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ADMISSIONS UPDATE:
​Application Deadline was 3/18
Lottery will be 4/1
Lottery results out in the mail week of 4/5

​Families who missed 3/18 deadline or applying after the 4/1 lottery may still submit an application through EnrollRI to be considered for the wait list.
 Visit our Admissions Page for more info. 

​MIDTERM EXAMS & CLASS OF 2024 ARTS MAJOR AUDITIONS FEBRUARY 1st - 5th
Monday February 1: 
  • TAPA will run on a Tuesday/Thursday schedule, so students can prepare for midterm exams in Arts and Advisory
Tuesday February 2: 
  • Students in grades 7 and 8: 
  • Must attend two synchronous midterm exams today: 9:30am and 11am
  • Must attend Music auditions today: 1:15-3:30pm
  • Students in grades 9-12: 
  • Must attend advisory from 9-9:30am
  • Must attend at least one teacher’s office hours.
  • Must submit all exams by 11:59pm on Friday February 5.
  • Must attend Music auditions today: 1:15-3:30pm
  • Auditioning students and judges must log in to auditions at 1pm
Wednesday February 3: 
  • Students in grades 7 and 8: 
  • Must attend two synchronous midterm exams today: 9:30am and 11am
  • Must attend Theatre auditions today: 1:15-3:30pm
  • Students in grades 9-12: 
  • Must attend advisory from 9-9:30am
  • Must attend at least one teacher’s office hours.
  • Must submit all exams by 11:59pm on Friday February 5.
  • Must attend Theatre auditions today: 1:15-3:30pm 
  • Auditioning students and judges must log in to auditions at 1pm
Thursday February 4: 
  • Students in grades 7 and 8: 
  • Must attend two synchronous midterm exams today: 9:30am and 11am
  • Must attend Dance auditions today: 1:15-3:30pm
  • Students in grades 9-12: 
  • Must attend advisory from 9-9:30am
  • Must attend at least one teacher’s office hours.
  • Must submit all exams by 11:59pm on Friday February 5.
  • Must attend Dance auditions today: 1:15-3:30pm 
  • Auditioning students and judges must log in to auditions at 1pm
Friday February 5: 
  • Students in grades 7 and 8: 
  • May attend Office Hours if they need to finish/makeup an exam, from 9am-12pm
  • Must attend Film auditions today: 1:15-3:30pm
  • Students in grades 9-12: 
  • Must attend advisory from 9-9:30am
  • Must attend at least one teacher’s office hours.
  • Must submit all exams by 11:59pm on Friday February 5.
  • Must attend Film auditions today: 1:15-3:30pm 
  • Auditioning students and judges must log in to auditions at 1pm
​DAILY EXAM SCHEDULE
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​    ZOOM LINK FOR AUDITIONS 1PM, FEBRUARY 2-5
1. Click the Webinar Link at the indicated time:  ​2. Enter the Webinar Code if prompted: TAPAarts
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3. Wait for the Webinar host to let you in & enjoy the show!
QUICK LINKS
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Poetry Out Loud Competition
Shakespeare Competition
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS @TAPA & COMMUNITY
Afterschool Programs @TAPA
Why should you join an after school program through TAPA? First off, we have a great time. And even though it means a little more screen time each day, it's also a chance to get to hang out and see people we don't get to see during the day. It's low-key and a chance to be creative and free to try different things together. If you have an idea for a club, let us know!
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What: TAPA ELECTRONICS
Who: Mr. Lopez (mr.lopez@tapaprovidence.org)
When: Fridays After-School (3:30 to 4:30)
Where: https://meet.google.com/lookup/gugyuxrqua
Why: In this Club, you'll get to build and design electronics, mixing art with engineering and building. If you are interested in technology, this is a place for you to be. Hit up Mr. Lopez or join the link Friday after school.

What: CREATIVE WRITING STUDIO
Who: Mr. Ricky (mr.strickler@tapaprovidence.org)
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays After-School (3:30 to 4:30)
Where: https://meet.google.com/lookup/cwxikqjumo
Why: In Creative Writing, we work on writing our own poems, songs, and stories. If you sing, rap, tell stories, or just like writing, you should come hang out with us. We give each other feedback to improve our work but also show each other a lot of love. Hope to see you there! 

What: EMPOWERMENT GROUP FOR STUDENTS WHO IDENTIFY AS FEMALE
Who: Ms. Svetlana (ms.goretaya@tapaprovidence.org)
When: Tuesdays After-School (3:30 to 4:30)
Where: https://meet.google.com/yyi-trbb-qeg
Why: The Empowerment Group for students who Identify as Female is a chance to connect with other young female-identifying students at the school and discuss what’s going on in the school and in the world. It is a great way to share space and support each other throughout the year.

What: STUDY GROUP
Who: Ms. Svetlana (ms.goretaya@tapaprovidence.org)
When: Wednesdays After-School (3:30 to 4:30)
Where: https://meet.google.com/cdu-fvco-pkb
Why: This group is a chance to unwind at the end of the day, talk through how things went, and get some work done together if you want to. It’s low pressure and the first goal is keep our stress levels low by supporting one another. 
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@New Urban Arts
If you are a Providence-area high school student, you are eligible to participate in New Urban Arts’ free after-school arts programs. Registration is open year-round. New Urban Arts is a space that is free of cliques, turf, and discrimination.
@RISD Museum
VIRTUAL ART & DESIGN LAB FOR TEENS
The Museum's weekly virtual drop-in sessions for teens are once again running on Fridays from 3-5pm. The theme is "Paper Arts Social" -- all folks need to participate is something to draw with and wanting to connect with other artsy people. These are relaxed sessions where we provide some themes and prompts, it's more like a drawing club than a formal class.
Here is the zoom link (it is the same every week)
https://risd.zoom.us/j/95655757128?pwd=YU1pZkl0emhHcWJuT3JKVXZ1SjdBZz09
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@YMCA
Join the Providence Youth Services team for a variety
​of fun and enriching in person Middle School after school programs at the 21 Peace Street, 6th Floor in Providence.
Power Scholars ($10/wk)
Open Meal Sites

​inMusic Beats Academy (free) - 6 week digital course which teaches aspiring musicians more about recording aspect of the industry. Anyone interested in signing up for the next session should contact Kobi Dennis, kdennis@gpymca.org
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Check out the WPRI clip about the program featuring TAPA's own Eliah Peña and Jasmine Jett who graduated from the Beats Academy!
@Providence Public Library
VIRTUAL TEEN LEARNING LOUNGE
Help with research, writing, resumes, job searches, interview skills, and probably other things, too. Just ask!
Who: Teens in grades 9 - 12.
When: Tuesday and Thursday, 3 - 5 pm, January 26 - May 11, 2021
Where: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 3-5pm on Zoom
How: To schedule an appointment: Email teensquad@provlib.org or text (401) 919-3693

TEEN SQUAD Rhode Coders 2.0
Learn the Code Behind the Game Have you ever wondered how games like Angry Birds and Bejeweled were created? The staff will help you dig into the code, learn JavaScript, and ultimately learn how to build your own computer game.
Who: Teens in grades 9 - 12. No experience needed but if you have some, we'll welcome you too.
When: Tuesday and Thursday, 3 - 5 pm, January 26 - May 11, 2021
Where: Providence Public Library - 150 Empire Street, Providence, RI 02903*
 *All classes will be held virtually over Zoom.
How: REGISTER AT: RIDE.GOSIGNMEUP.COM

TEEN SQUAD Data Navigators 2.0: Data Navigators 
In today's world, data rules. It's used to navigate pandemics, forecast hurricanes, predict presidential elections, evaluate basketball players, and more. In this course you'll learn how to organize and manipulate data to find trends and make predictions
Who: Teens in grades 9 - 12. No experience needed but if you have some, we'll welcome you too.
When: Monday and Wednesday, 3 - 5 pm, January 25 - May 12, 2021
Where: Providence Public Library - 150 Empire Street, Providence, RI 02903*
 *All classes will be held virtually over Zoom.
How: REGISTER AT: RIDE.GOSIGNMEUP.COM

Earn a Work Stipend & High School Credit Learn Workforce Development Skills for both  TEEN SQUAD Programming: Through The Spring 2021 program, participants in grades 9 - 12 have the opportunity to earn .5 of a high school credit through the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE)'s Advanced Coursework Network initiative. Participants will also receive a stipend of $350 for their completion of the program and will receive workforce development training throughout.
Get in Touch Contact teensquad@provlib.org for more details on how to get started.
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@FirstWorks
FREE performing arts afterschool enrichment course offered as part of RIDE's (Rhode Island Dept. of Education) All Course Network Initiative
Zoom course meets on Tuesdays & Thursdays, Feb. 23-May 6, 3:30-5 PM
This virtual afterschool program connects students with artists, nonprofit and production professionals. Students will explore potential career pathways while developing modes of creative self-expression, learning directly from a new artist or arts professional each week. The course will include elements of financial and arts business management and various creative disciplines spanning music, dance, theatre, vocals, arts management, stagecraft, and costume design. Individual and group projects will result in a capstone project. Learn more and register here.
@CityArts!
FREE AFTER-SCHOOL ARTS EDUCATION AND CARE
Providence ¡CityArts! offers classes in visual arts, design, music, dance, digital media, theatre, and creative writing for youth ages 8-14. All of our classes are free, with registration required. Enrollment is first come first serve and happens on our REGISTRATION DAYS.  We offer fall, winter, and spring sessions during the school year. Our programs take place at our Broad Street Studios facility: 891 Broad Street, Providence, Rhode Island.
TAPA proudly coordinates it's Grade 9-12 Athletics with Central High School.  TAPA's contact for questions regarding sports is Mr. MacMannis, mr.macmannis@tapaprovidence.org.
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WINTER & SPRING SPORTS

FOOTBALL is tentatively set to start FEBRUARY 22nd pending Governor approval

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL is set to start MARCH 1st
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Students must have a completed sports packet, All sport expectations covid permission slip, and a copy of their current physical.  Physicals are good for 1 year.

All other SPRING SPORTS are looking to start APRIL 26th
The spring sports will include: 
Softball
Baseball
Girls & Boys Outdoor Track
Boys Volleyball
Boys Tennis
Wrestling

​Click here for the PDF version of the SPORTS PACKET
Click here for the PDF version of the COVID PERMISSION SLIP