My name is Jalen Vasquez, and I graduated from WHSAD in June of 2017. A major goal of mine when I graduated was to use the architecture programs that we learned in the most effective way, becoming a Real Estate project manager. Right now I go to Howard University and I'm in the Architecture & Engineering program. To reach my goals I'm applying to as many scholarships as I can. I actually got an internship coming up this year at R2L:Architects in DC during the school year. Slowly but surely I am reaching my goal. A big motivation for me once I left high school was always living in NY, and seeing all these big buildings and living in a small tight apartment. I always wanted to build my own home and a place which can help … [Read more...]
Guidance News for Seniors
Guidance News for Seniors
WHSAD Seniors Celebrate National College Decision Day
Over 50 seniors attended WHSAD's 2nd Annual College (& Career) Decision Day Party on Monday, May 1st. Students got to share their post-secondary plans, celebrate their accomplishments, and support their fellow classmates as they venture forth into the next phase of their lives while enjoying some ice cream and cake. Shout out to Ms. Erneste and Ms. Small for making it all possible! WHSAD's Class of 2017 will graduate on June 28th at 4:00 pm at Cooper Union's Great Hall. … [Read more...]
WHSAD T-Shirts for Sale!
Show your school spirit & participate in WHSAD Fridays! Buy a WHSAD t-shirt. Pre-order yours now! Each shirt is $20 (cash only). Proceeds will go toward student funds. Download the attached order form or see Ms. Terraferma in Room 331. [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/t-shirt-design.docx"] … [Read more...]
March is College and Career Month at WHSAD!
Please see the information below highlighting the activities of College and Career Month. [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/March-is-College-and-Career-Month.pdf"] … [Read more...]
2017 Summer Youth Applications Now Available
If you’re looking for a summer job, you can apply now for the city’s Summer Youth Employment Program. The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) provides New York City youth between the ages of 14 and 24 with paid summer employment for up to six weeks from July 5th through August 19th . Participants work in entry-level jobs in a variety of industries including: Arts and Recreation Educational Services Financial Services Healthcare/Medical Hospitality/Tourism Information Technology Manufacturing Marketing/Public Relations Media/Entertainment Real Estate/Property Retail Programs are located in community-based organizations in all five boroughs of New York City. Youth can apply for the program … [Read more...]
SUNY Financial Aid Info Sessions in NYC
SUNY Financial Aid professionals are ready to answer all your questions about the financial aid application and award process. 6:00 pm Monday, February 6th or 6:00 pm Monday, February 13th at SUNY Welcome Center Alumni Commons, 18th Floor 33 West 42nd Street, NY, NY … [Read more...]
Free SAT Prep and American History Elective
Saturday Academy, a partnership of the FAO Schwarz Education Center and the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, for students in grades 8–12. Classes are held at the Museum of the City of New York 1220 Fifth Avenue @ 103rd Street in NYC. Saturday Academy is a free six-session program for students interested in American History and SAT preparation. There’s no homework and all course materials are provided. Spring 2017 courses meet on Saturdays, March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 22, and 29. Students are expected to attend all six sessions and will receive a Certificate of Achievement at the end of the program. Spring 2017 Courses include: Bell Curves SAT Skills African Americans and the Global … [Read more...]
Summer Internship at the West Side YMCA
The YMCA recognizes many teenagers cannot secure work over the summer. The majority of employment opportunities available to teens oftentimes do very little to build their resumes or skill sets. The West Side YMCA has developed Teen Career Connection (TTC) to address this need. TCC is an eight-week comprehensive internship program, providing NYC youth an unparalleled opportunity. TTC is an eight week program, which consists of two weeks of job readiness training and six weeks of the internship. Participants are placed in their industry of choice and are paired to a mentor for the entirety of the program. Participants also received two monthly metro cards, a $300 clothing stipend and a $1,500 "working" … [Read more...]
Senior Bulletin #4
HAVEN’T APPLIED TO COLLEGE YET? CUNY (www.cuny.edu) The “real” and FINAL deadline to apply to CUNY is January 31st! Please see Ms. Erneste ASAP to get assistance in submitting your application. A small amount of fee waivers are still available but, will expire on February 1st 2017. Students who submit their application after this deadline MUST pay $65 for the application. SUNY (www.suny.edu) Many SUNY application deadlines are February 1st. However, several SUNY colleges have rolling admissions (no set deadline) and are reviewing applications as they receive them. You still have time to submit applications. See Ms. Erneste for assistance. **Note; Students who applied to SUNY 4 year colleges are reminded to complete the … [Read more...]
“Paying for College” Info Session – Saturday Jan 7th
Once the applications are all submitted, parents and students are still faced with the daunting task of paying for college! FAFSA, CSS/PROFILE, TAP... there might be many things that feel confusing. This information session will provide a comprehensive overview of what you need to do to be considered for financial aid, the types programs available, and how families can tackle paying for college, including: –When and how to apply for loans, scholarships, and work study –How to determine which options best suit their needs –How eligibility is determined and understanding the fine print January 7, 2017 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM The American Museum of Natural History 200 Central Park West, New York, NY … [Read more...]