Cosmetology Science and Entrepreneurship Program at Queens Preparatory Academy
Introducing the Cosmetology Science and Entrepreneurship at Queens Preparatory Academy
The Cosmetology Science and Entrepreneurship program a Queens Preparatory Academy integrates cosmetology training with scientific principles and entrepreneurial skills, providing students with a comprehensive education in beauty, health, and business. The curriculum is designed for those who are passionate about the appearance enhancement industry and aspire to not only excel in cosmetology but also understand the science behind the techniques and launch their own businesses.
Graduates of the program can pursue various career paths, including:
Salon or spa owner
Appearance enhancement consultant
Product development specialist
Skincare specialist
Freelance cosmetologist
Skills Include:
- Cosmetology Science
- Practical Cosmetology Skills
- Entrepreneurship Education
- Certifications and Licensing Preparation
- Hands-On Experience
This program offers a balanced education in both the scientific and business aspects of cosmetology, equipping students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the dynamic beauty industry.
Business Management & CyberSecurity Program at Queens Preparatory Academy
Business Management & CyberSecurity Program at Queens Preparatory Academy
Students choosing this pathway will engage in Curriculum that will deepen their understanding and learning in the area of Business. They will be exposed to learning that will allow them to prepare themselves to compete in the world of work in Business Management as part of their Post Secondary Planning.
Courses will include:
- Introduction to Business & Marketing
- Business Communications
- Business Management
- Business & Entrepreneurship
QPA'S CyberSecurity Program
- This pathway has been developed over the last 2 years at Queens Preparatory Academy. We are starting our third year of articulation with this Pathway.This pathway includes presently:
- Technology Courses being offered at Queens Preparatory Academy include:
- Introduction to Computer Science
- CompTIA
CyberSecurity Course Include:
- Computer Science Discoveries
- CompTIA Network+ Preparation
- CompTIA Security+ Preparation
- Cybersecurity Practicum
August 2025 Regents Examination Schedule
Admissions
We are overjoyed that you are interested in Queens Preparatory Academy!
Please click the link below for the NYC Department of Education's Choices Enrollment webpage for more information. If you have questions about enrollment at Queens Preparatory Academy, you can do one of the following:
For more information please contact our:
Parent Coordinator: Abigail Hooper
Phone (718) 712-2304 extension 3223
Email: ahooper@schools.nyc.gov
or
Community Associate: Vondra Calhoun
Phone (718) 712-2304 extension 3095
Email: vcalhoun@schools.nyc.gov
Some programs we offer:
NFTE STARTUP TECH & ENTRENEURSHIP
A blended learning tech-entrepreneurship course where scholars design ways to improve their community and build digital solutions using coding with MIT App Inventor and evolve an innovative solution to a problem into a validated business opportunity.
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING & CYBER SECURITY
Scholars delved into app development, web design and programming in the fields of engineering & cyber security.
AP FOR ALL
We offer 8 College Board Advanced Placement courses that include: AP Calculus, AP English and Composition, AP Computer Science.
2025-2026 School Calendar
| Date | Weekday | Event |
|---|---|---|
| September 4 | Thursday | First day of school |
| September 11 | Thursday | Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for elementary schools and Pre-K Centers |
| September 18 | Thursday | Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for middle schools and D75 schools |
| September 23–24 | Tuesday–Wednesday | Rosh Hashanah, schools closed |
| September 25 | Thursday | Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for high schools, K–12, and 6–12 schools |
| October 2 | Thursday | Yom Kippur, schools closed |
| October 13 | Monday | Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples' Day, schools closed |
| October 20 | Monday | Diwali, schools closed |
| November 4 | Tuesday | Election Day; students do not attend school |
| November 6 | Thursday | Afternoon and Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for elementary schools; students in these schools dismissed three hours early |
| November 11 | Tuesday | Veterans Day, schools closed |
| November 13 | Thursday | Afternoon and Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for middle schools and D75; students in these schools dismissed three hours early |
| November 20 | Thursday | Afternoon and Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for high schools, K–12 and 6–12 schools |
| November 21 | Friday | Afternoon Parent-Teacher Conferences for high schools, K–12 and 6–12 schools; students in these schools dismissed three hours early |
| November 27–28 | Thursday–Friday | Thanksgiving Recess, schools closed |
| December 24–January 1 | Wednesday–Thursday | Winter Recess, schools closed |
| January 19 | Monday | Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, schools closed |
| January TBD | TBD | Regents Administration |
| January TBD | TBD | Professional Development Day for high schools and 6–12 schools; students in these schools do not attend |
| January TBD | TBD | Spring Semester begins |
| February 16–20 | Monday–Friday | Midwinter Recess, schools closed |
| March 5 | Thursday | Afternoon and Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for elementary schools and Pre-K Centers; students in these schools dismissed three hours early |
| March 12 | Thursday | Afternoon and Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for middle schools and D75 schools; students in these schools dismissed three hours early |
| March 18 | Wednesday | Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for high schools, K–12 and 6–12 schools |
| March 19 | Thursday | Afternoon Parent-Teacher Conferences for high schools, K-12 and 6-12 schools; students in these schools dismissed three hours early |
| March 20 | Friday | Eid al-Fitr, schools closed |
| April 2–10 | Thursday–Friday | Spring Recess schools closed |
| May 7 | Thursday | Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for elementary schools and Pre-K Centers |
| May 14 | Thursday | Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for middle schools and D75 schools |
| May 21 | Thursday | Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for high schools, K–12, and 6–12 schools |
| May 25 | Monday | Memorial Day, schools closed |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha, schools closed |
| June 4 | Thursday | Anniversary Day/Chancellor's Conference Day for staff development; students do not attend |
| June 5 | Friday | Clerical Day for elementary schools, middle schools, K-12 schools, and standalone D75 programs; students in these schools do not attend |
| June TBD | TBD | Regents Administration |
| June 19 | Friday | Juneteenth, schools closed |
| June 26 | Friday | Last day of school for students |
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/calendar/2025-2026-school-year-calendar
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DOE's GAMA System:
Our school is using the new Grade, Attendance and Messaging Applications (GAMA): We are happy to inform you that the DOE has launched a centralized system for attendance reporting, grading, and messaging. It is very important that your NY Schools Account is active so that you have access to GAMA. Parents, be sure that your NY Schools Account (NYCSA) is activated so that you will have access to GAMA.
