It is our objective at the James Baldwin School to support all students to find their voice and to speak knowledgeably and thoughtfully on issues that concern their school and their world. Additionally, we aim to provide a haven for students who may have previously experienced school as unresponsive to their needs as individuals. We aid students in this endeavor by personalizing our learning situations; by democratizing and humanizing the school environment; and by creating a “talking culture” — an atmosphere of intellectual and emotionally-aware discourse among students and faculty.

Academic Highlights: Performance-Based Assessment Tasks (PBATs)

Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, College Trips, Internship Expected, Internships Available, Program(s) with 1 GE Applicant Per Seat

School Features:

• Performance Assessment School, which base graduation requirements on the successful completion of performance assessments in major subject areas in lieu of one or more Regents exams
• Offers 10th Grade Seats
• Transfer School, which serve students aged 16 to 21 who have fallen behind in credits or left school for an extended period of time
• School whose primary location is co-located with another school

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