Science Skills Center High School for Science, Technology and the Creative Arts (13K419)
49 Flatbush Avenue Extension, Brooklyn, NY 11201, Brooklyn
Phone: 718-243-9413
Email: 13K419@schools.nyc.gov
Hours: 8:00am - 3:40pm
Principal: Dahlia Mcgregor
School Website: https://scienceskillscenterhs.org/
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/48544
Quality Snapshot: https://tools.nycenet.edu/snapshot/2022/13K419/HS/
Subway: 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, J, Z to High St; B, Q to DeKalb Av; F to York St; R to Lawrence St
Bus: B103, B25, B26, B38, B41, B45, B52, B54, B57, B61, B62, B65, B67, B69
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About
Science Skills Center High School is a small, early college learning community designed to empower students with the knowledge of science, engineering, mathematics, humanities, and the arts through the use of technology. There is a strong emphasis on academic excellence, college experiences, community service, and college and career planning before graduation and developing students who will take responsibility for self and community. Our dedicated and dynamic staff are eager to prepare students for their futures.
Academic Highlights: Dual Credit Classes from Partner Colleges and Universities, CTE program(s): Computer Science, Pre-Engineering/Project Lead the Way, Introduction to Cloud Computing, Social Problems, Poetry in America: The City, Intro to Lit: Fantastic Places, Introduction to Microeconomics, Grit Lab: The Psychology of Passion, Perseverance and Success, Forensic Science, African American Literature, Classism, racism & sexism, Science Research, Journalism
Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, Career and Technical Education (CTE), College Trips, Community School, Community Service Expected, Dress Code, Extended Day, Internship Expected, Internships Available, Multi-Session School, Online Grading System, Orientation, Program(s) with 2 GE Applicants Per Seat, Program(s) with 2 SWD Applicants Per Seat, Program(s) with 3+ GE Applicants Per Seat, Saturday Programs, Student Parent Orientation, Summer Bridge, Summer Internships, Summer Orientation, Summer Session, Uniform
School Features:
- Offers 10th Grade Seats
- School whose primary location is co-located with another school
AP Courses, Languages & Sports
Programs
Science & Math
Focuses on using hands-on and research techniques. All students are required to take four years of mathematics (eight credits) and four years of science (eight credits).
- (Group 1) Open to New York City residents
Science & Math
Challenging academic program that prepares students for majors in nursing, medicine, research, and other scientific studies at competitive universities.
- (Group 1) Open to New York City residents
Engineering
Challenging courses in the field of engineering.
- (Group 1) Open to New York City residents
Humanities & Interdisciplinary
Challenging courses in writing, research, social sciences, humanities, and the arts.
- (Group 1) Open to New York City residents
Health Professions
Challenging courses in the field of pharmaceutical science and internship experience at a local pharmacy to prepare students to major in pharmaceutical science in college.
- (Group 1) Open to New York City residents
Computer Science & Technology
Introduction to the field of computer science and technology through exploration of engaging technology to help students to develop college and job ready skills in technology.
- (Group 1) Open to New York City residents
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Survey Summary & Data (2022-23)
Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category
Academic Summary & Data (2022-23)
4-Year College 46.50%
Public Service 0.70%
Unknown 25.40%
School Demographics (2022-23)
Female 41.40%
Black 62.00%
Hispanic 20.70%
White 2.60%
Other 7.50%
Black 35.10%
White 27.00%
Other 24.40%