DOE High School Programs 2014-2015

03M415

Visual Arts

Drawing, watercolor, painting, ceramics, multi-arts, sculpture and computer graphics.

M26J

Visual Art & Design

Audition

Present a portfolio of 5-8 pieces of original artwork, including at least two sketches.

32

79

5

2

03M415

Instrumental Music

Music Electives such as Violin, Band, Orchestra, and Woodwinds.

M26M

Performing Arts

Audition

Perform a 2-3 minute instrumental piece of music. The style of music can be jazz, gospel, contemporary or classical. Applicants should bring their musical instrument to the audition and the sheet music needed for their performance.

20

11

5

2

03M415

Vocal Music

Performance in Musical Theatre, Solo Voice, Music History and Chorus.

M26R

Performing Arts

Audition

Perform a gospel and a classical selection (a capella).

32

52

5

3

03M417

Frank McCourt High School

A21A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

108

1031

6

57

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Writing Sample

03M479

The Beacon School

Beacon High School offers an inquiry-based college preparatory program. Beacon emphasizes a challenging, well-rounded liberal arts education based on the principle of shared exploration and problem-solving.

M71A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

310

5596

5

265

Writing Sample

Interview

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Students seeking admission to Beacon must schedule an interview with Beacon faculty.

Portfolio

03M485

Dance

A challenging conservatory approach in ballet and modern dance. Supplementary courses include: dance history, choreography, theatre dance (tap and jazz), career management and survival skills.

NO CODE

Performing Arts

Audition

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

Participate in both a ballet and a modern dance class. Dress in appropriate attire; leotard and tights.

59

2449

5

92

Writing Sample

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

03M485

Drama

Theatre preparation through courses in acting, voice and diction, physical techniques, theatre history and script analysis.

NO CODE

Performing Arts

Audition

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

Perform two contrasting monologues (one minute each). Perform an impromptu reading. Wear attire that allows free movement.

99

3265

5

184

Writing Sample

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

03M485

Fine Art

Art history, drawing, painting, ceramics, printmaking, sculpture, 3-D design, mixed media, anatomy, architecture, digital media, illustration, interior design, photography and sculpture.

NO CODE

Visual Art & Design

Audition

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

Prepare a portfolio of 10-20 pieces of original work. Complete three drawing assignments at the audition: the human figure, a drawing from observation as well as one from imagination.

211

2741

5

111

Writing Sample

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

03M485

Instrumental Music

Participation in 2 symphony orchestras, 4 string ensembles, 3 concert bands, and 2 jazz bands; required courses in music theory, music history, sight singing and dictation; electives in chamber music, conducting, orchestration, electronic music and piano.

NO CODE

Performing Arts

Audition

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

You may audition on more than one instrument. Bring your own instrument(s) (except piano, tuba, double bass, harp, percussion, guitar amplifiers which are provided by the school). Perform a prepared solo selection, sing back melodic patterns, tap back rhythmic patterns and complete a sight reading of a given selection.

118

1864

5

73

Writing Sample

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

03M485

Technical Theatre

Practical theatre training in lighting, scenic carpentry, costume construction, drafting, electronics, sound technology and stage management.

NO CODE

Performing Arts

Audition

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

1. Prepare a typed 350-word essay that decribes your experience in any aspect of technical theatre, for example, lights, scenery design, sound design, special effects. 2. Participate in a hands-on practical. 3. Interview.

28

706

5

40

Writing Sample

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

03M485

Vocal Music

A conservatory approach in classical music including training in Italian, German, and French song, choral ensemble singing, music history, piano, theory and ear training. Electives include: opera, musical theatre, gospel, song writing, and composition.

NO CODE

Performing Arts

Audition

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

Perform a song without accompaniment from a song list provided at www.laguardiahs.org. Sing back melodic patterns and tap back rhythmic patterns.

181

3918

5

201

Writing Sample

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

03M492

Law, Advocacy and Community Justice High School

Students take law courses in their 11th and 12th grade years in addition to their social studies courses; a college preparatory focus is incorporated into the classroom curriculum.

M14A

Law & Government

Ed. Opt.

140

2053

10

76

03M494

Arts & Technology

Arts and Technology Infusion Program is an Interdisciplinary program with courses in visual arts (all media), computer literacy, graphic arts and media technology.

M12A

Visual Art & Design

Ed. Opt.

140

1347

5

51

03M494

Digital Media

An interactive program to explore the world of technolgoy through a sequence of challenging courses. Courses include Computer Applications, Web Design,Graphis Arts/Digital Photography, Digital Music Production, Cartooning and Animation.

M12B

Computer Science & Technology

Limited Unscreened

68

None

None

03M541

Manhattan/Hunter Science High School

Early College program that accelerates students to complete at least 30 college credits upon graduation.

M55A

Science & Math

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

108

4656

5

204

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Writing Sample

03M859

Voice, Instrument, and Composition

A85A

Performing Arts

Audition

Selection Criteria • English (85-100), Math (85-100), Social Studies (85-100), Science (85-100) • Standardized Test Scores: Math Level(s) 3-4, English Language Arts Level(s) 3-4 • Interview Audition Information: All students wishing to be considered for admission to Special Music School must register online for an audition. Registration for the audition will begin on October 7, 2013 via the school’s website at www.kaufman-center.org/sms. Students can find specific audition requirements on the school’s website. Students who pass the requirements of the audition will be invited to interview. Students who qualify for the interview will be notified by email.

50

250

5

1

03M860

Frederick Douglass Academy II for New Students

Science, Math, Humanities, and Art

M39A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

70

627

None

None

03M860

Frederick Douglass Academy II for Continuing Students

See above description.

M39B

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

26

43

None

None

04M372

Esperanza Preparatory Academy

A37A

Science & Math

Screened: Language

81

373

None

None

Open only to heritage Spanish speakers and students who attended Transitional Bilingual Education or Dual Language middle school programs.

04M409

Coalition School for Social Change

Service learning, interdisciplinary studies, and Advisory are key program components.

M90A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

120

225

5

20

04M435

Science & Mathematics Research

All students are required to take a 4-year sequence in mathematics and science while attending Manhattan Center.

M16J

Science & Math

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

378

3139

10

238

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

09X250

Eximius College Preparatory Academy: A College Board School

X03R

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

108

1221

None

None

04M435

Bilingual Spanish Science & Mathematics

This program is taught in Bilingual Spanish: all students are required to take a 4-year sequence in mathematics and science while attending Manhattan Center.

M16K

Science & Math

Screened: Language & Academics

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

34

212

34

15

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

04M495

Park East High School

M17J

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

100

1344

2

60

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

04M555

Central Park East

M86A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

115

3779

10

147

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

04M610

Young Women’s Leadership School

M96A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

81

1301

8

54

04M680

The Heritage School

Work in several arts media to express significant ideas.

M97A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

80

455

10

21

05M157

The Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce

M48A

Business

Limited Unscreened

81

261

None

None

05M304

Mott Hall High School

Experiential hands-on learning is an important part of the school’s curriculum.

M49X

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

108

540

None

None

05M362

Columbia Secondary School

A15A

Science & Math

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

96

1486

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Interview

05M367

Academy for Social Action: A College Board School

M01A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

141

5

13

05M369

Urban Assembly School for the Performing Arts

M04A

Performing Arts

Limited Unscreened

108

622

10

39

07X547

Dance

Students who major in dance will study and perform variety of dance styles from classical ballet to modern dance.

X49C

Performing Arts

Limited Unscreened

36

None

None

05M499

Frederick Douglass Academy for the Humanities (FDAH)

This Academy will prepare students for their choice of college studies and careers. They will have access to all elective and Advanced Placement (AP) courses offered at the Frederick Douglass Academy. Students are expected to take a minimum of two Advanced Placement (AP) or College Now courses for which they are eligible which may include AP United States History, AP Government & Politics, AP Microeconomics, AP European History, AP English Literature and Composition, AP English Language and Composition, AP Spanish, AP French, AP Latin.

M75B

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

160

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Special consideration will be given to students who participate in and complete the Open House activities.

05M499

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

This Academy will prepare students for college studies and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine. Students will have access to elective courses such as Robotics, Aeronautics/Aviation, Anatomy & Physiology, and Forensic Science. Students are expected to take a minimum of two Advanced Placement (AP) or College Now courses for which they are eligible and may include AP Calculus, AP Statistics, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Physics.

M75C

Science & Math

Screened

160

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Special consideration will be given to students who participate and complete the Open House activities.

05M670

International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program

College preparatory program to prepare students to participate in an interrelated world. Students can earn an International Certificate of Achievement at the end of 10th grade and continue on to earn a Regents Diploma or International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma.

M47A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

108

738

5

35

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Interview

05M692

Pre-Engineering

NO CODE

Engineering

Test

110

19067

3

904

Admission to this Specialized High School is based solely on the score obtained on the Specialized High Schools Admission Test (SHSAT). Students should speak to their guidance counselors in the Fall to register for the SHSAT. Guidance counselors will provide each student with an Admission Ticket indicating the date, location and time of the SHSAT. The ticket must be presented at the test site. Students should inform their guidance counselor if they are unable to test on the day assigned.

06M211

Inwood Early College for Health and Information Technologies

Computer Science & Technology

A16A

Computer Science & Technology

Limited Unscreened

81

None

None

06M293

City College Academy of the Arts

M06A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 2-4

Levels 2-4

81

2595

5

76

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

06M346

Community Health Academy of the Heights

M07A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

777

None

None

06M348

Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School

Students participate in interdisciplinary learning across all subject areas.

M88A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

81

725

None

None

06M423

High School for Excellence and Innovation

A24A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

60

292

None

None

06M462

International Business to The College Academy

Business simulation program that allows students to operate their own virtual business on a global scale. Many students attend college through this program and are placed in firms throughout New York City for paid internships and mentoring.

M32A

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Ed. Opt.

108

651

5

34

06M463

Media and Communications Institute

Journalism, creative writing, introduction to media, introduction to film, and website design.

M30A

Communications

Ed. Opt.

150

623

None

None

06M467

Law and Public Service

Constitutional law, leadership in a changing world, women and leadership, mock trials and congressional debates, John Jay College, law firms and District Attorney's offices.

M31A

Law & Government

Ed. Opt.

181

1217

None

None

06M468

Health Careers & Sciences

Forensic and environmental sciences.

M33A

Science & Math

Ed. Opt.

175

711

None

None

09X252

Mott Hall Bronx High School

X04R

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Limited Unscreened

87

1577

None

None

09X260

Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics

X05R

Science & Math

Limited Unscreened

108

3461

None

None

06M540

The Academy of the Humanities

The Academy of the Humanities offers students the opportunity to explore the liberal arts as they prepare for entry to a competitive college or university. Students enrolled in the Academy of the Humanities take courses such as Introduction to the Humanities, Multicultural Studies, The language of argument, reading and writing New York, Dystopian Novels, AP US History, AP English Composition, and AP English Literature.

M19C

Humanities & Interdisciplinary

Screened

Levels 3-4

Levels 3-4

82

152

None

None

Review of Attendance & Punctuality

07X547

Music

Students who major in music will have an opportunity learn how to play band instruments and/or participate in treble choir. Students will gain an appreciation for music and how music impacts culture.

X49D

Performing Arts

Limited Unscreened

24

None

None