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To qualify, schools must meet or exceed the criteria for a given recognition level in College Culture, College Credit, and College Optimization.

The Honor Roll also recognizes schools that encourage students earlier on their AP journeys so as not to overload them with AP courses during their junior and senior years. @collegeboard

To qualify, schools must meet or exceed the criteria for a given recognition level in College Culture, College Credit, and College Optimization.

The Honor Roll also recognizes schools that encourage students earlier on their AP journeys so as not to overload them with AP courses during their junior and senior years. @collegeboard

Dear Art & Design Community,

We are excited to invite you to the Senior Illustration Exhibition Opening Reception!

On Tuesday, March 31st from 3-5 pm in the Kenny Gallery.

We hope to see you there!

Dear Art & Design Community,

We are excited to invite you to the Senior Illustration Exhibition Opening Reception!

On Tuesday, March 31st from 3-5 pm in the Kenny Gallery.

We hope to see you there!

Just want to give a big thank you to everyone who donated warm weather clothing and underwear. We completed a pickup last weekend and collected over 17 bags, all of which were delivered to St. Mary’s to support those in need.

It was a huge success, and our community came together like it always does to help make the lives of those in need a little bit easier.

Your generosity truly makes a difference. Thank you so much, Art & Design community!
👏

Just want to give a big thank you to everyone who donated warm weather clothing and underwear. We completed a pickup last weekend and collected over 17 bags, all of which were delivered to St. Mary’s to support those in need.

It was a huge success, and our community came together like it always does to help make the lives of those in need a little bit easier.

Your generosity truly makes a difference. Thank you so much, Art & Design community!
👏

🧵 Ms. Farrelly’s senior Fashion Design class recently visited Pioneer Works in Redhook, Brooklyn for a tour of their exhibit, The Endless Garment, as well as their artist residency spaces. During the visit, students also participated in hands-on textile workshops focused on batik and fabric dyeing, where they explored traditional techniques and experimented with creating their own designs.

🧵 Ms. Farrelly’s senior Fashion Design class recently visited Pioneer Works in Redhook, Brooklyn for a tour of their exhibit, The Endless Garment, as well as their artist residency spaces. During the visit, students also participated in hands-on textile workshops focused on batik and fabric dyeing, where they explored traditional techniques and experimented with creating their own designs.

"No Day But Today"… to start building your career. 🛠️🎨

We were honored to host Sreoshy Banerjea, Executive Director of the NYC Public Design Commission (@nycdesigncommission) at the High School of Art and Design! From discussing "design equity" to seeing how our students are reimagining the five boroughs, it was a masterclass in how creativity shapes our city.
Our students got a front-row seat to how the city's permanent structures and public art get approved. If you're looking to make your mark on the NYC skyline, this was the talk of the year!

The message was clear: New York City's future is being drawn right here in these classrooms.
✍️🗽

#NYCDesign #PublicDesign #FutureArchitects #DesignEquity #NYCArchitecture

"No Day But Today"… to start building your career. 🛠️🎨

We were honored to host Sreoshy Banerjea, Executive Director of the NYC Public Design Commission (@nycdesigncommission) at the High School of Art and Design! From discussing "design equity" to seeing how our students are reimagining the five boroughs, it was a masterclass in how creativity shapes our city.
Our students got a front-row seat to how the city's permanent structures and public art get approved. If you're looking to make your mark on the NYC skyline, this was the talk of the year!

The message was clear: New York City's future is being drawn right here in these classrooms.
✍️🗽

#NYCDesign #PublicDesign #FutureArchitects #DesignEquity #NYCArchitecture

The National Honor Society's PI Day was a hit!
Our students went head-to-head for National Pi Day, reciting as many digits as possible for the ultimate prize: Pie-ing a Teacher! Huge congrats to our winners who proved that a sharp memory leads to a very messy victory.

Taking one for the team! 🥧🎨
A massive thank you to our incredible teachers for being such good sports during our Pi Day Recitation Contest. Our students showed off some seriously impressive memory skills, and the reward was... well, see for yourself.

Rest assured, no teachers were harmed in the making of this Pi Day—just a little extra sugary.
#Piday2026 #PieInTheFace #MathChampions #WhippedCreamWar #BestTeachers

The National Honor Society's PI Day was a hit!
Our students went head-to-head for National Pi Day, reciting as many digits as possible for the ultimate prize: Pie-ing a Teacher! Huge congrats to our winners who proved that a sharp memory leads to a very messy victory.

Taking one for the team! 🥧🎨
A massive thank you to our incredible teachers for being such good sports during our Pi Day Recitation Contest. Our students showed off some seriously impressive memory skills, and the reward was... well, see for yourself.

Rest assured, no teachers were harmed in the making of this Pi Day—just a little extra sugary.
#Piday2026 #PieInTheFace #MathChampions #WhippedCreamWar #BestTeachers

Newscast # 5!!

Newscast # 5!!

Good Day High School of Art and Design!
The National Honor Society is excited to announce our annual Pi Day Celebration on Friday, March 13th! Join us as students compete to see who can recite the most digits of pi. The top three winners will earn the chance to throw a pie in the face of three teachers!
Want to help choose which teachers get pied? During the event, students can place money into jars in front of participating teachers. The three teachers with the most money in their jars will be the ones getting pied!
Bring your memory skills, bring your school spirit, and bring some cash to support NHS. Let’s make this Pi Day one to remember

Good Day High School of Art and Design!
The National Honor Society is excited to announce our annual Pi Day Celebration on Friday, March 13th! Join us as students compete to see who can recite the most digits of pi. The top three winners will earn the chance to throw a pie in the face of three teachers!
Want to help choose which teachers get pied? During the event, students can place money into jars in front of participating teachers. The three teachers with the most money in their jars will be the ones getting pied!
Bring your memory skills, bring your school spirit, and bring some cash to support NHS. Let’s make this Pi Day one to remember

🎉📐 CTE Week at the High School of Art and Design 🏫✨ did not miss a beat! The Architecture Department 🏛️ had the privilege of hosting a dynamic lineup of presentations 🎤📊 and a site visit 🚶‍♂️🏗️ that truly elevated the week.

Following a blistering winter weekend ❄️🌬️, the week began with architect Rutger Huiberts from MVRDV, who lit up the Sky Gallery 💡🖼️ with his firm’s adventurous studio work—from single-family homes 🏠 to large-scale public buildings 🏢🌍 across 47 countries. MVRDV’s philosophy, rooted in data-driven design 📊✏️ and human-centered innovation 🤝, addresses 21st-century dilemmas such as climate resilience 🌱🌎 and urban density 🏙️. Their guiding belief—creating “spaces that make you smile” 😊—resonated deeply with our students. From asking, “What happens if the Netherlands ends up underwater?” 🌊🇳🇱 to reimagining typologies for living, working, and playing 🏘️💼🎨, the presentation demonstrated how architecture can revolutionize daily life while prioritizing client and user satisfaction.

@rutgergram
@mvrdv

On Wednesday 📅, we were once again honored to welcome our Advisory Board partner, Ferguson & Shamamian Architects, represented by Kristina Gajdos, who shared insights into classical design pedagogy 🏛️📚✍️. In the weeks prior, the juniors had the opportunity to present their residential projects 🏠📐 and receive first-hand desk critiques 🗒️🖊️ from the firm. Students were enthusiastic 😄 and eager to share their design processes, benefiting immensely from direct professional feedback 👏. …

@fergusonshamamian

@artanddesignnyc
@artanddesignhspta

🎉📐 CTE Week at the High School of Art and Design 🏫✨ did not miss a beat! The Architecture Department 🏛️ had the privilege of hosting a dynamic lineup of presentations 🎤📊 and a site visit 🚶‍♂️🏗️ that truly elevated the week.

Following a blistering winter weekend ❄️🌬️, the week began with architect Rutger Huiberts from MVRDV, who lit up the Sky Gallery 💡🖼️ with his firm’s adventurous studio work—from single-family homes 🏠 to large-scale public buildings 🏢🌍 across 47 countries. MVRDV’s philosophy, rooted in data-driven design 📊✏️ and human-centered innovation 🤝, addresses 21st-century dilemmas such as climate resilience 🌱🌎 and urban density 🏙️. Their guiding belief—creating “spaces that make you smile” 😊—resonated deeply with our students. From asking, “What happens if the Netherlands ends up underwater?” 🌊🇳🇱 to reimagining typologies for living, working, and playing 🏘️💼🎨, the presentation demonstrated how architecture can revolutionize daily life while prioritizing client and user satisfaction.

@rutgergram
@mvrdv

On Wednesday 📅, we were once again honored to welcome our Advisory Board partner, Ferguson & Shamamian Architects, represented by Kristina Gajdos, who shared insights into classical design pedagogy 🏛️📚✍️. In the weeks prior, the juniors had the opportunity to present their residential projects 🏠📐 and receive first-hand desk critiques 🗒️🖊️ from the firm. Students were enthusiastic 😄 and eager to share their design processes, benefiting immensely from direct professional feedback 👏. …

@fergusonshamamian

@artanddesignnyc
@artanddesignhspta

No Day But Today 🎸🍎
The wait is over! Our talented cast and crew have been working tirelessly to bring the East Village to our stage. Get ready for a night of rock, passion, and measuring life in love.
Where: High School of Art and Design
When: March 9-13th at 5 pm
Saturday March 14th @ 10am, 1pm, and 4pm

#RentTheMusical #NoDayButToday #SeasonsOfLove

No Day But Today 🎸🍎
The wait is over! Our talented cast and crew have been working tirelessly to bring the East Village to our stage. Get ready for a night of rock, passion, and measuring life in love.
Where: High School of Art and Design
When: March 9-13th at 5 pm
Saturday March 14th @ 10am, 1pm, and 4pm

#RentTheMusical #NoDayButToday #SeasonsOfLove

Dear Art & Design Community,

Please join us for the Illustration Exhibit Reception Today, Tuesday, March 10th from 3:00 - 5:00 PM in the Kenny Gallery.
Our talented Sophomores and Juniors will be showcasing their work.
The exhibit will be running until March 16th.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Dear Art & Design Community,

Please join us for the Illustration Exhibit Reception Today, Tuesday, March 10th from 3:00 - 5:00 PM in the Kenny Gallery.
Our talented Sophomores and Juniors will be showcasing their work.
The exhibit will be running until March 16th.
We look forward to seeing you there!

@virginiamaloneynyc @cmvirginiamaloney and @uftny
On behalf of the students and faculty at the High School of Art and Design, we would like to sincerely thank you for taking the time to visit our campus.

"Supporting arts education means investing in the next generation of innovators, creators, and leaders. The talent and dedication in this school community are truly inspiring."
Virgina Maloney

@virginiamaloneynyc @cmvirginiamaloney and @uftny
On behalf of the students and faculty at the High School of Art and Design, we would like to sincerely thank you for taking the time to visit our campus.

"Supporting arts education means investing in the next generation of innovators, creators, and leaders. The talent and dedication in this school community are truly inspiring."
Virgina Maloney

Michael Arndt, Academy-Award-winning writer of Little Miss Sunshine and Toy Story 3, speaks to film students at The High School of Art and Design about the craft of writing.

Michael Arndt, Academy-Award-winning writer of Little Miss Sunshine and Toy Story 3, speaks to film students at The High School of Art and Design about the craft of writing.

Purchase and share!

Purchase and share!

Congratulations to A+D Fashion Teacher and CTE Teacher of the Year Hélène Alexander!!!!

Congratulations to A+D Fashion Teacher and CTE Teacher of the Year Hélène Alexander!!!!

Senior Photography students and Photography Teacher Ms. McLaughlin went to the Throckmorton Gallery to view the work by famed Mexican Photographer Graciela Iturbide Asturias and spoke with Director Norberto about her focus, connection to the community she photographed and the importance of having a diverse group of photographers to share an empathetic view when observing life.

Senior Photography students and Photography Teacher Ms. McLaughlin went to the Throckmorton Gallery to view the work by famed Mexican Photographer Graciela Iturbide Asturias and spoke with Director Norberto about her focus, connection to the community she photographed and the importance of having a diverse group of photographers to share an empathetic view when observing life.

Last Tuesday, Mr. Bencsko's students stopped by to give our architecture students some valuable feedback and guidance on poster design. This collaboration was greatly appreciated, and it was wonderful to see how engaged every student was throughout the process. In a school with such diverse skill sets, collaborations like this truly bring out the best in everyone.

Last Tuesday, Mr. Bencsko's students stopped by to give our architecture students some valuable feedback and guidance on poster design. This collaboration was greatly appreciated, and it was wonderful to see how engaged every student was throughout the process. In a school with such diverse skill sets, collaborations like this truly bring out the best in everyone.

Summer Youth Employment is now open!!!!

Summer Youth Employment is now open!!!!

Happy #BlackHistoryMonth!

Across NYC Public Schools, we continue to honor the contributions and achievements of Black Americans throughout history.

This month, and all year long, we encourage our students, families, and teachers to learn more about this important part of our nation’s history and the Black Americans who helped shape the world we all live in today.

Dive into our Citywide Digital Library available on Sora, where you can also check out the “Black History Month: Remembering the Past & Shaping the Future Collection,”— featuring over 400 titles in e-book and audiobook formats.

Learn more: soraapp.com/library/nycschools/curated-1764789/titles

The @NYCSchools’ Hidden Voices project, created by the Department of Social Studies & Civics, provides an opportunity for students to learn about the many significant social, political, economic, and cultural contributions of Black figures in US History.

Learn more: https://sites.google.com/schools.nyc.gov/social-studies-and-civics/resources/hidden-voices

Our schools are commemorating this month in many ways, including lessons, events, and activities that honor the legacy of Black Americans who have shaped our nation’s history and those who continue to inspire future generations.

Find our resources and learn more at: www.schools.nyc.gov/BHM

Happy #BlackHistoryMonth!

Across NYC Public Schools, we continue to honor the contributions and achievements of Black Americans throughout history.

This month, and all year long, we encourage our students, families, and teachers to learn more about this important part of our nation’s history and the Black Americans who helped shape the world we all live in today.

Dive into our Citywide Digital Library available on Sora, where you can also check out the “Black History Month: Remembering the Past & Shaping the Future Collection,”— featuring over 400 titles in e-book and audiobook formats.

Learn more: soraapp.com/library/nycschools/curated-1764789/titles

The @NYCSchools’ Hidden Voices project, created by the Department of Social Studies & Civics, provides an opportunity for students to learn about the many significant social, political, economic, and cultural contributions of Black figures in US History.

Learn more: https://sites.google.com/schools.nyc.gov/social-studies-and-civics/resources/hidden-voices

Our schools are commemorating this month in many ways, including lessons, events, and activities that honor the legacy of Black Americans who have shaped our nation’s history and those who continue to inspire future generations.

Find our resources and learn more at: www.schools.nyc.gov/BHM

Newscast!!!!

Newscast!!!!

Greetings Community!

It's that time again for Art & Design's annual Professional Pitch, scheduled on Thursday, February 12th. The Professional Pitch is the first of many student activations taking place at A&D this year. Student entrepreneurs will have an opportunity to finetune their elevator pitch as they present to a panel of experts (you!) their personal and professional goals in a group-style setting (think Group Interview and you are the Employer...but less pressure!)

We all know talking about ourselves, our dreams, gifts & talents isn't always easy, but vital for our professional and personal growth. This event is designed to provide our high school seniors with an opportunity to practice just that, while receiving guidance, advice and space for networking.

We are recruiting 30 volunteers for this event and will need volunteers, between 8:00 - 1:30pm.

If available, please RSVP by clicking on this link. Thank you as always!

Greetings Community!

It's that time again for Art & Design's annual Professional Pitch, scheduled on Thursday, February 12th. The Professional Pitch is the first of many student activations taking place at A&D this year. Student entrepreneurs will have an opportunity to finetune their elevator pitch as they present to a panel of experts (you!) their personal and professional goals in a group-style setting (think Group Interview and you are the Employer...but less pressure!)

We all know talking about ourselves, our dreams, gifts & talents isn't always easy, but vital for our professional and personal growth. This event is designed to provide our high school seniors with an opportunity to practice just that, while receiving guidance, advice and space for networking.

We are recruiting 30 volunteers for this event and will need volunteers, between 8:00 - 1:30pm.

If available, please RSVP by clicking on this link. Thank you as always!

Join us for the Cartooning Art Show Opening!

Jan 29th from 3-5 pm at the Kenny Gallery

On display until next Friday, February 6th.

Showcasing work from Sophomore, Junior and Senior Cartooning Students.

We hope to see you there!!!

Join us for the Cartooning Art Show Opening!

Jan 29th from 3-5 pm at the Kenny Gallery

On display until next Friday, February 6th.

Showcasing work from Sophomore, Junior and Senior Cartooning Students.

We hope to see you there!!!

In the fall, 19 of our seniors participated in a co-design workshop with designers and researchers from Instagram. They learned about the design process, shared feedback on their Instagram experience, and partnered with the Instagram employees to brainstorm creative solutions to key challenges facing teens. These insights can be leveraged for additional research and design thinking while building for teens at Instagram.

In the fall, 19 of our seniors participated in a co-design workshop with designers and researchers from Instagram. They learned about the design process, shared feedback on their Instagram experience, and partnered with the Instagram employees to brainstorm creative solutions to key challenges facing teens. These insights can be leveraged for additional research and design thinking while building for teens at Instagram.

"Congratulations to Ms. McLaughlin and the Photography Students on the opening of the Photography show on Thursday, January 15th. The show was the first of the Kenny Gallery Major shows of the academic season and, as always, was fantastic. The show will be up until mid-day on January 23rd."

"Congratulations to Ms. McLaughlin and the Photography Students on the opening of the Photography show on Thursday, January 15th. The show was the first of the Kenny Gallery Major shows of the academic season and, as always, was fantastic. The show will be up until mid-day on January 23rd."

Dear Art and Design Community,
The Photography Department would like to invite you to the opening celebration of new work by photography students,
"Unity Through The Lens."

Opening night: Thursday, January 15th, from 3-5 pm

Run of show: Tuesday, January 13th- Thursday January 22nd.

Gallery is open until 6 pm every night!

Dear Art and Design Community,
The Photography Department would like to invite you to the opening celebration of new work by photography students,
"Unity Through The Lens."

Opening night: Thursday, January 15th, from 3-5 pm

Run of show: Tuesday, January 13th- Thursday January 22nd.

Gallery is open until 6 pm every night!

Thank you Art and Design Community for your Donation to Ronald McDonald House!
Dear Parents, Students, Staff and Community Members,
Thanks to your incredible generosity during our recent "Most Needed" drive, we were able to deliver over 12 bags of supplies and food to the Ronald McDonald House!
When we notified the Ronald Mc Donald House coordinator she was surprised/amazed that we filled up more bags than they gave us! This achievement is a true testament to the caring and thoughtful nature of the parents students and staff in our community. This is an obvious reflection why our community is so powerful and great.
Your kindness means that families facing difficult medical journeys will have one less thing to worry about. Thank you for showing up, for giving back, and for proving just how powerful our community can be when we work together.
With sincere appreciation,
Thank you all who were involved.
MEUWE Team

Thank you Art and Design Community for your Donation to Ronald McDonald House!
Dear Parents, Students, Staff and Community Members,
Thanks to your incredible generosity during our recent "Most Needed" drive, we were able to deliver over 12 bags of supplies and food to the Ronald McDonald House!
When we notified the Ronald Mc Donald House coordinator she was surprised/amazed that we filled up more bags than they gave us! This achievement is a true testament to the caring and thoughtful nature of the parents students and staff in our community. This is an obvious reflection why our community is so powerful and great.
Your kindness means that families facing difficult medical journeys will have one less thing to worry about. Thank you for showing up, for giving back, and for proving just how powerful our community can be when we work together.
With sincere appreciation,
Thank you all who were involved.
MEUWE Team

Thursday afternoon, Mr. Lassen and some senior cartoonists had the pleasure of teaching a cartooning workshop to senior citizens at the 92nd street Y. The newly minted cartoonists in training explored character design, shape language and most importantly, politely laughed at the dumb jokes throughout class! Huge thanks to Erica at the Y for helping to coordinate everything. We hope to be back soon to continue their comic training!

Thursday afternoon, Mr. Lassen and some senior cartoonists had the pleasure of teaching a cartooning workshop to senior citizens at the 92nd street Y. The newly minted cartoonists in training explored character design, shape language and most importantly, politely laughed at the dumb jokes throughout class! Huge thanks to Erica at the Y for helping to coordinate everything. We hope to be back soon to continue their comic training!

Mrs. Alexander and Mrs. Farrelly's Junior Fashion Design class went on a fabulous field trip to the Accessories Department at FIT.
First, students learned all about the Accessories major and the overall structure of the school.
Then, they had a personalized tour of the school and made their very own leather tassels! it was an informative and enjoyable trip!

Thank you
Fashion Institute of Technology

Mrs. Alexander and Mrs. Farrelly's Junior Fashion Design class went on a fabulous field trip to the Accessories Department at FIT.
First, students learned all about the Accessories major and the overall structure of the school.
Then, they had a personalized tour of the school and made their very own leather tassels! it was an informative and enjoyable trip!

Thank you
Fashion Institute of Technology

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