Dear BCS Families, At BCS we know that the quality of relationships between students, staff, parents and caregivers contributes in important ways to the success of our school community. We value those relationships above all and it is our aim to continue to build and strengthen them. Restorative Practices help us do this as our … Continue reading
Congrats to Eddie and the BCS Robosharks! Over spring break (April 6-8), the RoboSharks gave their best performance so far in the annual First Robotics tournament held at the Armory Track & Field Center! This is an amazing feat for our homegrown Robotics Team! A huge shout out to Ed for his tireless dedication and … Continue reading
Over the summer, the TV show The Last OG was filmed in Gowanus. Some members of the crew wanted to make sure there was a give back to the community since they shot many of the scenes in or near the Gowanus Houses. Our Parent Coordinator Tracey was able to work with them on a … Continue reading
Another SUPER week at Brooklyn Collaborative! Congrats to Brooklyn Collaborative and to our BCS librarians Amanda C and Susan! We are the winners of a Library REACH Grant Award! This grant, which focuses on funds to improve library facilities, provides $2300 for us to upgrade an area of our library. We will be focusing on our nonfiction section! This section … Continue reading
We had a full week! 1/29 – No classes for students. All staff immersed all day in professional development. Upper Grades teachers went to the Consortium and heard keynote speaker James Forman, Jr., author of the acclaimed “Locking Up Our Own: Crime & Punishment in Black America.” Then they participated in teacher-led workshops and then collaborated … Continue reading
Our crews fanned out all over the city (even as far as Pennsylvania)! Our annual campus invasion was upon us on Tues 1/30, an all-crew day! Campus visits are an essential part of the college-bound experience at Brooklyn Collaborative. Continue reading
In 2015, Brooklyn Collaborative and Brooklyn New School, in conjunction with NYC Councilmember Brad Lander, community members and youth activists created our Dance Fitness Studio with funds from Participatory Budgeting. We recognize the power of civic participation, and we are grateful for a democratic process that brings greater resources to our students. Because of the kindness … Continue reading
On 12/15, the entire 610 Henry Community turned out to cheer on our seniors, lining the perimeter of our building, waving posters and pom-poms, congratulating our seniors for having applied to college! After marching along the school’s perimeter, seniors marched through Carroll Gardens (applauded by local residents and business owners) to the Red Hook Post … Continue reading
On 11/3, at our monthly Family Breakfast, students from the Real Stories in Print and Media class performed two short pieces. In the last month, our students have been devising their own plays in the style of newspaper theater, a technique created by Augusto Boal in his “Theater of the Oppressed.” Students researched newspaper articles, headlines, books and … Continue reading
Friday night’s PTA rollerskating fundraiser at Brooklyn Bridge Park was a success! Students and families had a “wheely” fun time with a great view of the city skyline. THANK YOU to everyone who supported our PTA! Continue reading
Our annual BNS-BCS community-building fundraiser is a smash! There was something for everyone: arts & crafts, chili, games, apple press, and more! We showcased two BCS clubs: GSA and Robotics! THANK YOU to all our parents for volunteering and for supporting! THANK YOU to all our students for volunteering and … Continue reading
PSAL Soccer continues to win! We had three games this week: 10/9 against George Westinghouse – BCS won 6-0; 10/12 against Sunset Park – BCS won 1-0; 10/13 against Adams Street Academy – BCS won 9-0. GO WOLVES! On 10/11, our junior interns were invited to a special visit at the Salesforce corporate offices. They … Continue reading
It’s Fall Spirit Week! WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO WEAR? The crew with the highest percentage participation in each grade will get a prize! One winning crew in each grade! Seven prizes total! WILL IT BE YOUR CREW?!! Don’t be left out! Pick out your clothes early and dress to impress. Yearbook photographers will be … Continue reading
