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The Secondary School For Journalism

The Secondary School For Journalism. “I can't say enough about this school. The principal runs a tight ship and holds her staff and students accountable - something we don't see every day in the NYC Education system. Ms. Reif knows her students, her door is always open.”

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The Secondary School For Journalism

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  1. The Secondary School For Journalism

  2. “I can't say enough about this school. The principal runs a tight ship and holds her staff and students accountable - something we don't see every day in the NYC Education system. Ms. Reif knows her students, her door is always open.” -an SSJ parent www.greatschools.net

  3. Benefits of Our Small School • Tight Knit Community • Teachers & Administrators Know Every Student’s Name • 16:1 Student to Teacher Ratio

  4. “I miss the sense of community at SSJ because it's such a tiny school. The great advantage of such a small school is that you get a chance to get close with everyone, students and teachers alike.” • - Janaye S. • SSJ, Class of 2009 • University of Texas at Austin, Class of 2013

  5. Academic Intervention & Assistance • AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination): college preparatory program • YMCA After School Program: leadership skills, internship and volunteer opportunities • PRY (Project Reach Youth): after school counseling and SAT prep • College Now!: high school students take freecollege classes at NYC College of Technology • National Honor Society • Full Time College and Career Counselor • Advanced Placement Classes

  6. “At the Secondary School for Journalism you realize that the heart of the school is what really matters. The teachers and staff care about who you are and who you will become. SSJ will not only be your school, but your home away from home.” • - Alichea P. • SSJ, Class of 2009 • University of Texas at Austin, Class of 2013

  7. Model United Nations

  8. Secondary School for Journalism “This small school has developed over recent years into a cohesive, collaborative community, characterized by positive relationships, which has already demonstrated its capacity to improve under the strong leadership of the principal.” -NYC Quality Review Report 2008-2009

  9. “The size, staff, and students are what make SSJ amazing. I met genuine and caring people (teachers and students) that I'm still in touch with today. It's a gem in the middle of Park Slope, and I am thankful every day that I had the opportunity to spend four years in a truly wonderful community.” • - Carolyn M. • SSJ, Class of 2009 • Swarthmore College, Class of 2013

  10. Sports & The Arts • Theater Elective • Studio Art Elective • ESPN Sponsored Writing Project • Yearbook Committee • Stew Magazine • HBO Sponsored Video Documentary Class • School Newspaper • Champion SSLJR Boys & Girls Basketball Teams

  11. “Not only did I meet friends I’ll have for a lifetime, I also came across some of the best instructors any student could ask for, including the best college advisor a school can have. They care a lot about your success and well-being and will devote a lot of time and energy to making sure you succeed.” • - Charnise W. • SSJ, Class of 2009 • Morgan State University, Class of 2013

  12. 88% Pass Rate on the ELA Regents Exam for First Time Test Takers

  13. 77% Pass Rate on the Algebra Regents Exam for First Time Test Takers

  14. Located in the Heart of Park Slope • Two Blocks From Prospect Park • Close to the 2 3BQGF Trains • Close to the B71, B75, B63, B67, B69 • Safe, Family Oriented Neighborhood

  15. “SSJ was the right environment to help me realize how bright I can shine.” • - Judith P. • SSJ, Class of 2009 • Pace University, Class of 2013

  16. College Advisor • Helped SSJ seniors earn over $750,000 in scholarships over the last two years • 97% college placement rate for graduates

  17. Preparing for College • 97.3% graduation rate in 2009 • 97% of graduates go to college • 100% received federal aid • 75% received scholarships

  18. SIENA COLLEGE SKIDMORE COLLEGE SUNY ALBANY SUNY BINGHAMPTON SUNY BUFFALO STATE SUNY MORRISVILLE SUNY NEW PALTZ SUNY ONEONTA SUNY OSWEGO SUNY PURCHASE SUNY STONYBROOK SWARTHMORE COLLEGE SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY TRINITY COLLEGE TUFTS UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTES UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA URSINUS COLLEGE VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY WESLYAN WHEATON COLLEGE WILLIAMS COLLEGE SSJ Graduates Have Been Accepted To… AND…

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