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The Academy of Performing Arts
45 Smith Street
Paterson, NJ 07505
“The Artistic Heartbeat of Center City”
Mrs. Cora Quince, Principal
Mr. Arthur Harris, Fine and Performing Arts Supervisor
Mrs. Jacqueline Jones, Community Services
Ms. Eileen Shafer, Assistant Superintendent for Operational Unit III
Dr. Dennis Clancy, Interim State District Superintendent
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Paterson Public Schools
The Academy of Performing Arts
45 Smith Street
Paterson, New Jersey 07505
Mrs. Cora Quince, Principal
Phone: (973) 321-0571
Fax: (973) 321-0577
E-mail: cquince@paterson.k12.nj.us
“Excellence is not an act but, habit. The things you do the most are the things you will do best.”
Marva Collins
Dear Parents and Community Families:
Our students at the Academy of Performing Arts are encouraged to prepare for secondary education, which
entails maintaining advanced proficiency levels in all content areas as well as their arts majors.
Our staff affords the opportunity for all students to develop their artistic and academic skills through an
interdisciplinary approach to learning. The Paterson Public Schools educational programs encompass the
scope and sequence of learning at the Academy of Performing Arts with a standard based curriculum.
Strong emphasis is placed on the use of technology project based learning and cultural diversity within the
curriculum framework. We are a uniform school with 100% participation. There is zero tolerance for
disciplinary problems at our school. Students attending the Academy of Performing Arts are required to
attend each performance and are graded on their attendance performance role.
Students, parents, teachers and stakeholders are allowed to exchange ideas toward increasing the efficacy
of educational excellence and art awareness throughout the city of Paterson and neighboring communities.
Their learned and innate talents are expanded with a knowledge base that will allow them to compete in
any secondary setting. We invite you to become actively involved toward the growth and development of
your child’s lifelong learning that continues within our school. Thank you for your continuous support for
our children in the city of Paterson. Please adhere to the process below to insure your application is
completed for review. The process is as follows:
ADJUDICATION PROCESS
Step I School Choice Application Completed by April 8, 2009
Step II APA Application Completed by March 2, 2009
Step III Students will be notified of audition date and time
Step IV Parents and Artistic Coach/ Private Teacher prepare student for audition
Step V Parents will accompany students to audition at the Academy of Performing Arts
Step VI Receipt of letter of Not Accepted or Accepted
Step VII Introduction of Incoming Students at Spring Concert – Concert Attire required
Step VII Registration with letter of acceptance June 2009
The APA application must be forwarded to:
The Academy of Performing Arts
45 Smith Street
Paterson, NJ 07505
Attention: APA Guidance Counselor
Phone: (973) 321-0570 Fax: (973) 321-0577
Sincerely,
Mrs. Cora Quince, Principal B.A. M.A. M.Ed.
“Children First”
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THE ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS APPLICATION INFORMATION
(Please print or type)
Date Received: ___________________________________________________________
Current School: ____________________Current Grade _______Grade 09-10:________
Student Name ____________________________________________________________
Address ________________________________________________________________
City ______________________________Zip Code ______________________________
Home Phone____________Cell Phone___________Emergency Phone______________
Date of Birth ____________________City/Country of Birth______________________
Parent/Guardian__________________________________________________________
Address ________________________________________________________________
City___________________________Zip Code_________________________________
Home Phone____________Cell Phone___________Emergency Phone______________
Email address: ___________________________________________________________
Parents will be contacted in case of serious sickness or accident; however, an emergency situation that
requires immediate medical attention could occur. Please provide (2) phone numbers where a parent,
guardian or authorized person may be reached to give consent to medical treatment
Emergency Contacts: (Please print)
Name: _________________________________Relationship:_____________________
Phone Number: __________________________Phone Number:___________________
Name:_________________________________Relationship:______________________
Phone Number:__________________________ Phone Number:___________________
In the event such persons cannot be reached, the following consent will be used:
I, the parent/guardian of ___________________________, give my permission in case of
(Please print name)
emergency, for a qualified medical doctor to administer any treatment and/or medication
to my child.
Signature:________________________________________Date: __________________
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STUDENT ESSAY: (please print or type)
The Academy of Performing Arts appeals to me because…
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Description of Artistic Talent: (Please print or type and cite performances and/or contests, where you
have showcased your talent.)
My Artistic talent is…
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TEACHER RECOMMENDATION: (please type)
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GUIDANCE RECOMMENDATION (Please type and check one regarding sending student):
AP(Advanced Proficient) P(Proficient) PP(Partial Proficient)
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ARTISTIC GENRES at the ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS
Students are directed toward a knowledge base for both innate and learned artistic abilities. The innate
abilities in the arts are often visible during a child’s toddler years and can be fine tuned throughout their
developmental years. A most competent staff conducts the varying levels of ability among our students
with a unique style of formal study in each of the disciplines listed below. This is done through an
interdisciplinary approach to learning. Realizing further that all content areas must utilize data to reflect
assessment for learning, we strive toward 100% proficiency. The assessment for learning is a key factor in
the overall education process and enables students to monitor their learning progress and teachers to adapt
their instruction toward the specific needs of the students. We are committed to the highest quality
education for all students and strive continuously toward academic excellence.
ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND ALL PERFORMANCES AT APA
Describe your three minute presentation of excellence on page 5.
DANCE:
Body alignment exemplary of exceptional talent
Poise with strong performing ability
Potential as a dancer
DRAMA:
Vocal projection and gesticulation
The ability to improvise
Strong character as a team player
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC:
Fundamental knowledge of the instrument
Fundamental music reading
Instrument foundation (Woodwinds, Brass, Strings, Percussion)
VOCAL MUSIC:
Vocalizes utilizing the following five elements of music:
pitch, melody, rhythm, dynamics, & timbre
Sing “Three Blind Mice” in simple melodic form and in Round
Vocal Composition of choice
VISUAL ARTS
Portfolio
PRIVATE STUDY, (i.e. piano, dance) AWARDS, PERFORMANCES (Broadways plays, school
productions, recitals)
Activity Location Role/Age Award Production Company Artistic Coach
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MEDIA RELEASE FORM – STUDENT
Permission to permit the Paterson Public School District to use student
photo/video/audio on the website and for other district events, promotions and
related activities.
I, the undersigned parent/guardian of __________________________ do hereby
grant permission to the Paterson Public School District and/or its designated
representative to permit my child’s picture to be taken, or likeness used on the
district’s website or to be otherwise utilized by the district in regard to the
district’s approved events and activities including use of name, voice, and/or
writings and reproductions of the same in any form. I hereby release the above
party from liabilities arising out of what I might deem misrepresentations by
virtue of distortion, optical illusions, or faulty mechanical reproductions.
The publicity my minor child(ren) shall receive by virtue of the first such use that
may be made thereof shall be full and adequate compensation for this consent.
I agree all such uses of his/her name, voice, likeness, portraits, pictures,
photographs, films, videotapes, audiotapes, or writings and reproductions,
including but not limited to tapes, plates, and negatives connected therewith, are
and shall remain, the property of the Paterson Public School District.
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Date Parent/Guardian Signature
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Appendix I
Student Acceptable Use Policy
STUDENT INTERNET ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY
The Internet is an educational resource connecting millions computers and computer use from all
over the world. Use of the Internet for educational projects will assist in preparing success in life
and work in the 21st Century. Educators agree it is important that students well informed of the
Internet’s capabilities, as well as how to use it responsibly. The Paterson Public Schools
recognize the need to safeguard our pupils, while enriching our core curriculum.
Pupils will use the Internet for educational purposes only, under the supervision of a
teacher.
Pupils will not access inappropriate material on the Internet. If any sites are accessed,
they will use the “Back” button to quickly escape the site. Pupils will inform the teacher
of any situations so that he/she may handle it appropriately.
Pupils will not give out any unauthorized personal information including: name, home
address, phone number, age, race, family income, school name or location friends’
names or credit card information.
Pupils will never arrange a meeting with someone they meet on the Internet.
Pupils will not interfere with other people’s computer work.
Pupils will be considerate of copyright laws and will not download or plagiarize any
information that they find on the Internet.
Pupils will not download, install or modify any software on the computers without the
authorization and supervision of a teacher.
Pupils will act as a responsible, considerate, respectable citizen when on-line.
Pupils accept the consequences assigned to them from the school faculty/administration if
they fail to abide by this agreement.
Pupils and their parents/guardians will sign an Internet Acceptance Use Agreement
including these policy provisions.
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Paterson Public Schools Internet Acceptable Use Agreement
The Internet is an educational resource connecting millions computers and computer use from all
over the world. Use of the Internet for educational projects will assist in preparing success in life
and work in the 21st Century. Educators agree it is important that students are well informed of
the Internet’s capabilities, as well as how to use it responsibly. The Paterson Public Schools
recognize the need to safeguard our pupils, while enriching our core curriculum with this
in mind, we ask that you read the agreement over with your child. Please fill in your
child’s name on the line below, have your child provide his/her signature at the bottom of
the form, and indicate your approval by signing on the bottom line. Thank you!
I ____________________________________________ (student’s name) agree to abide
by and act responsibly concerning the following Internet matters:
I will use the internet for educational purposes only, under the supervision of a
teacher.
I will not access inappropriate material on the Internet. If I access any
inappropriate sites, I will use the “Back” button to quickly escape the site. I will
immediately inform the teacher of any situations so that he/ she may handle it
appropriately.
I will not give out any unauthorized personal information including: name, home
address, phone number, age, race, family income, school name, or location,
friends’ names or credit card information.
I will never arrange a meeting with someone I meet on the Internet.
I will never use/ send inappropriate language or hateful messages on the Internet
or respond to any, if one is received.
I will not interfere with other people’s computer work.
I will be considerate of copyright laws and will not download or plagiarize any
information that I find on the internet.
I will not download, install or modify any software on the computer without the
authorization and supervision of a teacher.
I will act as a responsible, considerate, respectable citizen when on-line.
I accept the consequences assigned to me from the school faculty/ administration
and my parents if I fail to abide by this agreement.
Student’s Signature: _________________________________________ Date: ________
My parent/ guardian agree that it will be a valuable experience for me to use the internet
in school and feel confident that I can handle the responsibility it involves.
Parent/ Guardian
Signature: ________________________________________________ Date: _________
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Parental/Guardian Consent Form
We are sending you this parental consent form to both inform you and to request
permission for your child’s photo/image and personally identifiable information to be
published on the school’s and/or district’s web site.
As you are aware, there are potential dangers associated with the posting of personal
identifiable information on a web site since global access to the Internet does not allow
control of who may access such information. These dangers have always existed;
however, as schools we do want to celebrate your child and his/her work. The law
requires that we get permission to use information about your child.
Pursuant to law, we will not release any personally identifiable information without prior
written consent from you as parent or guardian. Personally identifiable information
includes student names, photo or image, residential addresses, e-mail address, phone
numbers and locations and times of class trips.
If you, as the parent or guardian, wish to rescind this agreement, you may do so at any
time in writing by sending a letter to the principal of your child’s school and such
rescission will take effect upon receipt by the school.
Check one of the following choices:
I/We GRANT permission for a photo/image that includes this student without any
other personal identifiers to be published on the school and/or district’s public Internet
site.
I/We GRANT permission for this student’s photo/image and name to be published on
the school and/or district’s public Internet site.
I/We GRANT permission for this student’s photo/image and all other personal
identifiers listed above to be published on the school and/or district’s pubic Internet site.
I/We DO NOT GRANT permission for photo/image that includes this student to be
published on the school and/or district’s public Internet site.
Student’s Name:( please print) ______________________________Grade/HR:_______
Print name of Parent/Guardian: (print)_________________________________________
Signature of Parent/Guardian: (sign) __________________________________________
Relation to student: _______________________________________________________
Date: ___________________________________________________________________
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DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE
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THIS PORTION TO BE COMPLETED BY ADJUDICATORS
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Name:______________________ Class of______ Grade _________Vacancy #______________
VISUAL
DANCE* DRAMA ARTS INSTRUMENTAL VOCAL
I Public Speaking Drawing Brass Music Theory
II Monologue Painting Woodwinds Glee Chorus
III Play Sculpture Percussion Mixed Chorus
IV Dance Troupe APA Thespians Crafts Chamber Ensemble(s) APA Choral
V Recital Musical Theatre Portfolio Solo Recital Solo Recital
*2009 NJPAC Residency in Dance
MAJOR__________________________________
ACCEPTED NOT ACCEPTED WAIT LIST
ADJUDICATOR’S COMMENTS:
Pre Score
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THE APA SCHOOL INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP TEAM (SILT)
Ms. Ayanna T. Gass, Coordinator of Instruction/Assessment
Mrs. Anna Liguori, Mathematics Coach
Mrs. Louise Albert, LAL Coach
Ms. Christine Kober, Technology Coordinator
Mrs. Renee Onuoha, ADP
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NOTES & CHECKLIST
Completed Application
Proof of Address
Yellow Card (Copy)
Copy of IEP
2nd Marking Period Report Card
Recommendations
Parent Signature
Standardized Test Scores
Uniform Information
Concert Decorum
Media Release Form
Student Internet Acceptable Use Policy
Media Release Form-Student
Parental/Guardian Consent Form
Completed application due April 8, 2009
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The Academy of Performing Arts
45 Smith Street
Paterson, NJ 07505
973-321-0570
From Garden State Parkway North:
Take GSP North to Exit 155P toward Paterson. Stay left merging onto 19N. Take the
Grand St. exit and make a right onto Grand St. Make a left on Main St. Make a right onto
Smith.
From Garden State Parkway South:
Take GSP South to exit 159. Merge onto I-80 toward Paterson. Exit at 57C-Main St. Make
a left onto Main St. and a right onto Smith St.
From Rt. 80 West:
Follow the directions for GSP above.
From Rt. 80 East:
Follow 80 East to exit 57B. Merge onto Rt. 19N toward Downtown Paterson. Take the
Grand St. exit making a right onto Grand St. Make a left onto Main St. followed by a right
onto Smith St.
From Rt. 46 West:
Take 46 West to Rt. 17 North towards Paramus. Merge onto I80 West. Continue to follow
directions from Rt. 80 West above.
From Rt. 46 East:
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Take 46 East to Rt. 80 East heading toward New York. Merge onto Rt 19 North and follow
the directions above from Rt. 80 West.
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