Empowering Students for Success, One Student at a Time
Broome Street Academy (BSA) is a unique charter high school located in the heart of New York City. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive education that addresses the academic, social, and emotional needs of our students. We believe that every student deserves access to a high-quality education, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Academics & Supportive Programs
Our academic program is designed to prepare students for success in college and beyond. We offer a range of courses in core subjects such as math, science, English, and social studies, as well as electives in the arts, music, and technology. Our teachers are dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to ensure that every student has the support they need to succeed.
Supportive Programs
In addition to our academic program, we offer a range of supportive services to help students overcome the challenges they face. These services include counseling, mentoring, and advocacy, as well as programs to help students develop essential life skills such as time management, organization, and communication.
Summer Youth Employment Program
Our Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is a valuable opportunity for BSA students to explore their interests and career pathways, develop workplace skills, and engage in learning experiences that help develop their social, civic, leadership, and work experience skills. The program includes career exploration, paid project-based learning, work experiences, and earning money.
Why BSA?
Broome Street Academy is a unique institution that offers a comprehensive education that addresses the academic, social, and emotional needs of our students. Our on-site SUNY-authorized charter high school sets aside 50% of the seats in its incoming 9th-grade class for students who are transitionally housed or in foster care and offers a wide range of integrated support in collaboration with The Door's programs. Our success is built on supporting each student in building strong academic skills while receiving a mixture of academic and social support.
College Success
At BSA, we believe that college is within reach for every student. In 2022, 90% of our graduates went on to college, including many top-tier schools. Our students have received prestigious awards and scholarships, and we are proud to have had our first Posse Scholar graduate.
Community Involvement
We believe that educating students is not just about academics, but also about developing the whole person. That's why we offer a range of extracurricular activities, including athletics, student government, and community service. Our campus is also home to a vibrant arts program, which provides students with opportunities to express themselves creatively and build confidence through performance.
School Experience
The reviewers shared their negative experiences with the school, citing several issues. Safety Concerns were a major problem, with multiple reviewers mentioning frequent fights, bullying, and harassment. One reviewer even filed two police reports. The school staff was criticized for not taking adequate measures to address these issues, with some reviewers stating that they didn't care or were ineffective in handling the problems.
Staff Incompetence
Several reviewers were unhappy with the school staff, citing instances of incompetence, lack of communication, and unprofessional behavior. One reviewer was bullied by an employee, while another was kicked out of the school due to their mental health issues. The school administration was accused of being unresponsive and unhelpful in resolving problems.
Teaching Environment
A few reviewers praised the teachers, calling them friendly, supportive, and great. However, their positive comments were overshadowed by the numerous negative reviews.
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