WHSAD PTA MEETING #4 DATE: December 12, 2019 TIME: 7:00 PM AGENDA Call Meeting to OrderNo-Instructional Day- SAT/PSAT Test DayPetition UpdateOpen Discussion PTA Meeting #4 Thursday, December 12, 2019 7:00pm MINUTES Meeting is called to order by Ms. Ortiz. Ms. Ortiz shared with parents all the topics that were addressed during the SLT meeting (See SLT Minutes). On the subject of the upcoming SAT/PSAT day, she ran down the challenges of programming for a regular day in combination of administering the SAT/PSAT. An option is to apply for SAT/PSAT day to be a non-instructional day. This way, students come in to take the exam and leave at the end of the test. The proposal is put to … [Read more...]
Parent News
November PTA Minutes
WHSAD PTA MEETING #3 DATE: November 14, 2019 TIME: 7:00 PM AGENDA Call Meeting to OrderPrincipal’s UpdateReview workshops using Title I fundBuilding long lasting relationships with public safety partnerOpen Discussion PTA Meeting #3 Thursday, November 14 7:00pm MINUTES The PTA meeting began on time The Parent Coordinator, Mrs. Chu, informed the WHSAD parents that the school has enough funds for the Parent Workshops. This will be beneficial for the parents and their adolescents. The Parents were able to plan these workshops once a month in the evening. This would definitely accommodate the working parents and their adolescent. Mrs. Chu and parent stated the students should be encouraged to attend these … [Read more...]
October PTA Minutes
WHSAD PTA MEETING #2 DATE: October 17, 2019 TIME: 7:00 PM AGENDA Call Meeting to OrderPrincipal’s UpdateWHSAD Bylaw UpdateOpen Discussion PTA Meeting #2 Thursday, October 17 7:00pm MINUTES The PTA meeting began as scheduled and the PTA board was present for the meeting. Mrs. Chu informed the parent that we would have a speaker from the school regarding Title I. The speaker was the assistant principal of WHSAD Ms. Basilio, addressed the parents the importance of parents filling out the lunch forms so the WHSAD can be eligible for Title I funds which is federal funds that are given to the public schools. The Title I funds that WHSAD allocates money for tutoring which has increased graduation rate by 95%. … [Read more...]
September PTA Minutes
September's PTA Agenda WHSAD PTA GENERAL MEETING #1/ELECTION (PRESIDENT) DATE: SEPTEMBER 12, 2019 TIME: 7:00 PM AGENDA Call Meeting to OrderWelcome and Introduction of PTA BoardSecretary – Ms. Lisbeth Heras-TorresTreasurer – Ms. Christine Artz SinghExpedited election for President positionSchedule PTA meetings for 2019-2020Open Discussion PTA Meeting #1 Thursday, September 12 7:00pm MINUTES PTA ELECTION for President. The Parent Coordinator, Mrs. Chu, introduced the Secretary Lisbeth Heras-Torres a 10th grade parent. The Treasure Mrs. Christine Artz Singh an 11th grade parent. Mrs. Chu encouraged parents to run for the PTA president position since it is required to have a President, Secretary and … [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. … [Read more...]
Paid Summer Internship at Brooklyn DA’s Office
The Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office is now accepting applications for the 2018 Summer High School Internship. Who? High School Sophomores, Juniors and rising seniors who live in and/or attend HS in BK. What? 5 Weeks (July 9th - Aug 10th) $150/wk & Metro Card. Please see the attached flyer for all details regarding the internship and application requirements. Application Deadline: April 27, 2018 … [Read more...]
Excelsior Scholarship is Now Opened
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...]
Sophomore Bulletin #1
Dear Parents & Sophomore Students: Attached is the sophomore bulletin containing information and announcements for the spring term. Note: WHSAD Paid Internship Application and SYEP Applications are current available. Note: The PSAT has been rescheduled to April 24th. … [Read more...]
Workshop: Understanding Your Financial Aid Award Letters
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...]