School Theme

Career Education

• Instructional program supports the development of a positive self image, proficiency in basic skills, creativity and problem solving

• Through career studies, students learn the relevance of their academic subjects to future careers, job characteristics and required skills

• Infusion of technology integrates students’ links to learning using the Smart Board and programs such as Rosetta Stone and Leap Frog to reinforce skills

• Extensive use of web-based programs, such as Study Island, Brain Pop, First in Math and Shepherd’s software

• Cooperative learning, team planning, and team teaching through themes are an integral part of the school culture

• Literacy activities emphasize written and spoken language and mathematics in a literature-based format across all areas of the curriculum. Common Core Learning Standards are supported in ELA/Math through the use of Journeys Reading Program and Envisions Math.

• All students participate in College Is in My Future activities to encourage student success and self motivation to attend college

• Extended Learning Time for all students everyday

The Partners

This school works closely with:

• Boy/Girl Scouts

• Yonkers Fire Department

• Hudson River Museum of Westchester

• JCY-Westchester Community Partners

• Youth Theater Interactive (Y.T.I.)

• ArtsWestchester