Weekly Bulletin April 9 - April 13, 2018 | Week 31 |
MESSAGE FROM BAA HEADMASTER, MS. CLARK |
Wednesday of this week is Community Service Day, an important experience for our community and an important tradition at Boston Arts Academy. We have many purposes for this day. Community service is part of our mission as a school. Artist-Scholar-Citizens who are engaged members of their communities give back to their communities, and this day provides an opportunity for students to experience giving back. Community service is an explicit part of our curriculum. Juniors and seniors have capstone projects they do through seminar that center on community service, and this day gives underclassmen some ideas about what they might want to do later on. And finally, we know that colleges want to see high school students do community service. This year, Community Service Day has an additional purpose: it's one way we are introducing Boston Arts Academy to our new neighborhood and introducing our new neighborhood to BAA. Many of our students will be doing service and meeting with community leaders from Dorchester-area organizations. Here are some examples:
Other BAA students will be doing service in our immediate community--helping teachers and staff prepare for the relocation. All of these activities will be done by advisory, and that is yet another purpose for the day: an opportunity for advisories to spend some quality time together. Advisors have specific information about what each student is doing; please contact advisors in you have questions about your student's schedule for Wednesday. I know all of our students will make us proud on Wednesday. Service learning can help students build all sorts of skills: leadership skills, interpersonal skills, communication skills and also self confidence and self awareness. My hope is that students have the opportunity to reflect on the importance of community service and have an experience that helps them see the kind of good they have the individual power to create in their communities. Have a great Community Service Day, and have a great week! |
CONGRATULATIONS AND SHOUT OUTS |
Congratulations to Ms. Bonilla, Director of Admissions, for her El Batey Award in recognition of her service, leadership and commitment to education! Shout out to the entire Junior VA class for finishing and passing the OSHA exam requirement. Shout out to Aedan Harasymiw and Laren England who were selected as finalists for a competition as part of a new PBS show called Celebration of Music. The winner of the competition will be announced Sunday, April 8th (TODAY!) at the Wilbur Theatre, and will have the opportunity to travel to Los Angeles for the national televised event, as well as to record a song that will be available on Spotify and iTunes. Congratulations to the Theatre Seniors (Jonah Barricklo, Juaquin Cruz, Jah'eelin Gonzalez, Angel Guadarrama, Isnina Haji, Genesis Hernandez, Ricky Pate, Mary Reed, Alexia Santos, Bella Silva, Psalmari Thorpe, and Lucie Tremblay) and Ms. Tighe for a poignant showing of She Kills Monsters. Theatre Seniors (and a few juniors) did all aspects of their production, in addition to acting, and this show was thoroughly executed with a lot of heart. The talk back was great and it was clear that there had been a lot of personal transformation amidst the metaphorical. Congratulations to the following students on their college acceptances and scholarships:
Have someone(s) to congratulate or shout out? Please email Ms. Booth --> tbooth@bostonartsacademy.org (be sure to include name and reason for the shout out) |
ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR ALL STUDENTS Please also see the appropriate section below for information specific to your art major. |
*NEW* The Visual Arts Department encourages all faculty, staff, and students to visit the 3rd floor hallway exhibition space to see the 9th grade's latest graphic design work. The students harnessed their creativity and digital skills to create change in their lives, their communities, and the world. *NEW* National Honor Society will meet on Thursday, April 12th in room 216 during lunch. *NEW* Containment Drill: On Thursday, April 12th, we will be holding a containment drill. All public schools in Massachusetts are required to do at least one such drill a year. The purpose is to give the community practice in case we have an emergency where it would be appropriate to have students shelter in place. We know some students and families could be concerned, so we wanted to give you advance notice of the drill. As always, our goal is to keep our community safe and informed. Summer Job Opportunity working with Artists for Humanity! Please Attend the Open House on April 12th at 3:45pm to apply. Are you interested in a summer job where you can get paid to work on: Painting, 3D Design, Graphics, Video & Motion, or Photography? Check out the open house on April 12th at 3:45 PM at 100 west 2nd st., Boston, MA, 02127 to apply for summer work where you will learn and grow! No artistic experience necessary, just passion for being creative and learning on the job. Check out their website at afhboston.org or email gchen@aftboston.org for more info. Amid heightened concerns around immigration enforcement in the past year, BPS has worked with the Boston Police Department and community partners to develop the “Superintendent Circular SUP-08: Educational Access for All.” The Office of English Learners is proud to announce that the Boston Public Schools will be hosting an art contest to build awareness of the “Educational Access for All” circular. If interested, please click here for more information. Entries are due no later than Friday, April 13th. Join Team MYC! Being on the Mayor’s Youth Council (MYC) provides the opportunity for Boston’s young people to come together to advise Mayor Walsh and other City officials on policy and programming. The council also leads Youth Lead the Change, a participatory budgeting process that engages the community in how the City spends $1,000,000 of the budget. For more information or to apply, please click here. Applications are due Friday, April 13th. *NEW* Next week is April break. There will be no school Monday, April 16th through Friday, April 20th. Students return from break on Monday, April 23rd. *NEW* 2018 Social Justice Academy: Hip-Hop Artivism. Thursday, April 19th, 12-8pm at Emerson’s Bill Bordy Theater (216 Tremont St.). Engage with the elements of hip-hop by viewing hip hop inspired visual art, or through various workshops, including: Spirituality & Hip Hop Dance and Intro to Turntablism. More info can be found here. *NEW* Juniors who signed up for the free SAT practice test: Remember that the practice test will be taking place on Wednesday, April 25th at 1pm. This is the first Wednesday after we get back from the April break, and it is the day of family conferences. Please schedule your family conference for the morning or after 4:30pm so it does not interfere with the test. See Ms. Mandell if you have any questions. *NEW* Family Conference Day is on Wednesday, April 25th. There will be no classes on this day. Families and students are expected to attend conferences. Students: if your parent/guardian hasn’t scheduled a time to meet with your advisor on this day, please have them call or email the advisor as soon as possible. Contact information can be found here: bostonartsacademy.org/who-we-are/faculty-staff/ RISE Music Series @ Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Experience a new way for audiences and musicians to connect. Featuring pop, rock, and hip hop artists performing in the Gardner’s sonic cube, Calderwood Hall. This year, they’re partnering with Berklee to feature talented artists in all RISE Music concerts. Click here to view upcoming concerts. BLACK GIRLS LEAD (BGL) is a seven-day, residential, international leadership conference for young women of color held in New York City, July 29th - August 4th. The mission of the conference is to offer girls aged 13-17 tools and resources to become dynamic leaders, innovators, and public servants. The conference is designed to affirm Black girls' brilliance, to cultivate their leadership skills and to create a safe space for fellowship and sisterhood. Attendees will experience culturally relevant workshops, panel discussions, guest lectures and empowerment circles led by world-class educators, artists, business moguls, research scientists, entertainers and other influencers. Applications are due on Sunday, April 29th. Click here for more information and instructions on how to apply. MetaMovements Youth Arts Ambassadors invite you to join their movement of entrepreneurs using the arts for social change. Positions available in:
Applications are due by Monday, April 30th. Email info@metamovements.com for more information. *NEW* JUNIORS, remember that you are taking the SAT on Saturday, May 5th. If you have not yet registered, please contact Ms. Mandell: room 222 or tmandell@bostonartsacademy.org. YEAR UP Recruitment What: For young adults interested in taking their next step in their journey towards a career & higher education, Year Up’s mission is to close the opportunity divide through a one-year intensive program. This free program serves youth ages 18-24 who receive an educational stipend and earn up to 31 FREE college credit recommendations while taking classes and completing an internship at top companies in Boston to prepare them for a professional career. Where: Year Up, 45 Milk Street, Boston, MA 02109 More info: To learn more, contact Michael at mgoldstein@yearup.org, or call the Admissions Team at 857-305-9990 to RSVP for an upcoming information session. Interested applicants should fill out an online Student Interest Form at http://www.yearup.org/apply. The STEAM Fellowship at the Museum of Fine Art, Boston is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 school year. Passionate, mature, and determined high school Juniors and Seniors are encouraged to apply for this wonderful opportunity. The STEAM Team is the MFA’s exciting new workforce development program and paid fellowship opportunity for Boston teens. Fellows will cultivate workforce development skills while learning about a range of academic and professional options in these fields. Fellows will dive into hands-on experiential learning activities with MFA staff Mentors in each of the corresponding STEAM disciplines and visit local businesses and organizations that are dynamic leaders in the STEAM fields. Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Seniors: Please know that we accept Senior Dues anytime throughout the school year. Senior dues cover a portion of graduation, cap & gown, and the yearbook. You may bring cash or a check, made payable to Boston Arts Academy, to Ms. Gomez in the main office. Senior Dues are $120. Library Survey: Help the library plan for our new space by completing this survey: http://bit.ly/libqa Library Notice: since Boston Arts Academy will be moving to a temporary location, the BAA Library needs to complete an inventory. All BAA library materials need to be returned or renewed in person before Tuesday, May 1st. Please see Ms. D with any questions. BPS Youth Voices "Creativity Takes Courage" Contest. BPS Youth Voices "Creativity Takes Courage" Contest provides young people an opportunity to create purposeful media to express their ideas for driving change in their community and the world beyond. Winners will be announced in 8 categories. Click here for more information. Deadline: Saturday, May 12th. *NEW* MetroHacks is the biggest high school hackathon, or tech gathering and competition, in New England. Students will have the chance to learn 3D printing, construct virtual realities, design artificial intelligence-driven social media platforms, experiment with their own projects, and learn from leaders in the tech industry. High school students ages 13-18 can come, regardless of experience. It will be held at the Harvard Student Organization Center at Hilles in Cambridge, MA, on Saturday, May 19th - Sunday, May 20th. The event is completely free, and meals are provided for all participants. Students who apply by Friday, April 20th will be guaranteed a spot and a T-shirt at the event. Current Tutoring Schedule: Ms. Daniela: M-Th during C block (math help) Ms. Claire: M 1-4, T 2:30-5, Th 2:30-5 Ms. An: W 3-5 Ms. Cara: M 3-4:45 Ms. Susan's writing help: T/Th 3-5 by appointment) The library team is happy to proofread papers. Please email/share to: READ@BostonArtsAcademy.org |
COLLEGE AND CAREER |
*NEW* Boston National College Fair - There will be a National College Fair at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (415 Summer St., Boston, MA 02210) on Thursday, April 12th and Friday, April 13th. For more information, including registration information and a list of participating schools, click here. *DEADLINE THIS WEEK* 2018 Community Engagement Award | Amount: $500 | Deadline: Friday, April 13th. Sponsored by the Harvard College Democrats, this scholarship honors a Boston or Cambridge Public High School student who has shown both leadership and dedication in service to their community. Eligibility is limited to current juniors and seniors in high school, and a letter of recommendation is required. In order to be selected for this award, the student must be able to attend the award ceremony at Harvard on Tuesday, April 24th at 8pm. Click here to learn more and to apply. *DEADLINE THIS WEEK* City of Boston Scholarship | Amount: $2,500 | Deadline: Friday, April 13th. The City of Boston Scholarship program is designed to support higher education, and is available to Boston residents interested in pursuing an undergraduate degree or continuing education in Massachusetts. Click here to learn more and to apply. *DEADLINE THIS WEEK* 2018 Jack and Jill of America, Inc. | Amount: $3,000 | Deadline: Saturday, April 14th. The Newton Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., representing a nationwide family organization, is committed to advancing the cultural, social and academic achievements of African-American children. This scholarship program awards $3,000 annually to outstanding African-American high school seniors, who are based in Massachusetts and entering an accredited 4-year university or college upon graduation. Click here for details and to apply. *NEW* Nan Tierney Scholarship Award | Amount: $2,500 | Deadline: Friday, April 27th. The Nan Tierney Scholarship Award will be granted to two BAA seniors. All seniors who will pursue art studies in college are encouraged to apply. Applications can be downloaded from here, or picked up in the main office. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Massachusetts Scholarship | Amount: $300-$500 | Deadline: Sunday, June 1st. The purpose of the Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Association of Massachusetts, Inc. is to promote education and cultural awareness among the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in Massachusetts. SVGA of Mass. Inc. is offering three scholarships for its Annual Scholarship Awards and is currently accepting applications from College bound students who are: a) St. Vincent and the Grenadines nationals or of Vincentian parentage b) A Non-Vincentian Click here for details and to apply. Ms. LoBrutto will be holding drop-in hours in the Alaska Lab every Wednesday from 3-5pm and Friday 1-3pm. She is available to talk to all grade levels about career and major exploration, standardized testing, the Common App, college essays, financial aid, and scholarships. OTHER RESOURCES – Please visit these websites for helpful financial aid, scholarship, and college readiness info:
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SAVE THE DATES |
For additional details, or for a listing of all events for the school year, please check our website calendar here. Wednesday, April 25 Family Conference Day Location: BAA Wednesday, April 25 Healthy Family Fun Day 8:30-10:45am Location: BAA Friday, May 11 - Saturday, May 12 Dance Springfest, 20th Anniversary Performance Location: Boston University Dance Theatre Thursday, May 31 - Saturday, June 2 Theatre Main Stage Production Location: BAA |
SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES |
Students and families, please click here to explore summer opportunities such as arts programs, academic programs, volunteer and paid positions, and internships. Deadlines vary, but the sooner you apply, the better. Note: this document will be updated as new opportunities become available, so be sure to check back frequently. |
RELOCATION UPDATES! |
We have some updates to share with you about our relocation to the Cleveland Complex in Field’s Corner! Please click here for updates as of March 23, 2018. |
ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR FAMILIES Please also see the “Save the Date” section above for upcoming events, and the appropriate section below for information specific to your student's art major. |
*NEW* The next Family Council meeting is on Tuesday, April 10th at the Haymarket People's Fund (42 Seaverns Ave, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130). The meeting will be held from 6-8pm. Dinner will be provided. Family Council meetings will be held on the second Tuesday of every month for the remainder of the school year. Please note that while spring meetings are currently scheduled to be held at BAA, the location is subject to change based on the Red Sox game schedule. Updates will be provided if there is a location change. To see all notes from this school year's Family Council meetings, please click here. *NEW* BAA will be out of the building for Community Service Day on Wednesday, April 11th and College Visit Day on Thursday, April 26th. All students who have a known life threatening allergy must carry their own epipen on these days. If you have any questions please contact Nurse Jocelyne (jaboujaoude@bostonartsacademy.org). *NEW* Containment Drill: On Thursday, April 12th, we will be holding a containment drill. All public schools in Massachusetts are required to do at least one such drill a year. The purpose is to give the community practice in case we have an emergency where it would be appropriate to have students shelter in place. We know some students and families could be concerned, so we wanted to give you advance notice of the drill. As always, our goal is to keep our community safe and informed. *NEW* Family Conference Day is on Wednesday, April 25th. There will be no classes on this day. Families and students are expected to attend. Parents/Guardians: please call or email your student’s advisor to schedule an appointment. Contact information can be found here: bostonartsacademy.org/who-we-are/faculty-staff/. Families of Seniors: Please know that we accept Senior Dues anytime throughout the school year. Senior dues cover a portion of graduation, cap & gown, and the yearbook. You may send cash or a check, made payable to Boston Arts Academy, to Ms. Gomez in the main office. Senior Dues are $120. Do you shop at Amazon.com? Begin your visit at smile.amazon.com and AmazonSmile will donate to Boston Arts Academy! |
DANCE These are announcements that are specific to the dept; for performances see “SAVE THE DATES.” |
The next orthopedic clinic will be on Thursday, April 12th starting at 3pm. Friday, May 11th & Saturday, May 12th: Springfest 20th Anniversary Performance at Boston University Dance Theater |
FASHION TECHNOLOGY These are announcements that are specific to the dept; for performances see “SAVE THE DATES.” |
SENIORS: Francis E. Walters Scholarship Award | Amount: $2,000 | Deadline: Friday, April 27th. The Francis E. Walters Scholarship Award will be granted to a BAA senior who has a volunteer spirit, and would be primarily a visual artist. The purpose of the scholarship would be to further the student's education and to encourage a continuation of their visual art spirit. Click here for additional details and to apply. SENIORS: Allan Rohan Crite Scholarship | Amount: $500 | Deadline: Friday, April 27th. In memory of Allan Rohan Crite, the African American Women Appreciating Art by African Americans (AAWAAAA) are sponsoring the Allan Rohan Crite Scholarship for African American BAA students who plan to pursue higher education in the visual arts. Applications are available in the main office or can be downloaded from here. The selected students will be granted a $500 scholarship to go toward their education. |
MUSIC These are announcements that are specific to the dept; for performances see “SAVE THE DATES.” |
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THEATRE These are announcements that are specific to the dept; for performances see “SAVE THE DATES.” |
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VISUAL ARTS These are announcements that are specific to the dept; for exhibitions see “SAVE THE DATES.” |
Sophomore Reviews continue this week. Review the schedule to confirm the date and time of your review. Parents are welcome to partake in the review process held in the 4th floor gallery. SENIORS: Francis E. Walters Scholarship Award | Amount: $2,000 | Deadline: Friday, April 27th. The Francis E. Walters Scholarship Award will be granted to a BAA senior who has a volunteer spirit, and would be primarily a visual artist. The purpose of the scholarship would be to further the student's education and to encourage a continuation of their visual art spirit. Click here for additional details and to apply. SENIORS: Allan Rohan Crite Scholarship | Amount: $500 | Deadline: Friday, April 27th. In memory of Allan Rohan Crite, the African American Women Appreciating Art by African Americans (AAWAAAA) are sponsoring the Allan Rohan Crite Scholarship for African American BAA students who plan to pursue higher education in the visual arts. Applications and application requirements are available in the main office or can be downloaded from here. |
Questions or Concerns? For artistic concerns, contact Artistic Dean, Kathleen Marsh: kmarsh@bostonartsacademy.org For academic concerns, including special education and support for English language learners, contact Academic Dean, Joy Bautista: jbautista@bostonartsacademy.org For safety and school culture concerns, contact Dean of Students, Edgar Vasquez: evasquez@bostonartsacademy.org For health concerns, contact Nurse Jocelyne Aboujaoude: jaboujaoude@bostonartsacademy.org For admissions information, contact Admissions Director, Blanca E. Bonilla: bbonilla@bostonartsacademy.org For any concerns, feel free to contact Headmaster, Anne Clark: aclark@bostonartsacademy.org Helpful Links: School Calendar, SIS Login, BAA Handbook for Students & Families, BAA Library |