HIGH SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP (THE)

HIGH SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP (THE) is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 197 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, HIGH SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP (THE) has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The High School for Global Citizenship (HSGC), located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a small, inclusive public high school dedicated to fostering social awareness and academic excellence. The school operates on a philosophy that emphasizes "global citizenship," encouraging students to examine the interconnectedness of world cultures, social justice issues, and civic responsibility. By maintaining a smaller student body, the school aims to provide a personalized educational environment where teachers can closely mentor students and cultivate a supportive, tight-knit community.

Academically, the school offers a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for college and beyond, often integrating inquiry-based learning and interdisciplinary projects. HSGC is known for its commitment to diversity and its efforts to create a safe, culturally responsive space for students from various backgrounds. Through its focus on global issues and active community engagement, the school strives to empower its graduates to become informed, empathetic, and proactive members of both their local neighborhoods and the broader global community.

For more information, contact HIGH SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP (THE) at (718) 230-6300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.