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NYC iSchool

131 Avenue Of The Americas Manhattan, NY 10013
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131 Avenue Of The Americas
Manhattan, NY 10013
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On WNYC Jul 05, 1:01 PM
Preparing for College by Studying Time Management

By Beth Fertig

The transition from high school to college is difficult for almost every student. But the Opportunity Network says its low-income students from New York City are especially vulnerable because they are often the first members of their family to go to college. The program scheduled a summer boot camp to give them a taste of what to expect. Read More »
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How much have you spent this year on your child's school or school-related activities?
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Top Response By Layne Julien
A reasonable question to add to the one suggested here is -- how much have your kids' teachers paid out-of-pocket this year for classroom supplies? Maybe it's not an issue … Read More »
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On WNYC May 24, 2:40 PM
At a Tech-Savvy School, Smart Questions About City's New Social Media Policy

By Beth Fertig

The city's new social media guidelines for teachers shouldn't cause too many changes, according to tech-savvy educators at the NYC iSchool. But they do wonder about some online games and about the potential for scaring nervous teachers away from tools that can open their classrooms. Read More »
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Posted By Howard Egger-Bovet
Mr. Howard Egger-Bovet

With You Tube's gathering of educational videos, take a look at the work on American history at: http://www.findthefunproducti.... (clips on you tube like: Vassals Hassles) All original, original songs, puppetry, live action. Also, for high school audiences, check out the hip-hop videos on complex human issues at: http://www.understandus.virb.com. … Read More »

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First Bell Dec 16, 8:10 AM
A Call for Parent Power. Real Power.

By Mary Ann Giordano

At a City Council hearing on parent involvement, parents were not shy about saying that they do not feel that they are as much of a priority as is frequently stated by Education Department officials, given they have no real say on the Panel for Educational Policy, the community education councils or in school closings. Read More »
How can parents be encouraged to get more involved in their child's education?
  • Performance8 Above Average
  • Satisfaction 6 Average
  • Diversity 8 Above Average
8/9 Key indicators of this school's performance, including test scores and graduation rates. View All Data »
Performance Statistics
Regents English
93%
Above Average
Regents Mathematics
88%
Above Average
Regents Science
96%
Above Average
Regents History
78%
Above Average
10-Credit Rate
96%
Above Average
Weighted Diploma Rate 216.2 / 350
Average
Regents Completion 84.9 / 100
Above Average
Needs Index
LowHigh
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More about NYC iSchool

Population 433 students
School Type High
Grades 9th-12th
2012 Progress
Report		 B
Avg. Attendance Rate 95%
Language Classes
  • Spanish
Program Highlights
  • Advisory
  • Online Courses
  • Field Work
  • Multi-Disciplinary Instruction
  • Real-World Problem-Based Learning
Cultural & Arts Partners)
  • Manhattan School of Music
  • Wingspan Arts
Higher Education Partnerships
  • Teachers College Columbia University
  • New York University (NYU)
Non-Profit Opportunities
  • Vision Education
Corporate Partners
  • Cisco Systems
Sports
  • Basketball
  • Track
  • Volleyball
  • Bowling
  • Cheerleading
  • Softball
  • Baseball
  • Handball
  • Cross Country
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