Long Island high school students interested in pursuing a career in the arts – from Dance and theatre to film, art and music – are invited to attend an open house at the Long Island High School for the Arts on March 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The only public high school for the arts on Long Island, this program has been providing
professional-level training and preparation for more than 40 years. Last year’s graduating class of 58 seniors received more than $5.5 million in scholarships and grants from some of the nation’s most highly esteemed colleges and conservatories, including The Juilliard School, Joffrey Ballet School and Rhode Island School of Design.
Programs are half day and open to 11th and 12th grade students in participating districts. For more information about the Long Island High School for the Arts, which is located at 239 Cold Spring Road, Syosset, NY, please call 516-622-5678 or visitwww.nassauboces.org/lihsa.
A Summer Arts Academy is also available for students in grades 6 through 12 with an interest in the arts. The program runs from June 29 through July 24. Information about this program will also be available at the open house.
About Nassau BOCES
A vital regional resource, Nassau BOCES offers state-of-the-art programs for learners of all ages and abilities as well as cost-effective services for school districts and municipalities. Empowering students to achieve their maximum potential in alternative, artistic, outdoor, special education, virtual, and career and technical environments. BOCES offers adult education and STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) programs that are vital to improving the Long Island regional economy. In addition, the technology services form the backbone of many school districts’ infrastructure. As the county’s educational leader in implementing the state’s reform efforts, BOCES is helping to shape the future of education. To learn more, visit www.nassauboces.org and like us at www.facebook.com/nassauboces.
