South Bronx Classical Charter School

South Bronx Classical Charter School is a charter school in the Bronx borough of New York City.
Early history
The Founder of South Bronx Classical Charter School, Lester Long, developed a Board of Directors, obtained petitions of parental and political support, and applied to both the New York City Department of Education and the New York State Board of Regents. On December 9, 2005, the Board of Regents voted unanimously to approve an application for a five-year charter for South Bronx Classical Charter School.
Long is a former New York Teaching Fellow. Previously, he worked in investment banking at Lehman Brothers and Société Générale. He is also the Founder of the New York City Classical Guitar Society.
Students
South Bronx Classical is a free, public school open to all New York City students in grades K through 8. Each grade is limited to 70 students, limiting the total capacity of the school's six grades to 420 students. As of the 2008-2009 school year, the school had 224 students. Enrollment preference goes first to siblings of current or former students, then to students in district 12 and then to all other students.
In the lottery for the 2009 - 2010 year, South Bronx Classical Charter School had 500 applicants, more than any other year.
Academics
Academically, the school offers a rigorous program with students taking reading, writing, mathematics, science, and history. In addition, South Bronx Classical offers character education and community service, in the spirit of delivering a classical education to its students. Annual standardized assessments require students to articulate their understanding and mastery of each subject.
Currently, based on DIBELS and TerraNova assessments, roughly 70% of students are on grade level.
Location
South Bronx Classical Charter School's founding location is 977 Fox Street. Bronx, NY 10459;
South Bronx Classical Charter School II is located at 333 East 135th Street. Bronx, NY 10454;
South Bronx Classical Charter School III is located at 3490 Third Avenue. Bronx, NY 10456;
South Bronx Classical Charter School IV is located at 3251 Third Avenue. Bronx, New York 10456.
Non-traditional schedule
South Bronx Classical offers an extended school day and extended school year. Classes are from 8am to 4:30pm, and the school year starts in mid-August.

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