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Williamsburg High School for Architecture and Design

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About Ms. Bruno

Ms. Bruno has been an Assistant Principal at Williamsburg High School for Architecture and Design since 2009. She oversees the departments of Science, Mathematics, Architecture and Design (Career and Technical Education (CTE)), Physical Education and Health. She can be reached at 718-388-1260 ext. 2080, or bruno@whsad.org.

WHSAD 9th Graders Take a Walking Tour of Rockefeller Center

April 24, 2017 By Ms. Bruno

This post was written by WHSAD 9th grader Edson Lopez. It details, from a student's perspective, a walking tour of Rockefeller Center that was conducted by WHSAD's newest partner, The Art Deco Society.  This walking tour was the culminating activity of a 9th grade unit of study on art deco that was co-taught by The Art Deco Society and 9th grade Architecture and Design teachers Mr. Geringer and Mr. Rodriguez.                                                 Rockefeller Center Walking Tour by Edson … [Read more...]

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John Fermin – Class of 2014

March 31, 2017 By Ms. Bruno

John Fermin (Class of 2014), is in his 2nd year studying Civil Engineering at Queensborough Community College (QCC). John took advantage of the articulation agreement that WHSAD has with QCC and earned six (6)  college credits in Architecture upon graduation from WHSAD. John also works for Verizon through UNOC.  He uses his knowledge of AutoCAD and blueprint reading to make sure contractors know if Verizon lines are involved in their projects. “My favorite memories of WHSAD include working with AutoCAD in [Mr.] Codio’s class and being mentored by Mr. D’Amato. Both were important aspects of my high school career. One word of advice that I have for current students is to enjoy your time at WHSAD because before you know it, high … [Read more...]

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Yalina Walrond – Class of 2016

January 20, 2017 By Ms. Bruno

Yalina Walrond (Class of 2016) is in her first year at Kean University majoring in Marketing while working as a Visual Supervisor at Victoria’s Secret.  “The greatest part about WHSAD is the staff.  They genuinely care about their students. My advice to current students is to live in the moment and appreciate your years at WHSAD.  You will greatly miss the environment there when you graduate!" … [Read more...]

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Arlene Lindo – Class of 2015

January 12, 2017 By Ms. Bruno

Arlene Lindo, graduate of Williamsburg High School Architecture Design's Class of 2015, currently attends SUNY Oswego where she is majoring in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Arlene has been a constant presence at WHSAD, putting aside time to assist Mr. Codio, Mr. Rodriguez and current WHSAD students with Work Based Learning projects.  … [Read more...]

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Joshua Melendez – Class of 2012

January 3, 2017 By Ms. Bruno

Joshua Melendez is a U.S. Navy Seaman serving as an Information Systems Technician aboard the USS Anzio, a guided missile cruiser operating out of Norfolk, Virginia. He is responsible for maintaining the shipboard computers and information network. “I enjoy working with computers and helping people out,” Melendez said. “Serving in the Navy means taking care of family, and gaining a new family that you have to learn how to take care of,” Melendez said.  “So it is always ship, shipmate, self and your own family.” Capt. Frank X. Castellano, the commanding officer of USS Anzio, said he was proud of the job done by crew members during a recent eight-month deployment overseas in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, the fight against … [Read more...]

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Trent Cobb – Class of 2011

December 21, 2016 By Ms. Bruno

Trent Cobb, WHSAD Class of 2011, currently attends New York City College of Technology where he is majoring in Electrical Engineering Technology.  Trent is also working as a Wireless Field Support Technician for Natural Wireless. “My favorite part about WHSAD was the afterschool programs that were offered (ex. video game club, theatre club, and track and field). My advice to current students: Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.  … [Read more...]

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WHSAD Students Visit Cooper Hewitt Design Museum

October 26, 2016 By Ms. Bruno

On October 18th, a group of students from WHSAD attended the Teen Design Fair, which is part of National Design Week in New York City. As they entered the large makeshift tent set up of the grounds of the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum, they observed various round tables that were hosted by design professionals. Our students went around to the tables and spoke with designers from the fields of architecture, interior design, product design, fashion design, landscape design and many more. Students got real world advice on career paths, challenges which designers face, and how to go about breaking into the specific areas of design which were represented. … [Read more...]

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Tommy Felipe – Class of 2016

August 17, 2016 By Ms. Bruno

Tommy currently attends Laguardia Community College where he is enrolled in the AAS Paramedic Program. The Paramedic Program at LaGuardia has enjoyed a rich history of developing many of New York City’s finest paramedics, boasting 11 years of 100% pass rates on the NYS Department of Health Paramedic Certification Exam. “The most memorable part about WHSAD was the people.  From the friends that I made to all of the amazing teachers that I had, it was a very supportive (and fun) community.” “My advice to all current students is to take advantage of the opportunities and be successful!  Time will go by faster than you think.” … [Read more...]

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WHSAD Students Assist Horseback Riders at Prospect Park

June 7, 2016 By Ms. Bruno

As part of the New York Cares – Youth Service program, a group of students volunteered to spend an evening assisting children with disabilities who take horseback riding lessons at Gallop NYC, located in Prospect Park. The program serves as therapeutic activity to help empower children and adults with special needs. … [Read more...]

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WHSAD Student Participate in Work-Based Learning at Wyckoff House Museum

June 7, 2016 By Ms. Bruno

WHSAD students engage in a 2-day preservation project at the Wyckoff House Museum in East/Flatbush, Brooklyn, in conjunction with the World Monuments Fund and the Historic House Trust of NYC.  The project provided the students with hands-on learning experience, such as, cleaning shutters, windows and exterior wall shingles with environmentally friendly cleaning products and rebuild the garden beds in the back yard. … [Read more...]

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