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ELIGIBILITY
  • Open to Queens residents
  • For Zoned Program only: priority to students who live in the zoned area

SITE ACCESSIBILITY
  • Not Accessible

SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES
  • Collaborative Team Teaching (CTT)
  • SETSS
  • Special Class

ELL PROGRAMS
  • ESL
  • Bilingual Programs
    • Chinese (Cantonese)
    • Chinese (Mandarin)
    • Korean

ENROLLMENT (10/31/2008)
  • Grades Served (2010 - 2011): 09,10,11,12

SCHOOL STATISTICS AND REPORTS
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IN THEIR OWN WORDS
We have a rich tradition of educational excellence, innovative programs specializing in research in mathematics, science and the humanities, and music and fine arts. This tradition ensures that our graduates will be well-rounded, informed and responsible adults. We encourage our students to have high expectations for achievement, self-esteem and values which will prepare them for future endeavors.

COURSES AND PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Programs: Bayside students have the opportunity to participate in 4-year Specialized Research Sequences in choices of: Science, Math or Humanities; students may also apply to become Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, or Art majors; students may have the opportunity to take college-level courses at Bayside as well as on college campuses; Mentoring
Language Classes: Chinese (Mandarin), French, Korean, Latin, Spanish
Advanced Placement Courses: Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Chinese Language and Culture, Economics: Macro, Economics: Micro, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, European History, Latin Literature, Physics B, Psychology, Spanish Language, Statistics, Studio Art: Drawing, United States History, World History

PARTNERSHIPS
  • Community-Based Organizations: Kiwanis Club, Fort Totten Ranger Conservation Corps, Key Club International, Safe School Ambassadors
  • Hospital Outreach: Long Island Jewish Medical Center
  • Higher Education Institutions: St. John’s University, Queens College, Queensborough College, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, C. W. Post Campus-Long Island University, Syracuse University, New York University (NYU), John Jay College of Criminal Justice, School of Visual Arts, Teachers College
  • Cultural/Arts Organizations: New York Philharmonic Orchestra, Collegiate Chorale, Center for Arts Education, National Chorale, New York State Music Fund Grant, Kupferberg Jazz Residency, Flushing Town Hall, Exhibit for National Art Educators Association, Hospital Audiences-Music Inclusion Project, Nassau County Museum of Art
  • Not-for-Profit: Center for Arts Education; Oasis Children's Services
  • Other: Bayside High School Alumni Association, DNA Learning Center, Bridge to Medicine, New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Leadership & Support: Archon; Senior, Junior, Sophomore & Freshman Councils; Bayside for a Good Cause, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Play To Win, Smiles for Miles, Tri-M Music Honor Society
Academic: Math Team, Mock Trial, Model United Nations, Debate, Computer Programming, Newspaper, Soundings Literary Magazine, Arista, Junior State of America
Artistic: Yearbook, Art Show, Jazz Pops, Winter and Spring Concerts, Solo Voice Recital, Gospel Choir, Poetry Read Aloud, Shakespeare Competition, Anime, Break Dancing, Chamber Music, Crafting, Dominican Dance, Drama, Orchestra, Art Club
Clubs: Multicultural (Mosaic, Chinese, Desi, French, Korean, Greek, Italian, Jewish Student Union, Black Student Union, Seekers), Piano, Badminton, Baseball, Belly Dancing, Bowling, Chess, Euro Challenge, Fashion, Green, Handball, Health Nuts, Hong Kong, Hispanic, History, Seekers, Sexual Orientation Unity League (S.O.U.L.), Yearbook, YoYo, Bridge to Medicine

PSAL SPORTS TEAMS
Boys: Baseball & JV Baseball, Basketball & JV Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football & JV Football, Golf, Handball, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
Girls: Basketball & JV Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Handball, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball

SCHOOL SPORTS
Intramurals, Sports Club
PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Zoned (Zoned)
Academic Comprehensive Program
Q12Z Unscreened 9 N/A N/A

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Art Institute (Visual Art & Design)
Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Computer Art, Mixed Media, Photography, Commercial Art, College Portfolio Preparation, Figure Drawing, Art History, Foundation of Art, Fashion; Art Shows, Portfolio Competitions, Mural Unveilings, Arts internships, contests
Q12J Audition 9 N/A N/A
10 N/A N/A
Scores
  • English:(80-100)
  • Math:(80-100)
  • Social Studies:(80-100)
  • Science:(80-100)
Standardized Test Scores:
  • Math Level(s): 2-4
  • English Language Arts Level(s): 2-4
Requirements:
  • Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Audition Information: You will complete a still drawing and a design project which tests abilities in observation and imagination. Interviews are individual; portfolios are optional. BRING A PEN, PENCIL AND PORTFOLIO (IF YOU HAVE ONE) TO THE AUDITION. Art grade of 90-100; Audition and Portfolio presentation

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Academy of Music - Instrumental (Performing Arts)
Concert Band, Guitar, Percussion (Drums), Symphonic Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Piano Accompaniment, Junior Band, honors level Musicianship (college preparation); participation in national competitions; BEGINNING INSTRUCTION AVAILABLE ON ALL INSTRUMENTS
Q12K Audition 9 N/A N/A
10 N/A N/A
Scores
  • English:(80-100)
  • Math:(80-100)
  • Social Studies:(80-100)
  • Science:(80-100)
Standardized Test Scores:
  • Math Level(s): 2-4
  • English Language Arts Level(s): 2-4
Requirements:
  • Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Audition Information: BRING A PEN AND PENCIL AND YOUR OWN INSTRUMENT (except piano, double bass, tuba, percussion and guitar/bass amplifiers, which will be provided). Perform one prepared musical selection and three scales of your choice. You will also be asked to sight read an excerpt and will take a multiple-choice music aptitude test, which measures your natural musical ability, i.e., "how good your ears are." IF YOU WISH TO LEARN AN INSTRUMENT AND HAVE NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE, YOUR AUDITION WILL CONSIST OF AN INTERVIEW AND MUSIC APTITUDE TEST ONLY. Music class grade of 88-100

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Academy of Music - Vocal (Performing Arts)
Training in Classical, Jazz, Pop, and Musical Theater; College prep in Music Theory, keyboard skills, sight singing and audition preparation; Courses include Concert Choir, Solo Voice, Musical Theater, Male and Female Choruses, Musicianship
Q12L Audition 9 N/A N/A
10 N/A N/A
Scores
  • English:(80-100)
  • Math:(80-100)
  • Social Studies:(80-100)
  • Science:(80-100)
Standardized Test Scores:
  • Math Level(s): 2-4
  • English Language Arts Level(s): 2-4
Requirements:
  • Review of Attendance & Punctuality

Audition Information: BRING A PEN AND PENCIL TO THE AUDITION, and be ready to sing one prepared musical selection in any style. Piano or karaoke accompaniments are not permitted. You will also take a multiple-choice music aptitude test, which measures your natural musical ability, i.e., "how good your ears are." Music class grade of 88-100

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
SMART (Science & Math Academy of Research Talent For Gifted Students) (Science & Math)
Introduction to research, math and science research, honors and AP courses and other math and science classes
Q12Q Screened 9 N/A N/A
10 N/A N/A
Scores
  • English:(85-100)
  • Math:(85-100)
  • Social Studies:(85-100)
  • Science:(85-100)
Standardized Test Scores:
  • Math Level(s): 3-4
  • English Language Arts Level(s): 3-4
Requirements:
  • Review of Attendance & Punctuality
Zoned Unscreened, Visual Art & Design Audition, Performing Arts Audition, Science & Math Screened
Audition GroupDateStart TimeEnd Time
Last names beginning M-R for single auditions & Last names beginning M-Z for multiple auditionsSaturday, November 07, 20092:00 PM4:00 PM
Last names beginning S-Z for single auditionsSaturday, November 07, 20094:00 PM6:00 PM
Last names beginning A-F for single auditions & Last names beginning A-L for multiple auditionsSunday, November 08, 20099:30 AM11:30 AM
Last names beginning G-L for single auditionsSunday, November 08, 200911:30 AM1:30 PM
Last names beginning M-R for single auditions & Last names beginning M-Z for multiple auditionsSaturday, December 12, 20092:00 PM4:00 PM
Last names beginning S-Z for single auditionsSaturday, December 12, 20094:00 PM6:00 PM
Last names beginning A-F for single auditions & Last names beginning A-L for multiple auditionsSunday, December 13, 20099:30 AM11:30 AM
Last names beginning G-L for single auditionsSunday, December 13, 200911:30 AM1:30 PM
Make-up auditions: Last names beginning M-Z for single auditions & all students for multiple auditionsSaturday, January 09, 20109:30 AM11:30 AM
Make-up auditions: Last names beginning A-L for single auditionsSaturday, January 09, 201011:30 AM1:30 PM
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
  • Community Service Requirement
  • Extended Day Program
  • Weekend Program offered
  • Internships offered

OPEN HOUSE INFORMATION
Thursday, October 22 and Thursday, October 29, 2009 at 7 PM

SHOWCASE INFORMATION
Fall Musical Production on November 13-15, 2009 (Friday through Sunday) and Winter Concert on December 17, 2009 (Thursday)!

DID YOU KNOW?
  • Our students sang with the Collegiate Chorale at Carnegie Hall more than ten times since 2005! In 2008 Bayside grads were offered over $21 million in college scholarships!! Bayside=College!

FAMOUS ALUMNI
Astronaut, Ellen Baker; Pro Football Player, Ron Harmon; President of Fox5, Michael Wach; President of Delsener/Slater Entertainment, Ron Delsener; Former Chief of Fire Department, Dan Nigro; Chief of Experimental Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center at Harvard Medical Center, Dr. Jerome Groopman
HIGH SCHOOL DIRECTORY
Bayside High School, DBN 26Q495 , Borough of Queens