The Urban Assembly School for Leadership and Empowerment is a small 6-12 school that prepares young female, transgender, and non-binary students for success in college and the world of work. We provide an academically rigorous curriculum that reflects the core set of knowledge and skills necessary for students to become culturally literate problem solvers, capable of becoming leaders in their local and global community. Embracing the theme of empowerment through social equity and activism, we develop our students into critical thinkers who rely on evidence, logic, and sound reasoning to formulate ideas and to support them. Our school, in collaboration with community stakeholders, supports students as they transition into adulthood in an environment which fosters the emotional, physical and intellectual growth necessary for post- secondary independence. Our students are part of a tight-knit, diverse community and they benefit greatly from our small size and unique personal attention. Every student is placed in an advisory that meets at least once a week. Affinity spaces are available for students who identify in various identity groups. Restorative Justice and Peer Mediation are a big part of our community values and norms and our staff’s professional learning focuses on anti-racism, social justice and equity in our classrooms + community.

Academic Highlights: SAT prep courses and College Preparation courses built into 11th and 12th grade, Every student is scheduled for an Advanced Regents diploma as a freshman, A fully inclusive environment for English Language Learners and Special Education students, AP Courses Available

Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, College Trips, Internships Available, Online Grading System, Orientation, Program(s) with 1 GE Applicant Per Seat, Program(s) with 1 SWD Applicant Per Seat

School Features:

• Female Only School
• School whose primary location is co-located with another school

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