The Yellow Sheet

MON, OCT 5

Conference Day – Department Meeting (Adjusted Schedule)

MON, OCT 12
Indigenous Peoples' Day / Italian Heritage Day (Schools Closed)

WED, OCT 14

• Concerto Competition Final Round
  

THU, OCT 15

Hispanic Heritage Month Ends

FRI, OCT 16

• Coffee & Donuts with our Parent Coordinator; 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
• 4:00 – 7:00 PM – Faculty Art Show
  

SAT, OCT 17
• 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM – PSAT/NMSQT Administration (Optional Test – LaGuardia 11th Grade Students Only; Registration has concluded)

TUE, OCT 20
Open House for Prospective Students

Clubs Do Not Meet

FRI, OCT 30
LaG-o'-Ween

Clubs Do Not Meet

On Monday, October 5, we will have our first 'late start' of the year. This happens approximately 2 times per month (in alignment with the UFT Contract). The building opens 30 minutes prior to the first class, so we will begin Morning Entry at 9:05 AM. All Conference Days are listed on the school's calendar.

NYCPS and LaGuardia High School are committed to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment that is free from harassment, intimidation and/or bullying, sexual harassment, and discrimination on account of actual or perceived race, color, age, creed, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, or weight.

The NYCPS Respect for All (RFA) program was launched in 2007 to build the capacity of staff and students to actively promote a community of inclusion in each of our schools. The importance of promoting respect for diversity in our daily practice is vital to creating and sustaining an inclusive school climate and culture in each of our schools so that all students feel valued, supported and safe.

Bullying is aggressive behavior that is unwanted and negative, is intended to cause some kind of harm, involves a real or perceived imbalance of power (physical or social) or strength and/or can be a single incident or a series of related incidents and can take many forms. It includes, but is not limited to, behavior that targets students because of their actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship/immigration status, religion, creed, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or weight. Bullying includes but is not limited to:

• Physical violence;
• Stalking;
• Verbal or physical conduct that threatens another with harm;
• Threats, hazing, taunting, aggressive, or menacing gestures;
• Exclusion from peer groups designed to humiliate or isolate;
• Using derogatory language or making derogatory jokes or name calling to humiliate or harass;
• Posting or electronically circulating written or graphic material that is derogatory toward others (cyberbullying);
• Deliberately using a name, mispronouncing a name or using a pronoun in a manner that discriminates, harasses, bullies, or intimidates.

NYCPS encourages all members of the school community to:

• Foster a respectful and inclusive school culture

• Promote awareness of bullying and harassment prevention resources

• Encourage students, families, and staff to report concerns

• Share information about available reporting options for bullying and harassment.

Students and families can report bullying the following ways:

• Speak to their school’s Respect for All liaison(s) or a trusted adult

• File an online complaint on nycenet.edu/BullyingReporting

• Call the P311 Bullying Support Line at 718-935-2288

• Call the Anti-Hate Hotline at 718-935-2889

• Email RespectforAll@schools.nyc.gov

All reports of bullying, harassment, discrimination or intimidating behavior will be investigated. Support is available to students and families before, during, and after an investigation.

• Ms. Leston, Guidance Counselor. dleston@schools.nyc.gov
  
• Ms. Shern, Dean. kshern@schools.nyc.gov
  
• Mr. Vogel, Dean. dvogel4@schools.nyc.gov
  

Students participating in after school programs (except clubs) are able to leave the building after school and return to their event; however, all students must have entered the building by 4:30 PM. Students may not enter the building after 4:30 PM.

Staff members should plan their after school schedule so that all students have returned to the building by 4:30 PM. Examples of this would be a rehearsal dinner break and the director is not working with a specific group of students so they were assigned a later call time.

The number of School Safety Agents, city wide, is a concern because this affects our school day and after school programs. Often we are operating with a reduced staff. This necessitates some changes or refinement of our school operations.

Students participating in any program, event, or rehearsal after school should unlock their phones and retrieve their belongings from their lockers prior to the activity beginning. Once the event ends, students are not to go to their lockers but exit the building. (Locker areas are also out-of-bounds during weekend activities and rehearsals). Please know the area(s) that are included in the activity's permit and do not go to areas not covered by the permit.

Students are able to leave the building at the end of their school day and before their activity begins; however, students must swipe into the building upon their return.

Students must arrive back to the building before 4:30 PM and must be in a location supervised by a staff member. On performance days or days with evening events, the Assistant Principal will coordinate the call time/report time with the AP Security, Mr. Brummell.

This was a great week for clubs to begin. As a reminder, a student just needs to show up to a club meeting to join (for most clubs), and everyone is welcome! Here are a couple of reminders:

• Be sure Yondr Pouches are unlocked before attending meetings
  
• Go to lockers before meetings; lockers not available after meetings
  
• Students may use phones/text during after school programs provided it does not interfere with meetings or activities.
  
• All students must be in a location that is supervised by a staff member
• Special club activities that are scheduled to end after 4:25 PM must have a separate approved building permit on file.

Daily Time Schedule

3:35 PM. Clubs activities begin

4:25 PM Clubs activities end (and rooms must be free of students)

4:30 PM Club members must have exited building

Approximately 300 Incoming Students attended Friday's "mixer" in the 5th Floor Cafeteria after school. They enjoyed snacks, music, and the chance to get to know their fellow classmates at our Welcome Mixer! The afternoon featured a game of Hamilton musical chairs, karaoke, and lots of fun. The event was presented by our Guidance Team & SGO with tremendous support from our Parents Association. A special thank you to SGO Underclassmen Representative Lola and Events Liaison Charlotte for helping lead the activities. Our incoming students are off to an awesome start!

School event/activity fliers, including performance notices, may be posted only on “LaGuardia News” bulletin boards located in the escalator banks, on the wall to the right of each cafeteria entrance, on stairwell landings, and in classrooms with teacher permission.

• Items posted that do not follow these guidelines will be removed.
  
• Painted walls are not to be damaged when removing tape (use painter's tape)
  
• Fire safety equipment can never be covered by fliers.
  
• Event/activity posting fliers must remove the fliers after the event has occurred
  

The producers of Guys & Dolls, our annual school-wide musical featuring an 8-show run this December, are seeking a talented student graphic designer to create the official artwork for the production. Students from all studios are welcome. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your creative skills and build your portfolio!

What You’ll Do

The selected student will earn official credit in the show's Playbill as Key Art / Poster Designer. Once the winning design is selected, you will collaborate with the production team to adapt the artwork for various uses, including:

• Playbill Cover

• Instagram Stories & Email Advertisements

• Official Cast, Crew, and Pit Hoodies

Qualifications

We are looking for a student designer who:

• Is proficient in Adobe Illustrator or Adobe InDesign.

• Is creative, collaborative, and works well with feedback to meet project needs.

• Is reliable and able to meet project deadlines.

Timeline & How to Apply

• Project Completion: The entire design process will take place during October.

• Deadline to Apply: Friday, October 9

To Apply: Send a one-sentence expression of interest to Dr. Stricklin, Assistant Principal of Engagement, to mstricklin@schools.nyc.gov (or reply directly to this Yellow Sheet). You must send the email from your @nycstudents.net account. Once your email is received, you will be sent a specification (spec) sheet detailing the full design requirements.

We have 2 more student traveler slots and one of them could be yours!

• Tour: South Korea & Japan (Click here to see trip details)

• Dates: Spring Break 2027

• Enrollment Page: www.eftours.com/2927669AP (Once you sign up, you will first be put on the waitlist until you are vetted based on your attendance, grades, behavior, etc.)

The Official Class of 2027 "Senior Shirt" is now available through Smooth Sportswear. We recommend that all Seniors purchase the Senior Shirt. The shirt -- any LaG-wear -- can be worn anytime but especially on your final year of Spirit Days. Always have something to wear and rep the Class of 2027!

The LaGuardia Bowing team defeated rival Beacon Thursday as Lucia Diaz and Skye Wright closed the show in the 10th frame. Skye had a game high of 114 and fended off a late Beacon rally.

The Bowling team strikes again with their second victory of the season. The Lions defeated Bayard Rustin 3 games to zero. The “A team” was lead by Sarah Ye leading the team with 110, Skye Wright and Lucia Diaz hit key pins in the 10th frame, and Cathryn Yi continues to climb up the Manhattan borough leaderboard as one of the top bowlers. Returning senior Kerri Thompson and newcomers Kylie Kielland and Alina Ou put LAG over the top in the B and C games. This Thursday they look to knock down win number 3."

Girls Varsity Swim team won against AP Randolph 45-32. Zhyun Waitkus-Tsang and Lillian Hamilton had a personal record (PR) in the 200 IM. Katarina Binec PRed in both 100 backstroke and 100 freestyle.

Congratulations to the Girls Varsity Volleyball Team for defeating MLK in a 2-set victory, 26–24 and 25–21! Shoutout to Serra Velez with 19 assists, Zoe Tate with 9 kills, and freshman Zarya Shick with 8 kills! Mama Greene is sooo proud!

Students who missed receiving their NYPL library card at the recent LaGBrary event can get a Digital Card by visiting the NYPL website or a Physical Card by visiting a branch in-person. There happen to be TWO branches across the street from LaG’s front steps.

All New Yorkers have a role in showing respect and standing up for others. HeARTwork Against Hate is an opportunity for the City's youth to take a stand against all forms of bias, discrimination and hate and use their creativity to communicate the positive values that make NYC great.

Theme: "HeARTwork Against Hate"

Rules

• Artwork must be related to the theme: “HeARTwork Against Hate.”
• Participants must be in grades 3–12 and reside in New York City.
• All artwork must be original.
• All art forms are eligible, including drawing, collage, painting, computer graphics, and 3D art.
• All submissions, including high-resolution images of all artwork, must be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 p.m. on November 1, 2026.

Learn more about HeARTwork Against Hate Student Art Contest on the NYC Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes website.