 TOM WYROBA'S LEGACY
"Tom Wyroba's dedication to mentoring young student artists spans over 25 years. His dedication to the visual arts students at New World School of the Arts was unprecedented." These were the words of NWSA Dean of Visual Arts Maggy Cuesta as she solemnly shared the sad news of Mr. Wyroba's passing this weekend. Mr. "Y", as his students lovingly called him, devoted long hours encouraging and guiding students to achieve their highest creative potential. From the beginning he was often heard telling parents how important their support is and for the next four years to be prepared to make the walls of their home an artist studio. He received numerous awards and recognition for the excellence of his students. In 2012 he was awarded the U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts Teacher Award. "There will never be another 'Y'," said Evonne Alvarez, Principal of the NWSA High School. "He was passionate about his students and changed and molded the lives of so many that were fortunate to know him. He will be truly missed by the NWSA Family."  | |
Drawing by Chad Travieso
NWSA Presidential Scholar in the Arts, 2003
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Jeffrey Hodgson, Provost of New World School of the Arts echoed that sentiment when he commented, "The legacy of creativity and passion for the arts that Tom passed on to his students will forever live on through those changed lives. We were lucky to have Tom as part of the New World family and he will be deeply missed.""He leaves a long legacy of student success, evident in the Alumni achievements. His commitment to teaching will be difficult to match," continued dean Cuesta. A memorial will be held this weekend to commemorate the life and work of Mr. "Y". In addition, to continue Tom Wyroba's legacy, the Wyman Scholarship has been established to offer a scholarship to students from NWSA and DASH. Contributions should be made to New World School of the Arts, and sent to NWSA, attention Visual Arts Division, Dean Maggy Cuesta. "Y" A CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR TOM WYROBA
August 30; 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Moore Building
4040 NE 2 Avenue, Miami
Information at 305-237-3620
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DR. DANIEL ANDAI TO LEAD THE MUSIC DIVISION OF NWSA
  New World School of the Arts has selected a new dean to lead its award-winning music program. Dr. Daniel Andai, an internationally acclaimed professor and performer, will begin in his new post this August when classes resume at the renowned arts conservatory. Dr. Andai brings a wealth of artistic, academic and administrative experience to NWSA, having held leadership positions across the nation. As the Dean of Music, Dr. Andai will serve as the chief academic and artistic officer for the Music Division of New World School of the Arts, overseeing administration of both the high school and college programs in Music.
"As an alumn and former violin professor at the New World School of the Arts, I am honored to have the opportunity to once again work with my wonderful colleagues and the talented high school and college students as Dean of Music," says Dr. Andai. "Being a native of the great City of Miami, I am proud of the values NWSA has shared with the community for over a quarter century, and I am committed to inspiring our future graduates to embrace those values and share them with the community for years to come!"
More about Dr. Daniel Andai
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WELCOMING REMARKS FROM NWSA HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
"Welcome Back to the 2014 - 2015 School Year at New World School of the Arts! America's best Visual and Performing Arts Magnet has been preparing a challenging academic curriculum along with the experiential arts program parallel to none. Our teachers and staff are looking forward to a year full of rigorous academic achievement and incredible performances. If you need any assistance throughout the school year, we are here to support you. Please visit the main office, 6th floor of Building 5, or contact us at (305) 237-3135." -- Ms. Alvarez
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WEEKLONG ORIENTATION OFFERS COLLEGE STUDENTS A TASTE OF NWSA
New World School of the Arts just completed a weeklong Orientation full of stimulating activities beginning with Parent Orientation and culminating with a Welcome Back Bash for all NWSA students. It began with Parent Orientation where parents and incoming students had an opportunity to enjoy a delightful continental breakfast, an outstanding performance by faculty and students, and a question and answer session to ease any last minute worries.
The weeklong Orientation included placement exams, division-specific meetings, academic policies and resources presentation, advisement and registration, workshops, yoga, activities led by our student Orientation Leaders, meeting with Foundation Board members and receiving a super cool cap as a gift, a great community service activity at Zoo Miami, a beautiful day at Venetian Pool and a party, not to be soon forgotten, featuring dazzling DJ Leo. Students scrambled all week to make sure they attended all the activities and got their Passport stamped for a chance to win a $500 scholarship. Zoie Rone, Dance, was the lucky winner.
 The Zoo Miami Beautification Project was especially enjoyed by all, as the students contributed by pulling weeds, mulching and planting new trees! You can see by the photos that this was a very enjoyable activity. Two scholarships were raffled after the event and Ashton McWhorter, Theater, and Audrey Mercer, Visual Arts, were the big winners.
Although a very exhausting week, a week full of excitement, learning, contributing, and most of all building new friendships that will last a lifetime! It could be summed up by quoting Johanna Peņa, Visual Arts: "thank you for the wonderful orientation week, it was amazing!!!"
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NATIONAL PORTFOLIO DAY
NWSA Dean of Visual Arts, Maggy Cuesta, explains New World School of the Arts' involvement in the recognized student recruitment organization, National Portfolio Day. The Association consists of representatives from regionally accredited US colleges and universities that are accredited institutional members of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and Canadian colleges and universities that are members of Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC) or that hold NASAD Substantial Equivalency status. NPDA is the only organization of its kind and the membership represent the highest standard of visual arts education available in the United States and Canada.
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THANK YOU, NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS SUPPORTERS
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2012-2013 25 ANNIVERSARY
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Jeffrey Hodgson, D.M.A., Provost
Evonne S. Alvarez, H.S. Principal
Mary Lisa Burns, Dean of Dance
Dr. Daniel Andai, Dean of Music
Patrice Bailey, Dean of Theater
Maggy Cuesta, Dean of Visual Arts
Rita Fidalgo, Administrative Services
Maria M. Flores, Marketing and P.R.
Lourdes Werner, Student Services
Juan Piņera, Information Technology
Rafi Maldonado-Lopez, Development
Sandra Theard, Assistant to Provost
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