Oct. 4, 2024 By Brooklyn Paper Achievement First celebrated a significant milestone on Sept. 27 with the grand opening of its new Linden Middle School building in East New York. The event, held outside of the Pitkin Avenue institution, brought together community stakeholders, families and staff to mark the beginning of a new era…
Sep. 5, 2024 By Barbara Russo-Lennon New York City opened 24 new public schools on Thursday, the first day students returned to the classroom for the new academic year — almost half of them in Brooklyn. The schools, which accommodate grades K through 12, are located across the city. The new buildings come outfitted…
Feb. 22, 2024 By Isabel Song Beer
For the last 10 years, adaptive physical education teacher Michael Gross has fundraised for his students — all to memorialize a fellow educator who went above and beyond for his kids before his tragic passing.
Jan. 12, 2024 By Isabel Song Beer
Brooklynites are mourning the loss of Sister Dolores F. Crepeau, the former principal of several private Catholic schools, who died on Dec. 31 at the age of 74.
May. 9, 2023 By Isabel Song Beer
A Brooklyn charter school has unveiled plans for a new seven-acre campus at the historic Floyd Bennett Field in Southern Brooklyn designated for experiential learning, where students will receive hands-on experience about socioeconomic issues and gain the skills necessary to succeed in future career paths.
Apr. 19, 2023 By Isabel Song Beer
The Brooklyn Friends School (BFS) is opening its doors this summer to educators across New York City to help them better serve their students.