Are you interested in becoming a Posse Scholar? What is a Posse Scholar? Posse Scholars… … Are leaders in their high schools and communities … Are committed to their education and demonstrate academic potential … Are interested in teamwork and diversity … Are positive, motivated, talented, ambitious young people. The Posse Foundation identifies public high school students with extraordinary academic and leadership potential who may be overlooked by traditional college selection processes. The Foundation extends to these students the opportunity to pursue personal and academic excellence by placing them in supportive, multicultural teams – Posses-of 10 students. The Foundation’s partner universities and … [Read more...]
PACE Upward Bound Applications Available
Pace University’s Upward Bound program is now recruiting current 9th and 10th grade students. The Pace Upward Bound program is an academic program designed to generate and enhance the skills and motivation necessary for success in education and life. This program is designed for students who are serious about their academic development and who would like assistance in getting into college. In addition to providing academic support through tutoring, mentoring, classes, and workshops, students in the Pace Upward Bound program are also taught higher order and critical thinking skills. If you are a motivated student, live or go to school in Brooklyn, in the 9th, 10th, and a United States citizen or legal resident, we … [Read more...]
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...]
Bridging the Gap/STEP (FREE) Summer Program
Bridging the Gap Program is a State funded program at New York City College of Technology and we are serving middle and high school students (7th to 12th grade). All Classes are FREE!! In Summer 2017, BTG is offering: * Robotics * English Language Arts (ELA) * Math (Algebra I, II, Geometry, Trigonometry) * SAT. Math Prep. (ONLY for RISING 12th Grade) Deadline to submit applications: June 16th, 2017 by 3pm Program Starts: Monday, July 10th, 2017 Program End: Thursday, August 3rd, 2017 (4weeks) Time: 9:30am- 1:00pm (Monday thru. Thursday) * MetroCard and Lunch will be provided. * Attached is BTG Summer 2017 application … [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...]
Rising Seniors College Workshop
The WHSAD guidance department is hosting a “Rising Seniors College Preparation Workshop” for students and their parents on, Tuesday, May 16th 2017, from 5:30pm-7:00pm and Saturday, May 20th 2017, from 11:00am-12:30pm. Topics to be covered include: TRANSCRIPT “Is your child on target to graduate in June 2016?” SAT’S/REGENTS “Is your child considered College Ready?” 2-YEAR VS. 4-YEAR PROGRAMS CUNY/SUNY/PRIVATE/OUT-OF-STATE COLLEGES COLLEGE APPLICATIONS, COMMON APP, FEES AND DEADLINES SEEK/EOP/HEOP FINANCIAL AID SCHOLARSHIPS RECOMMENDATIONS & ESSAYS SENIOR DUES AND ACTIVITIES Please RSVP to Ms. Terraferma at 718-388-1260 x3311 or terraferma@whsad.org. Please indicate which session you will … [Read more...]
WHSAD Students attend the Future In Focus: Exploring College and Careers Fair
17 Juniors and Sophomores from WHSAD attended the Future In Focus: Exploring College and Careers Fair on Thursday, March 9th 2017. The fair provided our students with information into the world of college and careers. The all day session included presentations on an array of post-secondary opportunities and the benefits of work in organized labor, including apprenticeship programs. Our students met with members of several construction and building trade unions. Additionally, they had the opportunity to hear from current college students on their experiences in selecting a college and major followed by a college fair where they spoke to representatives from various CUNY, SUNY and private colleges. … [Read more...]
Intro To Engineering Summer Course @ City Tech
Students entering 11th and 12th grade this fall are eligible for the College Now: Introduction to Engineering and Computer Technologies Summer Course. See your guidance counselor for an application. This course, will introduce them to four engineering disciplines through an exploration of basic concepts in Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Design Technology; Computer Systems Technology; Electrical Engineering Technology; and Electromechanical and Computer Engineering Technology. Every Thursday trips are scheduled to expose students to career information at local industries and government labs, including Linda Tools, the Electronic Maintenance Division of MTA, and the NY Hall of Science. Students in the New York City … [Read more...]
Free College Prep for Juniors
Attention Juniors: Do you want help getting into college? Bottom Line provides the FREE 1-on-1 college prep and financial aid services. Student meet with a dedicated counselor of help on the following services: creating a college list researching college options analyzing admission chances developing a college application plan brainstorming and editing college application essays preparing applications NACAC fee waivers submitting applications searching for scholarships completing financial aid applications arranging campus visits and admissions interviews analyzing financial aid packages deciding which college to attend based on fit and affordability Students should be: NYC … [Read more...]
SUNY – NYC Info Sessions
The SUNY Welcome Center in NYC is excited to announce our spring Information Session schedule. I hope you and your child can attend! Students can register for all sessions here: www.suny.edu/studentevents. Which SUNY Are You? Perfect for the high school junior beginning to explore SUNY campuses, academic programs, and the application process. Wednesday, March 1, 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 5:30 p.m. Engineering & Engineering Technology A session specifically designed for high school juniors interested in Engineering. Wednesday, March 15, 5:30 p.m. Educational Opportunity Program Understanding EOP, … [Read more...]