John MacLean, Woodlands High School WISE mentor, taught his students to “think WISE-like.” For 26 years, John served as an enthusiastic WISE mentor, encouraging his students to always be on the lookout for opportunities to connect and network with people … Continue reading
Congratulations to Andrew Courtney, WISE co-founder, inspiring mentor to many, and member of the WISE Board of Directors. Andrew was honored as one of 50 top local artists by ArtsWestchester on April 16, 2015. Andrew’s vision for meaningful student learning … Continue reading
We are grateful to New Rochelle High School for being such gracious hosts for the 2014 WISE Coordinators Forum. Educators and students from 13 high schools gathered for a lively exchange of ideas and best practices. A live performance by … Continue reading
Spotlight on WISE Students WISE Student Coordinators shared their experiences at the April 3 Coordinators Forum. Their diverse experiences all show a learning journey leading to self-confidence, pride and excitement for the future. “I sew things” Brianna Warner, a senior … Continue reading
By David L. Marcus Fans of WISE Services gathered in Tarrytown, NY on Oct. 24 to celebrate 40 years of liberating high school kids from senioritis and opening school doors to the real world. The keynote speaker, Andrew Ross Sorkin, … Continue reading
Alumna Kia Darling-Hammond sent this email message to WISE Founder, Vic Leviatin, in advance of the April 3rd Coordinator’s Forum: Dear Vic, It was lovely to speak with you yesterday! It’s hard to believe that two entire decades have passed … Continue reading
Regent Harry Phillips, III delivered an inspiring keynote address about his belief in WISE as a transformative experience in today’s schools during the WISE Services Coordinators Forum at New Rochelle High School on April 3rd. Phillips has an extraordinary passion … Continue reading
I had always enjoyed playing piano growing up and was half-way decent, but also (kind of) knew I wasn’t going to be a professional. Not least because a piano teacher had the gall to tell me in 10th grade “you’ve … Continue reading
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