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ELIGIBILITY
  • Audition Programs: Open to Brooklyn residents
  • Ed. Opt. Programs: Priority to residents in Brooklyn Area A (beginning at the intersection of Bedford Avenue and LIRR to Avenue P to Coney Island Avenue, to Avenue K, to East 16th Street, to Avenue J, to East 15th Street to LIRR, to point of origin)
  • Ed. Opt. Programs: Then to residents in Brooklyn Area B (those parts of the Midwood & Madison school zones that do not have a priority to John Dewey High School)
  • Ed. Opt. Programs: Then to Brooklyn residents

SITE ACCESSIBILITY
  • Partially Accessible

SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES
  • Collaborative Team Teaching (CTT)
  • SETSS
  • Special Class
  • Special Class for Hearing Impaired Students

ELL PROGRAMS
  • ESL
  • Bilingual Programs
    • Chinese
    • Spanish

PROGRESS REPORT
YearGrade LevelGrade
2008HS B
2007HS B

QUALITY REVIEW
YearScore
2008Well Developed
2007Well-Developed
IN THEIR OWN WORDS
Edward R. Murrow High School is a non-traditional educational environment which emphasizes the principle that “along with freedom comes responsibility.” Four cycles (9 weeks each) challenge and empower students in a fast-paced setting. We encourage students to explore many electives and co-curricular activities during their OPTA (Optional Time Activity) periods, enhancing their academic experience. During those OPTAS 10th, 11th and 12th grade students have flexibility and freedom to make choices about how to use their free time, including socializing or studying in designated hallways. This sets Murrow apart from most comprehensive high school settings. Therefore, it is important to note that although we provide a unique and excellent opportunity for many students, parents should be advised that this free setting is well suited for self-directed and self-motivated students and may not allow students who need a traditionally structured setting to reach academic success.

COURSES AND PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Programs: Journalism, Reviewing Film, Psychology and Literature, Shakespeare, African Literature, Broadcast Humanities, Law (Criminal, Constitutional, Juvenile Justice), Mock Trial, Holocaust Studies, History of New York City, Astronomy (in our planetarium), Forensics, Marine Science, Statistics, Accounting, PowerPoint, Web Design, Business Law, TV Production, Filmmaking, Photography, Digital Photography, Technical Theatre, Ceramics, Sculpture, Architectural Design, Fashion Design, Costuming, Stage Construction/Design and Lighting, Jazz Band, Concert Band, Gospel Chorus, Guitar, Audio Recording Technology, Madrigal Choir, Virtual Enterprise, Part-time Coop and Internship, Science Research, Math Seminar, College Now
Language Classes: American Sign Language, Chinese, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish
Advanced Placement Courses: Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science A, Economics: Macro, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, European History, French Language, Government and Politics: United States, Human Geography, Music Theory, Physics B, Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, Physics C: Mechanics, Psychology, Spanish Language, Spanish Literature, Statistics, United States History

PARTNERSHIPS
  • Community-Based Organizations: Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services, Midwood Development Corporation, Italian-American Civil Rights League
  • Hospital Outreach: Shorefront Geriatric Center, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Coney Island Hospital
  • Higher Education Institutions: Kingsborough Community College, Baruch College, Brooklyn College, Long Island University, Polytechnic University
  • Cultural/Arts Organizations: Theatre Development Fund, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Whitney Museum, Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), International Center of Photography, Museum of Natural History, Muza String Quartet
  • Corporate: All-Ways Advertising Company, Inc.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Leadership & Support: Student Alliance, Council for Unity, National Honor Society, Peer Mediation/Conflict Resolution, Leadership Council, Big Brother/Big Sister, Mecca, Italian-American Association, Aspira, Murrow Speakers' Bureau, Murrow Cares (Charity Drives)
Academic: Intel Science Talent Search, We The People, Mock Trial, Moot Court, Math Team, Virtual Enterprise, Yearbook, Girls Learn International, Chess Team, Poets’ Corner, “The Network” Newspaper, “The Magnet” Literary Magazine, Debate Team, Model United Nations
Artistic: Technical Theatre (Stage Crew), Photography and Digital Art, Anime, Vocal Tech, Winter and Spring Concerts, Vocal Fest, Guitar Fest, Chamber Music Concert, SING, Two Dramatic Productions, Two Musical Productions, Directors’ Workshop, La Maison de Poème
Clubs: Christian, Asian-American, Jewish Heritage, Fashion, Theatre Patrons, Dance

SCHOOL SPORTS
Although we do not have PSAL sports, we offer a variety of after-school recreational and athletic activities (e.g., basketball, weight training, badminton, volleyball and soccer).
PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2007 PROGRAM SEATS 2007 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Communication Arts (Communications)
Advanced Placement and research classes in all major curriculum areas in preparation for college and careers
K57A Ed. Opt. 9 690 6363
10 63 397

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2007 PROGRAM SEATS 2007 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Bilingual Chinese Communication Arts (Communications)
Same program as listed above but taught in Bilingual Chinese
K57B Ed. Opt. 9 25 101
10 1 16

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2007 PROGRAM SEATS 2007 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Bilingual Spanish Communication Arts (Communications)
Same program as listed above but taught in Bilingual Spanish
K57C Ed. Opt. 9 25 96
10 1 20

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2007 PROGRAM SEATS 2007 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Vocal Music (Performing Arts)
A discipline-based music education that includes: large ensemble, small ensemble, and solo performance training, musicianship and electives that will fulfill the Music Institute certificate requirements.
K57J Audition 9 50 441
10 4 36

Audition Information: Students will be asked to play various scales and/or exercises, perform a selection of their choice and demonstrate basic sight-reading skills.

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2007 PROGRAM SEATS 2007 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Fine and Visual Arts (Visual Art & Design)
A discipline-based art education that includes: drawing, painting, sculpture, graphic design portfolio development, print making, photography, architecture, fashion and art history.
K57K Audition 9 60 674
10 7 43

Audition Information: You will create two drawings, one of a live model and another of a shaded drawing of your hand crushing a piece of paper. You will be evaluated on your ability to draw from observation using line and shading techniques. Your portfolio should be a total of six pieces and should include a self-portrait in black and white, a room interior in perspective and a still life in color. Portfolios will be evaluated on your ability to draw realistically, your skill in the use of your medium and for page organization and originality.

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2007 PROGRAM SEATS 2007 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Instrumental Music (Performing Arts)
A discipline-based music education that includes: large ensemble, small ensemble and solo performance training, musicianship and electives that will fulfill the Music Institute certificate.
K57L Audition 9 58 356
10 4 16

Audition Information: Students will be asked to demonstrate basic musicianship through matching pitch and rhythmic playback and perform a selection of their choice.

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2007 PROGRAM SEATS 2007 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Studio Theatre Program (Performing Arts)
A sequential course of study focusing on acting, scene study, dramatic literature, playwright and performance
K57P Audition 9 34 396

Audition Information: Students will be asked to perform a one-minute monologue from a play chosen by the applicant. The monologue must be memorized and should be age appropriate. Students will be asked to perform an improvisational pantomime from a list of scenarios supplied at the audition.
Communications Ed. Opt., Performing Arts Audition, Visual Art & Design Audition
Intermediate school guidance counselors will forward information to students regarding specific audition/appointment times. If you are auditioning for Fine Arts and an additional program, you must sit for the Fine Arts audition first.
Audition GroupDateStart TimeEnd Time
Vocal, InstrumentalSaturday, November 15, 20088:30 AM3:00 PM
Fine Arts, Studio TheatreSaturday, November 15, 20089:00 AM3:00 PM
Vocal, InstrumentalSunday, November 23, 20088:30 AM3:00 PM
Fine Arts, Studio TheatreSunday, November 23, 20089:00 AM3:00 PM
OPEN HOUSE INFORMATION
There will be three "Get Acquainted" evenings beginning in late September continuing through October 2008. Check our school website for details. Information and dates will also be sent to all feeder schools.

DID YOU KNOW?
  • *We have had semi-finalists in the Intel Science Talent Search every year since 1996. *Our chess team has won the National Chess Championship title for the last 3 years and has won both NYC and NYS titles for the last 16 years. *In 2007 we had both National Merit Scholarship and National Achievement Scholarship finalists!

FAMOUS ALUMNI
Marisa Tomei, Actress/Academy Award Winner; Eugene Shenderov (2004) and Kevin Shenderov (2006), Rhodes Scholars; Darren Aronofsky, Film Director; Paul Messina, NY1 News Reporter; Yvette Clark, US Congresswoman; Jeffrey Oppenheim, Film Director; Adam Yauch, "The Beastie Boys"
HIGH SCHOOL DIRECTORY
Edward R. Murrow High School, DBN 21K525 , Borough of Brooklyn