Attention Seniors. This year's senior trip will be to Nickelodeon Universe American Dream Theme Park on Friday April 29, 2022. Students will have access to one of a kind rides and attractions. Cost is $70 (cash or money order). Deadline to secure your seat is Friday March 18, 2022. 45 students maximum can attend, first come first serve. Please contact Ms. Nelson at 718-388-1260 x2321 or at nelson@whsad.org with any questions. … [Read more...]
Senior Bulletin #6
Attached please find the March Bulletin. This Bulletin contains next steps for colleges applications and financial aid plus new scholarship information. Save the Date: Thursday, March 31st - Virtual Workshop on reading Financial Aid Award Letters. … [Read more...]
Senior Bulletin #5
Attached is our Senior Bulletin for February. February is Financial Aid Awareness month. If you haven't already done so please make sure you have completed and submitted your FAFSA Application. If you need help, please make an appointment with Ms. Terraferma or a Creative Connections Coach. … [Read more...]
Senior Bulletin #3 – December
Attached please find a copy of the Senior Bulletin. Remember to check the deadlines for each College/University you are applying too. Note, January 1st is a holiday (and over winter recess) so make sure everything has been submitted before we leave for break! If you are applying to college via the Common App - Make sure you invited Ms. Terraferma , your teacher recommenders, and completed the brag sheet before December 15th. … [Read more...]
Class of 2022 — Apply now for Construction Skills!
Seniors -- are you interested in a career in the Unionized Building Trades? Want to be a carpenter? A plumber? An HVAC technician? If so, the Edward J. Malloy Initiative for Construction Skills may be the program for you! Applications are currently available to apply for next spring's pre-apprenticeship program. Starting in March, students will attend weekly sessions in advance of hands-on training next summer before being referred to a Union Apprentice program. More information is available at: https://www.constructionskills.org/pre-apprenticeship-training/ See Ms. Wilson in Room 139 to pick up an application and review the requirements and deadlines. … [Read more...]
Apply to be on NYCDOB’s Youth Leadership Council for Sustainability!
10th-12th grade students are now eligible to apply for positions with the Department of Buildings' Youth Leadership Council. WHSAD students have participated in the Council since it's creation in 2019. This is a great opportunity to learn about Sustainability in the Built Environment, Construction Safety, Energy Codes, Zoning, and more. Students will meet weekly with professionals to learn about these issues and do their own presentations on topics of interest.See the flyers below for more information and the link to apply! The deadline is Friday, December 3rd! … [Read more...]
Intro to Financial Aid Workshop
WHSAD will host an Intro to Financial Aid Workshop on November 17th at 6 pm via google meet. We will review the different types of aid and steps for completing the FAFSA and TAP Applications for Fall 2022 admission. The FAFSA Application for Fall 2022 is now open. Please RSVP for the event. We will forward you the google meet link on Wednesday.https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYE7nGpUqXJHRVOypeqvcpBdCQUSASILEhvF7e6_bjAHfKBw/viewform We will look to add an additional workshop in December if there is interest. Please email me at terraferma@whsad.org if you have any questions. … [Read more...]
Senior Dues & Pictures
Dear Parents and Seniors: ‘Senior Dues’ for the Class of 2022 will be $120.00 per Senior. Only cash and money orders are accepted, no personal checks. Below is a list of what the Senior Dues cover along with notable dates for graduation and prom. The deadline for payment is Friday December 17, 2021. Due to the difficulties families continues to face because of the pandemic the school will be covering the additional cost of the graduation venue, cap, gown and the diplomas cases this year. A savings to families of over $100.00. Senior pictures will be taken at WHSAD on November 23rd and 24th. Students will receive invitations by email and at their home addresses regarding date, day and time. Appointment times are also … [Read more...]
Order your Senior Class Ring
Class of 2022 Senior Class Rings are now available. Students may order: Large or Small Classic Ring (Assorted Stones) - $70.00Large or Small Classic Golden Touch Ring (Assorted Stones) - $110.00 Golden Touch ring is a high luster ring that has a $24K gold overlay over sterling silver. See Ms. Nelson in Room 232A for an order form and for help with your ring size. See attached flyer for images and order information. … [Read more...]
CUNY Application Week
WHSAD will host its annual CUNY Application Week from October 25-29. All Seniors are strongly encouraged to apply to CUNY. Application materials such as the CUNY freshman profile, viewpoint, application checklist are posted in the Class of 2022 google classroom as well as in your orange folders. Students may apply to up to six schools in one application. Fee waivers will be available for qualifying students. In light of the COVID-19 crisis, SAT and ACT test scores are not required nor considered in application review through the Spring 2023 admission cycle. Click here for more information. Please do not submit any applications without review by Ms. Terraferma or a Creative Connections Coach. … [Read more...]