The YoungArts Award identifies exceptional artists, amplifies their potential, and invests in their lifelong creative freedom.

Winners with Distinction are nominated for the U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts, one of the nation's highest honors for high school students in the arts.

On February 15th, students should have received an invoice for their AP exams via their nycstudents.net email address. Payment for exams will be collected in Room 527 from 2/16 - 3/15 by Assistant Principal Sun during your student's lunch period. Payment can be made by cash or money order only. Personal checks will not be accepted. 

If a student needs help paying the full fee, please fill out the AP Exam Scholarship Request Form.

Students who do not pay the AP Exam fee or do not reach out for financial assistance will be ineligible to sit for their exam(s).  

Please direct questions about AP Exam fees to AP Erika Sun at ESun@schools.nyc.gov.

Affording College 101

Monday, February 26th

Time: 6 p.m. EST

FAFSA

Date: Monday, March 11th & Monday, March 25th

Time: 6 p.m. EST

Next Steps Post-FAFSA

Date: Monday, April 8th

Time: 6 p.m. EST

Scholarships

Date: Monday, May 6th

Time: 6 p.m. EST

If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Shelliann Roach at SRoach2@schools.nyc.gov.

As of Friday, February 16, student login information has been sent to all LaGuardia students through their nycstudents.net account. Parent/guardian login information has also been sent to the email address(es) LaGuardia has on file from a NYC Public Schools database. Please check both inbox and junk/spam folders for an email from notify@jupitered.com. 

Parents/Guardians who did not receive your login information

If an email is not received, it could be the database information is incorrect or not up-to-date. Please fill out the following Google Form to have your email address added to LaGuardia’s Jupiter Grades database and receive a login link. Please note: Students may have up to two parent/guardian contact emails registered.

Spring 2024 LaGuardia JupiterGrades Info Form

On Monday, February 26th, the form will close temporarily. On Tuesday, February 27th, JupiterGrades login information and a unique link tied to your student’s account will be sent to those who have completed the Spring 2024 LaGuardia JupiterGrades Info Form.

Do not worry if you miss the Monday, February 26th deadline, the Spring 2024 LaGuardia JupiterGrades Info Form will be re-sent periodically throughout Spring term. Please do not contact teachers for login information. 

Students who did not receive your login information

For students who missed their login email, another will be sent on 2/27 (Tuesday).

The staff at Lincoln Center needs community feedback on how to redesign its outdoor space. They are holding a community workshop on Monday, March 4th from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. It will be held in the Clarke Studio inside the Rose building (165 West 65th St). This is an open house so you can come anytime during this time period. Dinner and childcare will be provided and you will receive a $20 gift card for participating. Please refer to the flyer for more information. Lincoln Center is our neighbor, so any feedback we can provide will be greatly appreciated. If you are interested in attending, please email planningprocess@lincolncenter.org.

Recapping a week filled with remarkable sports achievements while eagerly anticipating the excitement of upcoming events, Fiorello LaGuardia High School's athletic calendar is filled with action.

Last week began with our talented indoor track boys and girls teams taking to the Armory Track on February 8th. The excitement continued on February 9th, as the gymnastics boys varsity team members showcased their skills in Long Island. As the week progressed, our gymnastics boys varsity team continued to shine, with captivating performances on February 12th at Stuyvesant High School Gym, and on February 14th at our very own Laguardia Gym. Their athleticism and dedication were on full display, earning admiration from fans and competitors. This past Saturday, February 17th, our indoor track boys and girls teams returned to the Armory Track, determined to surpass their previous achievements. With great determination, they pushed themselves to new heights, leaving a trail of success.

Looking ahead, the anticipation continues for another thrilling event on February 28th, as our girls varsity basketball team prepares to take on their opponents at Susan E. Wagner HS Gym 2. The stage is set for an epic showdown, and our athletes are ready to leave it all on the court. Join us in celebrating the LaGuardia Lions as they continue to show their passion and dedication through sport. Get ready for a week filled with thrilling competitions and unforgettable moments!

Good luck to all LaGuardia athletes and students for the upcoming week after the long Midwinter Recess! 

Thank you for fully funding the following projects:

• Mr. Domench's most recent project request for materials to help students make trichromatic stencil portraits
• Mr. Antao's most recent project request for hockey sets for physical education
• Ms. Alfonso's most recent project request for volleyballs for physical education

Let's keep the momentum going!

Mr. Bar-Lev is requesting a new MacBook Pro to give students the opportunity to make high quality films.

Mr. Antao is requesting socks for soccer players. Team uniforms with matching socks enable the team to look professional when representing LaGuardia.

Please visit our DonorsChoose page and share the links with your networks, family and friends. Anyone can donate, and all donations are tax deductible. Your generosity and support is greatly appreciated. 

Please email Erica Blum at eblum2@schools.nyc.gov for more information about college rep visits. College visits are over for the winter. We will resume in the spring. 

The dance department is looking for two more volunteers to accompany the 9th grade students to the New York City Ballet on 2/27 @10:30 a.m.  All parents and caregivers are welcome. You do not have to be a parent of a 9th grader to attend. Click the image below for to volunteer using SignUp Genius. 

Next PODS Meeting
When: Tuesday, February 27th at 7 pm.
Where: Zoom, Register HERE.

Save the Date for The Drama Studio Open Mic Fundraiser
When: Sunday, March 24th, in the afternoon. Time is likely to be two different 2-hour sessions between 1 and 5 p.m.
Please take a moment to fill out this short, anonymous Google Survey to help us plan!

Our next POTS meeting is this Wednesday, February 28th at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Click HERE for the link.

Eli will join us for this meeting, and tell us all about the exciting things happening in the Tech Studio.  

Check out ourTech Studio webpage, you'll find SO MUCH useful information for all of our POTS.

If you want to get involved, volunteer or have any questions, please email us: tech@laguardiahspa.org.

-Rosalie, Rina, Cynthia, Carmen & Annie (Your POTS board)

Mark your calendars for Monday, 2/26 @ 7 p.m. for "Bring Your Best: Executive Functioning Skills to Thrive as a Student Artist." LaGuardia parents/guardians from all studios are invited to attend. 

You must RSVP to receive Zoom login information. A recording and free study planning guide will be available after you register for the webinar. 

Looking beyond high school, we are excited to announce our partnership with the Manhattan Transition and College Access Center. This collaboration aims to provide transition services to our students with IEPs, ensuring a smooth and supported transition into post high school life. We encourage you to engage with your child in discussions about their future goals and aspirations, utilizing the resources and support available through our collaboration with the Manhattan Transition and College Access Center. Should you have any specific questions or require further information about these services, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Transition Team Leader Sophie Fain (Sfain@schools.nyc.gov).

WHEN: NEW DATE: Tuesday 3/5 @ 6 p.m.

WHERE: Join Zoom Meeting

If you are a parent/guardian of a student with an IEP or 504 at LaGuardia, please join our WhatsApp chat group. The purpose is to support each other regarding questions/concerns related to our student's IEP or 504 at LaGuardia.

https://chat.whatsapp.com/EmBGFw7VnNZJ98GJZIaQFS**

It is recommended to take the time to regularly review and bookmark the LaGuardia Special Education section of the website HERE. There is updated and pertinent information there from the Special Education Department. 

For general Special Education questions, please carefully review the NYC DOE regulations for Special Education services for 504s and IEPs:

NYC DOE IEP Information
NYC DOE 504 Information

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Facebook: LaGuardia Arts

Instagram: laguardia.arts 

The PA is also on Instagram at laguardia_pa. 

NYU graduate student, Charlie Theobald, is casting for a 16-year-old male or gender non-conforming and an 18-year-old male (caucasian or Latinx), the lead characters in "Heirs," a short film shooting 4/10 - 4/17 in Fort Collins, Colorado. Pay is $125/shoot day. Travel, meals and lodging provided. Casting union and non-union. Please send headshot and availability to heirsthefilm@gmail.com. 

New! Calling All Teens: Submit Your Story Today

Deadline: Sun, Mar 17

Get creative for the chance to win up to $250! The English writer Mary Shelley wrote Frankenstein following a terrifying dream she had of a scientist creating a monster. To coincide with the special Fate of Frankenstein display in the Polonsky Exhibition of The New York Public Library's Treasures, the Library invites you to write or illustrate a story based on your own dream or nightmare. For more info and to enter, visit https://www.nypl.org/spotlight/treasures/frankenstein/story-contest.

Ocean Awareness Contest invites students to share your personal climate story through art, writing, performance, film, or multimedia. Creatively express your personal experiences, insights, or perceptions about our changing climate reality. Apply by 6/10/24.

Believe and Inspire After School Programs offer interactive virtual after-school programs that aim to empower underserved youth to become successful leaders. Participants learn practical life skills to help accomplish their life goals. Ongoing. 

NYC Youth Leadership Councils are a network of youth focused on policy, practice, and advocacy to make real change happen in their school, neighborhood, or community. Students join peers and adult allies to act on issues that matter the most to you. YLCs are in all five boroughs and need students to make NYC a better place.

2025 WhatsApp Chat**

2026 WhatsApp Chat**

2027 WhatsApp Chat**

Yellow Sheet

2023-2024 Bell Schedule

LaG Faculty & Staff Directory

School Year 2023-24 Calendar

NYC Schools Account (NYCSA): track your child's progress

DOE Student Accounts: access all student learning platforms

Parent University

Multilingual Learners

Office of Language Access

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