Weekly Bulletin October 15 - October 19, 2018 | Week 7 |
MESSAGE FROM BAA HEADMASTER, MS. CLARK |
This Tuesday, October 16 at 2:30 at 174 Ipswich Street, we break ground on the new building for Boston Arts Academy, scheduled to open for the 2021-2022 school year. This year's freshmen will be the first seniors to graduate from our new facility. Although we are all very focused on the present and our work together in the Cleveland, it's also important to recognize this important milestone in the history of the school. This new building will enable us to create new opportunities, opportunities we have always wanted to create but until now have not had the facilities to support. This new building will increase the quantity and quality of rehearsal studios available for dance, theatre, and music. This new building will have state-of-the-art fashion and visual arts studios. This new building will have rich STEAM and technology resources. This new building will have amazing performance space: a recital hall that opens up to a rooftop terrace, a black box theatre, and a 500-seat professional theatre. This new building, in short, will allow us to expand opportunity. In addition to expanding our student population, this new building will allow us to expand our reach beyond our student population. This new building will allow us to increase BAA’s offerings for middle school and elementary school BPS students. We imagine expanded summer programs, Saturday programs, school vacation week programs….all free for BPS students. This new building will allow us to establish BAA as a cultural institution that provides access and opportunity, particularly for diverse artists in the city of Boston. We imagine hosting artistic seasons that incorporate our students’ performances and performances by outside artists. We imagine hosting residency companies. We imagine developing a cultural use plan that privileges those artists whose work is currently underrepresented in the city of Boston, many of whom are Boston Arts Academy alumni. I am incredibly grateful to all the members of the Boston Arts Academy community who have helped us reach this point; this moment is many years of advocacy by students, families, and supporters in the making. The award-winning Boston Arts Academy Spirituals Ensemble will be joining the Mayor, the Interim Superintendent, the Treasurer of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and me Tuesday to mark the occasion. I hope we will see some of you there as well. Have a great week! |
CONGRATULATIONS AND SHOUT-OUTS |
Shout out to Quinn Byers and the entire BAA Design Firm, newly named Studio M7, whose design was chosen by Mayor Marty Walsh for their design of the postcard announcing the Ipswich Ground-Breaking ceremony. 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 |
Boch Center Teen Leadership Council. The Teen Leadership Council is a school-year youth employment program specializing in an area of the performing arts (dance, music, or acting) to use the arts for social change in their communities. Teen Leaders will deepen their facilitation and job readiness skills; engage Boston residents in meaningful dialogue about a social justice topic; and operate as change agents in their communities. Click here for more information and to apply. The last audition will take place on Monday, October 15! *NEW* National Honor Society is meeting this Wednesday, October 17 during lunch in Room 108. Come learn about opportunities to serve our community with other NHS students, including our first event making blankets for the Martin Richard Foundation on October 21. *NEW* Do you have a project idea for this year's intersession? Complete this form below to submit your idea to Mr. Flaherty and the intersession committee. Proposals are due by Friday, October 19. Student Leaders - you must fill out the form with an adult co-leader. If you are student looking for an adult co-leader, or have any other questions regarding intersession, please see Mr. Flaherty in Room 207. *NEW* This week the metal detectors were not turned on. Ms. Clark is convening a group of students, families, and staff who would like to discuss the role of metal detectors in the BAA community. Please fill out this form if you would like to be part of the discussion. *NEW* Feeling nervous about your classes? Need something to read/watch/listen to? Need to print? Interested in working with a tutor? Come to the library! The library is open in the mornings before school 7:30am-10 minutes before class, and after school during H block and 30 minutes after! Anytime A-G block you are also welcome with a library pass from your teacher. *NEW* SPREAD the WORD!!! It is with much excitement that the BAA Admissions Office announce that recruitment season for school year 2019-2020 has begun! We are very grateful that you are part of the BAA Community. What could be more valuable than introducing your friends, neighbors and family members to our vibrant community? Please have them visit BAA for one of our Admissions Presentations to learn about our admissions process on any the following Fridays at 10am:
Encourage your friends, neighbors and family to also attend the Audition Workshop scheduled for Saturday, December 8 at 9:30am. Please help us find next year's talented prospective students by spreading the word! We've added a section below called "College and Career". Important information regarding college fairs, financial aid workshops, scholarship opportunities, SAT & PSAT prep, important deadlines, and more will be highlighted in this section. Please be sure to take a look (regardless of your grade level, but especially if you’re a junior or senior). |
COLLEGE AND CAREER |
*NEW* College Essay Boot Camp at Northeastern: On Saturday, October 20, 826 Boston will partner with Northeastern University for their annual College Essay Boot Camp! Students will work with trained tutors to receive one-on-one writing support with their college essays. Students can brainstorm, draft, or revise their essays; tour Northeastern’s campus; and learn about scholarship programs. Breakfast and lunch are included – for free! Click here for more information and to register. |
SAVE THE DATES |
OCTOBER *JUST ADDED* Tuesday, October 30 Afrika Lives! At Boston Arts Academy 12:45-2:30pm Tuesday, October 30 Junior Night: College Admissions At Boston Arts Academy 6:00 - 8:00pm | NOVEMBER *JUST ADDED* Thursday, November 1 Teacher Work Day NO REGULAR CLASSES Wednesday, November 7 Boston Performing and Visual Arts College Fair At Emmanuel College - Jean Yawkey Center 6:30-8:30pm Monday, November 12 NO SCHOOL Veterans Day Wednesday, November 14 Family Conference Day At Boston Arts Academy **There will be no classes on this day Thursday, November 22 - Friday, November 23 NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Recess | DECEMBER Saturday, December 1 Senior Dance Project At Boston University Dance Theater 3:00pm & 7:00pm Tuesday, December 4 Senior VA Exhibition Opening At Boston Arts Academy 4:00 - 6:00pm Saturday, December 8 FAFSA Workshop for Students and Families At Boston Arts Academy 10:00am - 12:00pm Tuesday, December 18 - Thursday, December 20 Winterfest Various Locations Monday, December 24 - Tuesday, January 1 NO SCHOOL Winter Recess |
For additional details, or for a listing of all events for the school year, please check our website calendar here. |
INFORMATION FOR PARENTS, GUARDIANS, AND CAREGIVERS Please also see the “SAVE THE DATES” section above for upcoming events, and the appropriate art section below for information specific to your student's art major |
*NEW* This week the metal detectors were not turned on. Ms. Clark is convening a group of students, families, and staff who would like to discuss the role of metal detectors in the BAA community. Please fill out this form if you would like to be part of the discussion. The mobile eye clinic is coming back to BAA! In 2016, 20/20, an on-site eye doctor providing eye exams for students from a state-of-the-art mobile clinic, launched a pilot partnership to service the Boston Public School District with eye exams and free corrective eyewear. We are pleased to inform you that 20/20 will be coming back to Boston Arts Academy on Monday, October 22. Families who would like for their student to receive this service, please complete this consent form and return it to Nurse Jocelyne. The following services are provided from this van:
COVERED BY INSURANCE: 100% covered by MassHealth (No co-pay required) *NEW* Grade 9 Families: All 9th grade students will be having their Humanities 1 Exhibition, Afrika Lives!, on Tuesday, October 30 from 12:45-2:30pm. This interdisciplinary arts and academic exhibition is one of our oldest traditions at BAA. It represents our belief that having students demonstrate their interdisciplinary thinking and learning in a public, authentic way deepens the learning. We encourage 9th grade families to join us. (Please try to arrive at Boston Arts Academy by 12:30pm so as not to miss our wonderful performances.) *NEW* Is your child feeling nervous about their classes? Are they looking for something to read/watch/listen to? Are they interested in working with a tutor? Have them come to the library! The library is open in the mornings before school 7:30AM-10 minutes before class, and after school during H block and 30 minutes after! We support students through arranging for tutors, providing classroom supports like printers and computers, and providing a friendly homework space. *NEW* Eviction and Homelessness Supports. Are you at risk of being evicted from your home? Do you need information about resources that can help you stay in your home? The organization City Life/Vida Urbana (www.clvu.org) has great information about your rights as tenants or homeowners. BPS also provides support for students who are homeless through the Homeless Education Resource Network. For more information, please contact Dr. Jackman at 617-543-7047 or cjackman@bostonartsacademy.org. |
DANCE These announcements are specific to Dance majors; for performances, see “SAVE THE DATES” above |
It’s important students arrive to class prepared to dance. Click here for the BAA Dance Department Dress Code. Dance Department Performance Fee $30 is due. Payment can be cash or check. *NEW* Thursday, October 18 - Master Class with Nicole Walcott and Larry Keigwin - sponsored by World Music/CRASHarts. The next orthopedic clinic will be on Thursday, October 18 starting at 3pm. *NEW* Friday, October 19 - BAA Room A-242 Dance Performance Group Mandatory Meeting immediately following Advisory. The Racines Black Dance Festival returns, offering an unmatched opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich legacy of Black Dance. A general admission performance will open the Festival on Friday, October 19 at Roxbury Community College. Following that, on October 20-21, join us at the Boston Conservatory for a dance-packed weekend! Sample from Afrobeat, Waacking, Guinean, Samba da Bahia, Hip-hop, Tap, Sabar, Locking, Lindy-Hop, Afro-Cuban and more, with master classes for all levels of dancers and students. You can check out the 2018 Workshop schedule here. Classes are $10 for students, and tickets to Friday’s performance are $5 when you use the discount code “community”. Wednesday, October 24 - Senior Dance Project panel showing 3:00 - 6:00pm in room/studio 242. Tuesday, October 30 - Afrika Lives - with Artist in Residence, Joh Camara and 9th grade dance majors. Click here for additional dance dates. |
FASHION TECHNOLOGY These announcements are specific to Fashion majors; for exhibitions, see “SAVE THE DATES” above |
$30 fashion program fee is due and can be paid by cash or check. |
MUSIC These announcements are specific to Music majors; for performances, see “SAVE THE DATES” above |
*NEW* Orchestra auditions for the musical, Memphis will be held from 3:30-4:30pm on Monday, October 15. Results will be posted Tuesday, October 16. Rehearsals will begin Wednesday, October 17th and continue Monday-Thursday from 4:00-5:00pm. *NEW* Student-led ensembles started rehearsing on On Friday, October 12. Those ensembles include: Gospel Ensemble, Roots Ensemble, and Culture Ensembles. They will rehearse every Friday from 1:00-3:00pm. All music students interested in practicing during lunch must get approval from their technique teacher. $30 music department fee is due and can be paid by cash or check. The Boston Arts Academy Spirituals Ensemble will be singing at the groundbreaking ceremony at 174 Ipswich Street on Tuesday, October 16 at 2:30pm. Students will be taking public transportation to the site and should bring performance clothes to school. Junior or senior music students who are interested in leading a student-led ensemble should see Mr. Sutton for application details. Student-led ensemble rehearse from 1:00-3:00pm on Fridays. |
THEATRE These announcements are specific to Theatre majors; for performances, see “SAVE THE DATES” above |
Thank you to all of the families that have turned in their theatre dues; we have well over 30 dues submitted. Those that have yet to do so, we really need your help and thank you in advance! The Theatre Department is excited to take part in the Hamilton Education Program. In doing so the entire department will be able to see Hamilton on Thursday, October 18. |
VISUAL ARTS These announcements are specific to VA majors; for exhibitions, see “SAVE THE DATES” above |
Families of Visual Art students, please remember to send departmental fees of $30 to BAA. *NEW* Reminder: Open Studio is required once a week for all VA students - 9th grade are exempt term 1. Your HW grade depends on the number of weeks you attend Open Studios. *NEW* Studio M7 members, please remember that you meet during lunch daily and H block on Thursdays. National Portfolio Day, held at Hynes Convention Center, Boston is on Sunday, October 21. For more information, visit smfa.tufts.edu/admissions/portfolio-day Juniors considering attending an arts college are encouraged to observe the day. Seniors considering attending an arts college are encouraged to participate in the event. Bring your portfolio and speak with representatives from over 60 different art schools. You may even get accepted to one! In addition, the VA department will be organizing its own arts college BAA Portfolio Day, in our space on Monday, October 22, during H Block. The list of participating colleges is growing and will be posted here, closer to the event. |
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 |
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