Brooklyn International High School
About the iMentor Partnership
Brooklyn International High School has been an iMentor school partner since 2004. As a member of the Internationals Network of Public Schools, Brooklyn International High School serves a rich diversity of recent immigrant students who have been in the United States for four years or less. The students represent 40 different countries from all around the world, including the Bangladesh, China, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Poland, and Yemen. In all, the students speak 30 different native languages. Through regular communication with their mentors and the use of iMentor’s technology, mentees at Brooklyn International High School make significant improvements in their English language and technology skills throughout the program year. iMentor also serves a role in helping students to prepare for spring internships, as teachers and mentors begin the discussion of resumes, cover letters, and interview skills. This year, iMentor will be working with the junior class under the direction of a dedicated four-teacher team that works to integrate iMentor into the 11th grade curriculum.
Travel Directions
NOTE:The main security entrance is on Concord St. between Flatbush Ave Ext. and Bridge St. Enter through the double doors and proceed to the security desk to sign in. There are several schools sharing the building; Brooklyn International High School is on the 5th and 6th floors.
By Subway:
A, F to Jay St.-Borough Hall; N, M, R to Lawrence St.; 2, 3 to Borough Hall OR to Clark Street.; 4, 5 to Borough Hall
By Bus:
Bus: B25, B26, B37, B38, B41, B45, B52, B67,B75 to Jay St. and Myrtle Ave. or Flatbush Ave.and Tillary St.
About Brooklyn International High School
The mission of the Brooklyn International High School is to assist new learners of English in developing their linguistic, intellectual, cultural, and collaborative abilities so that they may become active participants in today's interdependent world.
At Brooklyn International High School students learn to read, write, and speak English fluently. English is taught through literature, social studies, math, science, career education, and the arts so that students are prepared for college and the world of work when they graduate.
The Brooklyn International High School is a community, and the native languages, cultures, and families of its students are viewed as a resource for the students, the school, and society. Students use their native languages to support their learning of English and are encouraged to use their own and others’ cultural backgrounds to enrich their learning experience.
Fun Facts
- The building where Brooklyn International High School is housed was originally built as a torpedo factory.
- This diverse school has students from almost every continent in the world.
- Many of the administrators and teachers are former Peace Corps volunteers.
- All of the 11th graders participate in an 8-week internships during the spring semester. The internships offer a unique and rare opportunity for these students to obtain valuable employment experience prior to graduation. Some students even retain their internships for the summer months.
