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Exam Review Schedule for AP and Regents Classes

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Following Spring break we will be kicking off another round of AP and Regents Review. It is extremely important that your child attends as many review sessions as possible during the week and on weekends. Please check your child’s Regents Exam Invitation to determine which exam they are taking. See below for the Spring 2022 review schedule. Spring 2022 Review Schedule … [Read more...]

Senior Bulletin #1

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Welcome Back Class of 2022! We are in full swing with our college planning & applications. Please review the attached Bulletin for updates on the newly added SAT School Day - October 28th and CUNY Application Week. All Seniors have been assigned a 1-on-1 Guidance Appointment to review your road map to graduation. Please make sure you are on-time for your appointment as it will be difficult to reschedule. I have posted a lot of college resources on our Class of 2022 Google Classroom. I will also post updates on the whsad.org website for parents/guardians. I will also be scheduling a few virtual workshops for families. The most important aspects of Senior Year, are deadlines and passing your classes. Please email Ms. Terraferma … [Read more...]

Working Papers — How Do I Get Them?

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Now that school is back in person, you can again apply for your working papers in person with Ms. Wilson in Room 139. See below for the application form and required documents. Required Documents to Apply for Working Papers: 1) The application form, with ONLY Part 1 filled out. You can pick up a copy of the application form from your guidance counselor or Ms. Wilson, or download it at: http://www.p12.nysed.gov/sss/documents/AT17-FillableMay21.pdf2) Your birth certificate, passport, or other federal/state ID (or a clear copy)3) Your completed Certificate of Physical Fitness (Doctor's Note). Most pediatricians' offices have a standard form they will complete; if not, you can use the state's template at: … [Read more...]

Architecture Internship for High School Student

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Do you live in Community Board 17? (See map below for boundaries.) If so, this internship is a great opportunity to apply your architecture skills and knowledge this summer! Please see the job posting below for information about how to apply. … [Read more...]

Apply to Participate in the RAMSA Pre-Mentorship Program!

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Robert A.M.Stern Architects has selected WHSAD to be the first school in their new pre-mentorship program for high school students! This is a great opportunity for students to learn more about the different aspects of working in an architecture firm, along with doing projects to add to their own portfolios. Please see the flyer below for more information. If you have questions, reach out to Mr. Rodriguez at abrodriguez@whsad.org. Let Mr. Rodriguez know of your interest SOON before the program fills up! Learn more about RAMSA at: https://www.ramsa.com/ … [Read more...]

National Decision Day

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Attention Seniors,  May 1st is National Decision Day which means the pressure is on for high school seniors to make final college decisions. WHSAD will be hosting a celebratory party during 3rd & 4th period for students who have committed to the college of their choice.  In order to receive a ticket, you must provide Ms. Terraferma with a copy of your college acceptance letter. Students (& Staff) are encouraged to wear college attire. Photos will be taken. #IDecided Click here for a National Decision Day Checklist … [Read more...]

Start Earning College Credits This Fall

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Will you be a Junior or Senior at WHSAD this fall? Do you want to start earning college credits? Do you have an 80+ Average and a score of 75+ on the ELA regents*? If you answered yes to all of these questions, then you can start taking College Now classes this fall at City Tech (in Downtown Brooklyn). Attached you will find a list of the classes being offered and the application.  Space is first come, first serve.  Please bring your application to your guidance counselor. *If you are interested but haven't taken the ELA exam yet, you can still fill out the application. Once your scores come in then I will submit your application. [gview … [Read more...]

Paid Summer Internship at Brooklyn DA’s Office

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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 [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/HS-summer-2018-Internship-3.pdf"] … [Read more...]