After-school program is now open! Attached is the list of the opportunities available to all students who want to turn the aimless hours after school into productive learning time. Please share information with your child and encourage him/her to take advantage of these opportunities. Participants also earn community service hours that are required for graduation. If you have any questions or concerns, please call Ms. Chu at (718) 388-1260 Ext. 2273 or email her at chu@whsad.org. … [Read more...]
Parent News
After School – Makerspace
To promote awareness about the architecture field and to help students explorer career or education options in the future, we offer both in-house as well as outside after-school clubs. Joining clubs and participating in community service also expand their leadership skills and promote a sense of culture and community.Extracurricular activities are important for their overall engagement with school and promote positive educational outcomes. Please share the list with your child and encourage him/her in the selection process so he/she feel invested, which may bolster the level of confidence and commitment. … [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...]
June SLT/PTA
To: -All Parents- Dear Parents/Guardians: Principal Gill Cornell is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting Topic: June SLT Meeting on Thursday, June 10 at 6:00 PM Agenda: Principal WelcomePupil Personnel/Guidance Update (AP Basilio)Instructional Update (APs Bruno/D’Amato)Report from UFT/DC-37Parent Concerns Following SLT meeting, we will hold the June PTA Meeting and Title I Workshop –Overcoming Procrastination - Creating and following effective to-do list - How to effectively prioritize work and tasks - Creating a project planner to connect with your to-do list Recurring Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87947497210 … [Read more...]
May SLT/PTA
Principal Gill Cornell is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting Topic: May SLT Meeting on Thursday, May 20th at 6:00 PM Agenda: Principal WelcomePupil Personnel/Guidance Update (AP Basilio)Instructional Update (APs Bruno/D’Amato)Report from UFT/DC-37Parent Concerns Following SLT meeting, we will hold the nomination and election of the PTA Board for 2021-2022. Title I Workshop –Independent Learning Skills How to develop a zone of effectiveness when studyingLearn how to implement high level memory strategiesHow to remove distractions to maximize attention Recurring Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87947497210 … [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...]
2021 NYC School Survey
Dear Parents/Guardians: The 2021 NYC School Survey is open from May 10 thru June 11. The survey helps school leaders understand what key members of their school community think about the learning environments at their school. Please complete the survey to provide feedback and help us plan for the 2021-2022 academic year. To complete the survey online: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/nycdoe/login Parent survey access code is their child’s Students Identification (OSIS) Number. To enter access code, enter “f” followed by the child’s nine-digit OSIS number. Note that “f” must be lowercase. Example: … [Read more...]
REMINDER- SAT Day – Tuesday, April 13
REMINDER about SAT Day on Tuesday, April 13th * ALL juniors- even those who are fully remote- must report to the school building to take the SATs on Tuesday, April 13th. Please report to the building at 8:00 AM. You can view which room you're scheduled to take the SAT's to prevent crowding near the room signs. You can find the room assignments listed at this Google Spreadsheet: * All 9th, 10th and 12th graders - are 100% remote for the day In order to ensure your safety and the safety of our WHSAD staff and students, all SAT School Day participants must adhere to the following guidelines: 1- Stay home if you're sick. We have ways to have sick students, or students who … [Read more...]
Note from the DOE Situation Room – School Building Cleared for Reopening 4/6/21
Below is a notice from the DOE's Situation Room stating that the school is ready to reopen for in-person students (Groups A and C) tomorrow, April 6th. Subject: School Building Cleared for Reopening Dear HARRY VANARSDALE VOC H (WHITNEY)-K at 257 NORTH 6 STREET Families: Today I am writing to share an important update about our school building. Since closing the building following multiple unlinked COVID-19 cases in our school community, the NYC Test + Trace Corps (T2) and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) have completed a thorough investigation. They have determined that the building is clear to reopen for regularly scheduled activities on 4/6/2021. Here is guidance from DOHMH, T2, and the New York City … [Read more...]