All students in 11th grade are automatically registered to take the SAT, and all students in 10th grade are automatically registered to take the PSAT10. This list of distinguished Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts alumni is loosely ordered by relevance, so the most recognizable celebrities who attended Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts are at the top of the list. Richard Benjamin PA 56 Andy Gonzalez M&A 69 I look back and am so proud of our students artistic and academic achievements, both in and out of the classroom setting. I hope that your holiday break was filled with rest, relaxation and time for family and friends. At LaGuardia, we know how much our community cares about authentic academic growth to set students up for success in college, conservatory, and the workplace. Rochelle Aytes LaG 94 Jean Emile PA 85 Audrey Flack M&A 48 Please use the Zoom link below to join the session. Our ability to teach and learn remotely across the system allows us to continue working with our studentseven when school buildings are closed. There is a lot of walking to and from Central Park, Bethesda Fountain and LaGuardia. She's appeared on "Jack & Jill," "Deadwood," "Nip/Tuck" and "American Horror Story." Stuart Ostrow M&A 50 Robert Kopelson M&A 64 Over 100 years later, our world continues to grapple with truth and bias towards or against someones gender, race, gender identity, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, disability, family status, and age. Lisa Fischer M&A 76 I have been offered an opportunity to serve New York City students and families in a leadership capacity outside of the Department of Education. In order to minimize disruption to regular classroom instruction, the majority of LaGuardia students will take these assessments during Regents Week (January 24 - January 27). He was Chief of Intelligent Systems Division at the National Institute of Science and Technology. Charles Smalls* PA 61 Kirk Acevedo LaG 89 This years All-School Musical, Chicago: Teen Edition, fits the bill. Alphonse Normandia M&A 44 Alumni and Friends of LaGuardia High School | New York NY FINAL GRADE = 11.09 + 20.42 + 31.5 + 27.9 = 90.91, Regents Science Course - Fall Semester Grading Measures at a Glance, FINAL GRADE = 11.9 + 23.1 + 24.5 + 13.5 + 12.75 = 85.75, FINAL GRADE = 13.3 + 24.5 + 25.2 + 14.25 + 13.5 = 90.75. All rights reserved. history Eddie Daniels PA 59 Pavo Carey M&A 80 I will soon find myself with a new role. Please plan accordingly. Barbara Grossman M&A 61 Carl Anthony Payne II LaG 87 Every student will have a different schedule depending on the arts courses they are enrolled in, and additional academic opportunities they would like to take advantage of. Sean Daniel M&A 69 Ms. Kleiman also holds Zoom sessions every Friday around a designated post-secondary topic. March 1, 2023. Please visit LoganCulwell.com.). He also worked as a lyricist and director on several Off-Broadway revues, roles that became the focus of his later career on Broadway. Leonard Meek PA 81 List of Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School alumni. These events would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of our students, staff, alumni, and families. Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia kindly shared with The Post some vintage yearbooks from the famous school. On Broadway, he wrote, directed and starred in A Class Act and, most recently, directed Audra McDonald in Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill. The event is sponsored by the Food Education Fund, an extraordinary partner who's worked with Food and Finance HS to provide immeasurable opportunities to their scholars and has recently partnered with our high school. Notable alumni. Judith Shahn M&A 46 Get real time school updates on your mobile device with eChalk Notify. Please note that for some of the activities, students are scheduled individually with their own specific reporting time. We are now in the testing window period for 9th and 10th grade students city-wide to take periodic assessments in English and Math, called MAP Growth Assessments. Evan Weinstein PA 80 Jerome Ashby* PA 73 Marianne Mandell M&A 47 and have set aside funds so we can all celebrate together. Beth Ames Swartz M&A 53 Ellen Barkin PA 72 Thank you to our C30 Committee for their insightful questions and feedback during the interview process. Notable Alumni A. James Clark School of Engineering James S. Albus PhD, Electrical Engineering '72 James S. Albus was the recipient of the 1994 Engineering Centennial award. Tichina Arnold M&A/LaG 87 Stu Phillips M&A 47 Most recently, she appeared in In the Heights and Pippin. Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson* M&A 49 Jonathan Lethem M&A 82 Ben Lanzarone M&A 56 Frank Owens M&A 50 This years All-School Musical may have the glitter that we have come to expect from our Concert Hall stage, but it also speaks volumes as to the type of community we aim to be. Blocking belongson the stage,not on websites. We strongly urge all families to set up a NYCSA account to stay connected with your school, keep track of your childs grades, and receive other important news and information such as alerts regarding building closures. Priscilla Lopez, Priscilla Lopez is probably most famous for creating the role of Morales in A Chorus Line, and specifically for singing "Nothing," a song that pulls heavily from her own experiences at LaGuardia High School. The concert, presented by The Museum of Jewish Heritage, features songs written in the ghettos and camps of Nazi-occupied Europe performed by top cantors alongside pop and Broadway talent. Donna Levinstone M&A 72 We ask ourselves how we speak with young people about race, and how we speak with young people about racism. Sharon Freeman M&A 66 If you do not want your student participating in MAP Growth Assessments, please use this form to opt-out by Friday, January 20, 2023: MAP Growth Testing OPT-OUT Form (2022-23). Dana Dane (Dana McLeese) M&A 83 Keep up with whats happening in NYC public schools! Edward Villella PA 54 The CEC also successfully advocated for a much-needed middle school option in the Red Hook, Brooklyn neighborhood. There is a request process that can take up to 11 weeks to receive a decision. Ive learned that this type of relationship building begins with the heart. Sarah Paulson, After some early stage credits (like Talking Pictures at the Signature Theatre), Sarah Paulson found success on television. To help families prepare, this letter explains how to access remote learning tools and platforms and how to. The "introductory year" of the Free Academy grew into Townsend Harris High School which flourished until 1942 when it was closed by Mayor LaGuardia because of budgetary constraints. Carol Lieberman M&A 61 This year, if New York City public school buildings are closed due to inclement weather,remote learning will be conducted on that day. Solo and collaborative pianist Christopher Koelzer hails from the San Francisco Bay Area, and performs, records, and coaches regularly in the New York City and Washington, D.C. metropolitan areas. She's best known for her film work, having appeared in "The Big Easy," "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas," "Sea of Love" and "Switch," to name a few. Joshua Rifkin M&A 60 January is a bustling month of continued performances featuring students from the Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Dance, and Technical Theatre studios: At LaGuardia, it is vital that our students experience sharing their artistic gifts to bring together communities for important causes. We hope that having this information will help manage your expectations for grades this Spring Semester. As always, we follow the guidance of our health experts, and at the recommendation of our partners at DOHMH, we strongly encourage every student and staff member to mask wear a well-fitting mask indoors. A&F also has many special programs that support students with financial need. Tamas Detrich PA Leslie Dunner M&A 74 or in-person with cash on Wednesdays in the Main Lobby. Hal Linden M&A 48 May LaGuardias equity lamp always burn bright. The day of the performance tickets are available in-person one hour prior to start time. Dear LaGuardia 9th and 10th Grade Students and Families. The Top 10 Broadway Alumni from the Real-Life "Fame" School: LaGuardia High School. Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia - provides individual awards, department grants and other assistance to the students and school that enhance the arts education and ensures that current and future students receive the same high quality arts education provided to alumni. On Friday, February 10, we present the first of four Senior Art Shows of the year! You may purchase tickets online or in-person with cash on Wednesdays in the Main Lobby. In which case, of course, your progress is a step backwards and downwards.Aldous Huxley (18941963), Polytechnic Institute Of New York University -. | Your OP MUST be on the form. Symphonic Band and Wind Symphony Winter Concert, Interlochen Arts Camp In Person Auditions at LaGuardia 1/13. For more information about COVID-19 health and safety precautions and guidance at New York City public schools, please visit schools.nyc.gov/covid19. Please use the Zoom link below to join the session. After graduating, Price become somewhat of a wunderkind, making his Broadway debut just four years later. Please email Parent Association Senior Representative Anne at seniorrep@laguardiahspa.orgwith any questions. We look forward to our final performances of the fall semester: Friday, January 20 (4pm & 7pm) & Saturday, January 21 (2pm) - Winter Dance Showcase, Wednesday, January 25 (6:30pm) - New Music Showcase, Thursday, January 26 (6:30pm) - Symphonic Band & Wind Symphony Concert. ). Students and families may already see some grades as they are being processed by the system but please note that the official grade is not finalized until February 1. Please keep in mind that the best way to reach a staff member is via email, listed in our, The Weekly Counseling Newsletter is a great source of new information and reminders. There are currently no Laguardia notable alumni listed. President's Birthdays & Mid-Winter Break - 2/20-24. Pinchas Zukerman PA 67, Priscilla Baskerville M&A 67 Helen Slater PA 82 Annabelle Gamson M&A 46 Our new Substance Abuse Prevention and Intervention Specialist, Alex Falk, is offering a course in Mindfulness. Sterling Campbell M&A 82 Reri Grist M&A 49 Dont be surprised if you get a few goosebumps as the cast pours out their soul through dance, acting, and song! The DOE has recently posted three forms that families should complete on NYCSA: If you have already created an account and should click on Forgot your password to reset your account. Joel Hirschhorn PA 55 Before we send everyone off to their Thanksgiving holidays, we have a few updates: NYC Stands with Asylum Seekers - 11/30-12/9. As a trans man its crucial for me that our students feel that they belong. Kevin Jeff PA 77 , fits the bill. All donated items will be delivered to city-approved dropoff locations. Darrell Grand Moultrie LaG 95 Charles Busch, Another LaGuardia graduate that has enjoyed careers in several different roles, Charles Busch is most famous for his string of campy comedic plays, including The Divine Sister, The Lady in Question, Red Scare on Sunset and Vampire Lesbians of Sodom,all of which he both wrote and starred in. , to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Once College Board approves testing accommodations for a student, the approved testing accommodations apply to all future College Board exams, including AP Exams, College Board Exams, CLEP Exams, SAT Exams, and PSAT Exams. Cy Coleman (born Seymour Kaufman)* M&A 47 Students and families should access the revised sheet (Student Information for MAP Growth Testing (January 2023)) for information on where they should report and what time they should be at the Computer Lab they are assigned to for the MAP Growth Assessments. Gerald Fried M&A 45 Frank Von Zerneck PA 58 Seymour Shifrin* M&A 44 They span both sides of the curtain, from performers to writers and directors. Steven Scott LaG 87 It is with great sadness that we learned of the sudden passing of Susan Forman Titone, M&A 70, who died on January 30th, 2023. We invite interested families to join these large group presentations on Fridays at 9 am or 12:30 pm. Arthur Rubinstein* M&A 54 Christopher Chadman* PA 75 Please continue to inform us if a staff or student tests positive for COVID-19 by emailing covid@laguardiahs.org with: The Citywide Council on High Schools is collecting questions for their upcoming Town Hall meeting with Chancellor David C. Banks on February 7. Julius Brewster LaG 96 We are excited to announce that spring sports will begin on March 1st for all interested athletes. Bill Charlap PA 84 A&F is a non-profit, 501 (c) 3 organization. Students should not prepare/study for these assessments and should not be concerned about their performance on the exam. To select a CR in lieu of a passing numeric grade, for any of the semesters between Spring 2020-Spring 2023, the parent/guardian must submit this form: CR Selection Request Form (2022-2023 SY). She also performs with orchestras frequently. Prominent graduates from Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts include celebrities, politicians, business people, athletes and more. Famous people who attended/graduated include: Neil Diamond Bobby Fischer Beverly Sills Barbara Stanwyck Barbara Streisand Mae West Bob Arum Joseph Barbera (of Hanna-Barbera) Al Davis (Oakland/LA/LV Raiders own. This directory is not just composed of graduates of this school, as some of the famous people on this list didn't necessarily earn a degree from Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts. Rob Derke LaG 90 Ron Eldard PA 83 The PSAT10 is not the same as the PSAT, and PSAT10 scores have no role in the National Merit Scholarship Competition or the college application process. Meyer Kupferman* M&A 43 The decline triggered. Lolita San Miquel PA 52 Stanley Drucker* M&A 44 Louis Falco* PA 60 They can also be purchased in person beginning one hour before the concert. Mil Lubroth M&A 44 New York City's preeminent high school for performing arts has an impressive list of alumni who became big-time Broadway successes. Graduates from Music & Art, Performing Arts and LaGuardia have gone on to successful careers in the arts and beyond. Marking period 3 grades are the final grades which post to the transcript. A reminder that if the cost of admission, or transportation to the performance, causes a financial hardship for your family, please reach out to Assistant Principal Shelliann Wiliams (swillia35@schools.nyc.gov). Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, 100 Amsterdam Ave David Ehrenstein M&A 64 Bruce Dukov M&A 69 Bess Myerson M&A 41 Daniel Melnick* PA 51 LaGuardia High School is committed to ensuring no student information is inappropriately disclosed or shared when communicating with our families. Please be reminded that all adults must present an ID and proof of vaccination to enter LaGuardia. Make a Gift - Alumni giving plays an important role in advancing the College's legacy. Billy Cobham M&A 62 The SAT exam administered to 11th grade students is an official SAT exam - if a student chooses not to apply to college with SAT test scores, the score will not be seen by any college. Rick Gonzales LaG 97 New York City is home to some of the country's best theatre, dance and art, so it's no surprise that one of the best places for young people to get training in these disciplines is a longtime Upper West Side institution: Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts. The course will be co-taught by Alex Falk, SAPIS, and an additional teacher. Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts is the premier Arts school in the nation. Welcome to the official page of Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia High School. Thank you to the Fine Arts Studio for adding additional times and dates for all art shows this year to accommodate as many family schedule needs as possible. Simone Biles, Gymnast, greatest female gymnast of all time. In order to be considered for this scholarship opportunity, you must complete an. The draft of the Regents Week Schedule can be viewed here. Daniel Lewis PA 62 Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, 100 Amsterdam Ave All chaperones make sure that Seniors are aware of their surroundings, follow all traffic safety rules, cross at lights, don't stand in the street, etc. This policy supports student achievement and improvement in current and future courses. Susan Schulman PA 62 The coming-of-age musical about a trans child in a haunted house is based on Kyle Lukoffs award-winning book. Tess Marsalis M&A 79 Adrien Brody LaG 91 gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/isolation.html, nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-testing.page, cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/stay-up-to-date.html, nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/flu-seasonal.page, nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/respiratory-syncytial-virus.page, nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-vaccines.page, nyc.gov/site/doh/about/press/pr2022/health-department-issues-commissioners-advisory.page, 35021 DOE Family Update Week of December 12 2022__English.pdf, 35021-doe-family-update-week-of-december-12-2022-chinese.pdf, 35021-doe-family-update-week-of-december-12-2022-russian.pdf, 35021-doe-family-update-week-of-december-12-2022-spanish.pdf. Mitch Leigh M&A 46 Reginald Pollack* M&A 41 An earlier version of this article incorrectly stated that the High School of Music and Art and the School of Performing Arts combined into one building in 1961. 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