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ELIGIBILITY
  • Priority to Staten Island residents
  • Then to New York City residents
  • For Zoned program only: priority to students who live in the zoned area

SITE ACCESSIBILITY
  • Partially Accessible

SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES
  • Collaborative Team Teaching (CTT)
  • SETSS
  • Special Class

ELL PROGRAMS
  • ESL

PROGRESS REPORT
YearGrade LevelGrade
2008HS B
2007HS B

QUALITY REVIEW
YearScore
2008Proficient
2007Proficient
IN THEIR OWN WORDS
Using small interest-based learning communities, we are a comprehensive community that empowers students to reach their highest academic potential while providing a nurturing environment. Our students are exposed to a wide array of extracurricular and athletic activities in combination with a challenging academic program that prepares them for college and the world of work.

COURSES AND PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Programs: Collegiate Academy of High Honors, Gateway Honors Program, College Discovery, Legal Studies Institute, Medical Technology, Virtual Enterprise, Travel and Tourism, College Now, Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification, Culinary Arts, Communications and Television Media
Language Classes: Italian, Spanish
Advanced Placement Courses: Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Government and Politics: Comparative, Government and Politics: United States, Italian Language and Culture, Physics B, Psychology, Spanish Language, Statistics, World History

PARTNERSHIPS
  • Community-Based Organizations: Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, New York Center for Interpersonal Development, Northfield Community Local Development Corporation, Project Hospitality, Junior Tennis League, New Visions for Public Schools, United Activities Unlimited (UAU)
  • Higher Education Institutions: College of Staten Island Discovery Institute, Kingsborough Community College, Wagner College, St. John's University, Baruch College, Borough of Manhattan Community College
  • Cultural/Arts Organizations: Historic Richmondtown, Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
  • Not-for-Profit: PS 21 Literacy Program, Junior Achievement, NY Blood Bank, The Walk for the Cure, United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP)
  • Corporate: National Basketball Association (NBA) Entertainment, American Express, The Crowne Plaza, The Hilton Garden Inn, The Marriott Marquis, Community Television of Staten Island
  • Other: Mayor's Office, New York City Council, Borough President's Office
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Leadership & Support: Peer Mediation/Conflict Resolution, Council for Unity, Student Government, Community Service Projects, Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) Drill Team
Academic: International Club, Mock Trial, Cranial Crunch, Robotics, Arista National Honor Society, Project Rebound, Play It Smart, Newspaper, Yearbook
Artistic: Performing Arts, Chorus, Dance, SING, Musical Performances, Drama Club Plays, Guitar Ensemble, Concert, Jazz and Marching Bands
Clubs: Poetry, Fashionville, Seamers, Art, Literary Magazine, Culinary Arts, H2O Dance, Steppers Dance, SING!

PSAL SPORTS TEAMS
Boys: Baseball & JV Baseball, Basketball & JV Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football & JV Football, Golf, Handball, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
Girls: Basketball & JV Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball & JV Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball & JV Volleyball

SCHOOL SPORTS
Cheerleading
PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Zoned (Zoned)
Academic Comprehensive Program
R10Z Unscreened 9 N/A N/A

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Gateway Honors Program (Science & Math)
Challenging honors program will prepare students for college and careers in math, science and related health professions
R10A Screened 9 N/A N/A
10 N/A N/A
Scores
  • English:(85-100)
  • Math:(85-100)
  • Social Studies:(85-100)
  • Science:(85-100)
Standardized Test Scores:
  • Math Level(s): 3-4
  • English Language Arts Level(s): 3-4
Requirements:
  • Review of Attendance & Punctuality
  • Writing Sample

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Collegiate Academy Honors Program (Humanities & Interdisciplinary)
Challenging honors program provides multiple opportunities for college-level courses and inquiry-based learning
R10B Screened 9 N/A N/A
10 N/A N/A
Scores
  • English:(85-100)
  • Math:(85-100)
  • Social Studies:(85-100)
  • Science:(85-100)
Standardized Test Scores:
  • Math Level(s): 3-4
  • English Language Arts Level(s): 3-4
Requirements:
  • Review of Attendance & Punctuality
  • Writing Sample

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Culinary Arts (Culinary Arts)
Prepares students for career opportunities in the Catering and Food Services Industry
R10C Ed. Opt. 9 N/A N/A

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC)
Provides students with the tools, training and experiences required for today’s leadership roles; Drill classes provide the opportunity for students to participate in the National Drill Competition
R10D Ed. Opt. 9 N/A N/A

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Performing & Visual Arts (Visual Art & Design)
This program develops students' creative abilities. Ensembles include concert, jazz & marching band, guitar, chorus, dance and musical theatre productions. Visual arts classes include cartooning and illustration, painting, ceramics and portfolio work.
R10E Ed. Opt. 9 N/A N/A

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
College Discovery Program (Humanities & Interdisciplinary)
Prepares students for college through a variety of educational experiences; extensive elective programs allow students to explore different career paths
R10J Screened 9 N/A N/A
Scores
  • English:(80-100)
  • Math:(80-100)
  • Social Studies:(80-100)
  • Science:(80-100)
Standardized Test Scores:
  • Math Level(s): 2-4
  • English Language Arts Level(s): 2-4
Requirements:
  • Review of Attendance & Punctuality
  • Writing Sample

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Business Technology & Communications (Computer Science & Technology)
A challenging program combining academics with courses in business, television production and communications; specialty courses include Informational Technology, Virtual Enterprise, Hospitality and Tourism, TV Production and Journalism
R10K Ed. Opt. 9 68 N/A
10 10 N/A

PROGRAM CODE SELECTION METHOD GRADE 2008 PROGRAM SEATS 2008 TOTAL APPLICANTS
Med-Tech (Health Professions)
Med-Tech program introduces students to the multitude of occupations and careers available in the medical and health professions
R10M Ed. Opt. 9 N/A N/A
Zoned Unscreened, Science & Math Screened, Humanities & Interdisciplinary Screened, Culinary Arts Ed. Opt., JROTC Ed. Opt., Visual Art & Design Ed. Opt., Computer Science & Technology Ed. Opt., Health Professions Ed. Opt.
OPEN HOUSE INFORMATION
October 2009: tours available on request. Please call the school at 718-420-2100 for an appointment.

FAMOUS ALUMNI
Carmine Giovinazzo, TV Star of CSI: New York; Cliff Brantley, Major League Baseball; Donald Spiro, Chairman of The Oppenheimer Fund; Joyce Chung, Concert Pianist; Robert Pipkins, United States Olympian; Randy Graff, Broadway Actress; Buster Poindexter, Jazz Musician; William Shakespeare, National Football League (NFL) Hall of Fame; Christy Cugini, District 31 Superintendent; Paul Zindel, Author
HIGH SCHOOL DIRECTORY
Port Richmond High School, DBN 31R445 , Borough of Staten Island