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2015 Resource Guide
Art Education ProgramMiddl e Sc hool Por t f ol io Pr e pa r at i o nContentsProgram Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Calendars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2NYC Public High Schools with Art Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Audition vs. Admissions Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4How to Prepare for your Visual Arts Audition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Specialized Art High School Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Portfolio Building Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Artwork Matting and Label Samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11What happens if I don’t get accepted? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Middle School Portfolio Development Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Art Materials and Stores in NYC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Resources on the Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Middle School Portfolio Samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 3
Art Education ProgramMiddl e Sc hool Por t f ol io Pr e pa r at i o nProgram OverviewProgram Goals»» Provide families with the information and support to apply tothe NYC Specialized Art High Schools.»» Build students communication and confidence throughgroup discussions and individual interview exercises.»» Assist students in developing strong observational drawingsthat reflect their understanding of the basic elements of artand principles of design.»» Provide students with individualized assessments of theircurrent portfolios.»» Provide and encourage a framework for students to workindependently on building their portfolios beyond theclassroom.»» Engage students in exercises that strengthen both oral andwritten communication skillsPurpose of the Workshop SeriesThis series of workshops is specifically designed for studentspreparing to apply to the NYC Specialized High Schools thatrequire portfolio presentations and auditions. In an effort toproperly prepare students for this application process, theworkshop series will offer drawing assignments to strengthenartistic skills, provide how-to demonstrations on preparingand organizing a formal portfolio, and provide opportunities toenhance their communication skills. Workshops consist of.A family orientation to give an overview of the schools that areclassified as Specialized Visual Art programs.Hands-on art making experiences to support portfoliorequirements.Inquiry-based discussions and activities in museum galleries.Individual portfolio reviews and interview skills assessment.Presentations on portfolio preparation and organization.Practice Admissions TestMany specialized high schools require students to take anaptitude test as part of the admissions process. Each fall theStudents Opportunities and Support (SOS) program of the JoanMitchell Foundation administers a practice test modeled afterthree of the leading specialized high school audition procedures(Art & Design, LaGuardia and Frank Sinatra High School). Thepractice will consist of timed observational and imaginativedrawing and one-on-one interviews.1
Art Education ProgramMiddl e Sc hool Por t f ol io Pr e pa r at i o nMiddle School Portfolio PreparationProgram CalendarHigh School Fair CalendarAUGUSTMonday, August 3Parent and student orientation, 10am-12pmStudent hands-on workshops, portfolio reviews, 1pm-4pmWednesday, August 5Portfolio reviews, student hands-on workshops (continued),10am-4pmFriday, August 7Student practice admissions test, 10am-12pmStudent and parent organization, portfolio review feedback,1pm-4pmSeptember 26 & 27Citywide High School FairOctober 17 & 18Borough High School FairsHigh School Admissions CalendarContinue to check for updates pecialized/default.htmSeptember 10-October 15, 2015Registration for fall Specialized High School Admissions TestWednesday, October 21, 2015Test/Audition tickets are distributed to students.LocationSaturday & Sunday, October 24 & 25, 2015SHSAT: testing for all 8 gradersAll Middle School Portfolio Prep classes are being held at:Saturday, October 31, 2015(SHSAT) and LaGuardia High School Audition beginsJoan Mitchell Foundation Education & Research Center137 West 25th Street, 2nd floor, between 6th and 7th Ave.DirectionsBy train: C, E, F, N, R, or 1 to 23rd StreetSaturday, November 7 & Sunday, November 15, 2015SHSAT: All 9 graders and 8 & 9 graders with special needs or504 accommodations: LaGuardia Auditions begin by Borough,SHSAT make-up by permission only; Sabbath observers withspecial needs and 504 accommodationsSunday, November 22, 2015LaGuardia Auditions endMarch 2015–TBARound 1 results distributed (inclusive of specialized results) 2
Middl e Sc hool Por t f ol io Pr e pa r at i o nArt Education ProgramNYC Public High Schools with Art ProgramsBased on information provided by the NYC Department of Education website: links to download the full directory of NYC Public High Schools andSpecialized High Schools Student Handbook can be found on page 14.Department Schools in BOLD require that students audition to be admitted into the program.BRONXBronx High School for the Visual ArtsForeign Language Academy of GlobalStudiesHigh School for Contemporary ArtsMillennium Art AcademyMonroe Academy for Visual Arts andDesignNew Explorers High SchoolShorefront High School of Arts andSciences at John Dewey CampusWH Maxwell Career and TechnicalEducation High SchoolMANHATTANHigh School of Graphic CommunicationArtsInternational Arts & Business High SchoolChelsea Career and Technical EducationHigh SchoolSheepshead Bay High SchoolCreative Digital Minds High SchoolThe Urban Assembly School of Musicand ArtFiorello H. LaGuardia High School ofMusic & Art and Performing ArtsArt and Design High SchoolQUEENSGramercy Arts High SchoolBayside High SchoolThe Heritage SchoolBROOKLYNCollege and Career Academies HighSchool at Newtown CampusHigh School of Arts and TechnologyAbraham Lincoln High SchoolFrank Sinatra School of the ArtsBrooklyn High School of the ArtsHigh School for Arts and BusinessDr. Susan S. McKinney SecondarySchool of the ArtsHumanities & Arts Magnet High SchoolSamuel Gompers Career and TechnicalEducational High SchoolEdward R. Murrow High SchoolQueens Vocational and Technical HighSchoolGeorge Westinghouse Career andTechnical Education High SchoolThomas A. Edison Career and TechnicalEducation High SchoolGotham Professional Arts AcademyAugust Martin High SchoolHS for Innovation in Advertising andMediaBeach Channel High SchoolJuan Morel Campus Secondary SchoolLife Academy High School for Film andMusicNew Utrecht High School Newton High SchoolRichmond High SchoolThe High School of Fashion IndustriesNew Design High SchoolWadleigh Secondary School for thePerforming and Visual ArtsLouis D. Brandeis High SchoolBayard Rustin Educational ComplexMarta Valle Secondary SchoolWashington Irving High SchoolSTATEN ISLANDCurtis High SchoolRalph R. McKee Career and TechnicalEducation High SchoolSusan E. Wagner High School3
Art Education ProgramMiddl e Sc hool Por t f ol io Pr e pa r at i o nAudition vs. Admissions ProcessNot every school requires an audition, but every school has a specific admissions process. Below are some terms explaining each ofthem. For more specific information regarding each school’s selection method visit schools.nyc.gov.TermsAudition – This requires that you demonstrate your talents inperforming or visual arts by auditioning. (Ex: your portfolio canbe used as your audition in some cases)Educational Option – This allows the school to selecthalf of the incoming students, while the other half is randomlyselected by computer from the pool of our eligible applicants.If you scored in the top 2% on the 7th grade standardizedreading test, you will be automatically matched to any Ed. Opt.Program you have as your number one choice. Your informationregarding your score will appear on your application in October.Limited Unscreened – Priority is given to students who,with their parents, demonstrate interest in a school by attendinga school’s information session, open houses, or visiting theschool’s exhibit at any one of the High School’s Fairs. When astudent attends these events, he/she must sign-in to be givenpriority to the school’s program(s).Screened – Selection is based on your 7th grade academicTest – This is for the 8 specialized high schools that require thespecialized high schools admissions test (SHSAT) for admission.Your score on this test is the only way you are eligible. Applyingto these schools requires getting an admission ticket for the testfrom your guidance counselor.Unscreened – Students are randomly selected by computerfor these programs. Since you can’t know your chances ofacceptance (even if you meet all the eligibility requirements), youshould treat an unscreened program like any other; rank yourchoices based on priority on your application.Zoned Schools – Some areas of the city have schoolsintended to serve students living nearby (known as the zone).Zoned schools have programs that have a Z as the 4thcharacter of the program code. You don’t have to apply to yourzoned school, but if you do want to attend you are guaranteeda seat unless you are matched to a program that you rankedhigher on your application.record, standardized test scores, attendance and punctuality.Every program that uses a screening method lists the criteria inits program on the school’s high school directory page. 4
Art Education ProgramMiddl e Sc hool Por t f ol io Pr e pa r at i o nHow to Prepare for your Visual Arts AuditionBased on information provided by the NYC Department of Education website: a link to download the Specialized High Schools Student Handbook canbe found on page 14.When applying to a Visual Arts program you may be asked to demonstrate your skill and commitment in up to three other ways: (1)through an interview, (2) in a writing component such as an essay and by creating new artwork upon request, and/or (3) through aportfolio of your work.1. The Interview2. The Writing ComponentSchools may include interviews in their admissions process.While questions and procedures vary from school to school, it isimportant to remember:Some schools require students to write an essay or answer aseries of questions about why they want to attend that particularschool. You may also be asked to compare two works of art.Schools will be looking at the content of your writing as well asthe level of literacy. As in any piece of writing you would submitfor examination, the writing component of your audition should:»» Poise and appearance count.»» Attitude is important: show respect to teachers and otherstudents.»» Convey your commitment to the visual arts.»» Listen closely and try to provide answers that directlyaddress the questions you were asked.Questions might include:»» Be well organized.»» Demonstrate correct sentence structure, spelling andgrammar.»» Address the questions.»» How did you decide what to include in your portfolio?As with the interview, the writing component is intended as away for you to convey your commitment to the study of visualarts and your interest in attending the school.»» Which art museums or galleries have you visited recently?Creating New Artwork Upon Request»» Why did you choose to audition for this school?»» In the future, how do you plan to use the art education youreceive here?The interview will most likely be in the form of a conversation.You may be asked about your background, experience,knowledge and interest in the visual arts.Many schools will ask you to complete one or two pieces of art“on the spot”. The most common art activities are drawing afigure from observation and drawing an inanimate object fromobservation, you may also be asked to draw an object frommemory. Work is usually done on 8.5” x 11” paper. Bring adrawing pencil and eraser with you.Examiners will be looking for imaginative and creativeapproaches to the assignment within the parameters given at theaudition. 5
Art Education ProgramMiddl e Sc hool Por t f ol io Pr e pa r at i o n3. The PortfolioThe visual arts portfolio is a critical part of the audition processfor 8th grade students applying to a specialized art program. Awell thought-out portfolio shows your strengths and potential forhigh school-level work. It is an opportunity to display your bestefforts. Individual schools may vary slightly in their requirements.Check the school’s website for complete information. Thefollowing guidelines will help you assemble a competitiveportfolio.PresentationYou can protect your work and make a good impression byusing a sturdy, high-quality portfolio case. A neat and attractivepresentation is extremely important. It tells the reviewingcommittee that you have taken care of your work and that youare proud of it.The condition of your artwork should be:»» Clean, undamaged, unframed and in good overall condition.Labels on the reverse side of artwork should include:»» Your name»» School name»» Title»» Date of work»» Either “Under Supervision” or “Without Supervision”»» Number and Type of ArtworkThis varies from school to school, some schools request sixworks and others request anywhere from 10-20 pieces. Otherschools require only 2-dimensional work and some allow you toinclude photographs of 3-dimensional work. When submittingphotographs of 3-dimensional work, place labeled photos inpresentation sleeves.ContentAs you assemble your portfolio, carefully select the worksthat you feel represent your best efforts. “Less is more” is anexcel
saturday & sunday, October 24 & 25, 2015 SHSAT: testing for all 8 graders saturday, October 31, 2015 (SHSAT) and LaGuardia High School Audition begins saturday, november 7 & sunday, november 15, 2015 SHSAT: All 9 graders and 8 & 9 graders with special needs or 504 accommodations: LaGuardia Auditions begin by Borough, SHSAT make-up by permission only; Sabbath observers with special
