School Name
Frank Sinatra School of the Arts High School
Overview Paragraph
It is the policy of Frank Sinatra School of the Arts (FSSA) High School that every student receives the most challenging academic and arts program possible. We offer every student the opportunity to take four years of science and math in addition to four years of English and social studies. The studio arts program provides students an intensive sequential study of an art form that includes the chance to explore the history, cultural significance, and aesthetics of their selected art form. Students will be introduced to all of the disciplines offered at FSSA through a curriculum that enables students to make connections with all art forms, fostering a true artistic community.
Academicopportunities1
CTE program(s) in: Arts, A/V Technology & Communication
Academicopportunities2
Extended Day program (90-120 minute classes per day in major), Enrichment Programs, Internships with Arts Agencies
Academicopportunities3
Apprenticeships with artists, Projects with cultural institutions, Community service through the arts, CUNY College Now
Ell Programs
English as a New Language
Advancedplacement Courses
AP Calculus, AP English, AP US History, AP World History
Diplomaendorsements
Arts, Math, Science
Location
35-12 35th Avenue, Astoria NY 11106 (40.756099, -73.925182)
Phone Number
718-361-9920
School Email
cmarchetta@schools.nyc.gov
Website
www.FrankSinatraSchoolOfTheArts.org
Subway
M, R to Steinway St ; N, Q to 36 Ave-Washington Ave
Bus
Q101, Q102, Q104, Q66
Addtl Info1
Community Service Expected; Internships
Extracurricular Activities
After-School and Saturday Tutoring, Chamber Music, Community Service through the Arts, Fundraising Committees, Gay-Straight Alliance, Preparatory Jazz Band, Literary Magazine, Music Composition, National Chorale, National Honor Society, Photojournalism, Prom Committee, School Newspaper, Step Dancing, Student Government, Yearbook, Cheerleading Club, Anime Club, Debate Club, Social Justice Club, Book Club, Knitting CLub, Red Cross Club, Fitness Club
Psal Sports Boys
Baseball, Basketball
Psal Sports Girls
Basketball, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball
Psal Sports Coed
Outdoor Track
Graduation Rate
0.971000016
Attendance Rate
0.949999988
Pct Stu Enough Variety
0.800000012
College Career Rate
0.958000004
School Accessibility Description
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Prgdesc1
Study includes text analysis, film as a cultural and historical document, analysis of artist work; courses in video production, film theory and history, industry practices, and legal issues. Students have access to state-of-the-art digital technology.
Prgdesc2
Intensive study of art (theory, production, history, assessment); museum and gallery visits, student exhibitions, visiting artists. Courses – Foundation, 2-D and 3-D Design, Painting, Sculpture, Communication Arts, Print-Making, Portfolio, Digital Photography.
Prgdesc3
Small group instruction on orchestral and band instruments; jazz and concert bands, advanced wind ensemble, string and symphonic orchestras, chamber music of all instrument families, theory, ear training, music history and keyboard harmony.
Prgdesc4
Students perform in the Concert Choir, Chorale, Chamber Singers, musical theatre, Great American Songbook ensemble, opera workshop and participate in cabaret; curriculum includes voice training, music theory, keyboard, sight singing, diction, and audition preparation.
Prgdesc5
Ballet, modern dance, dance history, choreography, and dance criticism courses; Jazz, tap, ballroom dancing, kinesiology, anatomy, career management, and dance production classes; students attend live performances and take part in school productions.
Prgdesc6
A four-year course of study that includes acting technique, scene study, speech for actors, dramatic writing, and course work in performing Shakespeare. The Drama Studio creates mainstage productions each year.
Requirement1 1
Course Grades: English (84-100), Math (71-100), Social Studies (83-100), Science (80-100)
Requirement1 2
Course Grades: English (78-100), Math (75-100), Social Studies (80-100), Science (80-100)
Requirement1 3
Course Grades: English (75-100), Math (70-100), Social Studies (78-100), Science (80-100)
Requirement1 4
Course Grades: English (77-100), Math (80-100), Social Studies (70-100), Science (80-100)
Requirement1 5
Course Grades: English (80-100), Math (78-100), Social Studies (75-100), Science (75-100)
Requirement1 6
Course Grades: English (86-100), Math (81-100), Social Studies (83-100), Science (81-100)
Requirement2 1
Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.1-4.5), Math (2.1-4.5)
Requirement2 2
Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.4-4.5), Math (2.2-4.5)
Requirement2 3
Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.0-4.5), Math (2.4-4.5)
Requirement2 4
Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.2-4.5), Math (2.6-4.5)
Requirement2 5
Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.1-4.5), Math (1.9-4.5)
Requirement2 6
Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.8-4.5), Math (2.8-4.5)
Requirement3 1
Attendance and Punctuality
Requirement3 2
Attendance and Punctuality
Requirement3 3
Attendance and Punctuality
Requirement3 4
Attendance and Punctuality
Requirement3 5
Attendance and Punctuality
Requirement3 6
Attendance and Punctuality
Program1
Film and Media Arts
Program3
Instrumental Music
Interest2
Visual Art & Design
Interest3
Performing Arts
Interest4
Performing Arts
Interest5
Performing Arts
Interest6
Performing Arts
Admissionspriority11
Open to New York City residents
Admissionspriority12
Open to New York City residents
Admissionspriority13
Open to New York City residents
Admissionspriority14
Open to New York City residents
Admissionspriority15
Open to New York City residents
Admissionspriority16
Open to New York City residents
Auditioninformation1
During the audition, students will submit for review 10 original drawings or photographs on 18” x 24” poster board that tells a sequential story without words. Images should demonstrate the applicant’s knowledge of visual composition and storytelling. Students will be shown four images and asked to develop an original story that could be the basis for a film. Three questions should be considered while writing: Who are the characters? What problems do they face? What do they do to resolve them?
Auditioninformation2
Present a portfolio with 10-15 pieces of original work created from observation and from studentÂ’s own imagination, with a diversity of subject matter and use of media, including examples of line, value and color. Student work should be unframed and need not be matted. Three-dimensional work can be shown in photographs. You will also be required to draw from observation and memory, using pencil.
Auditioninformation3
Perform at least one solo selection and three major scales. Take a sight-reading test and a rhythmic comprehension test in which you are required to tap back rhythmic patterns. Bring your own instrument (except piano, tuba, double bass, percussion instruments, guitar amplifiers); bring 2 copies of audition music.
Auditioninformation4
Perform the “Star Spangled Banner” (accompaniment will be provided) and one minute of a classical or a standard musical theatre piece. Bring sheet music in your key.
Auditioninformation5
Students will take an abbreviated ballet class followed by modern and jazz dance combinations. Participants are to audition in appropriate dance attire: leotard, tights and ballet shoes.
Auditioninformation6
Present two memorized, contrasting, one-minute monologues that must be from published plays – no Internet or original material will be accepted; do a cold reading from selected scenes.
Grade9geapplicantsperseat1
8
Grade9geapplicantsperseat2
13
Grade9geapplicantsperseat3
12
Grade9geapplicantsperseat4
22
Grade9geapplicantsperseat5
20
Grade9geapplicantsperseat6
19
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat1
17
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat2
4
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat3
8
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat4
4
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat5
14
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat6
14
Primary Address Line 1
35-12 35th Avenue