My aspiration of wanting to be an architect wouldn’t have become what it is without attending WHSAD. From the countless projects throughout all four years of high school, it has prepared me for whatever I have in store for the future. From learning about two point perspectives to house plans in AutoCAD, I am certain that this is what I want to pursue in college. However, I do have other interests with environmental sustainability and computer science. I’ve had the opportunity to meet with architects at firms like Perkins Eastman, DHD Architecture and COOKFOX NYC. COOKFOX NYC hosted us at one of their greenhouses in Central Park where I was intrigued by the combination of art, design and environmental sustainability. Using … [Read more...]
WHSAD Senior, Pedro Astudillo, in Co-op Tech Carpentry Program
My interest in carpentry started when I was kid. When I was younger, my dad would take me to do some jobs on the weekends. The jobs usually varied from installing toilets, tiling floors, putting up sheetrock, and, easily, the biggest job we’ve done has been making an entire basement an apartment. Due to the fact that I worked with my dad for so long I picked up an interest for the trade. At the start of my junior year, my guidance counselor, Ms.Terraferma, spoke to us about Co-op Tech. I was immediately interested, and my interest only grew as I found out more of the possible benefits. So when Ms.Terraferma said that it could lead to future job opportunities then I knew I wanted to do it. After looking at some of the trades, … [Read more...]
WHSAD Senior, Marlei Allain, in Co-Op Tech Certified Nursing Assistant Program
When choosing my senior year schedule I opted to go to Co-op Tech for half the day to get a feel for one of my potential college majors, nursing. So far in the CNA (certified nursing assistant) program I’ve learned alot about this field and about myself. With this kind of occupation you deal with people who are in a vulnerable state and who could be going through a lot of feelings, both physically and mentally. Nurses and Nursing Assistants have to possess a lot of qualities such as patience, empathy, compassion, etc. This course specifically is geared towards teaching you to care for those in a nursing home, but you also learn about care in other types of facilities. At the end of this class, I will be able to take the CNA state exam … [Read more...]
Mr. Winston Von Engel, Director, Brooklyn Office, NYC Department of City Planning, Speaks with WHSAD Students
As part of WHSAD's Heritage Equity Lecture Series, Mr. Von Engel discussed different aspects of NYC city planning. Students gained insights as to how population shifts determine projects and funding, how ethnic distribution throughout the city plays a major role in planning, and what new projects are on the horizon. In the following narratives, students share some of what they learned during the session. Thank you to Toby Moskovits and Heritage Equity Partners for coordinating this series. This afternoon Mr. Winston Von Engel, Deputy Director of the Brooklyn borough office for the NYC Department of City Planning, shared his experience of being part of great projects that have shaped our city into what it is today and what it will be … [Read more...]
Mildred Amofa, Class of 2022
What are your strengths and what areas of yourself would you like to improve? I believe my strengths are my determination and my vocalization on issues. I am determined to get things done and just to be free of the stress. I also believe my vocalization is a strength because I will not be willing to back down from a fight until I feel my opinions are said and heard. I need to work on taking a step back, breathing and letting others contribute to the discussion. Sometimes I believe I get so focused on topics I forget there are others surrounding me. I get lost in my own world/thoughts, and I need work on pulling myself and being in the moment. What are you looking forward to in your senior year at WHSAD? For my senior year at WHSAD … [Read more...]
Megan Golding, Class of 2022
What are your strengths and what areas of yourself would you like to improve? Some strengths I have are being very open and being very involved in a lot of school activities. I also think I am very good with my communication skills and also my design skills. One weakness I have is public speaking, even though I do enjoy talking, public speaking is something that always trips me up. What are you looking forward to in your senior year at WHSAD? Something I’m really looking forward to in my senior year is our senior trip and decision day. I can’t wait to see what the administration has in store for us :) What are your plans for after high school? I plan to stay in New York because my major is graphic design, a lot of big name … [Read more...]
Ethanael Vega, Class of 2022
What are your strengths and what areas of yourself would you like to improve? A strength I would consider is my reliability. If I have something to do, I’ll always get it done, and it’s rare that my work is completed late. And that would lead me to areas of improvement. There are times where I hold off some assignments and completely forget about them until I check Pupilpath. So generally, I would like to try and remember my work, and other memories that I tend to forget. What are you looking forward to in your senior year at WHSAD? I’m looking forward to spending one more year with all my peers and doing as much as I can this year. Passing my classes as well and improving myself as a person. What are your … [Read more...]
WHSAD Senior, Jason Dumont, in Co-op Tech Electrical Program
Before I even learned about Co-op Tech, I knew that I wanted to further my understanding of Electrical Engineering. I wouldn’t have gotten this far without the help of my teacher Mr. O’Brien, it’s thanks to him that I even got into the electrical field. He taught me the basics such as the different types of wires to use, the tools that were necessary for striping and or splicing wires, as well as protection measures to prevent short circuits. I owe him a debt of gratitude for teaching me these skills since they will help me pursue this career in the long run. Not only will it help me to secure a job in this field, but it will also accommodate the showing of my prowess in Electrical Engineering. During my Junior year, I heard about Co-op … [Read more...]
Annaya Fountaine, Class of 2022
What are your strengths and what areas of yourself would you like to improve? I believe I am a great listener. I'm very perceptive. I'm not the most social. I can be and have improved a lot, but I have room to grow. I'm great once the ice is broken, just not the best ice breaker . What are you looking forward to in your senior year at WHSAD? I look forward to creating great memories and really grasping all I can from the world of architecture before I am sent into the world. What are your plans for after high school? I plan to go to a college that aids me in growing in a career that surrounds my interests in art and writing. What activities have you been involved in during your time at WHSAD and how have these activities … [Read more...]
Joshua Luna, Class of 2022
What are your strengths and what areas of yourself would you like to improve? When it comes to my strengths I’m not sure what they are, especially since I feel like I can improve in everything. However, I’d say photography and math are my strong points along with art. Even though I say these are my strengths, I really need to improve more of all of them because although I believe I’m good at them I still make mistakes and get confused when doing certain things. My strengths may be things that I’m good at, but I know I can do much better and I want to improve them. What are you looking forward to in your senior year at WHSAD? I'm looking forward to being able to spend my last year here trying to learn new skills and … [Read more...]