News and Updates

ACTvF Earns Top Scores on 2008-2009 Learning Environment Surveys

The results of the NYC DOE's 2008-2009 Learning Environment Surveys of all schools are in and we are proud to report that on academic expectations and communication we received the #1 score of all four-year high schools in NYC!!! On engagement we were number #2 and on safety and respect we were #9. Our survey results were compared to 313 other high schools.

To see our survey results, click here. To compare our survey results to other schools, click here.

Recruitment Begins for the Class of 2014

We have begun recruiting for our next freshmen class. Remember, to be accepted to ACTvF you must attend an open house. For more details about admission, including dates for open houses, click here.

Construction Begins on Sound Stage at ACTvF

In early October, construction began on a film studio which will be housed in ACTvF and used for advanced production courses. In addition to a stage, the studio will include a production office and a carpentry shop to allow for set construction and the management of professional production projects. The ribbon cutting for the new facilities will likely occur during the spring of 2010.

ACTvF Students Win Top Prize for Short Documentary

Congratulations to Jasmine Velez and Crysta Machado who won the top prize for short documentary in the Reel Teens Festival!