High School for Media & Communications
Mission
The mission of the High School for Media and Communications, a small learning community, is to inspire our students to think critically and to communicate clearly; to master a rigorous, well-rounded, academic curriculum with a basis in media and communications; to value their own heritage while also developing a global perspective on cultural, social, and environmental issues; to appreciate creative expression; and to incorporate integrity, responsibility, honesty, loyalty, and diligence in their professional and personal lives. The community, which will include students, parents, teachers, administrators, the public and private sectors, local community members, colleges, and universities, will operate under a covenant that will be synergetic and harmonious.
Timeless Teachings in a Changing World
Program Highlights:
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Visual Arts Program
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Creative Writing/Theater Arts Program
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Honors-level courses in English, Global History, and United States History
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Journalism/School Newspaper
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Student Leadership Program
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Freshman Advisory Program
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National Honor Society
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Writing for College
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Introduction to Film
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Achieve Now Academy Program
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Student Government
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College Now Program at The City College of New York
Higher Education Institutions: We believe it is important that our students begin to explore the college experience beginning in the 9th grade. We fulfill this goal by involving our students in a variety of programs and opportunities with colleges and universities. These partnerships include:
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Double Discovery Center Program at Columbia University
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College Bound Program at St. John's University
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Writing Program with students from Middlebury College
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Photography Program at New York University
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College Now Program at the City College of New York
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New York City Writing Project at Lehman College
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Student Teachers from Teachers College, Columbia University
Partnerships Community-Based Organizations:
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Catholic Charities
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Isabella's Geriatric Center
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Manhattan Times Newspaper
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Manhattan Class Company (MCC) Theater
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Simon and Schuster Adopt-a-School Program
