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  •                                                        WHITE PLAINS HIGH SCHOOL PTA

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      UPCOMING EVENTS

      March 13th: Start of Spring Sports

      March 14th: Mid-Winter Concert III

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        2023/2024 PTA Nominations

        We are looking for individuals who want to be an active part of the 
        WPHS Executive Board or Committee Chair 
        for the upcoming 
        2023/2024 School Year

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        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

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      • WP SPECIAL NEEDS COMMITTEE UPDATE
        March is Disability Awareness Month

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  • Tuesday, March 21st:  “Rock Your Socks" for World Down Syndrome Day
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  • WP PTA BOOK DRIVE
    “Free Up Space February”
    Clean out those shelves and make room for new books!  DONATE NOW!

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

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  • WESTERN CONNECITCUT STATE UNIVERISTY
    Juniors Only College Trip - March 23, 2023

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  • Junior Prom “MIDNIGHT MASQUERADE”
    Tickets on sale Feb. 16 and Feb. 27 - Mar. 10

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  • 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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    Engineering EXPO
    Find out more at BeAnEngineer.org

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

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  • White Plains High School Winter Sports


    White Plains Athletics
     Web App and Schedules 

    Scan the code and check it out 
    or 
    Click here to find out more

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    WPHS Guidance Newsletter (Winter Edition)

    Check out the latest edition of the TIGER TRIBUNE from the WPHS Guidance Department.  Great info on activities in the school, programs for students, scholarship and award opportunities, ACT and SAT Prep, Financial Aid information, and much more.  THIS IS A MUST READ!
    https://www.smore.com/3k4sw-tiger-tribute

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      *Follow us for updates during the week!
      Facebook linkhttps://www.facebook.com/wphspta
      Twitter linkhttps://twitter.com/wphs_pta
       

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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

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    • 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

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      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 

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      Drum Corps 
      Program Description: Students in grades 6-12 learn how to play the drums and participate in local parades and events. Program is FREE and equipment is included. 
      Location:  White Plains Youth Bureau Lower Gym 
      Meeting Time:  Thursdays 4pm – 5:30pm and Saturdays 1pm - 2:30pm
      Coordinator:  Michael Lynch


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      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
       

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      Capoeira
      Program Description: Come learn this Brazilian art form that combines martial arts, gymnastics and dance all to music and drumming! Capoeira is fun and exhilarating. 
      Location: White Plains Youth Bureau Fitness Room 
      Meeting Time: Tuesdays 4pm – 6pm and Saturdays 2pm – 4pm 
      Coordinator: Ary Lima 

      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 

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      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

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      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 

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      Marching Dance Team
      Program Description: Enjoy learning dance routines in this upbeat and fun group. Learn to strut your stuff and accompany the Drum Corps in parades and events All levels of dance welcome. 
      Middle School and High School students welcome!
      Location: White Plains Youth Bureau Second Floor Gym
      Meeting Time: Wednesdays 5pm – 6:30pm (will increase to 2 days a week in March adding a Saturday practice)
      Coordinator: Nicole Johnson

       

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      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. 


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      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 

      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

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      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

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      City Of White Plains Common Council

      Agendas, Adopting Budgets, Calendars

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

      Rochambeau High School
      Rochambeau High School Website

      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

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    • White Plains High School
      White Plains High School Website

      White Plains Public Library  
      News and Programs, The Edge, The Trove, and The Hub