Webinar to Watch! Explore Schools Network of Brooklyn – Learn about their schools and how to enroll your child

Parents know that searching for the right elementary school can be a challenge. Luckily, we chatted with Explore Schools Network of Brooklyn where parents were given a wealth of information. From what to look for in a quality elementary school program, family and school partnerships, and highlights of the Explore Schools of Brooklyn program.

Speakers

LaKiesha George: Principal, Lower School @Exceed Charter School

LaKiesha George, the Principal of Exceed Charter School’s Kindergarten through Grade 5 cohort, is a founding charter school principal and an influential educational leader who urgently pushes for transformation. Leading the way through a community deemed as an educational desert, she built her school from the ground up to become the 2nd top-performing school within the network in just 3 years in Pittsburg, PA. Lakiesha joined Explore Schools in 2018 as the K-2 Academic Director and took the helm as the principal in 2019. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Lehman College and earned a Master of Science in Education, with Distinctions from Mercy College in the Bronx. She holds a National Institute of School Leadership (NISL) Administrative Certification in School Leadership.

Jonathan Carrington: Principal, Lower School @Empower Charter School

Jonathan Carrington, Principal of Empower Charter School’s Kindergarten through Grade 5 cohort. He has over 17 years of experience in education, from serving as a teacher, Dean of Students, Academic Director and now school leader. Jonathan has a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education and Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership and Administration. Jonathan takes great pride in providing the Crown Heights community with a quality elementary school option.

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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Looking for something to do with the kids in New York City that is fun, exciting, and educational? The Intrepid Museum offers family-friendly activities and programs all year long that keep children engaged, entertained, and curious about history and science. Fun rain or shine, the Museum offers both indoor and outdoor interactive exhibits and activities. With so many things to do and see, you&rsquo;ll never hear &ldquo;I&rsquo;m bored,&rdquo; when you climb aboard Intrepid. A non-profit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world&rsquo;s fastest jets and a guided missile submarine.<br /></span></p>

USC Gymnastics & Baseball Training Facility

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">We offer sports activities, after school programs, birthday parties &amp; private lessons for kids ages 3&ndash;13 years! Our gymnastics classes are a great way to keep your child active and healthy. We strive to empower and challenge children through the sport of gymnastics.</span></p>

Plugged in Band

<div>Plugged In is a nonprofit program that offers online programs to student&nbsp;musicians (Ages 10-18) in a non-competitive environment and provides band and individual performance opportunities in support of community and charitable causes.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Our programs include:</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Rock Band Classes</div> <div>Private Music Lessons</div> <div>Summer Camp</div> <div>Digital/Audio Production</div> <div>Songwriting and Recording Workshops</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Oh and hey parents, we are now offering private music lessons and our rock band program for adults too. Reach out to us for more information.&nbsp;</div>