W. H. Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School (19K660)
145 Pennsylvania Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207, Brooklyn
Phone: 718-345-9100
Email: LValesP@schools.nyc.gov
Hours: 7:59am - 3:17pm
Principal: John Rullan
School Website: https://www.whmaxwell.com
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/19K660/
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Subway: A, C to Liberty Av; J to Alabama Av; L to Atlantic Av
Bus: B12, B14, B20, B25, B83, Q24, Q56
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About
William H. Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School is a FutureReadyNYC school offering the best of college and career exploration and preparation in Healthcare - one of the fastest-growing and highest-paid industries in our city. We’ll prepare you for work in any field, not just healthcare. Students will explore a range of careers (Fashion, Graphic Design, Vision Technology, Cosmetology and Barbering) acquire 21st-century employability skills including financial literacy, earn paid work-based learning opportunities and early college credits and credentials, engage in 1-1 advising, and will graduate prepared for college and careers in NYCs growing healthcare industry.
School Budget: View financial budget
Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 69%
Academic Highlights: 6 CTE programs: Fashion, Graphic Design, Vision Technology, Cosmetology, Barbering and Pre-Nursing
Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, Career and Technical Education (CTE), College Trips, Extended Day, FutureReadyNYC School, Internships Available, LYFE (Living For The Young Family Through Education), Multi-Session School, Orientation, Program(s) with 1 GE Applicant Per Seat, Program(s) with 3+ SWD Applicants Per Seat, Saturday Programs, Student Parent Orientation, Summer Bridge, Summer Session
School Features:
- Offers 10th Grade Seats
- School whose primary location is co-located with another school
- Guidance Counselors, Social Workers
AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
Programs
Visual Art & Design
Fashion: Maxwell offers a thorough fashion program that provides students with practical training in the techniques, skills, and terminology of Fashion Design and Accessories, covering the entire journey from concept to conception. Students can work alongside industry professionals. Students create garments following experience level and assign themes to participate in fashion shows, exhibits, as well as various parades in NYC. Through their time in the program, they visit museums for archival fashion exhibitions, volunteer in fabric recycling centers, and intern with community designers or the schools’ design lab. Communications Media: Our comprehensive 2-year graphic design program immerses students in photography, illustration/drawing, and social media management. The curriculum culminates with students taking the Adobe Photoshop certification exam at the end of the 10th grade and the Adobe Premier Pro at the end of the 11th grade, validating their proficiency by receiving these industry-recognized certifications. Graduates emerge as versatile, industry-ready professionals equipped for the competitive field of graphic design.
10th Grade seats available
- (Group 1) New York City residents
Health Professions
Join Maxwell’s Nursing Program and launch your medical career with confidence. Our exceptional program is designed to fast-track your journey into nursing and beyond, providing a unique blend of academic and practical experiences that set you up for success. Graduate not only with a high school diploma but also with a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate, ready to step into the workforce immediately. Students are required to complete 108 hours of clinical patient care practical skills while also obtaining their CPR and NARCAN certificates, making you even more valuable to potential employers.
10th Grade seats available
- (Group 1) New York City residents
Cosmetology
Are you ready for an exciting experience in the beauty world? The cosmetology and barbering courses provide students with their NYS license while preparing them for a fulfilling career. This program provides students with the opportunity of graduating with a CTE endorsed diploma while covering areas of cosmetology & barbering. The areas include business management, nail tech, natural hairstyling, skin care, fades, tapers, razor cutting and shaving, fantasy hairstyling, makeup, lashes, wigs, and much more! While in training students have an opportunity to participate in a paid internship and practice their skills on clients in the community.
10th Grade seats available
- (Group 1) New York City residents
Student & Admissions Statistics
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This data was gathered from various NYC DOE reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/information-and-data-overview
Survey Summary & Data (2023-24)
Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category
Academic Summary & Data (2022-23)
4-Year College 22.40%
Unknown 68.60%
School Demographics (2023-24)
Female 69.70%
Black 55.50%
Hispanic 33.40%
White 2.20%
Other 6.50%
Black 50.00%
Hispanic 10.90%
White 15.20%
Other 6.50%
This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's demographic snapshots: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/information-and-data-overview
IEP Statistics (2022-23)
This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources
Special Education Programs & Services (2023-24)
Program | Fully Receiving | Partially Receiving | Not Receiving |
Integrated Co-Teaching Services | 108 (90%) | 0 (0%) | <=5 (?) |
SETSS | <=5 (100%) | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
Special Class | <=5 (50%) | <=5 (25%) | <=5 (25%) |
Service | Fully Receiving | Partially Receiving | Not Receiving |
Counseling Services | 55 (87%) | N/A (N/A) | 8 (13%) |
Hearing Education Services | <=5 (100%) | N/A (N/A) | 0 (0%) |
Occupational Therapy | <=5 (75%) | N/A (N/A) | <=5 (25%) |
Physical Therapy | <=5 (100%) | N/A (N/A) | 0 (0%) |
Speech-Language Therapy | 44 (88%) | N/A (N/A) | 6 (12%) |
Transportation | Number Receiving |
Curb to School | <=5 (?) |
Stop to School | 0 (0%) |
Unassigned | <=5 (?) |
This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's Special Education Reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/government-reports/special-education-reports
ELL Performance (2022-23)
This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources