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National Decision Day

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Attention Seniors,  May 1st is National Decision Day which means the pressure is on for high school seniors to make final college decisions. WHSAD will be hosting a celebratory party during 3rd & 4th period for students who have committed to the college of their choice.  In order to receive a ticket, you must provide Ms. Terraferma with a copy of your college acceptance letter. Students (& Staff) are encouraged to wear college attire. Photos will be taken. #IDecided Click here for a National Decision Day Checklist … [Read more...]

GRADUATION 2018

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Graduation Ceremonies will be held at Cooper Union’s Great Hall on Monday June 25th, 2018 from 4:30-6:00 pm.  The address is 7E  7th St.  New York, NY 10003.  Students will be given 4 complimentary tickets on the second day of rehearsals in June and if they require more tickets they must see Ms. Terreferma, their Guidance Counselor who will be in charge of giving out the extra tickets. Rehearsals dates for graduation are June 19th, 20th and 21st, 2018 in the schools auditorium from 9 – 11 am.  On June 20th students will be receiving their tickets for graduation and on the 21st they will get their cap and gowns.  All graduating seniors are required to come to practice.                             If there are any questions or concerns … [Read more...]

UPCOMING SENIOR EVENTS

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 Trip to Virginia - Friday April 27th - Sunday April 29th, 2018.  Bus leave WHSAD at 6:45 am and returns to the school at approximately 10:00 pm. Prom - Deadline for payment is Friday April 20th, 2018, the cost is $95.00.  The prom is on Wednesday June 6th, 2018.  Boarding will start at 6:30 at pier 62 in Manhattan and the boat will leave at 7 pm sharp.  Students will be back at the pier around 10:00 pm. Senior Breakfast -  Monday June 11th, 2018.  Only students who paid for the full package will be allowed to partake in the senior breakfast. Graduation - Monday June 25th, 2018 ceremonies start at 4:30 pm at  Cooper Union 30 Cooper Sq, New York, NY 10003  .  Students receive 4 tickets each and if there is a need for more they have … [Read more...]

Excelsior Scholarship is Now Opened

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Excelsior Scholarship application for the 2018-19 is now available. Students will need there TAP user name, password and Pin Number. Click here if you still have not applied for TAP. (NY State Tuition Assistance Program) The Excelsior Scholarship, in combination with other student financial aid programs, allows students to attend a SUNY or CUNY college tuition-free. Click here to apply. An applicant must: be a resident of NYS and have resided in NYS for 12 continuous months prior to the beginning of the term; be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen; have either graduated from high school in the United States, earned a high school equivalency diploma, or passed a federally approved "Ability to Benefit" test, as … [Read more...]

Workshop: Understanding Your Financial Aid Award Letters

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WHSAD & NY Cares are hosting a free workshop on Understanding Your Financial Aid Award letters on Thursday, March 22nd.  You will have an opportunity to review your college acceptance letters and compare financial aid packages to see which is the best fit for you and your child.   Please RSVP for this workshop at 718-388-1260 x3311 or terraferma@whsad.org Two time slots are available (6pm or 7pm). … [Read more...]

Paid Summer Internship at the Navy Yard

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The Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation’s Summer Internship Program connects graduating college-attending or college-bound undergraduate students to a wide range of work opportunities with businesses within the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Over the course of an 8-week session, students will be connected to Yard-based businesses and departments according to their future career interests, skillsets and educational background. BNYDC’s Internship Program participants are exposed to real world work experiences, provided professional and career advisement, and opportunities to network with peers and a variety of business owners and industry leaders within the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Eligibility Must be: A NYC Resident ­or attend a … [Read more...]

FINAL COST OF SENIOR TRIP

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The seniors with the help of the PTA parents have raised a total of $3,509.21, bringing the total cost of  the senior trip to Virginia down again from $360 to $330 per student.  The students who paid the $100 trip deposit have to pay the balance of $230 no later than March 16, 2018.   Please be advised that no refunds will be issued because we have already paid the deposit to the busing company. If there are any questions or concerns please see Ms. Nelson in her office or call 7183881260 ext 2320. … [Read more...]