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A Brief History of LaGuardia Arts: A Tradition of Excellence in Arts Education
(The “Fame” School) High School of Music & Art
In 1936, New York City Mayor Fiorello H. LaGuardia established the High School of Music & Art (M&A). Mayor LaGuardia's vision was to provide a place where NYC's most gifted public school students could pursue their talents in art or music while completing a full academic program.
In 1948, the School of Performing Arts (PA) was established. PA provided performance training for those preparing for professional careers in dance, drama, or music.
In 1961, the two schools became one organization. This was in anticipation of both schools consolidating into one building.
In 1969, the Board of Education honored Mayor LaGuardia by naming the new building after him.
In 1984, Music & Art and Performing Arts began the school year in their new facility at Lincoln Center. This marked the opening of The Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts opened. We are a tribute to our two legacy schools.
New York City currently has nine specialized high schools. LaGuardia Arts remains the sole specialized school for the arts. We were also the first in the nation to provide a free, publicly funded high school dedicated to the arts. Our model has been replicated in other urban school districts throughout the country and the world.
Over the years, the school has earned an international reputation for excellence. Our alumni are creative thinkers, confident collaborators, culturally-engaged innovators, and open-minded citizens, and distinguish themselves in virtually every field of endeavor, including the arts and sciences as well as public service.
GALA TICKETS
Get on your fiesta outfit ready and come party with us!
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DONATE AN ITEM
To help make our Annual Benefit auction a success, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution, sponsorship or donating products and services for us to auction, including:
- experiences, merchandise, event tickets
- gift certificates for products and services
- beverages, supplies, and services for the night of the auction
Our auction website will be viewed by our 2,000+ LaGuardia families, faculty, and staff, as well as by auction participants nationwide. It is a great way to advertise your business. In addition, we encourage our families to patronize supporting companies and establishments who support our community.
We look forward to you joining other organizations, local merchants, and individuals who support our school’s fundraising effort. Thank you in advance for your generosity to our school community!
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SPONSORSHIPS
Sponsoring The LaGuardia High School Parents Association 2026 Annual Benefit means:
- Brand visibility with an artistically and academically driven parent audience
- Demonstrating your commitment to the next generation of artists, visionaries and global citizens
- Being a champion of the NYC Specialized High School community
Our website will be viewed by our 2,000+ LaGuardia families, faculty, and staff, as well as by auction participants nationwide. It is a great way to advertise your business. In addition, we encourage our families to patronize supporting companies and establishments who support our community.
We look forward to you joining other organizations, local merchants, and individuals who support our school’s fundraising effort.
Thank you in advance for your generosity!
Fiorello Fiesta! SPONSORSHIP LEVELS:
$500 ~ Fiesta Pamilya (Family) Sponsor
BENEFITS:
- Your name or logo on the gala slideshow.
- Two tickets to the Fiorello Fiesta!
- One LaGuardia branded gift.
- Two surprise reveal gift pulls.
$1500 ~ Fiesta Kaibigan (Friend) Sponsor
BENEFITS:
- Your name or logo on the gala slideshow.
- Two tickets to the Fiorello Fiesta!
- One LaGuardia branded gift.
- Two surprise reveal gift pulls.
PLUS:
- One ad in the weekly parent newsletter.
- One social media post.
- Placement of your name or logo on screen advertising during the event.
$2500 ~ Fiesta Barangay (Community) Sponsor
BENEFITS:
- Your name or logo on the gala slideshow.
- Two tickets to the Fiorello Fiesta!
- One LaGuardia branded gift.
- Two surprise reveal gift pulls.
PLUS:
- Two ads in the weekly parent newsletter.
- Two social media posts.
- Placement of your name or logo on screen advertising during the event.
$5000 ~ Fiesta Bayanihan (Hero) Sponsor
BENEFITS:
- Your name or logo on the gala slideshow.
- Four tickets to the Fiorello Fiesta!
- Two LaGuardia branded gifts.
- Four surprise reveal gift pulls.
PLUS:
- Three ads in the weekly parent newsletter.
- Three social media post.
- Placement of your name or logo on screen advertising during the event.
- Your commercial will be played during the event at a key moment.
Please feel free to contact us at auction.gala@laguardiahspa.org with any questions!
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Questions? Email: auction.gala@laguardiahspa.org
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
