design. Students investigate their communities through various design disciplines such as fashion design, architecture and urban design, and entrepreneurship. While increasing civic education and social responsibility, students also learn about educational opportunities and career possibilities in design. DICE classes are developed in collaboration with the Schools of Art, Design, and Architecture, and are taught by faculty. WHSAD students are invited to apply for the DICE program at Pratt Institute -- you can find more information about the program … [Read more...]
Fall Internships at Park Avenue Armory
All students who are at least 16 years old are invited to apply for Park Avenue Armory's Youth Corps internship program for the fall semester. Applications are due by Friday, September 21st and can be returned to Ms. Wilson in Room 139. See the application below for more information. If you have questions, see Ms. Wilson. [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Youth-Corps-Fall-18-Application-Phase-I.pdf"] … [Read more...]