The Yellow Sheet
22 DEC, MON - CONFERENCE BELL SCHEDULE
- Conference Schedule (Faculty)
- Late Start for Students
- 6 – 9pm New Music Winter Showcase; Little Flower Theater
23 DEC, TUE
- LaGMas
24 DEC, WED
- Winter Recess Begins
- Building Closed until JAN 5
5 JAN, MON
- School Resumes
WED, JAN 7
- 6:00 – 9:00pm — Musicale #1 — Concert Hall
FRI, JAN 9
- 4:00pm Fine Arts Semi-Annual Celebration
- 6:00pm Musicale #2 — Concert Hall
MON, JAN 12
- Conference Schedule (Department)
WED, JAN 14
- Math Department Finals
- 6:30pm Winter Semi-Annual Concert — Concert Hall
THU, JAN 15
- Science Department Finals
- 6:00pm. Winter Dance Showcase — Little Flower Theater
- 6:30pm Winter Semi-Annual Concert — Concert Hall
FRI, JAN 16
- Marking Period #3 Ends
- 4:00pm & 7:00 pm Winter Dance Showcase — Little Flower Theater
MON, JAN 19
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Schools Closed)
TUE, JAN 20
January Regents Week - No Classes. Students only attend if they are retaking a Regents Exam or they have a scheduled school activity.
WED, JAN 21J
anuary Regents Week - No Classes. Students only attend if they are retaking a Regents Exam or they have a scheduled school activity.
THU, JAN 22
January Regents Week - No Classes. Students only attend if they are retaking a Regents Exam or they have a scheduled school activity.
View the laguardiahs.org monthly calendars, as well as subscription to iCal
Ticket for events can be purchased here: LaGuardia Virtual Box Office
The week of 12/22: No Tests Due to 2-Day Week
The week of 1/5: 5 Day Week
The week of 1/12: *5 Day Week (Note Dates of Math & Science Finals have changed). Math Final is on 1/14 and Science Final is on 1/15.
Student OMNY Cards – Important Information
Some students have reported issues with their NYC Public Schools OMNY cards not working when tapped on buses or subway turnstiles. This is a known citywide issue and is not unique to LaGuardia.
Unlike the old MetroCards, OMNY cards do not use a magnetic stripe and cannot be “demagnetized.” OMNY cards use contactless chip technology. When a card stops working, it is usually due to physical damage—such as bending, creasing, or pressure from being loose in a backpack or pocket—which can affect the internal chips.
Tips to help protect OMNY cards:
Keep the card in a protective sleeve, wallet, or hard card holder
Avoid bending, folding, or placing heavy items on top of the card
Keep the card dry and away from spills
Tap the card flat against the OMNY reader (centered) when entering transit
Replacing an OMNY Card
If a student’s OMNY card is not working, they should report it to Ms. Javier in the Attendance Office, Room 201, as soon as possible so a replacement can be requested. Replacement cards may take time to arrive, so the sooner you report the issue, the quicker you will receive a replacement. (Once a card is reported as non-working, the card is deactivated in the system).
All schools are given a limited amount of OMNY cards to be used as replacement cards. As NYCPS and LaGuardia are adjusting to OMNY cards, there will be times when students need to wait for their replacement cards to arrive. Just recently, LaGuardia received an increased number of cards. If your student is waiting on their replacement card, please have them go to room 201 to pick it up.
Everyone recognizes the importance of having OMNY cards and students having reliable transportation to and from school and after school programs. Anything families can do to make sure OMNY cards are safe and not lost is appreciated.
College Board Application for Test Accommodations is January 9 (Regular Accommodations Do Not Apply)
All 10th and 11th grade students will take the PSAT or SAT for free during the regular school day on March 17.
IMPORTANT:
- IEP and 504 testing accommodations (such as extended time) do NOT automatically apply to these College Board exams.
- To ensure your child receives accommodations, you MUST complete the consent form at this link by Friday, January 9, 2026.
If you do not provide consent, your child will not receive accommodations on these important exams.
A&F Summer Scholarships -- Current Grades 9 - 11
Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia will be opening up applications for their 2026 Summer Scholarships on Wednesday, January 7, 2026! The link to the application form will be accessible on their website - https://alumniandfriends.org/summer-study/
Scholarships are available to juniors, sophomores, and freshmen who may be eligible to receive financial assistance for supplemental study in their arts discipline during the summer of 2026. To apply, you will need: the latest copy of your transcript, consent from a parent/guardian, and the first two pages of your guardian/family’s 2024 IRS 1040 tax return (the tax return for all parents/guardians is required).
Keep in mind that Alumni & Friends will not consider funding programs that are not related to your studio studies or are based internationally.
If you have any questions, please email awards@alumniandfriends.org.
In accordance with the New York State Department of Health and Department of Education regulations, all students are required to have up-to-date immunizations or valid medical exemptions in order to attend school. Students who do not meet these requirements will be excluded from school beginning January 2026 until complete and acceptable immunization records are provided.
To avoid any interruption to your child's education, please submit updated immunization records to the Attendance Office room 201
Varsity Basketball
The LaGuardia Lions defeated Julia Richmond High School 63-60. Joshua Dana had 10 points shooting 3/3 from the perimeter. Diego Gomez-Gribben was a beast on the boards with 11 rebounds. And Haven Alexander had 32 points and the game-securing free throw. Coach Brummell won’t express himself, but he is soooo proud of you. Gooo Lions -
Gymnastics
Congratulations to the Gymnastics team on their win against Stuyvesant High School on Wednesday. Captains Sasha R and Sofia C guided the team to a 20 point victory. Goooooooo Lions!
Order by February 2, 2025
Seniors have until February 2, 2026, to order their Cap, Gown, Tassel, Diploma Cover, and Stole through the SmoothUSA.com/LaGuardia Store Front. Visit the site for additional information.
The Graduation/ Yearbook cost for Senior Dues will be finalized once the cost of the Yearbook is known. Last year's cost was $212, so families should plan on the amount owed to be slightly higher.
Senior Quotes and Senior Superlatives
Please complete the two forms below to submit your senior quote and your selections for Senior Superlatives. Your senior quote will be featured underneath your senior portrait in the yearbook. Please read the directions carefully and reach out to any member of the yearbook class if you have any questions.
Senior Superlatives will be voted on by members of each studio and included in the Senior Superlative section of this year’s yearbook. Be sure to include the first and last names of all your selections.
Both forms will be open until Friday, January 30, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Please read the instructions carefully and be sure to follow the rules as stated on the forms.
(This is an optional adjudication and not a school requirement)
NYSSMA provides students with an opportunity to be assessed by a NYSSMA certified adjudicator on solo or ensemble music they have prepared. This is not a school requirement.
NYSSMA is the New York State School Music Association. It is a professional association of music teachers from throughout New York State. NYSSMA’s parent organization is The National Association for Music Education (NAfME).
NYSSMA is best known for sponsoring festivals each spring in which students have the opportunity to perform solos for an impartial adjudication. This process has long been held up as one of the finest examples of authentic assessment and is designed to help students to improve their musical abilities. Participation in NYSSMA is voluntary and provides students an opportunity to evaluate their own level of achievement and to set goals for making progress.
Judges hear each student play a graded selection from the NYSSMA Manual, prescribed scales (see requirements for your instrument/voice) and a short sight reading selection (8 measures). Students are then given a written report with comments on their performance and a grade. Grades range from Outstanding, Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, Fair and Needs Improvement for Levels I-IV, and A+ through D- in Levels V, VI and All State. In some cases, students may receive “Comments Only.” Students who feel that they are not well prepared and would not like a score can request “Comments Only” (Also known as a Festival Rating). If a judge feels that a low score may make the experience a less positive one for the student, they may suggest “Comments Only.” This is also given if a student’s solo is not listed in the current NYSSMA Manual.
Additional Information
- All solos must be listed in the current NYSSMA Manual, and be sure to check publisher information. Private teachers do not always have a current manual. You should always double check with your child’s music teacher at school to make sure your solo is listed and that the publisher is correct.
- Before NYSSMA you must purchase an original copy of your solo. No photocopies allowed! If it is public domain, you will need to show that it is not on the site illegally. If you have an ePrint solo, please print the receipt and have it with you when you arrive to play. You will need to have a copy for yourself and for the judge (accompaniment/piano part is accepted). If your solo is unaccompanied, then purchase two copies of the solo.
Visit NYSSMA LaGuardia Registration Form. Deadline to Complete Form: January 15, 2026
