Academics

Our instructional focus is problem solving using S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). We strive to meet our core values (P.A.C.K.) of preparedness, acting responsibly, communication, and kindness & cooperation.

We also offer specialized academic support programs such as the Specialized High School Entrance Exam Prep Program and Winter & Spring Break Academies.

Magnet PBL Units - Under Construction!

6th Grade ELA

Teen Activism: Creating Positive Change in our Community: How can we, as innovative activists, create positive change in our South Bronx community?

7th Grade Social Studies

#AmeRev: The Power of Speech & Persuasion in Politics: How can we, as innovative historians, accurately portray the thoughts and feelings of New York colonists leading up to and during the American Revolution?

8th Grade Social Studies

The Consequences of Innovation: WWI & Technology: How did changes in technology during the early 21st century impact the way in which WWI was fought? 

7th Grade Social Studies

Communities Transformed: The South Bronx Today and Long Ago: When outside issues of wealth, power, and morality change the Bronx, how can we, as innovative designers, preserve and celebrate our community’s identity?

6th Grade ELA Enrichment

Building a Better Zoo: Enclosures for Endangered Species: How can we, as innovative designers, protect and conserve endangered animal species.  

6th Grade Social Studies

Walk Like an Ancient Egyptian: How can we, as innovative artists, create a museum exhibition that showcases Ancient Egypt’s greatest contributions in the STEAM fields and their impact on us today?

The Wonders of Ancient China: How can we, as innovative historians, create documentary films that showcases Ancient China’s greatest contributions in the S.T.E.A.M. fields and how those contributions impact our community today? 

8th Grade Social Studies

Monumental History: Redefining Reconstruction: How can we, as innovative historians, design monuments that educate the public about the successes and failures of Reconstruction?

8th Grade ELA

Shine You Light: Composing Music with a Message - A Lincoln Center Education Residency: How can we, as innovative musicians, use lyrics and grooves to create powerful songs with personal and inspirational messages?  

6th Grade

Making McChanges: Calculating the Future of Fast Food: How can we, as innovative mathematicians, use mathematics and food science to create healthy, diverse menus for the fast food restaurants in our neighborhood? 

7th Grade

Technology and How we Communicate: Using Surveys & Statistics: How can we, as innovative mathematicians, assess how technology impacts the ways we communicate and socialize?