School Name
John Dewey High School
Url
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Overview Paragraph
We offer an innovative form of education that empowers students to make responsible decisions. Our school is comprised of small learning communities. Our small learning communities allow teachers, school counselors and assistant principals to work with students for enrichment, remediation, and social engagement. Students receive the individualized attention found in a small school within the setting of a comprehensive high school. Our small learning communities prepare students for a variety of career pathways and college-readiness programs in core subject areas including the arts, business, STEM, law, teaching and heath professions.
Academicopportunities1
John Dewey High School offers one of the widest ranges of Advanced Placement programs in Brooklyn and is supported by AP for ALL and the National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI).
Academicopportunities2
John Dewey High School provides instructional, organizational and social emotional courses that offer access to college and career readiness. Programs include College Now, Council for Unity, Educators Rising, National Honors Society, One Goal, and Peer Group Connection (PGC)
Academicopportunities3
John Dewey High School is committed to improving facilities including updated STEM lab, 4 computer classrooms, State of the Art Culinary Kitchen, and Coming Soon a black box theater, Court Room, New Athletic Field, and an Air Conditioned auditorium which will be one of the most advance school Theaters in New York City
Academicopportunities4
John Dewey High School provides Special Education and ESL Services met within academy classes
Academicopportunities5
John Dewey High School's 4 year academy sequences offers endorsed diplomas, access to college credits, CTE Certification and internships.
Academicopportunities6
CTE program(s): Culinary Arts
Ell Programs
Transitional Bilingual Education: Chinese
Language Classes
Mandarin, Spanish
Advancedplacement Courses
AP Microeconomics, AP United States History, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Macroeconomics, AP Calculus AB, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Statistics, AP Computer Science A, AP Physics 1, AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP English Language and Composition, AP Art History, AP Psychology, AP Calculus BC, AP World History: Modern, AP Biology
Location
50 Avenue X, Brooklyn NY 11223 (40.58807,-73.981925)
Phone Number
718-373-6400
School Email
kgattuso@schools.nyc.gov
Website
http://www.johndeweyhighschool.org/
Sqr Website
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Subway
D to Bay 50th St; F to Ave X; N to 86th St
Bus
B1, B4, B64, B82, X28, X38
Freshmanschedule
8:53am-3:38pm
Addtl Info1
10th Grade Seats Available,Career and Technical Education (CTE),College Trips,Extended Day Tutoring,Extended Year,Health Center,Internships Available,Multi-Session School,Online Grading System,Orientation,Summer Bridge,Summer Internships,Summer Orientation,Weekend Programs
Extracurricular Activities
Art Club, Arts Beautification Club, Beauty Club, Careers in the Arts Club, Cheerleading, Chess Club, The Classic Rock Club, Council for Unity, Dance Team, Educators Rising, ELL Science Club, Girls Who Code, International Culinary Club, Japanese Language and Culture Club, Key Club, Knitting Club, LGBTQ Club, Marine Biology Underwater Robotics Club, Mindfulness, Mock Trial, Moot Court, My Brother's Keeper, National Honor Society, ONE Goal, Peer Group Connection, Recycling / Green Team, Robotics, Senior Committee, Step Team Club, Stock Market Club, Student Council, Sweatbox Club, Table Tennis/Ping Pong Club, Technical Theatre Club, Theatre Club, Track Club, Video Game Club, Volleyball Club, Women's Alliance/Women of Color Alliance (WOCA), Yoga/Fitness
Psal Sports Boys
Badminton, Basketball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Table Tennis, Tennis, Wrestling
Psal Sports Girls
Badminton, Basketball, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball
Psal Sports Coed
Double Dutch
School Sports
Volleyball Club, Table Tennis/Ping Pong Club, Track Club, Cheerleading Club
Graduation Rate
0.79000002
Attendance Rate
0.92000002
Pct Stu Enough Variety
0.86000001
College Career Rate
0.66000003
School Accessibility
Not Accessible
Program1
The Academy for Business Management and Culinary Arts
Program2
Chinese Transitional Bilingual Educational Program
Program3
The Academy of Teaching and Learning
Program5
Pre-Med and Health Academy
Program6
The Academy of Law and Justice
Program7
The Academy of Fine and Performing Arts
Program8
John Dewey High School D75 Inclusion Program
Program9
John Dewey ACES Program
Interest1
Business; Culinary Arts
Interest2
Humanities & Interdisciplinary
Interest4
Computer Science & Technology; Science & Math
Interest5
Health Professions; Science & Math
Interest6
Law & Government
Interest7
Performing Arts; Visual Art & Design
Prgdesc1
The Academy of Business Management and Culinary Arts focuses on preparing students with the technical skills they need to apply to future careers and everyday situations. We offer paid and unpaid internships, job shadowing, mentoring and partnerships through the National Academy of Finance and Careers through Culinary Programs.
Prgdesc2
This program will strengthen their home language as they continue to improve their academic English skills. Social studies and science courses are taught using both Chinese and English, and students take Chinese as a Native Language courses in addition to their English as a New Language classes. Please note this is a General Education Bilingual Program for ELL students.
Prgdesc3
The Academy of Teaching and Learning at J.D.H.S. gives students the opportunity to explore fields in education. This program's 4 year sequence will provide a strong foundation for students who are interested in becoming educators. Students have the ability to take several classes that are focused on pedagogy and a focus on social emotional growth for teaching children. In partnership with Kingsborough Community College students will have the opportunity to earn college credits while taking classes at Kingsborough through their Education Department.
Prgdesc4
The STEM Academy provides students with a rigorous college preparatory curriculum with opportunities to explore the disciplines of computer science, engineering, and robotics and to take AP and college level courses. Courses will prepare students for colleges, career paths, and more. With significant opportunities for hands-on learning, students will gain fluency with the design process. All applicants are interviewed; information available at STEM@johndeweyhighschool.org
Prgdesc5
The Pre-Med Academy equips students with knowledge and competencies that allow them to excel in college pre-med and health professional programs. Students experience an immersive clinical internship, study anatomy, medical technology, medical ethics, and take AP and college-level courses. Students graduate with certifications in CPR, first aid, and others accredited by the American Red Cross. All applicants are interviewed; information available at premed@johndeweyhighschool.org
Prgdesc6
This is an opportunity for students interested in law and exploring the struggle for justice and human rights. Program electives focus on the criminal justice system. Through our affiliation with the Justice Resource Center and Facing History & Ourselves, students visit criminal and juvenile court, work with lawyers and politicians, and participate in moot court, mock trial, and Model UN competitions. Students will also have the opportunity to apply to a variety of law related internships.
Prgdesc7
Students will experience a unique journey in Visual, Theater, or Dance Arts. Students will be introduced to learning the basics of each field and advance by learning new techniques and skills in their focus area culminating in an Endorsed Diploma. Theater Arts students will participate in acting, scene study, and play writing. Dance will include traditional and modern dance, jazz, interpretive dance, and choreography. Visual Arts classes include studio art, ceramics, and photography.
Seats9ge3
N/A - new program
Grade9geapplicantsperseat1
7
Grade9geapplicantsperseat2
3
Grade9geapplicants3
N/A - new program
Grade9geapplicantsperseat3
N/A - new program
Grade9geapplicantsperseat4
13
Grade9geapplicantsperseat5
17
Grade9geapplicantsperseat6
8
Grade9geapplicantsperseat7
6
Seats9swd3
N/A - new program
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat1
9
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat2
1
Grade9swdapplicants3
N/A - new program
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat3
N/A - new program
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat4
12
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat5
11
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat6
6
Grade9swdapplicantsperseat7
6
Eligibility2
Open only to students whose home language is Chinese.
Admissionspriority11
Priority to Brooklyn students or residents
Admissionspriority21
Then to New York City residents
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Priority to Brooklyn students or residents
Admissionspriority23
Then to New York City residents
Admissionspriority14
Priority to Brooklyn students or residents
Admissionspriority24
Then to New York City residents
Admissionspriority15
Priority to Brooklyn students or residents
Admissionspriority25
Then to New York City residents
Admissionspriority16
Priority to Brooklyn students or residents
Admissionspriority26
Then to New York City residents
Admissionspriority17
Priority to Brooklyn students or residents
Admissionspriority27
Then to New York City residents
Offer Rate1 1
99% of offers went to this group
Offer Rate2 1
1% of offers went to this group
Offer Rate1 4
99% of offers went to this group
Offer Rate2 4
1% of offers went to this group
Offer Rate1 5
98% of offers went to this group
Offer Rate2 5
2% of offers went to this group
Offer Rate1 6
99% of offers went to this group
Offer Rate2 6
1% of offers went to this group
Offer Rate1 7
99% of offers went to this group
Offer Rate2 7
1% of offers went to this group
Requirement 1 4
2018-19 ELA/Math State Test Scores - 20%
Requirement 2 4
2018-19 Final Grades - 40%
Requirement 3 4
2019-20 Marking Period Grades - 40%
Requirement 1 5
2018-19 ELA/Math State Test Scores - 20%
Requirement 2 5
2018-19 Final Grades - 40%
Requirement 3 5
2019-20 Marking Period Grades - 40%
Method2
Screened: Language
Method8
D75 Special Education Inclusive Services
Primary Address Line 1
50 Avenue X