The ACE Mentor Program of Greater New York (ACE GNY) is now accepting students for the 2021-22 Program Year! WHAT IS ACE?ACE GNY is a free after-school mentorship program for high school students (grades 9-12!) to learn about careers in architecture, engineering, and construction management.Students join teams led by professional architects, engineers, and construction managers to gain firsthand experience in the design and construction industry. During sessions, students learn how to use design software, go on office tours and field trips, and participate in fun hands-on activities to learn more about the different career … [Read more...]
Working Papers — How Do I Get Them?
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...]
Summer Open Studios @ Park Avenue Armory
WHSAD students are invited to attend SUMMER OPEN STUDIOS at Park Avenue Armory in July. These sessions are a great opportunity for students interested in learning more about the Armory's artistic programming, working as part of the Armory's Youth Corps program, or just making art! See details below, and the attached flyer. SUMMER OPEN STUDIOS Make art in community, inspired by the Armory’s unconventional artists Wed, July 7 / Wed, July 14 / Wed, July 21 / Wed July 28, all 3-4 pm Drop-in for one, a few, or all of the above open studiosJoin students from your and other high schoolsYou don’t have to be an artist to participateReceive a $15 Amazon gift card for each session you joinOpen Studios are online (but Zoom doesn’t limit … [Read more...]
Apply for Summer CTE ISP Internships!
Online applications are now available for CTE Industry Scholars Program (ISP) Internships! Find more information at: https://sites.google.com/view/cte-industry-scholars-program/ Important Dates:Monday, May 17th -- online information sessionMonday, May 31st -- applications due! … [Read more...]
Architecture Internship for High School Student
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...]
WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN GRADUATION INFORMATION
WHSAD is having an in-person graduation this year that will also be live streamed for family member and students who do not wish to attend. PLACE: Domino Park at the corner of South1st and River Street in Brooklyn. DATE: June 21st, 2021 TIME: The school will be conducting 3 different ceremonies due to Covid 19 restrictions starting at 10:00 am. Time slots will be determined by student through an electronic survey and families will be informed of the time their students chose in the coming weeks. Students will receive only two tickets because no more than two family members along with the graduate will be allowed to attend the ceremonies due to spacing restrictions. Cap and gown is … [Read more...]
Apply to Participate in the RAMSA Pre-Mentorship Program!
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...]
Freshmen Transcript Workshop
WHSAD will host its annual transcript review for all freshmen and their families on March 10th at 5:30pm - via google meet. The transcript is the official record of your child's high school credits, grades and exams taken. During the workshop we will discuss how to read the document and whether your child is currently on track or not. We will also discuss the NX grades and timeline to make up course credit. Please RSVP for this event: http://bit.ly/2NBRREH A copy of your child's transcript will be mailed home the week of 3/2/21. If you have any questions please email me at terraferma@whsad.org … [Read more...]
Class of 2022 Family Workshops
WHSAD will be hosting a series of monthly workshops for our Juniors and their families to help navigate the post-secondary process. We will discuss the pathway to graduation, finding the right college and career programs, college affordability and financial aid, and the application process. These virtual workshops are designed to help us prepare for senior year. Please use this form to RSVP for all or some of the workshops. All workshops begin at 5:30 pm. The meeting link will be sent to the email address provided on the day of the meeting. February 24th - Path to Graduation/Junior Transcript Workshop March 24th - Navigating the College Search, Virtually April 21st - Introduction to Finanical Aid & College Affordability … [Read more...]
Apply for Spring CTE ISP Internships!
Attention Juniors and Seniors! You are now eligible to apply for CTE ISP Internships and Workplace Challenges with Grant Associates for Spring 2021. These are remote work-based learning opportunities that will allow you to explore different fields within Architecture and Design. To Apply, you first must complete your CTE Tracking System Profile. (You may have done the first part of that using Ms. Wilson's Google Form last week.) How to Register and Complete your CTE Tracking System Profile: Go to http://participants.ctetracking.org/ and click on "Register for the Participant Site" Directions for completing the registration process can be found here:https://tinyurl.com/CTEInstructions If you have questions about the … [Read more...]