Weekly Bulletin January 21 - January 25, 2019 | Week 20 |
MESSAGE FROM BAA HEADMASTER, MS. CLARK |
Last Thursday, our dancers were honored to perform at the annual MLK celebration at the Strand. Last Saturday, the Spirituals Ensemble was honored to perform at one of Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley's local swearing in events. The honor comes from the opportunity to celebrate such important people and the opportunity to mark such important moments in history. MLK Day celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King's life and his message, a message that is central to our work as Artist-Scholar-Citizens. Martin Luther King, Jr. once wrote about the "creative" and "dedicated" being the people who make the world better. Since we began the school in 1998, that sentiment has been a guiding principle at BAA. My greatest hope is that our students will become the creative leaders we need in our communities, leaders who in the words of Dr. King are "molders of consensus" and who uplift humanity with meaning and purpose. I wish the entire BAA community a Happy MLK day, a good week continuing Intersession, and I look forward to seeing you all Friday night, as we honor Congresswoman Pressley, who will be joining us, at the Strand for our "Memphis" production. |
CONGRATULATIONS AND SHOUT-OUTS |
Shout out to Neiliana Lebron who, as a member of the Boston Student Advisory Council, is eligible to participate in the BSAC Civic Engagement & Leadership course. The aim of this course is to have students engage in analysis of community and system-level issues in education and define issues in their communities, as well as understand their role in impacting their own educational experiences. Shout out to Anthony Carballo-Soto who has been invited to sing at Vocal Star in LA this June. He will be performing in front of record producers and industry experts. Shout out to Andre Robinson and Justin Dimanche for helping with the Music Tech Lab move/classroom switch. Ms. Rivelli really appreciates their help. Shout out to Alexis Maxwell and Malik Mitchell. Both were accepted artistically into an elite BFA Theatre Program at SMU, Dallas TX. Congratulations to the following students on their college acceptances:
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) |
CALENDAR OF EVENTS |
JANUARY Monday, January 21 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day; NO SCHOOL Friday, January 18 - Friday, January 25 - Intersession Week Friday, January 25 - Saturday, January 26 - BAA Musical Production: "Memphis" @ The Strand Theatre, 543 Columbia Road, Dorchester Monday, January 28 - Term 3/Semester 2 begins FEBRUARY Friday, February 1 - BAA Audition Day 1 | NO REGULAR CLASSES Saturday, February 2 - BAA Audition Day 2 Tuesday, February 5 - Special Schedule for Honor Roll Assemblies Tuesday, February 5 - BAA Music Showcase @ home.stead bakery & cafe, 5:00pm Tuesday, February 5 - BAA Family Council Meeting, 6:00-8:00pm Wednesday, February 6 - Thursday, February 7 - MCAS Biology Retest Friday, February 15 - BAA Talent Show Monday, February 18 - NO SCHOOL, Presidents’ Day Tuesday, February 19 - Friday, February 22 - NO SCHOOL, February Break Monday, February 25 - Students Return from February Break For additional details, or for a listing of all events for the school year, please check our website calendar here. |
ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR ALL STUDENTS Please also see the appropriate section below for information specific to your art major |
*NEW* SENIORS: We look forward to meeting with you again for your final year in humanities. In order to begin our work this semester, you are asked to craft a definition of art in a formal essay due on the first day of class. If you did not already get the assignment, it is posted outside of Mr. Sullivan's room (rm 104). *NEW* This week in the main office we are selling a limited number of tickets for BAA students to see Memphis at a discounted price: $3 for the preview show on Thursday, January 24, 7:30pm $5 for shows on Friday (7:30pm) and Saturday (2pm or 7:30pm) Tickets purchased at the door will be $10. MLK Day of Service, Monday, January 21, 2:00-5:00pm. On MLK’s birthday, thousands of volunteers come together for an afternoon of service projects at Central Square locations. In just three short hours, volunteers of all ages and backgrounds work on projects ranging from making Valentines to sorting food for city food pantries. It’s a unique opportunity for neighbors to work side by side to accomplish something for those in need. Click here to register! *NEW* Young People Sought for Mattapan Neighborhood Council. The Mattapan Neighborhood Council seeks educators to encourage their students who live in the greater Mattapan area to run for election to the council. One-third of the board is reserved for those who are 16-35 years of age. See this flyer for more information. *NEW* Fashion Tech Sewciety will be holding a "Group 2" round of model auditions on Wednesday, January 23 during H Block for students who were unable to attend last week. Students who attended first call are unable to audition again. *NEW* Interested in science careers? On Wednesday, January 30 during lunch in room A-119, scientists from Vertex labs will hold a science careers panel. This is your time to find out the various paths to science careers, and ask questions of working scientists. Pizza lunch is provided for the first 25 students who sign up using this form! *NEW* Fashion Tech Sewciety Club will be meeting every Thursday during lunch time. The club is open to all majors. *NEW* SPREAD THE WORD!!! BAA AUDITIONS 2019 | Friday, February 1st & Saturday, February 2nd, 2019 at 8:30am | Help us in finding next year's talented prospective students by spreading the word about BAA Auditions! Encourage your friends, neighbors, and family to apply to audition here! *Registration is not required. *NEW* Seniors! Nominate your classmates for the superlatives in the yearbook at this link. We will vote on the top nominations in February. Volunteer Opportunity: The William E. Russell Elementary School is seeking volunteers to help at their Multicultural Night on Wednesday, March 13. They are looking for students who are interested in leading a break out session (cultural dance, drumming, art, etc.), performing at the event, or choreographing basic dances for their students to perform. If you are interested, please contact Elizabeth Reynolds Lupo at ereynoldslupo@bostonpublicschools.org. |
COLLEGE AND CAREER |
*NEW* The Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative | Amount: up to $10,000 annually | Deadline: Friday, January 25. The Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation supports theatre education opportunities for underserved young people and under-resourced public schools around the United States. For students pursuing a career in theatre demonstrating academic achievement and financial needs, the initiative offers a university scholarship. Learn more and apply here. Berkshire Bank NeXt Gen Scholars | Amount: $2,500 | Deadline: Thursday, January 31. Dreaming of being able to further your education, but not sure how to pay for it? Here is your chance to earn a scholarship award from Berkshire Bank through our NeXt Gen Scholars program. Our NeXt Gen Scholars embody academic excellence while also sharing our company's commitment to community service and volunteerism. Recipients reflect our own values of Respect, Integrity, Guts, Having Fun and Teamwork, and at their core possess an unsurpassed passion to improve the lives of those around them. Learn more about the application and selection process here. JFK-GE Foundation STEM Scholarship Program | Amount: $2,500 | Thursday, February 7. Calling all BPS seniors with a passion for science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM)! The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation and GE Foundation have established a scholarship program to assist high school seniors graduating from a BPS School who plan to continue their education in college majoring in a STEM field of study. Click here for more information and to apply. *NEW* Red Pine Scholars Program | Amount: up to $20,000 annually | Friday, February 15. Red Pine supports high school seniors and recent graduates from Massachusetts who have demonstrated academic excellence and are planning to attend competitive colleges as freshmen. If accepted into the program, students receive a four-year scholarship of up to $20,000 annually, plus individual mentoring and funding for enrichment opportunities. More details and the application link can be found here. *NEW* The Yawkey Scholars Program | Amount: up to $25,000 annually | Friday, February 15. For high school seniors residing in Massachusetts, engaged in a mentor relationship, and applying to at least one competitive private college or university, the Yawkey Scholars Program offers a 4-year renewable scholarship. Click here to learn more. *NEW* The Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award | Amount: up to $10,000 | Monday, March 4. Open to underclassmen as well as seniors, this scholarship invites classical instrumentalists, vocalists, and composers to apply for this award that can be used towards their continued study of music. Winners of the award will also have the opportunity to perform on NPR’s From the Top. Click here to learn more. NAWAMA Visual Arts Scholarship | Amount: $1,500 | Deadline: Monday, April 1. The Massachusetts Chapter of the National Association of Women Artists, Inc. (www.nawama.org) fosters and promotes awareness and interest in visual art created by women in the United States. We strive to encourage contemporary and emerging artists through exhibitions, educational programs and scholarships. In keeping with its mission, NAWAMA is awarding two $1,500 scholarships to two 2019 graduates. Eligibility: Any female student who will be graduating from a Massachusetts High School. The candidate must be attending college in the fall of 2019 with a major in Fine Arts. Click here to apply or email Scholarship Chair Rosalie Cuticchia at rosaliec333@gmail.com for an application. Let’s Get Ready College Access Program. Let’s Get Ready is 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. Each 9-week program includes:
Click here for more information and to apply! Scholarships: Going Merry is an awesome new scholarship website. It makes it simple to find and apply for scholarships, just like the Common App has done for college applications! Click here to check it out! Here’s an additional resource for scholarships: studentscholarships.org. |
INFORMATION FOR PARENTS, GUARDIANS, AND CAREGIVERS Please also see the “CALENDAR OF EVENTS” section above for upcoming events, and the appropriate art section below for information specific to your student's art major |
*NEW* This week is Intersession week! Intersession is one week where regular class structures are exchanged with time for our students, our faculty/staff, and community partners to explore deep learning in one particular area or topic. The goal is to design and carry out student-centered experiences in which adults are co-learners; honoring play, exploration, and trust in the creative process; and experiencing deep learning while building community. During this week, most Intersession sessions will begin between 8:30-9am, and end between 2-2:30pm; on Friday, school will end and students will be dismissed for lunch at our regularly scheduled time of 12:40pm. (Students who are participating in our production of Memphis will follow a different schedule.) If you have any additional questions about your student’s schedule this week, please call the main office at 617-635-6470. *NEW* Term 2/Semester 1 marks closed on Wednesday, January 16. Term 2 report cards will be mailed home and published on the Family Portal in Aspen on Friday, January 25. Tech Rehearsal for MEMPHIS. From January 18 through January 25, many of our students will be preparing for the musical, MEMPHIS. It takes many long hours of technical rehearsals to create the set, lights and costumes for such a big show. Your student has been working hard to learn their part, and January 18-25 is when we will combine all the elements for performances on January 25 and 26. Students involved with the production are expected to be at the Strand Theatre (543 Columbia Road, Dorchester) January 21-27; the rehearsal schedule, along with additional details, can be found here. We are also looking for support with meals during tech week. If you are able to donate food or volunteer to make a meal, please sign up here! *NEW* The BAA Family Council merchandise committee is looking for volunteers to help sell merchandise during Memphis. For not more information, please contact Family Council Co-Chairs Fatima Rodrigues (Capeverde197514@yahoo.com) and Jennifer Lopez (jlo@me.com).
Rosie’s Place is here for YOU! Rosie’s Place is a community center that supports and empowers women by providing access to services in the Boston area. We offer support to families at the Boston Arts Academy.
We can help! We speak English, Español, Portugues, and Haitian Kreyol. We can connect with translator for all other languages. Contact Dr. Jackman, Dean of Health and Wellness at: 617-635-6470 ext. 32389 for a referral or Rosie’s Place helpline advocate, Mercedes Garcia-Arias at: 617-442-9322 ext. 412. |
DANCE These announcements are specific to Dance majors; for performances, see “CALENDAR OF EVENTS” above |
SEEKING FOOD DONATIONS DURING INTERSESSION WEEK. During Intersession week (January 18th to January 25th), approximately 75 of our students will be at the Strand Theatre rehearsing for the musical Memphis. We are seeking family donations of food, restaurant gift cards, grocery store cards, and any other food/drink items to help support the students with healthy meals and snacks. Please fill out this form or contact Tynika Booth at tbooth@bostonartsacademy.org if you are able to donate a food item, or if you can volunteer to make a meal. Thank you to those who have already signed up! *NEW* Wednesday, January 23 - Nederlands Dans Theater Master Class, 10-11:45am. *NEW* Friday, February 1 - University of the Arts (Philadelphia) Master Class, 1-2:30pm. Click here for additional dance dates. |
FASHION TECHNOLOGY These announcements are specific to Fashion majors; for exhibitions, see “CALENDAR OF EVENTS” above |
SEEKING FOOD DONATIONS DURING INTERSESSION WEEK. During Intersession week (January 18th to January 25th), approximately 75 of our students will be at the Strand Theatre rehearsing for the musical Memphis. We are seeking family donations of food, restaurant gift cards, grocery store cards, and any other food/drink items to help support the students with healthy meals and snacks. Please fill out this form or contact Tynika Booth at tbooth@bostonartsacademy.org if you are able to donate a food item, or if you can volunteer to make a meal. Thank you to those who have already signed up! |
MUSIC These announcements are specific to Music majors; for performances, see “CALENDAR OF EVENTS” above |
SEEKING FOOD DONATIONS DURING INTERSESSION WEEK. During Intersession week (January 18th to January 25th), approximately 75 of our students will be at the Strand Theatre rehearsing for the musical Memphis. We are seeking family donations of food, restaurant gift cards, grocery store cards, and any other food/drink items to help support the students with healthy meals and snacks. Please fill out this form or contact Tynika Booth at tbooth@bostonartsacademy.org if you are able to donate a food item, or if you can volunteer to make a meal. Thank you to those who have already signed up! Sophomore Recitals will take place March 11-15. Vocalists will perform Monday, March 11 and Tuesday, March 12. Instrumentalists will perform March 12-15. Senior Recitals (Venues TBD)
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THEATRE These announcements are specific to Theatre majors; for performances, see “CALENDAR OF EVENTS” above |
SEEKING FOOD DONATIONS DURING INTERSESSION WEEK. During Intersession week (January 18th to January 25th), approximately 75 of our students will be at the Strand Theatre rehearsing for the musical Memphis. We are seeking family donations of food, restaurant gift cards, grocery store cards, and any other food/drink items to help support the students with healthy meals and snacks. Please fill out this form or contact Tynika Booth at tbooth@bostonartsacademy.org if you are able to donate a food item, or if you can volunteer to make a meal. Thank you to those who have already signed up! BAA presents…Memphis at the Strand Theatre: January 25 and 26. Parents of 9th grade students, please remember that the freshman class usher all of the theatre department’s main stage shows and their days will run into the evening. All 9th grade students received the ushering schedule on January 10th. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Rodrigues. Thank you to the parents and caregivers that have turned in this year’s $30 theatre dues. This is a reminder to those that have not, please do so as soon as you can. Senior Theatre Majors College Audition trip to Chicago Unified Auditions February 4-6. Advanced senior theatre majors who must audition in person for college and conservatory BFA programs will be traveling to Chicago to attend the national auditions. There will be a pullout for these students on February 4-6. Students must make up all missed work. |
VISUAL ARTS These announcements are specific to VA majors; for exhibitions, see “CALENDAR OF EVENTS” above |
SEEKING FOOD DONATIONS DURING INTERSESSION WEEK. During Intersession week (January 18th to January 25th), approximately 75 of our students will be at the Strand Theatre rehearsing for the musical Memphis. We are seeking family donations of food, restaurant gift cards, grocery store cards, and any other food/drink items to help support the students with healthy meals and snacks. Please fill out this form or contact Tynika Booth at tbooth@bostonartsacademy.org if you are able to donate a food item, or if you can volunteer to make a meal. Thank you to those who have already signed up! |
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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