The Digital Dragon
Student, Family & Community
Saturday, May 20: BAGLY Youth Pride
BAGLY’s Youth Pride consists of a festival with a youth-led march, community resource tabling, and live performances by LGBTQ+ youth! If you know a young person at BLA or within BPS who would be interested, please encourage them to sign up! Fill out the form to reserve your ticket (tickets are required for entry). We will meet at a discreet location to preserve privacy (Modern Pastry ).
Sunday, May 21: Amplify GSA Summit
The Amplify GSA Summit is organized by The Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ+ Advancement and our very own Jevon Williams! The Summit will feature workshops for youth and adults to learn about healthy lifestyles, professional skills, how to be an ally, and more! Teachers and students are welcome to attend. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how to support LGBTQ+ students in our school community.
SuccessLink School Year Job Applications are NOW OPEN!
Looking for a job this school year? Between the ages of 14 to 18?
The application for the SuccessLink Youth Jobs program is now open! Click here for more information!
AM Youth Summer Employment
The Academic Mentoring Dept. will be hosting a summer job site for youth. Youth will learn about Mentorship, Peer Leadership, while getting paid. This fun and interactive position will be the beginning of having more student involvement in our year-round program and decision making.
Students 14-18 years old, and Boston residents are encouraged to apply.
TAG | ALERTA
We are glad to share that the TAG | ALERTA summer application is available now! This Summer we plan to offer students ELA, STEM, Arts, Sports, field trips and more. TAG | ALERTA's goal is to support Latinx, multilingual and multicultural students through project-based classroom practices and a learning environment that fosters students' cultural pride, civic engagement, and leadership skills. See our website for more information about who we are and what we plan to do this summer.
Important details about this Summer:
Dates: July 10th - August 11th, Monday - Friday, 9am-3pm
Cost: Completely FREE
Requirements: Current 5th - 9th grade student, proof of Covid-19 vaccination (Please reach out to us for more information if any of your students are not vaccinated), current Boston resident.
Application Deadline: June 16th
Transportation: We do not offer transportation, but we are accessible via MBTA Red Line JFK/UMass Station and Buses #8, #16, and #41 that also stop at JFK/UMass Station and there students can take the free shuttle #1 that drops them off at Campus Center.
Lunch: We provide FREE lunch and snacks to all students, but students are welcome to bring their own if they prefer.
Attached are this year’s flyers in English and Spanish and we’d appreciate it if you could share it with your students and their families. Please let us know if your school will be having any events that we could join to promote our Summer Program to the families you currently support.
The TAG | ALERTA Application comes in 3 steps:
Interested applicants must fill out the BPS CommonApp here.
Once we receive that application, someone from our team will reach out to confirm their information and send them the second part of our application one of three ways:
Via DocuSign: We can send applicants a digital application they can fill out and sign on their phone or computer without needing to print.
In-Person: If anyone would prefer to fill out the application in person, please have them reach out to us to coordinate a time/date for them to come to campus and fill it out in person.
Print and Submit: We have attached a PDF of the application in English and Spanish that your school or families can print, fill out and send back to us. Then, they can send it back to us via email to tag@umb.edu or they can text it to our office number 857.301.7850.
Applicants must provide us with an up-to-date copy of the student’s Physical/Camp Form.
If you, any of your students or their families have any questions or need assistance with the application process, feel free to email us to tag@umb,edu , or call/text us at 857.301.7850!
Fresh Films
Teens 14 - 18 can get paid to build film skills and make movies this summer! Starting July 10th, teens will meet Monday - Friday for 5 weeks at Charlestown High School as they learn the ins and outs of filmmaking while creating film projects! In the Fresh Films Paid Boston Summer Film program, teens will get hands-on experience using professional film equipment including cameras, boom mics, lighting and audio recording. Plus, under the guidance of industry pros, teens will be fully immersed in the pre-production, production AND post-production process of filmmaking!
Who: Teens 14 - 18 looking to get creative this summer!
What: PAID, hands-on filmmaking program
When: Monday - Friday starting July 10 - August 11 | 10am - 2pm
Where: Charlestown High School (240 Medford St., Charlestown MA 02129)
Applications are open NOW! Space is limited and spots are first come first serve- so apply today at https://freshfilms.org/boston/
All program participants will be paid by Fresh Films!
I have attached step-by-step instructions on how to sign up for the program via SchoolMint below. If anyone has any issues registering, please reach out to Kyle (kylebarkalow@freshfilms.org) or Leah (leahcrandell@freshfilms.org)
1. FREE Sports Clearance Physicals on May 20th at Madison Park Gym. Registration required: Remember PPE done May 20, 2023 good through June 20, 2024 for all sports. Athletes who complete this also get a $10 gift card to the Fresh Truck that they can use for health food.
2. FREE Strong Girl Summer Strength and Conditioning Program.
It is offered at two different sites and two different times. Register here:
This 6-week program is open to all currently enrolled Boston Public School females (and anyone who identifies as female) in grades 7-12. This program provides a full fitness assessment, instruction and exercise designed to prevent injuries, strength training and confidence building. The program will be led by athletic trainers, physical therapists and BPS coaches.
Applications for Boston PIC summer internships are still being accepted on a rolling basis.
The PIC targets students in their Junior or Senior year and students must be 16 years. Sophomores who are 16 and older and have had previous employment are also encouraged to apply.
Jóvenes en Acción (JEA) program.
It’s that time of year again, where we begin to set our eyes on the upcoming summer. As y’all are getting through this 4th quarter we wanted to share a couple of summer opportunities for your students.
We want to start off with a huge thank you to all of you that have shared our Jóvenes en Acción (JEA) program. Our Summer paid JEA opportunity opened up and we have gotten a huge amount of applications. If you have any student that is looking for a summer program where they can:
Train in Dance, Music, or Theatre within Afro-Latin styles and traditions
Take workshops that aid in College/Career Exploration & Civic Engagement and Cultural District work
Have Friday field trips to colleges and other great artistic and cultural experiences in the Greater Boston area.
Please send them our application link soon. I’ll attach our flyer and information sheet as well. We are close to being full, but have an active waitlist. If you have any student you assisted with an application and would like to know their status please reach out. I would be happy to share where they are in our process.
Regardless of whether your students are able to get into JEA, or not, we want to share about all the other amazing summer paid opportunities here in Boston! I’m sure you know about the Successlink Jobs, but this year there have been a lot of changes. We are hoping it makes the youth application process, especially for non-profit organizations, simpler! Check out their website here to see all the different opportunities.
There should also be a number of neighborhood fairs coming up where youth could go and potentially get offered a job onsite! Keep an eye out for the events update on the Successlink website.
Paid ICA Student Opportunities
Summer 2023:
Teen Digital Cooperative (TDC) is a paid media production program that equips teens with photography and video production skills while empowering them to connect with their communities. TDC meets on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:00 - 4:00 PM from 7/10/23 - 8/4/2023. Applicants should apply by 5/14 here!
Fall 2023:
Teen Exhibitions Program (TEP) is a paid group of teens that work together to plan, curate, and install artwork in the ICA Teen Gallery located at the ICA’s Seaport Studio just two blocks from the ICA. TEP organizes two exhibitions a year to amplify teen art and invites teens in Boston and beyond to engage with the artwork. TEP meets on from, from Fridays from 4:00-7:00 PM, from 8/8/23 - 6/14/24, plus additional dates. Applicants should apply by 5/10 here!
Teen Arts Council (TAC) is a paid group of teens with the goal of addressing social issues, introducing teens to the ICA and art in general. TAC organizes events throughout the year to connect with teens. This includes Teen Night, a night of artmaking and youth performances, and The Current, an event focusing on socio-political issues affecting teens in Boston. TAC meets on Thursdays from 4-7pm, from 8/7/23 - 6/13/24. Applicants should apply by 5/10 here!
Local photo program, Big Picture Art House is running weekly classes this Summer for 11–15 year-olds. Pick up and drop off is at the monument in Jamaica Plain, digital cameras are provided and teachers are professional photographers. Class sizes are small, at 7, and field trips happen daily around the city and surrounding neighborhoods. They are currently having a huge sale on their Overnight Berkshires Retreat with $1000 off using the code OVERNIGHT (only 2 coupons available). BPS students take $100 off any class with code BPS. Email owner/teacher Jenny with questions bigpicturearthouse@gmail.com, text questions to 781-696-1138 or go to the website to find out more, www.bigpicturearthouse.com.
3PointFoundation Summer Academy for Boston middle school students.
The 3PointFoundation has been working in afterschool programs for the past 10 years in partnership with teachers and administrators to bring our students project based learning but more importantly to connect with kids to help them as they grow into young leaders.
We also provide a Summer Academy at 3 different locations for 5 weeks in the summer. The Summer Academy is an amazing opportunity for Boston students to get 21st Century Skills, develop a growth mindset, connect with other students and peer role models, and have a memorable and life changing experience.
Here is our website with more information about our work and the students we have helped over the past 10 years! Also attached our summer flier with all our sites and application information below.
Website:
Summer Application
Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department’s Summer Enrichment Program,
Is currently accepting applications for high school sophomores and juniors interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement. The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department is offering a 7-week paid internship program that will be held from Wednesday, July 5th and end on Friday, August 18th . This program is designed to provide a great learning and networking experience for high school students. During this internship, students will have the opportunity to work with experienced professionals in law enforcement and learn about the different roles and responsibilities in this field. Students will also be exposed to various aspects of law enforcement work, community policing, state and city government etc.
Students will also have the opportunity to participate in field trips to law enforcement agencies and attend lectures from experts in the field. In addition to gaining valuable knowledge and experience, students will also be compensated for their time. The internship pays $15 per hour, and students will be expected to work Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for 21 hours a week. This is a great opportunity for high school students to learn about law enforcement and get paid for it!
If you have any students who would be interested in this opportunity, please feel free to share this email with them. Applications are now open and will be accepted until Friday, May 12th. To apply, please visit our website http://www.scsdma.org/sep2023/.
Camp Harbor View
Our camp application is now open! It can be found at https://campharborview.org/summer-camp/applications-and-forms/
A little reminder about who we are: Camp Harbor View is a free day camp located on Long Island in the Boston Harbor. We serve residents of Boston who are entering 6th, 7th, 8th, or 9th grade in the coming fall. We recommend families apply soon, as it is first come first serve and we fill up quickly!
You may notice a few changes, including the removal of the COVID-19 vaccination requirement and the change in structure.
Athletics PPE (Physicals) Opportunity: May 20th
BPS Athletics in collaboration with Mass General Brigham are offering FREE PPE (Athletic Physical) exams to all student athletes. Saturday, May 20, 2023- Madison Park- 8:00am-1:00pm. Flyer with QR codes to register in English and Spanish. Questions contact bpsathletictrainer@bostonpublicschools.org
Restorative Justice Practices Training: May 23, 2023 & June 1, 2023
School-Wide Implementation practices training. For more information see flyer here. Questions contact Brenda Coaston-Lewis- bcoastonlewis@bostonpublicschools.org
Workouts and Skill Development take place on Saturdays at 12pm at the Holland BCYF Community Center.
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE’s) Office of Language Acquisition (OLA) will conduct a Tiered Focused Monitoring Review of Boston Public Schools The Office of Language Acquisition reviews each district’s English Learner Education (ELE) program every six years to monitor compliance with federal and state English learner education laws and regulations. Areas of review will include English learners’ student assessments, identification of English learners; what programs English learners are placed in, parent and community involvement, curriculum and instruction, student support services, licensure requirements for faculty, staff and administration, program plans, and evaluation and recordkeeping.
The Office of Multilingual and Multicultural Education would like your support to ask if Haitian parents/guardians are available to participate in focus groups during the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education TFM visits. Parents/families would be answering questions around their experience as parents of Multilingual learners in the district.
If you have any questions, please contact Body Homicile at bhomicile@bostonpublicschools.org.
Boston Public School High Schools,
SAIL is a unique leadership program for high school students to engage with successful leaders and organizations through interactive workshops and a trip to Israel, an international hub of discovery and innovation. The deadline is rapidly approaching, and we are looking for you as leaders of your schools to nominate up to two student leaders to apply to SAIL. There are 18 spots, so the application process is competitive. I have attached a copy of the SAIL flyer for you to post in guidance or to submit to your faculty. We know this is a busy time of year for schools and appreciate your time and help. If you have further questions, you can contact myself or Deborah Coltin at dcoltin@lappinfoundation.org.
Boston Parks is hosting free golf lessons next week if any of your students are interested! And hosting free ultimate frisbee, softball and baseball clinics:
https://www.boston.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/parks-sports-and-activities
A paid, year-long program for public high school students that develops leadership skills through original creative arts producing. Participants will form a community of like-minded peers and industry connections as they design and implement their own arts initiatives in collaboration with the A.R.T.’s values and programming. They will leave the program equipped and inspired to become change-makers in their communities.
Applicants must be 16 years of age or older as of July 1, 2023 for payroll purposes. Participants will be paid an hourly wage for all sessions (summer and school year).
Important dates:
April/May 2023: Rolling Interviews
End of May 2023: Participants Notified
June 2023: Orientation Celebration
July 5-August 16, 2023: Summer Sessions
September 2023-May 2024: Monthly Sessions
June 2024: Closing Celebration
To learn more about this program, please visit our website here, or check the attached flyer. Here is the form for students to apply to our program.
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Bridge to Calculus through Northeastern
At the free online Question Center, students can get extra help generally for Calculus (but can ask questions in other branches of Math too) and for college prep.. We pair students with mentors to ensure that they get individual attention. We require them to fill in a consent form which can be found at the link mentioned in the flyer (QR code also provided). Once we receive the consent forms, I will send them the zoom link for the meeting. But if any of them have trouble filling in the forms, they can email me, and we can help them with the same.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions regarding the program.
Here is a link to our website: https://bridgetocalculus.sites.northeastern.edu/
BLA Operations
*If students are staying after school, please be sure that they scan the After School QR code*
We will be hosting our very first Virtual Coffee with the Leadership Team NEXT Friday, May 19th, from 7:30- 8:15 AM. The theme of this month's meeting will be our End of Year Wrap-up. Make your favorite coffee and join us in the Zoom link down below. We look forward to seeing you all there. Have a great weekend!
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Girls Soccer Informational Meeting NEXT TUESDAY 5/23 from 1:50pm-2:30pm in 344!
We'll be organizing pods, contact trees, and going over the different summer opportunities to work on all aspects of your game.
Questions? Contact Coach Stafford or Coach Boggs
New Grading Policy Key Highlights
Last year the School Site Council voted on the Grading and Assessment Policy. This policy was created with input from many stakeholders and will continue to be highlighted in our weekly memo’s. As part of the feedback there are a few really important shifts to be shared.
Under the new grading the following is the expectation:
Homework over school vacation periods will be limited to two subjects and homework should be designed to take 30 minutes or less. There will be no long-term project or large assignments will be assigned over school vacation weeks. *AP courses and summer reading assignments are an exception to this rule:
February break: Science and ELA
April break: Latin and Modern Foreign Language
Upon our return we will begin preparing for Midterms and completing MAP Assessments. Here is what was decided in regards to Midterms and Finals:
Mid-Year and Final Exams
Final and Mid-Year exams will contribute to the final course grade. Each exam will count as a summative assessment grade in either term 2 or term 4.
Mid-Year shall be a cumulative summative assessment that assesses what students have learned over the course of the first semester. Mid-year shall be aligned to the standards or course outcomes.
After reviewing the mid-year exam, teachers shall review the data and create appropriate action plans
D’s and F’s
Student Receiving Ds or Failing Grades
For students who have failing grades at the progress report period, teachers shall call home and communicate feedback to caregivers that outlines why the student is not demonstrating mastery and comment on the progress report
For students receiving Ds at progress report period, the teacher shall input a comment on the progress report that explains why the student is receiving.
That communication shall be logged in SIS.
BPS DAILY HOME HEALTH CHECKLIST
Please use the BPS daily checklist everyday. The checklist is available in many languages and found HERE
Please remember that we are still strongly recommending students mask up and stay home if they are feeling sick. Please reference my messaging last week particularly these points:
Wash your hands–Perform frequent hand washing and cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
Don’t come to school if you’re sick–use our home health checklist to monitor your symptoms.
Get vaccinated and boosted! Visit the City of Boston’s Vaccine Clinics or your medical provider.
Wear your mask indoors! Wearing your mask is always a safe bet!
Use your free Covid-19 rapid test before you go to school–Use the free rapid antigen test provided to each student. Test even if you’re not experiencing any symptoms.
Call your student’s school to report a Covid-19 positive case–If your student tests positive for Covid-19, please report it immediately.
Refrain from sharing food and/or drinks with others.
TRANSPORTATION UPDATES & SAFETY
Please have your child ready for the bus at their assigned pickup location ten minutes before the stated pickup time. Please also be prepared for bus delays. If you would like to know where your child’s bus is in real time, check out Where’s My School Bus online at schoolbus.bostonpublicschools.org.
If your child needs way-finding help, please encourage them to call the BPS Transportation Helpline at 617-635-9520. If your child becomes lost, they should call 9-1-1. The Boston Police Department's school unit coordinates with Boston Public Schools to locate missing children and return them to their parents and/or guardians or school as quickly as possible.
MORNING SAFETY
Please follow the signs posted near the school and watch your speed during school arrival times.
Please avoid blocking traffic by stopping in the middle of the road, parking in the spots designated for buses, making U-turns and dropping students off in the teacher parking lots.
Library Updates
Library Hours:
Mon-Thur: 6:30am - 3:30pm
Fri: 6:30am - 1:40pm
The after-school teacher in charge is Ms. Medina. If you have any questions, contact the librarians.
The library's current Donors Choose project is to purchase a new, updated 3D printer and 3D doodle pens! The project can be found here.
Book Club meets every Wednesday in the lower library, from 1:50-2:30. Contact Ms. Sweeney for details.
Comic Con is coming up, on March 9th and 10th! If you are interested in donating supplies for Comic Con, our Amazon wishlist can be found here. Donations purchased from our wishlist can be sent to: Boston Latin Academy c/o Marina Sweeney, 205 Townsend St., Boston, MA 02121. Thank you for your support!
Nursing/COVID Protocol
If you test positive for COVID, fill out the google form (below) so we can correctly excuse this absence and record this illness. Please follow the directions for quarantine on the form, if you need further assistance, feel free to reach out to Nurse Conlin and Price. You may also visit this website for additional information.
If your student requires any medication during the school year ie: inhaler, epipen , please be sure to fill out the authorization for prescription medication paperwork and have it signed by both parent and MD. See nurse website for more information. If your student may require Ibuprofin/acetominophen/benedryl/ cetrizine, please fill out the OTC form also found on the nurses page. If your student had a Physical exam over the summer or during this school year, please be sure to forward a copy to our school nurses. Please visit our school nurses webpage for any information/paperwork you may require: https://www.latinacademy.org/families/nurses office
Google Form for reporting positive COVID case: HERE
BPS Athletics in collaboration with Mass General Brigham are proud to be offering FREE PPE (Athletic Physical) exams to all student athletes. Obtaining your PPE will allow you to participate on any BPS athletic team through the end of June 2024. You will not be able to participate in any BPS athletic team without an up to date PPE!
When- Saturday, May 20, 2023
Where- Madison Park/O'Bryant- Gym (Building #4)
Time- 8:00am- 1:00pm
Questions...
bpsathletictrainer@bostonpublicschools.org
Boston Partners in Education
Boston Partners in Education will match academic mentors with your students to support them 1:1 or in small groups. Our mentors come directly to your classroom for 1 hour each week, for the duration of the school year. Students that may benefit from working with a mentor might: need additional time to understand concepts, lack confidence or motivation in certain subjects, need help following through to complete work, or need stronger organizational and study skills. If you have students that would benefit from an academic mentor, you can nominate them for support at https://bostonpartners.org/educators/. Teachers can also request online after-school tutoring for their students here: https://bostonpartners.org/ils-nomination/.
CATIE'S CLOSET
We have partnered with Catie's Closet to end clothing insecurity. Feel free to bring any gently used or new clothes. We will have boxes on each floor (near front Office, rooms 242, 343 of the building). Questions? Contact Ms. White and Ms. Medina.
FRESH FOOD PICK-UP
This will be happening the 2nd Saturday of every month. The registration form will be sent out a week in advance for families to register to pick up a box of fresh food. Questions or interested in volunteering? Contact Ms. Medina at mmedina5@bostonpublicschools.org
Hello,
Green Space Financial Literacy workshops are held on the 2nd Wednesday and 3rd Tuesdays of every month. Each month the workshop offerings (Budgeting or Credit) will be opposite from the dates of the previous month. As an example, if budgeting is held on the Wednesday schedule this month it will be offered on the Tuesday schedule next month. Advanced registration is required for any workshop attendance.
Please find below the registration link for the next virtual workshops. Feel free to post or distribute as appropriate. All are welcomed to attend. Please note, these are highly interactive workshops. Attendees should be prepared to actively participate in all workshop activities and discussions. Also, please be advised that due to the nature of the learning, admittance to workshops will only be granted within the first 5-10 minutes of the start time.
Student Support
Academic Supports Available to Students:
Please see below for a list of academic supports available to all students.
Youth Virtual Learning Programs: Check out this spreadsheet which has over 200 programs available to students to support with academics in the virtual world.
Pie R Squared: Pie R Squared offers live math tutoring after school.
826 Boston: 826 Boston’s after-school tutoring program operates Monday-Thursday for students ages 6-18. We serve the highest-need students in our community and give priority enrollment to students from low-income families and English Language Learners.
Academic Mentoring Program is now available for grades 6-12, where students are able to request a mentor for help and guidance with school (more information below)
Boston Public School District has partnered with Paper to provide ALL students with free, 1-on-1 tutoring and writing support. You can explore this incredible resource with your students right now! Tutoring and writing support in 4 different languages — English, Spanish, French and Mandarin. Interested in speaking to a member of the Paper team? You can reach them at parents@paper.co.
Upcoming Events
SENIOR CORNER
In-Person College Info Sessions
Please reserve your spot through Naviance.
Virtual College Info Sessions
There are many scheduled virtual college info sessions. Please make sure to reserve your spot on Naviance.
College Visit Sign Up Steps (In-person and virtual)
Log in to Naviance Student.
Navigate to Colleges > Research Colleges > College Visits or go to Colleges Home and find the College Visits card.
Click Sign Up to sign up.
Click the Sign Me Up button
Need help with this? Contact your Guidance Counselor.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The George B. Cox Scholarship Program has scholarship money to award, and not enough students of color to accept this wonderful honor. The scholarship is for high school students who plan to attend college in the Fall of 2023. In an effort to include more candidates we have extended our application deadline to Wednesday, May 24, 2023. We request that you share this link with your networks, families and friends. Applicants should complete the application by May 24, 2023 although the form says May 5, 2023. Here is the link: George B. Cox Scholarship. Please note that time is of the essence as we want to ensure we are providing support for students to further their education as we uphold the legacy of George B. Cox. We respectfully request that you send this out as soon as possible as we will need to expedite our process. If you have any questions, please email Cynthia Grant Carter at cynt91083@gmail.com. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Eligibility:Easy scholarship open to all US-based high school, college, and graduate students
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: June 30, 2023
Eligibility: Open to college graduates who are paying back student loan debt. Parents who took out student loans for their children who have graduated are also eligible!
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: End of each month
Eligibility: Current high school freshman, sophomore, or junior interested in attending a Protestant university or college.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: May 31, 2023
Eligibility: Current high school freshman, sophomore, or juniors interested in attending a Catholic university or college.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: May 31, 2023
Eligibility: Students in grades 3 up through age 25 who submit films of 3 to 8 minutes about our earth and sustainability
Amount: $200 to $2,000
Deadline: June 25, 2023
STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
*Flyers with more opportunities found below*
Boston Public School High Schools,
SAIL is a unique leadership program for high school students to engage with successful leaders and organizations through interactive workshops and a trip to Israel, an international hub of discovery and innovation. The deadline is rapidly approaching, and we are looking for you as leaders of your schools to nominate up to two student leaders to apply to SAIL. There are 18 spots, so the application process is competitive. I have attached a copy of the SAIL flyer for you to post in guidance or to submit to your faculty. We know this is a busy time of year for schools and appreciate your time and help. If you have further questions, you can contact myself or Deborah Coltin at dcoltin@lappinfoundation.org.
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Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math Science
Federally funded TRIO programs that provide academic support to low-income and first-generation college bound students. To qualify, students must have at least started the ninth grade and attend one of the program’s target high schools that include the Boston Green Academy, Charlestown HS, Josiah Quincy Upper School., Margarita Muniz Academy, Community Academy of Science and Health, Brighton HS, The English HS, Snowden International School or attend a public school and live in one of the program’s target neighborhoods of Dorchester, East Boston, Mattapan and Roxbury.
Upward Bound is a part of the federally funded TRIO program that provides academic support to low-income and first-generation college bound students. To qualify, students need to either meet TRIO low-income guidelines or be first-generation college, meaning neither parent has obtained a bachelor’s degree. Additionally, to qualify, students must have at least started the ninth grade and will attend one of the program’s target high schools that include the Margarita Muniz Academy, Community Academy of Science and Health, Brighton, English, Snowden or attend a public school and live in one of the program’s target neighborhoods of Dorchester, East Boston, Mattapan and Roxbury. Students attending a target high school are given priority in the admission process.
Boston University Upward Bound is a college preparatory program that is a part of the Boston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Development’s College Access and Student Success Office. In addition to Upward Bound, the office also hosts Upward Bound Math Science.
ABCD Summer Works & Work SMART Youth Employment
In Youth Services, we provide opportunities for career exposure for youth between the ages of 14 - 24 years old by providing a meaningful work experience through our partners. *Note, youth wages are paid by ABCD.
Our in-school program, WorkSMART, youth are between the ages of 14 - 21 years old who reside in Boston and Medford. Youth are provided an 8 week paid internship (1 week of workshops for soft skills development followed by a 7 week internship at a worksite placement for 8 hours per week). In addition, youth are able to participate in mentoring and tutoring sessions.
During SummerWorks, youth take part in career skills and job readiness workshops, receive mentoring and social support, and be placed in a job that gives back to the community, all while earning a paycheck.
SummerWorks is open to income eligible Boston and medford residents age 14 to 21
Engages youth across the country for opportunities in the music industry. Last summer, we launched our inaugural Boston internship program for recent high school grads. For 6 weeks, I had the pleasure of overseeing students from various Boston Public Schools as they immersed themselves in the live music industry and learned important career development skills.
We are excited for the second year of this program, and I wanted to share with you information and the application in the hopes you'd be able to disperse among your own students as they begin to explore opportunities beyond high school. The application is rolling, with a closing date of May 31.
Additionally, Music Forward offers a free program for high school juniors and seniors to tour local music venues and learn more about the behind-the-scenes of the live entertainment world. We have several partner venues, including the House of Blues and Citizens Opera House, that will be happy to host BLA students this spring for a site visit. These tours are usually 1-2 hours, Mon-Wed, during school hours (11am-2pm). You can learn more here, and register today for upcoming dates. We can provide assistance for travel accommodations upon request.
Interact Boston Club
Want volunteer hours? Join Interact Club and interact with Boston. We will volunteer around Boston and help solve community issues! Questions? mpimentel18@bostonk12.org
Saturday School
Saturday school serves as a space where our students engage in activities they may not get to experience during the school day or week, and often features members of the community. Last year some of the highlights were DJing, poetry, etc. This month's Saturday school will be specific to 8th grade only. Please contact Ms. Manchester if you would like more information.
SuSHI
SuSHI is an after-school program for greater Boston high schoolers who are Asian/Asian American and are interested in learning more about health, wellness, identity, resilience, and other important topics and participating in group discussions in a supportive space. Please use this link to register: (https://tinyurl.com/sushispring).
African Carribbean club
I am pleased to announce the new addition to the clubs at BLA; The African Carribbean Club has been established for all students to have a safe space to be themselves and embrace their cultures. Join now!! Questions? Email -Kuukuwa Darkwa (kdarkwa@bostonk12.org ) , Eryssah Joseph ( ejoseph31@bostonk12.org)
Yoga Club Dates Switched
Due to a scheduling conflict, Yoga Club will take place on the second Wednesday of every month. Therefore, the next club meeting will be on Wednesday, December 14th in Room 201 with Ms. Conway. Namaste. Questions? cconway2@bostonpublicschools.org
Knitting Club Startup
Community Service Opportunity here: The Knitting Club is restarting this school year. With this club, students not only get the opportunity knit crafts, but to also send their crafts to underprivileged communities for service hours. It is in room 326 (Mrs. MacIsaac's Room) after school with the first meeting being next Tuesday (11/22). There will be games and music! No experience is needed! To sign up fill out the attached google form: https://forms.gle/n82qSUNmisYXnHsBA
Interact Boston Club
Want volunteer hours? Join Interact Club and interact with Boston. We will volunteer around Boston and help solve community issues! Questions? mpimentel18@bostonk12.org
Knitting Club Startup
Community Service Opportunity here: The Knitting Club is restarting this school year. With this club, students not only get the opportunity knit crafts, but to also send their crafts to underprivileged communities for service hours. It is in room 326 (Mrs. MacIsaac's Room).There will be games and music! No experience is needed! To sign up fill out the attached google form: https://forms.gle/n82qSUNmisYXnHsBA
Jr. Lifeguard Program offers Volunteer hours during the School and will be a paid job during the summer.
Book Club!
Do you love reading? Do you want to make friends, attend events, and meet authors? Do you not like reading, but want to get better at it? Join Book Club!
Meetings every Wednesday in the library from 1:50-2:30pm. Questions? Email Ms. Sweeney (msweeney5@bostonpublicschools)
Monday After-School Math Club for Grade-7 & Grade-8 Math Enthusiasts
Join Seniors Kenny Mai & Symone Armstead on Mondays at 1:40 to 2:40 in Room 326 for fun & interesting math activities. Students will work on group problem solving, hands-on explorations, team competitions, and maybe create a Math Video or Animation Video for the MathCounts Video Challenge annual contest.
The MathCounts Club will begin on November 7th. Email Ms. Linda Coffey at blamathcounts@gmail, if you would like to join the group. Reach out to amacisaac@bostonpublicschools with any questions.
Fabric Arts Club
A fun and calm space to chill, relax, or hang out, no experience needed. Learn how to sew, embroider and customize your own clothes. Shannon MacIsaac - smacisaac@bostonk12.org
High School Band
Open to all students grades 9-12, regardless of musical experience. If they are interested, come by room 130 to speak to Mr. Smothers.
Band this year will be about bringing us all together through music - regardless of any of the things that may separate us otherwise. We want students to make music and be proud of the culture we are trying to build here at BLA!
Want to become a Big Sister?
The High School Mentoring Program at Boston Latin Academy matches high school students (Big Sisters) from BLA with girls (Little Sisters) from Trotter Elementary in one-to-one mentoring relationships. The purpose of the program is two-fold: 1) to provide elementary school girls with the additional encouragement and caring needed to improve their self-confidence; school performance; and relationships with peers and other adults; and 2) prepare high school girls to become future leaders. Big Sisters spend time with their Little Sisters participating in a range of facilitated mentoring activities together. Girls Leadership Program is a unique experience that supports the development of both our Big and Little Sisters. Through the Girls Leadership Program, Big Sisters build leadership and life skills and develop a community of young women who support and empower each other through building healthy relationships. The weekly groups are conducted by staff members at Big Sister Association. The commitment is one day a week from 2:00-4:30pm during the school year. Want to apply or learn more? Please call/text Elizabeth Gregory at Big Sister Association at 1-617-236-5388 or email at egregory@bigsister.org and ask for an application today!
Greek Club!
Thursdays 1:50-2:30
Food, games, etc.
Join us to learn about amazing Greek culture and meet new people!
If you have any questions contact eapazidou@bostonk12.org
Recycling Club
room 331 after school from 1:40-2:20 pm. Help recycle bins from classrooms and gain community service hours!
If you have any questions contact jjonah@bostonk12.org
Crochet Lunch Bunch!
Thursday 5th Period in the Lower Library
Join us for crocheting and camaraderie. No experience required.
Questions? Email: Eleanor Hendrickson ehendrickson@bostonk12.org
Join BLA Dragon Tales School Newspaper!
Want to learn about an exciting opportunity to write about and for the BLA community? Join BLA Dragon Tales, the longest-running publication and only student-led newspaper of BLA. Room 321 at 1:40 and we’ll determine our regular meeting date soon after. Reach out for to Amishai (agoodmangolds@bostonk12.org) or Mr. Mueller (emueller@bostonpublicschools.org) for more information !
Join The Academy Actors
BLA's Drama Club will hold its first meeting next Thursday, Sept. 29th from 1:50 - 2:30 in Carroll Hall. Anyone and everyone is invited to attend!
Questions? Email: Ms. Berinato - aberinato@bostonpublicschools.org
Join The Christian Club :
We meet in Room 336
Wednesdays 1:40pm - 3pm
If you're intrested, let us know by completed the form below.
Worrying about your past won't change your future, planning for your future will!
First Generation Investors (flyer down below): A nonprofit organization that teaches underserved high school students the power of investing and provides the students with real money to invest. Our mission is to provide underserved young adults the knowledge, skills and tools to thrive in the investment economy
Rock The Street, Wall Street: Looking for individuals that identify as she/her and/or non-binary who want to learn more about savings, investments, budgeting, and more.
Below is an Academic Mentoring Program flyer.
Students can complete this form to REQUEST a mentor.
Staff can coach and support the young people they are matched with in service of their mentees' self-identified goals.
Parent, caregivers, & teachers community partners complete this form to nominate a student.
SPEDPAC
Please review the Special Education Basic Rights (below)
