Again, here is a recording of the zoom meeting held with Academic Approach on SAT/ACT TEST PREP. Be aware that more colleges are requiring these tests again! But according to the experts at Academic Approach, this is also a highly favorable time to be a test-taking student as the tests are much more “student-friendly” now, and there is more time in which to take them in a relaxing manner.
Find recording link HERE. Passcode: 07?mtZ0Z
Information about discounted summer classes through Academic Approach can be found HERE.
And don’t forget to join us on June 4th at 7:00pm for our next zoom meeting on “Inside Tips for Applying to College from the Pros” - LaGuardia SENIOR students who’ve been accepted to a range of colleges and universities including city, state, national and international, Ivies, junior colleges, conservatories, and other schools with specialized programs. This is a really informative and FUN event, so we highly recommend you attend!
If you are a student who would like to offer their advice about applying to college at this event, please contact the Academic Forum at: academicforum@laguardiahspa.org
See you there! The Academic Forum |
Post Secondary Counselor, Suzette Persaud
spersaud@schools.nyc.gov Contact Ms. Persaud with college application questions. All college representative visits are listed in Maia Learning under Events.
Click HERE to read the latest (May) Counseling Support Team newsletter. |
Important reminders and updates on Senior To Do's and activities. Please note that Senior trip information will be shared as well once finalized.
Prom Wednesday, June 18, 2025 City Winery - Pier 57, 25 11th Avenue (Near 15th Street) 7pm-11pm - Cost: $225 per person; Prom Contract & Payment is made through the school's website. (Scans of Prom Contract(s) and non-LaGuardia guest ID must be uploaded at time of payment.)
- Prom is a formal, all-inclusive Dinner/Dance.
- No person shall be admitted after 9:00 PM.
- There is no readmission once a person leaves.
- Students are responsible for their own transportation.
- Smoking is not permitted at the facility.
- The student and the guest must enter together.
- All ticket holders must show picture ID before entering the venue
- There are no refunds.
- Dr. Stricklin-Witherspoon must approve, in advance, any change in guest.
- There are no school-sponsored post-prom events.
Some helpful information: - Beginning May 1, Seniors may be able to pick up copies of the Prom Contract/Permission Slip from outside the Deans Office, Room 229. Pick up one copy per attendee.
- Signed Contracts must be uploaded at the time of payment.
- All students must have a Prom Contract, even if the person is 18 years old or older. (This is for emergency contact information.)
- Payment is made through the school website (STUDENT section).
- Non-LaGuardia students must have a picture of an ID Card uploaded at time of purchase. (School or state ID are acceptable.)
- Seniors with Prom questions should go to Room 261 to speak with Dr. Stricklin. This is the fastest -- and preferred -- way to receive an answer.
- Seniors requesting a reduction in ticket price (financial assistance) will NOT receive information until June 1 at the earliest.
Financial AidSenior Dues are required of all Seniors, and the Parents Association graciously provides financial aid to assist families who cannot afford the expense. Prom, however, is an optional activity; therefore, there are no funds set aside for Prom financial aid.
Whatever funds the school can cobble together each year for financial aid, here is how it is distributed: The amount is divided by the number of recipients.
For example, if $100 is available to distribute and 1 Senior requests it, then $100 is taken off the ticket price. (The Senior knows the reduced price and can decide if they can afford the ticket.) If $100 is available to distribute and 10 Seniors requests it, then $10 is taken off the ticket price. (The 10 Seniors know the reduced price and can decide whether they can afford the tickets.) It is doubtful that the entire ticket price is covered.
The financial aid is meant for the Senior's ticket for those who cannot afford to attend; it is not meant so you can afford to pay for a date, buy a nicer dress, go in on a limo, etc. |
Senior Trip Please read at top of this newsletter for details. |
GRAD-ITUDE Many thanks to the graduating Seniors who shared their college admissions experiences with us during our May POTS meeting! Congratulations and we can't wait to hear about your journeys in the future (hint, hint!). And if you'd like to read the transcript or watch the meeting they're available in the meeting minutes HERE.
ROSALIE'S PICNIC A gathering will be held in honor of Rosalie Ehrlich on Sunday, June 8 from 11:00am to 2:00pm near the Alexander Hamilton Monument in Central Park. Feel free to bring a dish or drinks to share as we remember Rosalie and the impact she had on us all. Additional details in the meeting minutes link above.
THE SEAGULL SDF3 THE SEAGULL opens this week! Please volunteer for merch, concessions or hall monitoring HERE. This run will also be your last in-person chance to purchase Tech goods this year (including the OG Tech-on-the-Butt sweats!). So stock up and have a few extra items on hand for your summer visitors and as host/hostess gifts, you'll be glad you did!
GET OUT THE VOTE The '25-'26 Tech PA election will be held at our last POTS meeting of the year on Tuesday, June 10. Nominate a friend or nominate yourself and help our studio thrive by running for one of our open positions. Please write to us at tech@laguardiahspa.org with any questions. Role descriptions HERE. |
TAKE A BOW! Let’s hear it for our SDF volunteers, selling merch and candy and monitoring the halls for all the performances of Little Shop of Horrors and Peter and the Starcatcher! You can still sign up to help out on The Seagull. So many roles to choose from… select your way to pitch in HERE. GET SDF TIX ASAP! Speaking of The Seagull, this is it - your last chance to see the Class of 2025 Drama Students perform in their final SDF, May 29-32. Tickets HERE. |
Dear Dance Families,
We hope you have all purchased tickets for the senior concert coming up on May 30 / 31 and June 1. And if you haven't, what are you waiting for? This is a can't miss show for all families! Buy tickets HERE.
And speaking of senior performances, we still need help staffing the merch tables. Please sign up here if you are able. Parents of 9th, 10th and 11th graders -- let's sign up en masse so that our senior parents can relax and enjoy their children's final LaG performance! Sign up HERE.
Thank you to those who were able to attend last week’s final Dance LaG PA Meeting of the year. We elected the dance reps for next year -- Barbette Leonard and Katie Miller -- and also filled a few key positions. We still need rising senior parents to volunteer to support on senior events. These will not happen without your help, so please email us at dance@laguardiahspa.org if you are interested in / willing to be part of that committee.
Warmly, Katie and Joslin |
Spring Semi-Annual Art Show This Friday, May 30th, 4:00pm-7:00pm
LaG Visiting Artist Program In early May, the LaG Visiting Artist program welcomed artist, illustrator, and designer Caitlin Keegan. Cailtin shared a beautiful slideshow with students that highlighted her incredible artwork and projects. Caitlin talked about how her artwork as developed from high school to now, what it was like to study graphic design and illustration in college, building a professional portfolio and website, how she blends traditional artmaking with digital tools, working as a staff designer at Nickelodeon Magazine and Sesame Street Workshop, venturing out on her own as a freelance designer and illustrator, the collaborative aspects of design and illustration work, and a recent public art project in Times Square. Caitlin also shared printed examples of her work with students including books, posters, and tarot card sets. |
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Anna Konovalov accepted her award at the Ezra Jack Keats Bookmaking Competition Ceremony at the Brooklyn Public Library main branch, Grand Army Plaza last Friday, May 16. She was the citywide winner for high schools. All city winners, borough winners, and honorable mentions were honored. Anna's work is on display in the children's section at Grand Army Plaza through the end of May. |
Author Kelsey James, historical suspense novelist, visited the library on Wednesday 5/21 for a Q and A with members of the LaGuardia community. She talked about her road to becoming a published author, balancing her day job with writing, getting inspired by creepy places, finding your trusted readers, and more. Students had the opportunity to ask questions and Kelsey brought books which lucky attendees took home. Thanks to Mr. Lonegan (husband of the author) and the school for making this event possible! |
Find Library News HERE. Library Resources (How to library) HERE. |
DONORS CHOOSE: SUPPORT OUR TEACHERS |
Thank you all for supporting our teachers who give our kids the most amazing educational experience.
Ms. Rynecki is looking to gather last minute essentials for students to take technology breaks by working on paper and collaborate in groups with poster boards.
Click HERE to see all the projects that need your support! |
Summer Internship Social media intern opportunity for the summer with a start up hair brand. Perfect for someone in art or tech (or elsewhere) who is into fashion / culture / content. Read more detail HERE. For questions, please contact Alec Helman (alec@scatterhair.com). |
(Extra)Ordinary Teen Photography Camp (Extra)Ordinary Teen Photography Camp is a series of summer photography workshops in New York City for teenagers, ages 14-18 years old, led by professional photographer and instructor Andrew French. LaGuardia students receive a 10% discount using the code SUMMER2025. This collaborative workshop will inspire teens to explore the art and craft of photography. Many students who’ve attended this camp have won awards and been accepted to top-tier colleges and universities. Click HERE for more information. |
 | FREE Membership: Are you a NYC teen between 13-18? Then the Teen Circle is made for YOU! Get ready to explore the Guggenheim for FREE and bring up to four guests with you. Membership includes exclusive events, performances and other offers for you and your friends. Sign up HERE for Teen Circle today to explore your creative side and get inspired! |
| Benefits: - Unlimited free admission + 4 guests to Guggenheim New York
To receive tickets for museum admission, please present both your digital membership card and a valid school or government-issued ID at the Admissions desk. Admission tickets are not available for advance reservation and must be obtained onsite. - 15% savings on-site at the Guggenheim Store
- 15% savings at Café Rebay
- Subscription to the Teen members’ email newsletter
- Invitations to Teen members events, including exclusive hours
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If you are a parent/guardian of a student with an IEP or 504 at LaGuardia, please join our WhatsApp chat group HERE. The purpose is to support each other regarding questions/concerns related to our student's IEP or 504 at LaGuardia. For questions, please contact Michele Brandt, Parent Association VP for Special Education, specialeducation@laguardiahspa.org. |
If you need a comprehensive list of who to contact at the school for various questions, click HERE. |
SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION & INTERVENTION |
Alex Falk is LaGuardia's Substance Abuse Prevention & Intervention Specialist: AFalk@schools.nyc.gov The NYC DOE Substance Abuse Prevention and Intervention Specialists (SAPIS) program provides a range of prevention and intervention services in grades K-12. The goals of the program are to: - Reduce the prevalence of substance abuse among youth
- Delay the initiation of substance abuse behavior among youth
- Decrease the negative health, social, and educational consequences associated with substance abuse
- Prevent the escalation of substance abuse behaviors to levels requiring treatment
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FAMILY ENGAGEMENT MANAGER |
Jerrianna Phenix Family Engagement Manager |
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