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BAVPA provides excellent educational preparation for careers or future study in music, dance, theater, visual arts, and media, along with competitive and extrac NEWS & UPDATES Online Yearbook Order Order Code: 0166CPT Free Virtual Tutoring Click Here for More Information First Quarter Grades Close Friday, November 7th Veterans Day (No School) Tuesday, November 11th School Picture Retakes (Grades 5-11) Thursday, November 13th Middle School Auditions (Grades 5-8) Saturday, November 15th, 7:45 AM-12 PM Cafeteria Middle School Auditions (Grades 5-8) Saturday, November 22th, 7:45 AM-12 PM Cafeteria SBMT Virtual Meeting November 25th, 3-4 PM Zoom Meeting ID: 619 689 0225 Passcode: BAVPASBMT Thanksgiving Recess (No School) November 26th-November 30th UPCOMING EVENTS Middle School Musical: Seussical Jr. Thursday, November 13th, 9:50 AM Friday, November 13th, 9:50 AM Friday, November 14th, 7 PM Saturday, November 14th, 2 PM Main Stage Repertoire Dance Showcase Thursday, December 4th, 9:50 AM Main Stage Winterfest Music Concert #1 (Vocal) Tuesday, December 9th, 7 PM Main Stage High School Play - Othello Thursday, December 11th, 9:50 AM Thursday, December 11th, 7 PM Friday, December 12th, 9:50 AM Friday, December 12th, 7 PM Saturday, December 13th, 2 PM Main Stage

Department Requirements Requirements Information Department Requirements & FAQS Reminders and FAQS BAVPA Requirements Students must complete an Arts Academy Student Profile Form for the 2026-2027 school year for grades 9-12 or grades 5-8. After submitting a Student Profile Form, the student will be entered into an online Schoology Audition Course to submit materials and information prior to their in-person audition, if needed, depending on the artistic area for which they are auditioning. Students must complete a BPS High School Application or an Elementary School Application found under the link for Admissions & Registration on the Buffalo School District’s website at www.buffaloschools.org which includes a Teacher Recommendation Form specifically for the Buffalo Academy for Visual & Performing Arts #192. The form should be completed by someone who can attest to the student’s artistic ability. Students must fulfill the requirements listed below for the art major area of their choice. A copy of their previous school year’s report card and current report card is required. Students must display a commitment to their artistic major and understand that each department requires time invested in rehearsals, practicing, performances, and shows after regular school hours. Students will participate in after school or evening performances and must stay from the beginning of the show to the end of the production. Acceptance Rubric Scoring: The audition accounts for 70% of scoring, the student's academic standing accounts for 25% , and their teacher recommendation's account for 5% of the scoring. NOTE: Acceptance is based on successful competition of the student's grade and having met all areas of criteria for audition process. Media Communications Grades 9-12 only Prior to audition, students will access BAVPA Media Communications Audition Course on Schoology and complete Task 1: Personal Survey and Task 2: Creative Writing located in the "Step 1: Audition Tasks" folder. Students may also bring a hard copy of answers if preferred. No previous media experience necessary, only the desire to be curious, creative, kind, and productive! During their in-person audition, the student will be interviewed on-camera. Example questions include: What motivates you? How would your classmates describe you? What interests you in media/movies/audio/photography/editing/etc? How do you manage disagreements with people? What's an idea that you would like to make into a project while in this department? How would you approach creative writing each morning? If you have any specific questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our department teachers, Dave Riffel and Asha Glorioso . Technical Theatre Technical Theatre & Maintenance ( Grade 9 – 12 I.E.P. Students only) Students must write an essay, in advance, answering the questions below. The essay will be submitted at the audition/interview. It is preferable that the essay is typed, although it is not required. Be prepared to discuss your essay at the interview. Technical Theatre & Maintenance Essay: (Must include your name, age and current grade) Give the title of a play, a movie, or a live stage production that you have seen that stands out in your mind. Describe in detail some of the scenery, props, or special effects that were used to make the performance realistic or memorable. Discuss any personal hobbies or activities that you enjoy. Write a description of something you have constructed or built. Include photographs if you have them. Theatre Arts Students must perform a memorized 1 – 3 minute monologue. A monologue is a long Speech spoken by one character in a play and reveals thoughts and feelings. The monologue is chosen by the student and is memorized prior to the audition. Bookstores such as Barnes & Noble, as well as the Public Library are sources for monologues. Orator’s speeches, essays, and poems are not allowed. At least one copy of the Monologue must be brought to the audition. Monologues may also be found online. The monologue will be performed for two instructors and will not be delivered in front of a large audience. Costumes or props are not necessary or required. Dance (Classical Ballet & Modern) Requirements for both our elementary/high programs and our high school program are very similar in nature. Students do not have to prepare a separate dance solo for the audition. If the student has a solo prepared from a recital or performance event and would like to share it with the dance faculty they may do so at the conclusion of the audition. Students are evaluated on their performance in an abbreviated classical ballet and modern technique class, as well as an improvisation section. The caliber and skill level being taught at the audition will be more advanced for our high school students. Each applicant will also be asked a series of questions at the beginning and end of the audition. The auditions are led and evaluated by our dance faculty. Students should report on time to the audition; have eaten a light breakfast, come well rested, properly prepared and ready to fully participate in all sections of the audition class. Failure to participate in all sections will have a negative impact on your audition. Female Attire: Leotard and tights (without feet) Hair pulled back neatly off the neck and out of face and eyes NO t-shirts, sweatpants, sweatshirts, or street clothes If you do not own a leotard and tights, please wear snug fitting black leggings and a form fitting tank top. Male Attire: Form fitting black or white tank/t-shirt Form fitting compression pants/shorts Please do not bring into the audition room: Jewelry or things of value, electronic devices, etc Cell phones must be turned off during the audition process Accompanying parents/guardians will not be allowed to watch the audition. Auditioning students will be escorted to the dance studio while parents/guardians remain in the cafeteria. In order for your application to be complete and to be officially accepted: Students must have a physician's clearance stating their ability to fully participate without physical restriction in every aspect of our dance curriculum. Student Placement School Applications completed and submitted. Please be reminded, there are two (2) different application forms from our Admissions Department - Elementary 5-8 which consists of 3 pages, numbered 6, 7, and 8 or High School 9-12 which consists of 3 pages, numbered 3, 4, and 5. Both require Teacher Evaluation and Recommendation Forms. Student report cards Full report card from the previous school year Current report card from present school year If you have any specific questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to the department head, Nicole Jones . Music (Band, String Ensembles & Vocal) Students may audition for either vocal or instrumental music. However, once accepted, music students in grade 5-8 will learn to sing and play and instrument. Vocal and instrumental students should work with their music teacher to prepare their music auditions. On the day of your audition, in addition to your major requirements specific to your instrument/voice, you will be asked to identify both pitch and rhythmic notation examples. You will also hear several pitches on the piano and be asked to sing them on a generic syllable (i.e. la, du, or ah ) to demonstrate aural skills. If you do not have a music class/music teacher to assist you in preparing for your audition, please follow our audition prep YouTube videos. They feature specifics for every level of preparation. Bring your audition musical instrument with you if you are able. If you have any questions regarding audition materials and requirements, please contact the appropriate department: Band: Alexander Hughes and Corey Talford Guitar: Jared Tinkham Orchestra: Ana Vafai Vocal: Jennie Billera and Lauriann Stephan Instrumental - Band Grades 5-6 (You will be required to perform the following) : 1. Performance Piece: • Choose two short pieces or one solo piece appropriate for your playing level. (It is recommended you ask your music teacher to help you choose your audition music) 2. Percussion: • Choose one piece of music appropriate for your playing level • If you play drum-set, demonstrate at least 1 style of playing Grades 7-9 (You will be required to perform the following) : 1. Performance Piece: • Choose one solo piece of music appropriate for your playing level. 2. Percussion: • Choose one piece of music appropriate for your playing level ○ If you play drum-set, demonstrate at least 2 styles (i.e. Latin, Swing, etc.) Grades 10-12 (You will be required to perform the following) : 1. Performance Piece: • Choose one piece of music that shows us your very best playing. (It is recommended you ask your music teacher to help you choose your audition music) 2. Percussion: • Choose one piece of music appropriate for your playing level. • If you play drum-set, demonstrate at least 3 styles (i.e. Latin, Swing, etc.) Instrumental- Guitar All of the guitar ensembles perform primarily as a classical guitar ensemble (similar to a string orchestra). Students are taught to perform using classical finger-style (p-i-m-a fingerings). You will also learn additional guitar specific components, such as reading TAB, performing singer-songwriter songs, performing electric guitar pieces, improvisation, and more. However, much emphasis is put on the students being able to fluently read and perform from standard notation. Grades 5-6 (You will be required to perform the following) : • “Ode to Joy” with a steady tempo and correct rhythms. • All circled chords included in the audition materials (see Website or contact BAVPA). • Demonstrate use of finger picking (pima) and regular picking. • Email Mr. Tinkham to receive a digital copy of the audition materials Grades 7-9 (You will be required to perform the following) : • “Bouree in E-” with a steady tempo and correct rhythms (no repeats). • All circled chords included in the audition materials (see Website or contact BAVPA). • Demonstrate use of finger picking (pima) and regular picking. • Email Mr. Tinkham to receive a digital copy of the audition materials Grades 10-12 (You will be required to perform the following) : • “Snowflight” with a steady tempo and correct rhythms. Use p-i-m for fingerings. • All major/minor barre chords in any key/position included in the audition materials (see Website or contact BAVPA). • Demonstrate use of finger picking (pima) and regular picking. • Email Mr. Tinkham to receive a digital copy of the audition materials. Instrumental - Orchestra Grades 5-6 (You will be required to perform the following) : • Performance Piece – Choose one piece or excerpt from a piece appropriate for your playing level. Grades 7-9 (You will be required to perform the following) : • Performance Piece – Choose one piece from a piece appropriate for your playing level. Grades 10-12 (You will be required to perform the following) : • Performance Piece – Choose one piece and one excerpt from a contrasting piece appropriate for your playing level. Vocal Grades 5-6 (You will be required to perform the following) : • Performance Piece - Perform a piece of your choice at an appropriate singing level and in an appropriate range that best showcases your voice and a piece from the list below. Vocal Audition Repertoire List: o Happy Birthday o 1 verse of a Disney song OR a song from a musical Grades 7-12 (You will be required to perform the following) : • Performance Piece - Perform a piece of your choice at an appropriate singing level and in an appropriate range that best showcases your voice and a piece from the list below. Vocal Audition Repertoire List: o Lift Every Voice and Sing - (Entire 1st verse ending with “Til victory is won”) o Amazing Grace (Entire 1st verse ending with “Blind but now I see”) o The Star-Spangled Banner Visual Arts Students must bring a portfolio of artwork to the auditions even after they have submitted on Schoology. They may bring more than the required 10 works if they have additional work they would like to show us. Suggestions of what to include in your portfolio can be found at our school website: https://www.buffaloartsacademy.org/admissions-process. Students should also bring their sketchbooks if they use them. Digital artwork is welcome, however it should not comprise the entire portfolio, and needs to be accompanied by time-lapse of the student working. On the day of the audition students will do a still-life drawing that will become a permanent part of their audition materials. On the day of the audition, students will speak with one of one of our art teachers about their portfolio and overall interest and experiences with art.

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Top of Page PROM SENIORS IN ACTON GRADUATION PHOTOS BABY PICS GRADUATION VIDEO CLASS DAY SENIOR SUPERLATVES C LASS OF 2022 CELEBRATION Xyairea Adams TECHNICAL THEATER Sierra Albino VISUAL ART Senior Quote: "THERE WILL BE A TIME WHEN WE MUST CHOOSE BETWEEN WHAT IS EASY AND WHAT IS RIGHT" - A. DUMBLEDORE Anabel Anthony MUSIC - VOCAL Senior Quote: “THEY ASKED ME WHO IS YOUR IDOL, I TOLD THEM ANABEL ANTHONY SHE IS THE GOAT.” Arzjon Betton THEATRE Senior Quote: "WE FALL. WE BREAK. WE FAIL. BUT THEN WE RISE. WE HEAL. WE OVERCOME." Lily Beyer VISUAL ART Senior Quote: “DROP YOUR SOCKS AND GRAB YOUR CROCS ITS ABOUT TO GET WET ON THIS RIDE” -TONY STARK Jackson Brown-Farrow MUSIC - BAND Senior Quote: "I KNEW I HAD IMMENSE ATTACHMENT ISSUES WHEN I COULDN'T REFRAIN FROM THINKING ABOUT THE CUTE HOMELESS GUY THAT THREW ME A COMPLIMENT AFTER I CHASED HIM FOR 20 MILES, GAVE HIM FOOD, AND PET HIS DOG." Kevin Burris MUSIC - BAND Senior Quote: “I AIN’T SCARED OF LOSING, I’M MORE AFRAID OF HAVING THE WRONG PEOPLE AROUND ME WHILE I’M WINNING.” Jakai Calhoun MUSIC - VOCAL Claire Calteaux DANCE Senior Quote: “STUDY HARD BUT PARTY HARDER”- SNOOKI Abianys Milet Cirino Calderon DANCE Senior Quote: “ I JUST FINALLY KNOW WHAT I HAVE TO DO. AND I KNOW IN MY HEART THAT IT’S RIGHT.” - TONY STARK, IRON MAN Danasia Clark VISUAL ART Greg Coley MEDIA COMMUNICATION Aaliyah Daniels MUSIC - VOCAL Senior Quote: “DESTINED FOR GREATNESS” Lizmarie Diaz MUSIC - VOCAL Senior Quote: "MUSIC GIVES A SOUL TO THE UNIVERSE, WINGS TO THE MIND, FLIGHT TO THE IMAGINATION, AND LIFE TO EVERYTHING" Zackina Dickson MUSIC - VOCAL Rachel Dillard VISUAL ART Senior Quote: I SWEAR I DIDN'T GO TO JAIL Iyana Dixon MEDIA COMMUNICATION Senior Quote: “I CAN’T CRY ABOUT HAVING A LOT ON MY PLATE IF MY GOAL WAS TO EAT” Jarnae Edgerton MEDIA COMMUNICATION Senior Quote: “I USUALLY WEAR A CROWN, BUT TODAY THIS CAP WILL DO” Helga Mae Enoc VISUAL ART Na'Ima Flores DANCE Senior Quote: "DREAMS CAN’T COME TRUE UNTIL YOU WAKE UP…" Alyssa Giambelluca MEDIA COMMUNICATION Senior Quote: "HERE'S TO A NEW BEGINNING" Madison Gibbs MUSIC - STRING ENSEMBLE Senior Quote: "8 YEARS LATER..." ~ SPONGEBOB NARRATOR Autumn Giordano THEATRE Senior Quote: “LIFE ISN’T ABOUT WAITING FOR THE STORM TO PASS, IT’S ABOUT LEARNING TO DANCE IN THE RAIN- VIVIAN GREENE” Fletcher Gonzalez MEDIA COMMUNICATION Senior Quote: "WHATEVER HAPPENS, HAPPENS." Taniya Grant DANCE Autumn Green MEDIA COMMUNICATION Senior Quote: "THE WORLD HAS ALWAYS BEEN LIKE A COMIC BOOK WORLD TO ME.” - STAN LEE Ibn-Abdul Halim MUSIC - BAND Senior Quote: “I DIDN’T KNOW I WAS MAKING MEMORIES. I WAS JUST HAVING FUN.” Liana Harris DANCE Senior Quote: “I DON’T KNOW ABOUT YOU, BUT I’M FEELING CLASS OF ‘22.” Sky Heitman TECHNICAL THEATER Dreana Henry THEATRE SERGEANT-AT-ARMS Senior Quote: "I DIDN'T PEAK IN HIGH SCHOOL, I'M STILL OUT HERE GETTIN' CUTER" -JACK HARLOW Hailey Herring MUSIC - BAND Senior Quote: “MAY THE ODDS FOREVER BE IN YOUR FAVOR” -HUNGER GAMES Makell Hunley MEDIA COMMUNICATION Senior Quote: “SIR, I WAS FIGHTING FOR MY LIFE” -MIKE TYSON Dexter James VISUAL ART Mikayla James MUSIC - VOCAL Senior Quote: "WILL HAPPEN. HAPPENING. HAPPENED." D'Myah Jefferson TECHNICAL THEATER Senior Quote: “A COMFORT ZONE IS A BEAUTIFUL PLACE BUT YOU WILL NEVER GROW THERE.” Elijah Jones-Pouncey TECHNICAL THEATER Avery Alexander Jones MUSIC - VOCAL Senior Quote: "THE WORLD WILL SOON KNOW MY NAME, AS ONE OF THE GREATEST ENTERTAINERS OF ALL TIME." Nailah Kent MUSIC - STRING ENSEMBLE Senior Quote: “WE DON’T REMEMBER THE DAYS, WE REMEMBER THE MOMENTS.” Yaileen Kren Colon MUSIC - STRING ENSEMBLE Senior Quote: "AND NOW, LET THE WILD RUMPUS START!" Catherine Krug-O'Connor THEATRE Senior Quote: "HAPPIER THAN EVER TO FINALLY SAY GOODBYE." Maya Lamacchia-Beeny MUSIC - BAND Senior Quote: “SERENITY NOW” -FRANK COSTANZA Lydianis Lopez VISUAL ART Senior Quote: "REMEMBER THAT NO MATTER HOW COOL YOU THINK YOU MAY BE, YOU’RE NOT COOL ENOUGH TO LOOK DOWN ON ANYONE…EVER." Zion Lucas THEATRE Senior Quote: “ARE YOU IN TOUCH WITH ALL OF YOUR DARKEST FANTASIES? HAVE YOU CREATED A LIFE FOR YOURSELF WHERE YOU CAN EXPERIENCE THEM? 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Principal Message SENIORS Class of 2024 Class of 2022 Grade 8 Class of 2023 Grade 7 Grade 6 Grade 5 Staff Sports ARTS Majors Candids Web Site Menu VICTORY OVER ADVERSITY 2020-2021 Virtual Yearbook LOVINGLY DEDICATED TO OUR FRONTLINE WORKERS Nurse Donovan THANK YOU for all you do to keep BAVPA Safe, Clean, & Healthy! Be Able to have Victory and Power over Adversity Greetings to the Class of 2021 and the Arts Academy family! We have made it through another school year of having to adjust our lives around the challenges presented by the pandemic. What I find most remarkable is that this also marks another year where the strength and resilience of our students have shown the tremendous ability to overcome insurmountable obstacles towards success. Seniors, you truly exemplify what it means to “Be Able to have Victory and Power over Adversity.” One can only imagine what the next months and years will have in store, however, what I am certain about is the capacity that each of you has in mastering what your heart desires for life. You may have plans to attend college, or pursue a career in the military, or join the workforce after high school. Whatever your plans are you have been undoubtedly equipped to take on the demands of committing to your goals. There’s no better time than now to reflect on your momentous accomplishments as BAVPA alumni, no matter how big or how small during your tenure at the Arts Academy. As you begin your journey as a young adult I encourage you to start with a focus on what’s in your immediate control. Build your home-court advantage by taking care of your physical, mental, and social-emotional well-being. Know the importance of personal accountability and the responsibility you owe to your neighbor-that being the person that is in need. Look to use your talent to uplift positivity in your community and in the lives of others. Discover the magic in your words by sharing sentiments that show that you care and that listening with an open mind matters most. Challenge yourself to pay attention to others while mastering your future aspirations. Thank you for not giving up; for staying the course with teachers, and for adapting to new ways of learning. I urge you to enjoy life and to continue dancing, singing, drawing, acting, building, journaling, communicating, and playing your song! On behalf of the Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts’ administration, teachers, support staff, and partners we CONGRATULATE YOU on a job well-done Class of 2021! Ms. J. Covington, Principal Principal's Message Principal's Message ENTER HERE FOR the CELEBRATION OF THE CLASS OF 2021 SENIORS High School CLASS PICTURES Class of 2022 Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Class of 2024 MIDDLE SCHOOL Grade 8 8th Grade Class Pictures Maddison Alvarado Antonette Arrington Jasmyn Barlow William Aytch Marquevious Bradley Madalyn Berti Michael Bradley Kendall Bragg Briah Burney Ava Catanzaro Niyama Choczynski Natalie Colston Nylah Costner Cathlynn Dussault Jarielys Gaymon Meccah Gibson Myshaakan Gibson Harmony Goggins Anisa Jeader Nyasia Lott Clementine McPhail Arianna Negron Melodie Millspaugh Gavin O'Mahen Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 5 NOT PICTURED Administration, Faculty & Staff Staff Ms. Jody Covington, Principal Follow the link below to read the Principal's Message. Mr. J Welka, Assistant Principal Celeste Watson Ms. Jody Covington, Principal Follow the link below to read the Principal's Message. 1/42 DEDICATIONS To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. ATHLETICS Sports Your School News ARTS Majors CLICK HERE TO SEE STUDENT PRODUCTION & NEWS Candids from the Hallways & Classrooms Candids HOME ABOUT ARTS ACADEMY New Page New Page Arts Academy in the News CALENDAR ADMISSION & AUDITIONS ADMISSION & AUDITIONS New Page OPEN HOUSE New Page High School Program Middle School Program About Library Resources THE ARTS Media Communication Music Dance Theatre Arts Technical Theater Visual Arts ON STAGE CLASS OF 2022 New Page Arts On The Wire Student Blog STUDENT LIFE New Page New Page New Page New Page Distinguished Alumni New Page New Page Class of 2023 New Page National Young Artists Foundation YEAR BOOK 2021 Class of 2021 Staff Directory PARENTS CONTACT US FAQ QUICK LINKS Search Results Web Site Menu

Find application and admissions information here. Grade 5-8 Auditions Saturday, November 15th 7:45 AM-12 PM Saturday, November 22nd 7:45 AM-12 PM Middle School Student Profile Form BPS Elementary/Middle School Application For more information regarding grade 5-8 auditions, please contact the school at 716-816-4220 or email info@buffaloartsacademy.org Grade 9-12 Auditions Saturday, October 18th 7:45 AM-12 PM Saturday, October 25th 7:45 AM-12 PM High School Student Profile Form BPS High School Application For more information regarding grade 9-12 auditions, please contact the school at 716-816-4220 or email info@buffaloartsacademy.org APPLIQUER AU BAVPA Choisissez le département auquel vous postulerez (voir ci-dessous) Remplissez le formulaire de placement de district du BPS (bientôt disponible) Rubrique Scoring: Audition 70%, Bilan 25%, Formulaire de recommandation 5% AUDITION PROCEDURES Open call auditions are open for the 2026 -2027 year. Please contact our school phone number (716-816-4220) to set up an audition for potential students or email info@buffaloartsacademy.org . Students must submit a "Student Profile Form" (labeled as "Middle School Student Profile Form" for Grades 5-8 and "High School Student Profile Form" for Grades 9-12 Auditions above). All potential incoming students must complete a BPS High School Application or BPS Elementary Application . Recommendation and Teacher Evaluation Forms located in the application must be completed as well. Students should check the Audition Requirements located under the Admissions tab on the school’s website for further explanation of what will be expected of each artistic area and how to prepare for the in-person audition. Students must come to the Arts Academy to complete an In-Person Audition at the school for one of the following artistic areas: Grades 9 – 12 - Dance, Instrumental Music, Media Communications, Theatre, Visual Arts, Vocal Music, and Differentiated Technical Theatre & Maintenance (the DTTM program is only available for students who have an I.E.P. plan). Grade 5 – 8 - Dance, Instrumental Music, Theatre, Visual Arts, and Vocal Music Acceptance Rubric Scoring : Audition: 70% Student's Academic Standing: 25% Teacher Recommendation: 5% Contact our school for further information, 716-816-4220 or email info@buffaloartsacademy.org Cliquez sur les liens du département ci-dessous pour en savoir plus sur la façon de postuler.