Weekly Bulletin October 9 - October 13, 2017 | Week 7 |
MESSAGE FROM BAA HEADMASTER, MS. CLARK |
One of our shared values at Boston Arts Academy is community with social responsibility, and we’re encouraging students to interpret community broadly this week. We have all been concerned by the destruction and heartbreak the recent hurricanes and earthquakes have caused. Each day this week, leading up to Thursday’s town meetings, we will be highlighting through announcements different places that have been affected: Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Barbuda, Anguilla, St. Croix, St. Thomas, St. John, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Dominica, and Mexico. We will also be sharing with students how they can help and posting places to donate on bulletin boards on the second floor of BAA. At our town meetings on Thursday this week, we’ll ask students to share their ideas: How can we as a Boston Arts Academy support those affected as Artists, Scholars, and Global Citizens? I’ve always been impressed by our students’ generous, creative spirits, and I’m looking forward to hearing their thoughts. Have a great week! |
CONGRATULATIONS AND SHOUT OUTS |
**CORRECTION** Shout-out to Daija Siguenza and Kiana Caceda for volunteering at the BAA library this past week. Great job! Shout out to Peter George, who performed at the opening night celebration of Boston Fashion Week. Boston Fashion Week did a fundraiser to support BAA's new fashion program; shout outs should also go to Ms. Valentin and Ms. Polito who also joined Ms. Denella Clark on stage to represent BAA! Shout out to freshman Jurell White for speaking to an audience at Harvard Graduate School of Education about the importance of student voice and student leadership! Thank you to the 65 families who joined us for Open House last week! |
ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR ALL STUDENTS Please also see the appropriate section below for information specific to your art major. |
Attention students and families: Boston Public Schools has teamed up with Sprint to provide internet access to high school students who do not have internet access at home. The 1 Million Project is a grant that BPS received at the end of last year. No cost to students and families for the device, data, and service. Please complete this survey (https://goo.gl/EGsVof) to be eligible. The survey will also be linked on the library website and iPads. The library will be offering a study hall during H block moving forward. This will be a quiet, productive space where students are welcome to bring homework, use our computers, work with tutors, or listen to music through headphones, but conversation will not be welcome. Stop by the library during H block any day to come study with us! SENIORS: 2018 Class Rings. On Wednesday, October 11th and Friday, October 13th, Mike McCann, a representative from Jostens, will be onsite to provide information on the purchasing of 2018 class rings. Seniors, if you are interested in purchasing a class ring, please see Mr. McCann in the cafeteria during lunch on October 11th or 13th. On Thursday, October 12th, the BAA community will be holding Grade-Level Town Hall Meetings during Seminar. Meeting locations will be announced. Gallery Opening Reception: Naoe Suzuki - "Lost and Found". On Thursday, October 12th, 5-7pm, BAA will host an opening reception for conceptual artist, Naoe Suzuki. Suzuki will be presenting Lost and Found, the second part of her project as the Artist-in-Residence at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Suzuki explores the interconnectedness of meaning between knowledge and belief, bringing forth forgotten beliefs and asks us what is legitimate, what we may have lost, what we still believe, and what we hope to find. Please join us! Fall Teen Night at the ICA. Join the ICA Teen Arts Council for an unforgettable Teen Night! Friday, October 13th, 6-9pm. Organized by teens for teens, the evening features teen-led art tours, art-making activities, and youth performances in the coolest theater in Boston, the Barbara Lee Family Theater. Visit icateens.org for more details on activities. SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS: On Saturday, October 14th, all 10th and 11th graders have a required PSAT exam here at BAA, 7:30am - 12noon. EmersonWRITES is an urban, creative writing lab offering FREE college-style workshops to students grades 8-12 enrolled in a Greater Boston public or charter school. Their teachers are graduate students in Emerson's MFA/MA program in Writing and Publishing, and have been trained to teach college-level writing in the award-winning First-Year Writing Program. EmersonWRITES is guided by the principle that writing is essential to intellectual engagement, self-representation, and access to opportunity. This program seeks to foster individual voice and empowerment through the written word. This program begins on Saturday, October 14th, so apply today! Student Government Elections will take place on Monday, October 16th, during Advisory. The elected representatives will be announced on Tuesday, October 17th. Please read your candidates’ platform statements on the Student Government Bulletin Board outside of the Health & Wellness Office! 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. (**Note, the website says the application deadline is Saturday, September 30th, but that deadline has been extended. Interested students can still apply.) Boch Center’s Teen Leadership Council. The Teen Leadership Council is a 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 work collaboratively to create an educational performance and arts-based workshop on a social justice topic. 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 to learn more or here to register. Applications are due Sunday, October 15th. There are several events happening this week at MassArt that we hope you'll consider attending. All events are free and open to the public:
ROOTS Boston. ROOTS Boston is a youth leadership conference that aims to empower youth in Boston to be catalysts for the change they want to see in their community. ROOTS Boston is free and open to all Boston students grades 6- 12. At this conference, students can:
ROOTS Boston will take place on Saturday, October 21st from 8:30am – 4pm at the Bruce C. Bolling Municipal Building, 6th floor. Click here to register. Library Raffle: The library is hosting a raffle. Earn tickets by helping the librarians or helping other students. Students can also earn one ticket by completing the Reading Survey. See Ms. D or Ms. Marz for details. Tutors: Need help with an assignment? Tutor available in the library on Tuesday and Thursdays 3-5pm by sign-up only. Please see or email Ms. D to sign up (read@bostonartsacademy.org). Juniors and Seniors: If you are interested in being a tutor, please see Ms. D. This can count as NHS service hours and looks good on college applications. |
COLLEGE AND CAREER dates and deadlines |
Did you know the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) awards financial aid money to eligible students on a first-come, first-served basis? Don't be the last one to fill it out! Start your FAFSA today! Federal Student Financial aid through the FAFSA is now available. Apply today to make sure you get the maximum amount you can. www.fafsa.ed.gov. October is College Month in Boston Public Schools! Please click here to learn about available resources and support services, and to view a downloadable calendar and checklist. JUNIORS: Free SAT Prep & College Admissions Guidance. Applying to college can be overwhelming, but Let’s Get Ready is here to help! Let’s Get Ready begins with the College Access Program, a 9-week curriculum administered by trained college student Coaches that includes SAT prep, college application guidance, college visits, and more. The program is provided at no cost to high school seniors and juniors with qualifying financial need. Programs are offered during the fall, spring and summer and are built upon close partnerships with colleges, high schools and community organizations. There is currently a waitlist for the Boston program, but by signing up today, you will be alerted when the spring program begins. JUNIORS: Junior Families MEFA College Admissions Seminar - Wednesday, October 11th, 6-8pm at BAA. An experienced Massachusetts Education Finance Administration representative will provide an overview of college admissions, including building the college list, the college application process and basics of financial aid. This seminar is geared toward juniors and their parents. The goal of the seminar is the prepare juniors for their senior year. The seminar will also include information on testing, admissions trends, additional resources and tools to assist you in the admissions process. SENIORS: All seniors are REQUIRED to attend an informational session about requesting recommendation letters, hosted by Ms. Lobrutto and Ms. Mandell. You will receive information and materials about recommendation letters and how to professionally ask for them, and attending the info session will be part of your Seminar grade. The info session will be held two times, so please come to whichever one you are able: Wednesday, October 11th or Thursday, October 12th, both from 11:45-noon in room 221 (Flaherty's room). Please be on time! Hispanic College & Career Fair. On Monday, October 16th, 9:30am-12:30pm, students are invited to participate in the Hispanic College & Career Fair at Mount Ida College. Transportation will be provided. Interested students must sign up in Ms. Hairston’s office by Friday, October 13th. Because this event will take place during blocks A, C, and E (Seminar), participating students should check-in with their teachers about assignments that are due, and with a classmate about content that was missed that day. SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS: On Saturday, October 14th, all 10th and 11th graders have a required PSAT exam here at BAA, 7:30am - 12noon. BAA College & Career Fair. On Friday, October 27th, BAA will be hosting a College & Career Fair in the cafeteria. Over 30 Colleges and Organizations will be present to provide information about their programs and to answer any questions you may have. Ms. LoBrutto will be holding drop-in hours in the Alaska Lab every Wednesday from 4:00pm-6:00pm and Friday 1:00pm-3:00pm. 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. Boston National Portfolio Day is Sunday, October 22nd @ Hynes Convention Center (900 Boylston Street, Boston). This event is from 12-4pm. National Portfolio Day is an annual event, held in multiple locations across the United States and Canada, produced specifically for emerging visual artists and designers. It is an opportunity for those who wish to pursue an education in art and design to meet one on one with professional representatives from colleges and universities who are accredited. For more information or to register, click here. |
SAVE THE DATES |
For additional details, or for a listing of all events for the school year, please check our website calendar here. Thursday, October 26 Building meeting, 6pm at Boston Arts Academy: Please come learn about the plans for the new building, the plans for the "swing space" in Dorchester, and the timeline for project approval, the move, and the construction project. Representatives from Boston Public Schools and the architectural team will present. Saturday, October 28 BPS will host its 3rd Open House and provide BPS alumni and the entire Boston community with the resources and opportunities to learn about local industries, resident services, career exploration and preparation, etc. The day will consist of interactive workshops geared toward educating and preparing our students. Examples include: Resume building, LinkedIn profile support, Cash Management, Career Exploration, and much more. Click here for additional details and to register. Saturday, November 4 2017 BPS City-wide College & Career Fair. Boston Public Schools invites all middle and high school students to begin preparing to take the next step toward their future, by attending this city-wide college & career fair. The fair has been rescheduled and will now take place on Saturday, November 4th, from 10am-1pm, at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center, 1350 Tremont Street, Roxbury, MA 02120. Participating colleges and universities throughout the country will be available to share information about their school’s programs. There will also be a number of local career agencies and college access organizations on site. Additionally, students and families will be able to participate in FAFSA completion sessions onsite! For a listing of all participating exhibitors, please click here. Saturday, November 11 Senior Dance Project at Boston University Dance Theater. Showtimes are 3pm and 7pm. Tuesday, November 14 Family Conference Day. There will be no classes on this day. Families and students are expected to attend. |
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. |
Message regarding absences and tardies. When a student is absent or tardy, a call is automatically generated by Boston Public Schools’ central office asking parents to call or write a note. At BAA, it is most important that you send a written note if you want to excuse the absence or tardy; a phone call is not needed. Notes must be received within 5 school days of the date of the absence or tardy in order to be considered for approval. Attention students and families: Boston Public Schools has teamed up with Sprint to provide internet access to high school students who do not have internet access at home. The 1 Million Project is a grant that BPS received at the end of last year. No cost to students and families for the device, data, and service. Please complete this survey (https://goo.gl/EGsVof) to be eligible. Donations needed for Nurse's Office. Please consider donating the following items if you are able. You can drop these items off at BAA - Attn: Nurse Aboujaoude. You can also order them directly through AmazonSmile (select Boston Arts Academy Foundation) and BAA will get a % of the purchase donated as well. Here are the needed items: Lysol wipes, Lysol spray, Hand sanitizer, Hand Cream, Tissue boxes, Sandwich Bags, Sanitary napkins/tampons, Cough Drops, Advil (200mg). On Tuesday, October 10th, 5:30-7:30pm, we will hold our first Board of Trustees Meeting of the school year. The Boston Arts Academy Board of Trustees sets the overall mission, philosophy, and policies of the school; provides fiduciary oversight; and supports the fundraising activities of the school. The Board is comprised of representatives of ProArts Consortium institutions, BAA faculty members, parents/guardians, one student, and community members with a range of professional expertise. These meetings are open to the community and generally take place in BAA’s Assembly Hall. The next Family Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 14th, 6:30-8pm. Dinner will be provided. Meeting will be held in room 133, first floor conference room. $20K for 20 Campaign, Chaired by Talia Rivera and Tonya Todesco, Caregivers Class of 2019 The 2017-18 school year is Boston Arts Academy’s 20th! As part of our year-long celebrations, the Boston Arts Academy Foundation is challenging the Boston Arts Academy community (caregivers, students, faculty, friends, and staff) to raise $20,000. It would be a great honor to be able to announce during our 20th Anniversary Weekend celebration scheduled for May 18 - 20, 2018, that this community has come together to support the school in such a meaningful way. The easiest way to participate is to make a gift online at bostonartsacademy.org/20kfor20. You can also easily leave a gift in the donation box in the school's lobby. We look forward to your participation! |
DANCE These are announcements that are specific to the dept; for performances see “SAVE THE DATES.” |
Dance clothing is available for purchase in the dance office on Mondays during lunch. There is a limited supply, so students should also purchase dance attire online. See BAA Handbook for details. Orthopedic Clinic At Boston Arts Academy: The Sports Medicine doctors from Children's Hospital will be holding free orthopedic clinics every month for all dance majors. The first clinic will be held on Wednesday, October 18th, 3-4:30pm. Dancers can sign up in the Dance office if they would like to see the physician. Saturday, November 11th - Senior Dance Project at Boston University Dance Theater. Performances at 3pm and 7pm. Friday, December 8th - Master Class with Sean Curran, New York University Dance Department Chairperson @ NYU TISCH. **This Master Class will include an Audition for NYU’s summer dance program. Friday, December 15th - Dance Theater of Harlem Masterclass taught by Robert Garland. 10:50am-12:10pm. Saturday, December 16th - Dance Theater of Harlem Summer Dance Audition
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FASHION TECHNOLOGY These are announcements that are specific to the dept; for performances see “SAVE THE DATES.” |
No announcements. |
MUSIC These are announcements that are specific to the dept; for performances see “SAVE THE DATES.” |
No announcements. |
THEATRE These are announcements that are specific to the dept; for performances see “SAVE THE DATES.” |
If you are interested in Actor’s Shakespeare’s after school program, please apply now; Remember they have scholarships available. Please follow this link to apply, and to get answers for any questions you might have. |
VISUAL ARTS These are announcements that are specific to the dept; for exhibitions see “SAVE THE DATES.” |
The Visual Arts Department is pleased to announce Artist in Residence, Naoe Suzuki. She is presently installing a conceptual art installation “Lost and Found” in the Gordon Gallery. In conjunction with this work is an opportunity for the BAA community to write about lost objects in the 4th floor hallway gallery. There will be a reception for her on Thursday, October 12th (5-7pm). All are invited. The Visual Arts Department will be hosting a National Portfolio Day Pre-Session on Friday, October 20th after school for seniors applying to arts colleges. Stay tuned for which college admissions representatives attending. Boston National Portfolio Day is Sunday, October 22nd @ Hynes Convention Center (900 Boylston Street, Boston). This event is from 12-4pm. National Portfolio Day is an annual event, held in multiple locations across the United States and Canada, produced specifically for emerging visual artists and designers. It is an opportunity for those who wish to pursue an education in art and design to meet one on one with professional representatives from colleges and universities who are accredited. For more information or to register, click here. On Mondays, upper house classes end at 2:55pm; Lower house classes end after G block (2:10pm). Mac Lab (Room 317) Open Studio Hours: Monday-Wednesday during H Block (3-4:30pm) |
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: jbaustista@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 |