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      UPCOMING EVENTS

      March 30th: Guidance College Panel via ZOOM

      March 30th: “The Set” WPHS Night of Talent

      April 3 - 7:    Spring Break - NO SCHOOL!

       

      PTA Nominations for 2023/2024 School Year

      DO YOU WANT TO BE A PART OF THE WPHS EXECUTIVE BOARD OR HELP RUN A COMMITTEE? WE ARE LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO WANT TO BE AN ACTIVE PART OF OUR PTA FOR THE 2023/2024 SCHOOL YEAR!   

      The Nominating Committee Members
      Heather Hendrickson, Melissa Ferrera, Liz Murray, Lydia Kris and Stacie Kloepfer-Brooks
      They would love to hear from you if you are interested in service on the WPHS PTA next year!
      Please email lydiakris@gmail.com to express interest

       

      -WHO NEEDS A SUMMER JOB?

      Did You Know….
      The White Plains Youth Bureau (WPYB) has a 
      Youth Employment Office in H-Cafeteria at WPHS?!!!

      WPHS students can drop in to learn about job opportunities, community service opportunities, pick-up work permit applications, or find out more information about Youth Bureau programs. 

      The office is open Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 4:00pm
      Parents are also invited to join a ZOOM on April 25th to learn about internship and employment opportunities the Youth Bureau has to offer.  Registration Required!

      WHITE PLAINS HIGH SCHOOL FUNDRAISER  
      “YANKEES v. TWINS” 
      April 16, 2023

       

      WP PTA BOOK DRIVE
      "Free Up Space”
      Clean out those shelves and make room for new books!  DONATE NOW!

       

      WPHS “Night Of Talent”
      Thursday, March 30
      6:00pm - 8:00pm

       

      SCHOLARSHIPS
      Attention Seniors!!!!!

       

      Come visit the Bulletin Board right across from the 
      College and Career Center….it's a great resource!

       

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      Reach out to us with any questions, concerns or ideas at WPHSPTA@gmail.com

      Have a great week!

      Heather Hendrickson and Tracy Viola
      WPHS PTA Co-Presidents

       

       

       

      There's So Much Happening in White Plains!

      City Of White Plains
      Events Calendar
      WP Department of Recreation and Parks
      City of WP - Fall & Winter Guide 2022-23
      White Plains Youth Bureau Website

       

      Month of March


      Ebersole Ice Rink Public Skating Schedule

      StoryWalk at Bryant-Mamaroneck Park

      White Plains Performing Arts Center

      White Plains Business Improvement District (BID)

      White Plains Public Library

      White PlainsYouth Bureau Unsung Heroes Campaign

       

      Monday, March 20th - April 2nd
      Hudson Valley Restaurant Week - prix fixe lunches and dinners offered at new restaurants and old favorites. Click for a list of participating White Plains restaurants. Hudson Valley Restaurant Week - prix fixe lunches and dinners offered at new restaurants and old favorites. Click for a list of participating White Plains restaurants.

      Saturday, March 25th
      The White Plains Library Foundation Gala - Celebrating the Freedom to Read, 7:00-10:00 p.m. at the White Plains Public Library. Tickets required. Click here to learn about the White Plains Library Foundation.

       

      White Plains Youth Bureau Opportunities

      Teen Lounge Takeover!
      Program Description: Come hang out at the Teen Lounge after school and play ping pong, video games, air hockey, basketball, board games and more. New PS5 with 2023 games. Homework help and snacks are available. Van rides from Highlands to the Teen Lounge at the Youth Bureau are available Mondays – Fridays and van rides home are Mondays- Thursdays. 
      Location: White Plains Youth Bureau Teen Lounge
      Meeting Time: Mondays – Fridays 3pm – 7pm 



      Open Gym
      Program Description: White Plains youth are welcome to come play basketball in a structured environment. Professional athletic coaches assist all who attend in mastering the rules and strategies of the game. All skill levels are welcome from beginners to advanced. All who come, play!
      Location: White Plains Youth Bureau Lower Gym
      Meeting Time: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays 3pm – 8pm, Saturdays 3pm – 8pm 
      Coordinator: Stephen Duncan, Wilson Moronta 

       

       

      Girls with Impact
      Program Description: This is a powerful introduction to the world of business for Middle School and High School girls. This is a live, virtual entrepreneurship program conceptualized just for girls. This ‘mini-MBA’ program equips girls with the skills, knowledge and confidence to become the leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators of tomorrow. Girls accumulate 35 hours of community service and participation looks great on resumes. 
      Location: 10 – week virtual sessions 
      Meeting Time: Tuesday @ 7pm, Wednesday @ 8pm, or Saturday @ 12pm *next 12-wk cohort starts Mar. 13th
      Coordinator: Girls with Impact Providers / Gina Covington 


      Girl Power Productions
      Program Description: A special place where Middle School and High School Girls work together to create multimedia projects with a focus on the community.  Girls are introduced to video production and work together to develop informative pieces that are posted on social media.
      Location: White Plains Youth Bureau 
      Meeting Time: (Fall sessions only)
      Coordinator: Avery Phillips

       
      Toastmasters
      Program Description: Develop and improve your public speaking skills while strengthening your leadership and organizational skills in a fun and engaging environment. Youth increase confidence in public speaking. This skill will help youth at both college and employment interviews.
      Location: White Plains Youth Bureau 
      Meeting Time: The 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm or zoom in from home!
      Coordinator: Debra Jones 


      Tutoring
      Program Description: We have tutors to help students experiencing difficulties in Math, Science, essay writing and standardized testing. Why struggle when help is available? Tutors can meet in person or via zoom. 
      Location: White Plains Youth Bureau 
      Meeting Time: varies based on student and tutor schedules. 
       

      Boxing and Muay Thai
      Program Description: Boxing is coming back to the Youth Bureau starting March 6th! Prepare to train and learn the basics as well as hone your skills for those who have already enjoyed this sport in the past. Our instructor will also teach Muay Thai to students as well. Muay Thai is a combat sport that uses stand up striking along with various clinching techniques. 
      Both these practices expose our students to self-defense, critical thinking and exercise all-in-one. Both Middle School and High School girls and boys welcome! 
      Location: White Plains Youth Bureau Fitness Room 
      Meeting Time: Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 4pm – 6pm 
      Coordinator: Ricardo Jimenez 

       

       

      White Plains Public Library  


       

      Check Out The Links Below!

      News and Programs, The Edge, The Trove, and The Hub

      White Plains Public Library March Programs/Events for Adults

      White Plains Library March Programs/Events for Youth and Families

       

      White Plains City School District News
      White Plains City Schools District Website
      White Plains City School District: 2022-23 School Year Calendar
      White Plains School District: Board of Education

      White Plains High School
      White Plains High School Website

      Rochambeau High School
      Rochambeau High School Website

      Parent Teacher Association
      New York State PTA
      Westchester East Putnam Region PTA 

      City Of White Plains Common Council
      Agendas, Adopting Budgets, Calendars

       

       

      Questions/Comments: Please email: wphspta@gmail.com