NEW Parent Association Monthly Newsletter
Click here to view the March PA Monthly and learn more about the importance and work of a strong, growing PA. In addition, read to learn more about the grade-wide overnight trips. Philadelphia was a great success, and we look forward to camping at Floyd Bennett Field and Washington, DC! Remember, all trip payment is now past due. Please get your money in!
Summer Programs!
Deadlines now and programs filling fast! View attached flyer for New York City (and surrounding area) summer programs spanning the arts, the outdoors, sports, academic enrichment, and real world professional learning. Financial aid and scholarships available for certain programs. Also check out the Special Programs link on your left under Resources.
2010 Summer Programs Flyer.pdf
View our latest Parent Blast
We send home new Parent Blasts every Monday to keep you informed of what's most important right now. View this week's Parent Blast, below. And now, there is always a section with special NYC and Brooklyn programs and events for students and families on the second page!
Parent Blast 3.8.10.pdf
Give the gift of education.
Give the gift of powerful learning.
Give in honor of a student, a family, or a fellow supporter of high quality public education. Send them a free e-card with your donation at the link below, letting them know the gift you made.
Be "counted in" on this critical campaign to keep our school the powerful place that it is. New York City budget cuts mean we need your help now more than ever. What can $1 a day (or $200) provide our students? Click here to find out. Give online or by mail. Give what you can - every donation is valuable. Receive a Count Me In! button with any donation.
CHILL! Community Assistant Patrick Raymond and five A&L students are participating in the phenomenal CHILL program on six Thursdays after school. CHILL builds confidence and community by teaching kids to snowboard! Keep up the good work (and fun), team!
A&L is the Rising Star Public Middle School!
Curious what Arts & Letters is all about?
Watch this video to find out!
Arts & Letters - About Us.wmv
High School Open Houses!
View the document below to see Open House dates at NYC high schools. Don't miss out on this crucial opportunity to hear from the schools themselves!
H.S. OPEN HOUSE DATES.doc
Prospective Students & Families
There are no longer any tour dates with availability. We held tours almost every Thursday and also held an Open House on Dec. 1 to accommodate everyone else. We recommend viewing our video above, reading through this website (including “Press” on the left hand side & “Prospective 6th Grade Student Enrollment information"), talking to your current guidance counselor, and talking with friends who have come on a tour themselves. If you have any questions for us, feel free to email ALadmissions@gmail.com. Middle school applications were due Dec. 15th.
Extended Day Enrichment!
Specialized H.S. Math Prep, Literature Club, Writing Workshop, Science Extensions, Current Events & Social Issues Reading and Discussion Group, Monologue & Audition Preparation, Comic Book Club, and Chorus! Turn in your Sign Up sheet today to the folder outside Ms. Pell's office! Groups are first come, first serve, and they are filling up quickly!
Enrichment 2009.doc
High School Admissions Info Packet
Did you miss the informational meeting for 7th grade families? If so, please view the packet below with important information on High School Admissions.
High School Admissions Information Packet.doc
Look!
Arts & Letters students' photos have been published by The Local @ The New York Times! Check out their story and their photos produced during this innovative photojournalism program! The group visited The New York Times building on their last day and had their 5 best photos critiqued by a Times photographer! He loved their work!
SEE THEIR STAND-OUT PHOTOS now at the online gallery below! Congratulations, photojournalists!
The Future of Arts & Letters
Arts & Letters will remain a 6-8th grade (middle) school for the next several years before expanding into a high school. For information about this change and explanation of this decision please click the link below.
The future of Arts & Letters.doc
Moved or changed your phone number? Please contact Mindy Giraud at mgiraud@schools.nyc.gov or 718.222.1605 ext 3044 and remember to always keep your contact information up-to-date!