Our Partners June 11, 2018 By wglassbrook The American Dream School, Bronx, New York. The American Dream School's mission is to develop academic excellence in both Spanish and English, preparing students in grades 6-12 to excel in college. Academy of the City Charter School, Queens, New York. Academy of the City fosters community, supports families, welcomes children of all backgrounds, celebrates diversity and promotes social justice. With our challenging, hands-on liberal arts experience we strive to develop joyful, creative, independent and successful lifelong learners. Bragging Rights for Women, NYCFLI is proud to be a sponsor for this unique event celebrating women and their work.A regular gathering where women and girls take credit—really take credit—for a job well done. Without giving props to others, shying away from praise, shifting the recognition to anyone else or self-deprecation.We aren’t getting together to just recite resumes. We are gathering to share our unique life experiences and tap into our profound ability to shape our lives through the words we speak about ourselves. We are putting respect on our names because we can‘t expect someone else to do it for us. Broome Street Academy, New York, New York. Broome Street Academy Charter High School will prepare our young people for post-secondary success that leads to positive life outcomes. We value student strengths and will provide multiple pathways to success through a curriculum of rigorous academic, career and social instruction grounded in the principles of positive youth development. Classical Charter Schools, Bronx, New York. South Bronx Classical Charter School prepares students in the South Bronx to excel in college preparatory high schools. Through a classical curriculum and highly structured setting, students become liberated scholars and citizens of impeccable character who achieve proficiency in and advanced mastery of New York State Performance Standards. Community Partnership Charter School, Brooklyn, NY. Community Partnership Charter School, serving Kindergarten through 8th grade, is a supportive community that nurtures the talent of the future leaders of tomorrow. Development Without Limits, NYCFLI partners with DWL to provide high-quality SEL Professional Development.The mission of Development Without Limits is to help educators provide dynamic and engaging learning experiences for young people. At Development Without Limits, we believe that people learn best and are most productive when they are interested and engaged in what they are doing, and when learning itself feels meaningful.For this kind of engagement to occur, activities must be dynamic and based on the skills, interests, and ideas of the participants. This means that we approach each project as something new, tailoring programs, curriculum, and staff development to meet the unique needs of each organization. East Williamsburg Scholars Academy, BrooklynThrough our partnership with DWL, FLI provides high quality Professional Development and Coaching in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). Envision Prep Charter School, Brooklyn, New York. Envision Preparatory Charter School is a diverse and inclusive public school that prepares and challenges students to think critically and engage productively in rigorous academic and social interactions in order to succeed in high school, college, and life. Explore Public Charter Schools - Explore Schools’ mission is to provide students with the academic skills and critical-thinking abilities they need to succeed in a college-preparatory high school. We know that all children can succeed in an environment with high expectations, rigorous academics, and caring and committed adults. High School of Applied Communication, QueensThrough our partnership with DWL, FLI provides high quality Professional Development and Coaching in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL).The High School of Applied Communication is committed to developing a productive learning environment that fosters a meaningful and respectful collaboration among students, staff, parents/guardians, and the community in order to achieve common goals. With a strong focus on promoting literacy and communication skills across the curriculum, our instruction is delivered through a standards-based, individualized and authentic learning program. Routines, active engagement, and opportunities to apply new knowledge characterize all classes, supporting a culture of responsibility, citizenship, and self-directed, lifelong learning. Information Technology High School, QueensThrough our partnership with DWL, FLI provides high quality Professional Development and Coaching in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL).Information Technology High School prepares students to be independent thinkers and problem solvers who are ready for careers in technology and are productive self-sufficient members of our global community. John Ericsson Middle School, BrooklynThrough our partnership with DWL, FLI provides high quality Professional Development and Coaching in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL).We, the Ericsson School Community, share the common belief that all students can learn. We are also cognizant of the critical problems facing young people in today's world. Therefore, we are committed to the highest level of professional performance in order to provide a caring, supportive, safe and rigorous educational environment in which each student is challenged to achieve and succeed in the 21st century. The KIPP, Foundation, NationwideFLI's founders were part of the KIPP Leadership Design Fellowship, working with the nation's top educational leaders to improve practices around hiring and retention of diverse leaders in schools.KIPP’s mission is to create a respected, influential, and national network of public schools that are successful in helping students from educationally underserved communities develop the knowledge, skills, character, and habits needed to succeed in college and the competitive world beyond. MS319, NYCThrough our partnership with DWL, FLI provides high quality Professional Development and Coaching in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL).MS 319, Maria Teresa Mirabal School, prepares adolescents for academic excellence through a rigorous high school preparatory curriculum founded in the applied learning of math, science, and language arts. This academic foundation will prepare youngsters to become the leaders of the 21st century. Our school is grounded in the philosophy of addressing the whole child. MS 319 will serve as a community resource, so that members of the community are proud of and assured that their children will succeed. Our school atmosphere will bring to life the "No-Child Left Behind Act" in which we truly bring to life the American dream of equity: Be all things to all people. We will bring our students the Maria Teresa Mirabal dream: "We will continue to fight for that which is just!" New Dawn Charter High School, Brooklyn, New York. New Dawn Charter High School will provide over-aged and under-credited students 15 - 21 years of age, including those who are English Language Learners and those with special needs, the opportunity to return to school and obtain a high school diploma through a rigorous NYSED standards-based education program. Rachel Carson Intermediate School, QueensThrough our partnership with DWL, FLI provides high quality Professional Development and Coaching in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL).JHS 237 reflects the wide range of cultures, languages and customs of its Korean, Chinese, Afghani and Indian community. More than 30 languages are spoken in the homes of students. It offers visual art, band, strings and chorus, among other extras, and the after school program is free. Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (High School of Commerce), Springfield, MAThrough an unprecedented partnership between the Springfield Public Schools, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), and the Springfield Education Association (SEA), the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP) ensures that each individual school has the necessary autonomy and flexibility to create the best educational environment for its students. The College Academy, NYCThrough our partnership with DWL, FLI provides high quality Professional Development and Coaching in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL).TCA's mission is to provide the opportunities and the tools that enable the students to be successful in college. We believe we can accomplish this by providing AP courses, college classes and college partnerships. In the process, we provide our students with the instructional resources that prepare them to meet rigorous academic standards as well as become life long learners. The Yard - Gowanus, BrooklynWe are thankful to our partner, The Yard for their support of our work and mission. Looking for a place to call "home" to your business or nonprofit? Let us make a connection for you!Featuring ample common spaces including a beautiful inner courtyard, sun-drenched offices, and exposed brick, this is the perfect Gowanus coworking space to grow your business. Each intimate floor features a private conference room and kitchen space for your convenience. PAVE Schools, BrooklynPAVE prepares Kindergarten to 8th Grade students to thrive in competitive high schools and four-year colleges. We provide our students with a rigorous academic program and a community built on the organization's core values of Perseverance, Achievement, Vibrance and Excellent character (PAVE). Uncommon Schools, NYCUncommon’s mission is to start and manage outstanding urban charter public schools that close the achievement gap and prepare low-income students to graduate from college.