WHAT DOES JUNETEENTH COMMEMORATE? Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is a celebration of the last enslaved people* learning about...

As a school community founded on racial justice and equity, we denounce the inhumane and racist treatment of Black lives displayed across...

As a start-up school, we understand the importance of needing to get creative. And thanks to Ms. Hadam, our kids did just that! Science...

Why do we celebrate Black History Month? What challenges come with celebrating Black lives and movements a single month of the year? Who...

This year, on Valentine’s Day, we decided to do things a little bit differently and focus on the strongest form of love: SELF love. We...

Community Science brings scientists and communities together to solve local challenges. -Eos.org At Brooklyn Independent, we strive to...

Last Friday, we teamed up with Books Are Magic and READ 718 for our first Kids Book Club meeting. We were so inspired by each reader's...

SCHOOLFEST is an awesome one-of-a-kind fair with over 70+ schools, day care centers, and enrichment/resource providers. SCHOOLFEST is all...

Yes, we all know there is a strong correlation between reading and academic success. But at Brooklyn Independent, we <3 reading because...

The Back-To-School Bash was filled with face-painting, water-coloring, and happy, healthy faces! Our friends at NYU Langone offered free...

From the moment you walk into Pixel Academy, you know this is a place built JUST for kids. Pixel Academy teaches "kids and teens to...

Guest Blogger: Hannah Solomon, Founding Principal - Uncommon Schools Why is middle school important? I think most adults will reflect on...

Guest Blogger: Meghann Fallon, Director of Curriculum Instruction - Uncommon Schools Literacy education is one of the most pressing...