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What Do Kids Learn in Kindergarten in NYC? And What Should They Know Before Starting? Kindergarten is a big milestone—for children and families alike. In New York City specifically, kindergarten classrooms are vibrant, fast-paced environments where students begin building the academic, social, and emotional skills that will shape their entire

What is New York State Testing like in NYC? Students in public schools across New York City will be taking state tests in April and May to show that they are on Grade Level for all skills in ELA and in Math. These assessments are crucial to help educators understand

Whenever school resumes after long breaks, teachers face the challenge of helping scholars get back into their learning routines and adjust to the school’s culture and rules. The sooner scholars adjust, the more time they have to focus on learning. At Classical Charter Schools, we make this adjustment fun through

Over the course of a school day, scholars are not only required to grow in their academic skills but also to challenge their flexibility. Scholars must shift between the study of many disciplines and several activities within those disciplines. They also move to different parts of the building for periods

Testing can be difficult for scholars and for teachers. For scholars, there is the pressure that comes with knowing that these results will be on a report card and shared with their parents. They could also feel that the results reflect their level of intelligence instead of their level of

At Classical Charter Schools, our work in schools is grounded in the belief that strong teachers help scholars reach their fullest potential. We believe that quality instruction, using quality curriculum, is the “secret sauce” of scholar growth. While not particularly novel or revolutionary, we see the results time and time

At Classical Charter Schools, we believe that any scholar can rise to excellence if they are given two essential tools: clear instructions and feedback. So, before any academic material is taught and before we have a full week of instruction, we have three days (from Wednesday-Friday) for scholars to reacclimate

“We should remember that good fortune often happens when opportunity meets with preparation.” –Thomas Edison On Monday, August 11th, the entire Classical Staff from all four school sites gathered to prepare for the coming year, our 20th as a school. We said “Welcome Back” to our returning teachers and “Welcome”

What are the sights and sounds of the end of July at Classical Charter Schools? We see the bright blue, butcher block paper posted on bulletin boards with a corrugated white trim ready for a teacher’s gorgeous “welcome back” display. We hear the soft hum of floors being buffed and

Many believe that administrators don’t begin thinking about the upcoming school year until just a few days before it starts. You will be surprised to know that the first-day jitters hit administrators months before. They hit in May, to be exact. At Classical Charter Schools, in May, school administrators come