WHSAD now has the ability to process your working papers applications remotely. Please follow the steps below to apply for Working Papers. Step 1: Complete ONLY Part 1 and e-sign the application form located here: http://www.p12.nysed.gov/sss/documents/AT17-0320Fillable.pdfEmail the completed application form as a PDF to Ms. Wilson at wilson@whsad.org Step 2: Make sure to have your school ID, birth certificate or passport (or other federal/state ID), and your Certificate of Physical Fitness (doctor's note) ready to show Ms. Wilson during the Google Meet. If you need a form for your doctor to complete, you can find the state's template at: http://www.p12.nysed.gov/sss/documents/AT-16fillable.pd Step 3: Schedule a 15-minute … [Read more...]
Parent News
Apply for Summer WBL Opportunities
Hello Sophomores and Juniors! The CTE Industry Scholars Program (CTE ISP) is hard at work planning remote opportunities for this summer for CTE students to continue their Work-Based Learning experiences! While the exact structure of these programs is still to be determined, it is possible they will include things like remote job shadowing, career exploration, and even the possibility of remote internships! This is a great way for you to continue learning about careers and post-secondary options in architecture, design, engineering, constructions, and related fields. How do you get involved??Complete the application at https://cteapplication.nycdoeopsr.org/ as soon as possible, but NO LATER than Friday, May 22nd! (Note, this … [Read more...]
December PTA Minutes
WHSAD PTA MEETING #4 DATE: December 12, 2019 TIME: 7:00 PM AGENDA Call Meeting to OrderNo-Instructional Day- SAT/PSAT Test DayPetition UpdateOpen Discussion PTA Meeting #4 Thursday, December 12, 2019 7:00pm MINUTES Meeting is called to order by Ms. Ortiz. Ms. Ortiz shared with parents all the topics that were addressed during the SLT meeting (See SLT Minutes). On the subject of the upcoming SAT/PSAT day, she ran down the challenges of programming for a regular day in combination of administering the SAT/PSAT. An option is to apply for SAT/PSAT day to be a non-instructional day. This way, students come in to take the exam and leave at the end of the test. The proposal is put to … [Read more...]
November PTA Minutes
WHSAD PTA MEETING #3 DATE: November 14, 2019 TIME: 7:00 PM AGENDA Call Meeting to OrderPrincipal’s UpdateReview workshops using Title I fundBuilding long lasting relationships with public safety partnerOpen Discussion PTA Meeting #3 Thursday, November 14 7:00pm MINUTES The PTA meeting began on time The Parent Coordinator, Mrs. Chu, informed the WHSAD parents that the school has enough funds for the Parent Workshops. This will be beneficial for the parents and their adolescents. The Parents were able to plan these workshops once a month in the evening. This would definitely accommodate the working parents and their adolescent. Mrs. Chu and parent stated the students should be encouraged to attend these … [Read more...]
October PTA Minutes
WHSAD PTA MEETING #2 DATE: October 17, 2019 TIME: 7:00 PM AGENDA Call Meeting to OrderPrincipal’s UpdateWHSAD Bylaw UpdateOpen Discussion PTA Meeting #2 Thursday, October 17 7:00pm MINUTES The PTA meeting began as scheduled and the PTA board was present for the meeting. Mrs. Chu informed the parent that we would have a speaker from the school regarding Title I. The speaker was the assistant principal of WHSAD Ms. Basilio, addressed the parents the importance of parents filling out the lunch forms so the WHSAD can be eligible for Title I funds which is federal funds that are given to the public schools. The Title I funds that WHSAD allocates money for tutoring which has increased graduation rate by 95%. … [Read more...]
September PTA Minutes
September's PTA Agenda WHSAD PTA GENERAL MEETING #1/ELECTION (PRESIDENT) DATE: SEPTEMBER 12, 2019 TIME: 7:00 PM AGENDA Call Meeting to OrderWelcome and Introduction of PTA BoardSecretary – Ms. Lisbeth Heras-TorresTreasurer – Ms. Christine Artz SinghExpedited election for President positionSchedule PTA meetings for 2019-2020Open Discussion PTA Meeting #1 Thursday, September 12 7:00pm MINUTES PTA ELECTION for President. The Parent Coordinator, Mrs. Chu, introduced the Secretary Lisbeth Heras-Torres a 10th grade parent. The Treasure Mrs. Christine Artz Singh an 11th grade parent. Mrs. Chu encouraged parents to run for the PTA president position since it is required to have a President, Secretary and … [Read more...]
Afterschool Design Classes at Pratt — Apply Online This Week!
Design Initiative for Community Empowerment (DICE) is an after school program that introduces students to the challenges of creative thinking and problem-solving through studio classes in design. Students investigate their communities through various design disciplines such as fashion design, architecture and urban design, and entrepreneurship. While increasing civic education and social responsibility, students also learn about educational opportunities and career possibilities in design. DICE classes are developed in collaboration with the Schools of Art, Design, and Architecture, and are taught by faculty. WHSAD students are invited to apply for the DICE program at Pratt Institute -- you can find more information about the program … [Read more...]
Fall Internships at Park Avenue Armory
All students who are at least 16 years old are invited to apply for Park Avenue Armory's Youth Corps internship program for the fall semester. Applications are due by Friday, September 21st and can be returned to Ms. Wilson in Room 139. See the application below for more information. If you have questions, see Ms. Wilson. [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Youth-Corps-Fall-18-Application-Phase-I.pdf"] … [Read more...]
Paid Summer Internship at Brooklyn DA’s Office
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...]
Excelsior Scholarship is Now Opened
Excelsior Scholarship application for the 2018-19 is now available. Students will need there TAP user name, password and Pin Number. Click here if you still have not applied for TAP. (NY State Tuition Assistance Program) The Excelsior Scholarship, in combination with other student financial aid programs, allows students to attend a SUNY or CUNY college tuition-free. Click here to apply. An applicant must: be a resident of NYS and have resided in NYS for 12 continuous months prior to the beginning of the term; be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen; have either graduated from high school in the United States, earned a high school equivalency diploma, or passed a federally approved "Ability to Benefit" test, as … [Read more...]