Sunday Night News — Issue #29
April 10, 2022 |
4/5 Gen PA Mtg Recording
Thanks to all who joined our General PA meeting on Tuesday, April 5th. A special thank-you to our guest speaker, Evelyn Carela, LaGuardia's substance abuse prevention and intervention specialist. You can access her informational slides by clicking here.
We also want to thank our school social workers, Dr. Ebony Campbell and Lauren Lydiard, for their videotaped presentation. And finally, thanks to the Spanish-, Mandarin-, and Russian-language interpreters who helped us
that evening.
For those who missed the meeting, you can access the recording here (passcode: 8?V=J0=#). Please note: The first 10 minutes or so weren't recorded.
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College Admissions Panel
THIS MONDAY, 4/11
6:00-7:30 pm
Virtual Panel Discussion on
College Admission
with representatives from a cross section of colleges and universities
JOIN HERE
There will be interpreter services for families speaking Chinese, Russian, and Spanish.
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PLEASE JOIN US in-person or via the livestream!
Students/staff can see Ms. Teitelbaum in Room 237 for tickets. Alumni and the general public can request tickets from Music AP Ben Schott. |
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Stay Fresh Thru June
Freshman Parents/Guardians
please join our Zoom gathering
THIS THURSDAY, 4/14, 6:30 PM
REGISTER HERE
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Please Join the LaG HS PA/SLT Nominating Committee
We are looking for a team of 5 volunteers to form a Nominating Committee in preparation for the 2022-23 PA (Executive Board) and the 2022-24 SLT (School Leadership Team) elections taking place in June.
The only requirements to be part of the committee are: a) you must be a parent or guardian of a student at LaGuardia and b) you must not be a current EB member planning to run for the 2022-23 PA Executive Board (this stipulation does not apply to the 2022-24 SLT elections).
Please email: laguardiahspa@gmail.com
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Congrats, Opera Students!
Pirates of Penzance
was a swashbuckling smash!
Thank you to all who attended the live performances and/or watched the livestreams from home!!
Above: Sullivan cast
Below: Gilbert cast
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LaG at the GRAMMYs!
Congratulations to Béla Fleck (M&A '76) for winning the 2022 Best Bluegrass Album Grammy! Listen to "My Bluegrass Heart" here.
If you missed it, check out former LaG teacher and alum Curtis Stewart ('04) performing during the 2022 GRAMMYs Premiere Ceremony here.
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CANCELLED: PA-Sponsored Student Showcase
Due to upcoming school performances and testing schedules, we did not receive enough submissions for the planned Jazz Showcase on 5/8. We look forward to your support in 2022-23!
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Bites and Lights! Open to parents/guardians from all boroughs.
PLEASE JOIN US
Thursday, May 26th, 6-8 pm
Anable Basin Sailing Bar & Grill
(4-40 44th Dr. Queens, NY 11101)
Relax by the water, order your own food and drink, and mingle with other LaG parents/guardians. We look forward to seeing everyone face-to-face!
MENU
CASH ONLY!
10-min. walk from the E, M and 7 trains
15-min. walk from the LIC ferry
Wear comfortable shoes—the view is worth it!
Please RSVP:
LaGHSCommunity@gmail.com
However, we understand that this is a busy season, so we welcome drop-ins as well. Hope to see you there!
Google Maps link:
https://goo.gl/maps/Eu6Zqq5fu1TkB4NX9 |
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Helping Children Cope with Traumatic Events |
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Attention: Senior Families!
REMINDER for students to do the following prior to graduation. For complete instructions, please see Allison Kleiman's email "Reminder to update Naviance," sent on 4/5.
1) Enter an outcome for all applications.
2) Indicate enrollment so LaG has permission to send your final transcript with proof of graduation in June.
3) Delete incomplete apps and email Ms. Kleiman the list of schools she needs to remove.
Questions? Students can book an appointment with Ms. Kleiman during their lunch/free period.
REMINDER:Seniors must complete the 2022 Diploma Name Verification Google Form. You must be logged into your LaGuardia Gmail account in order to access the Google Form and you will need to enter your student ID number and official class/homeroom which are both printed on the front of your LaGuardia student ID card.
REMINDER: Donations toward caps & gowns can be made here.
Prom: June 18 @ The Marriott Marquis
Graduation: June 21 @ Location TBA
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Seeking Yarn Donations
Tech is starting a knitting, weaving and crochet unit. Backstage at the opera, some students have already taught each other, and some will have their work featured during the SDF season.
If you or someone you know has extra yarn in need of busy, learning, creative fingers, Tech will take it. Please send yarn donations to the attention of Amelia Dombrowski.
THANK YOU!
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Alums to Watch
Adrien Brody (LaG '91) plays Pat Riley in the HBO TV series "Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty," which was just renewed for a second season.
See Ciaran Bowling (LaG '15) in the Irish Repertory Theatre production of TWO BY SYNGE, April 13 to May 22, 2022!
Zach Bravo (LaG '15) is making his Broadway National North American Tour debut as Bill Bailey/Rum Tum Tugger
in CATS
Princess Lockerooo - AKA Samara Cohen (LaG '03), known as the Queen of Wacking, performs at the New York Botanical Garden's ORCHID EVENINGS, April 2, 9, 16, 22, & 23, 7-10 pm
Lilli Cooper (LaG '08) stars in the new Broadway comedy "Potus" opening April 14, 2022 at the Schubert Theater
Alison Saporta (LaG '15) is a Classical Vocal finalist in the Music International Grand Prix Competition!
See the Alumni & Friends website for more info!
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Student Working Papers
Some families find Spring Recess (next week) an opportune time to schedule the physical examination needed to process student working papers. Full instructions can be found under the Useful Info header in the Frequently Asked section below.
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Seeking PA Volunteers!
The Gala and Auction Committees are seeking additional volunteers, especially those with graphic design and event planning skills. If you can help organize, plan, design, solicit items and/or support this event in any other way, please reach out to to Co-VPs AnneMarie Nasello and Kanokwan Sire:
lagauction2022@gmail.com.
The Communications/Website Committee is seeking additional volunteers with data / document / content / website management skills (spreadsheets, DMS, graphics, CMS, etc). We look forward to hearing from you if you can help with a current project and/or if you'd like to learn how you can help to support the Comms/Web Team next year: lagvolunteers@gmail.com.
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Recent School Notices See select ongoing school notices under the Useful Info header in the Frequently Asked section below. Check your inbox, the Mail menu option in PupilPath, and the Announcements header on laguardiahs.org for additional school notices.
PSPGZ - Attending College Outside the U.S. 4/8 here; watch recording from Allison Kleiman
LaGuardia: Course Programming Information for 2022-2023 School Year 4/4 here
LaGuardia Summer Arts 3/30 here
SGO Progress Survey 3/29 here
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DonorsChoose
Please help fulfill Mrs. McGoey’s request to attend an Anti-Racist Parent/Educator workshop to learn essential tools to incorporate anti-racist practices into teaching styles, lesson plans and curricula as well as to empower students to stand up to racial inequality.
Expires 5/6!
Please help fulfill Ms. Pan's request for a new computer to help facilitate the creation of high quality interactive math lessons and videos for students in Algebra l and Discrete Math. Expires 5/13!
WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT!
Please share our DonorsChoose page.
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NEXT GENERAL PA MEETING
TUESDAY, 5/3/22 @ 6 PM
NEXT STUDIO MEETINGS
See Studio updates below.
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NEXT SLT MEETING
TUESDAY, 4/26/22 @ 4:15 PM
All locations TBD.
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MUSIC
MUSIC UPPER-LEVEL COURSE INFO
SESSIONS 4/11 & 4/12
Schedule (first tab) and course descriptions (second tab) here.
PA MUSIC STUDIO MEETING
TUESDAY, 4/12, 7 PM: JOIN HERE
AP-Music Ben Schott will answer parent questions about next year's course choices and auditioning for electives. We will also have two guests from NYC Opera—a singer and member of the orchestra—who will address "Managing Your Health as a Musician." A recording will be made available. Please email questions to MusicStudioInfo@laguardiahspa.org by midnight on Monday, 4/11.
Minutes from the 3/2 PA Music Studio meeting are here.
LAGUARDIA CONCERTO CONCERT
WEDNESDAY, 4/13, 7 PM
This year's Concerto Concert features virtuosic violin concertos performed by LaG students who competed in two rigorous rounds of competition judged by distinguished alumni musicians from the New York Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera, and the New York City Ballet. Accompaniment and additional music will be provided by the Senior Orchestra.
Please join us in the Concert Hall or via the livestream! LaGuardia staff and students should see Ms. Teitelbaum in room 237 for tickets. All others can email bschott@schools.nyc.gov to request tickets. The program and livestream info will be here.
CANCELLED:
PA-SPONSORED JAZZ SHOWCASE
Thank you to all who provided audition videos for the May showcase! Unfortunately, with all the upcoming school performances and testing around the corner, we did not receive enough submissions for this event. We'll try again next year.
Music Monday 3.28.22
LaG HS PA Music Studio Webpage
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TECH
WATER FOUNTAINS &
TECH DEPT WATER BOTTLES
The school basement will have 2 brand new chilled water fountains with bottle dispensers after Spring Recess! Now is the time to order a very cool LAGUARDIA * TECH DEPT * INSULATED * STAINLESS STEEL * WATER BOTTLE to keep that fresh water cold for up to 12 hours. Supply is limited! We'll start distributing water bottles the week after Spring Recess, and we'll have an engraving pen on hand so students can put their names on them.
See Tech Order Form, and consider making a donation to Tech with this purchase.
CALLING FOR YARN DONATIONS!
Tech is starting a knitting, weaving and crochet unit. Backstage at the opera, some students have already taught each other, and some will have their work featured during the SDF season.
If anyone has extra yarn in need of busy, learning, creative fingers, Tech will take it. Please send yarn donations to the attention of Amelia Dombrowski.
TECH MERCH
LaG Swag for Tech: Purchase online, and pickup at school.
CONTACT INFO
Should you have questions or comments, please email techreps@laguardiahspa.org.
LaG HS PA Tech Studio Webpage
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Calendar | | Monday, April 11 | | | | | | | | | Tuesday, April 12 | | | | | | | Wednesday, April 13 | | | | | | Thursday, April 14 | | | | | Friday, April 15 | | | Saturday, April 16 | | | Sunday, April 17 | | | | Monday, April 18 | | | |
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Multilingual Learners
DOE supports and resources are here.
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Student Government
Students can connect with the LaG Student Government Organization (SGO) by following @SGOLAG on Instagram.
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Student Working Papers
Once both the Application for Employment and Health Examination Form have been completed, please log in to your LaGuardia Gmail account (only students can access the documents), and fill out the Google Form, where you will be asked to upload these documents along with your birth certificate and student ID card/passport.
Application for Employment
Health Examination Form
Working Papers Google Form
Notes: Your doctor must use the health form above, and it must be filled out in its entirety in order to be considered valid. You must be logged in to your LaGuardia Gmail account in order to access the Google Form.
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Ongoing School Notices Click here to see announcements that have been posted on the school website.
PSPGZ - Paying for College 3/28/22 here
Recording from Allison Kleiman
End of March Covid Update 3/23/22 here
Dialogue with College Board 3/11/22 here
from Principal Vasconcelos
PSPGZ - College Application Timeline 3/4/22 here
Slides & recording from Allison Kleiman
Absence Form (no subject) 2/8/22
Only students can access this here.
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Who to Contact at School
This link will guide you to the appropriate school employee for specific questions.
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Membership Toolkit
MTK is an all-in-one software solution for the PA's many initiatives, including our custom website, communications, donations, family directory, volunteer signups, online sales & fundraising, private bulletin boards and more.
To receive PA & Studio communications, and to gain access to restricted content on our website, please follow these steps:
1) Create a login.
2) Complete family info required fields. 3) Select your consent preferences.
Note: If you don't see two green circles with check marks on this page, be sure you've completed all steps above.
TIPS: You must click "NEXT STEP" (bottom right corner of the "Your Contact Information" page), and then you must click "SAVE" (bottom right corner of the "Student Information" page).
For assistance, please reach out to
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LaG Virtual Study Groups
LaGuardia’s National Honor Society runs LagPods, which offers free, virtual, collaborative peer study groups for all grades/levels in math, science, social studies, English, world languages, academic Studio classes, and SAT & ACT test prep. All are welcome to join!
Each LagPod decides as a group when to meet (outside of school hours). Leadership opportunities are available.
Sign up here for academic subjects.
Sign up here for SAT and/or ACT prep.
Please contact lagpodstutoring@gmail.com with questions.
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Dial-A-Teacher
This is a free service provided by the United Federation of Teachers. Licensed educators advise Grades K-12 students and/or their parents in all subjects, Monday through Thursday from 4 pm to 7 pm (when school is in session). Assistance is available in these languages: Armenian, Bengali, Chinese, English, French, Haitian-Creole, Korean, Russian, Spanish and Tagalog.
Call 212-777-3380.
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NYPL Brainfuse HelpNow
This is a free eLearning service for all provided by the New York Public Library. Live tutors are available online every day between 2 pm and 11 pm EST for these subjects: math, science, reading/writing, social studies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests. Additional offerings include a 24-hour Writing Lab and Foreign Language Lab / Spanish-Speaking Support.
You must have a library card to begin.
Click here for more info.
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Join our Team!
To help with any of these initiatives, please
email: lagvolunteer@gmail.com.
Athletics Committee
Communications / Website Committee
Election Committee
Fundraising Committee
Gala/Auction Committee
Movie Night Committee
Parents Night Out Committee
THANK YOU to all who have opted to offer Your Volunteer Interests, Skills and Resources. This has helped us to identify volunteers for Orientation, First Day of School, Elections, Pickup/Drop-off of purchased and donated items, Photography, Music Stand Assembly, Program Design, Gala/Auction, Chaperoning, and more!
THANK YOU to all who have opted to share your Professional Industry while filling out Your Contact Information. This has helped us to identify volunteers for mental health Q&As, legal questions, tech questions, in-kind donations, event planning and more!
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Sign Up and Choose
LaGuardia High School
Parents Association Inc. |
For questions about, and/or to submit content for consideration in SNN, please email: laghspacomms@laguardiahspa.org.
IMPORTANT: Photo submissions must include the full names of identifiable students, and parental consent must be provided for use in our PA communications.
To check your media consent preferences on our website, click My Account, then My Forms/Paperwork, then Directory & Publish Preferences. Or, log in to MTK, then click here.
The LaGuardia High School PA and its Executive Board members are not affiliated with, nor in any way endorse, non-LaGuardia HS entities / offers / programs / services / events featured in our communications. |
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