HIGH SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION IN ADVERTISING AND MEDIA

HIGH SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION IN ADVERTISING AND MEDIA is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 253 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 19 teachers, HIGH SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION IN ADVERTISING AND MEDIA 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 INNOVATION IN ADVERTISING AND MEDIA (IAM), located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a specialized career and technical education (CTE) school designed to prepare students for the modern digital economy. The school centers its curriculum on the intersection of creativity, technology, and business, offering students hands-on training in fields such as graphic design, digital media production, marketing, and advertising. By integrating industry-standard tools and project-based learning into the classroom, the school aims to bridge the gap between traditional academic coursework and the professional requirements of the advertising and media sectors.

Beyond its technical focus, IAM emphasizes the development of essential 21st-century skills, including collaborative problem-solving, critical thinking, and professional communication. Students are frequently provided with opportunities to engage with industry mentors, participate in internships, and work on real-world branding or media projects. This vocational approach is designed to provide students with a competitive edge, whether they intend to pursue higher education in creative fields or transition directly into professional roles within the media and communications industries upon graduation.

For more information, contact HIGH SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION IN ADVERTISING AND MEDIA at (718) 290-8760 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.