New Explorations into Science, Technology and Math High School (NEST+m)

NEST+m is a Citywide G&T K-12 school. Our academically rigorous program has made us one of the finest schools in the city. We are committed to developing each studentÂ’s capacity for academic and intellectual achievement through individual and collaborative learning.. We provide a range of services for students with disabilities including a full-inclusion program. NEST+m students blossom into practitioners: scientists, mathematicians, engineers, artists, writers, historians, musicians, painters, and linguists who approach their studies with passion and purpose. Multiple opportunities exist for students to have internships at local universities in the sciences and the arts.

• Technology woven throughout the curriculum and school infrastructure; use of technological tools to collaborate, conduct research and explore mathematical and scientific phenomena.

• Priority to continuing 8th graders
• Then to New York City residents

• 22% of offers went to this group

• Course Grades: English (83-100), Math (85-100), Social Studies (85-100), Science (85-100)
• Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.7-4.5), Math (3.3-4.5)
• Attendance
• Test (on-site)
• 22% of offers went to this group

Minds Matter, SEO Scholars, POSSE Scholarship

First Level Science Sequence: Ninth grade Regents Physics with a Recitation/Applications course

Tenth grade Regents Chemistry and one term of Computer Science with the option of an Student Research class

Eleventh grade Living Environment; Twelfth grade options include science electives and Advanced Placement (AP) courses

Second level science sequence is for accelerated students who have demonstrated aptitude for the sciences and mathematics

AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Chinese, AP Economics, AP English, AP European History, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP US History, AP World History

B39, M14A, M14D, M21, M22, M8, M9

College Trips; Community Service Expected; Extended Day Program (Tutoring); Internships; Online Grading System; Student/Parent Orientation; Summer Internships

Robotics, Model UN, Chess Competitions, National Honor Society, Math Team/Contests, Borough Advisory Student Council, Debate Committee/Team, Student Government, Peer Leaders, Art Exhibitions, Creative Writing, Green Club, Gay-Straight Alliance, PSAL and Club Level Sports, Heart to Heart Charity, Talent Show, Red Cross, Scholastic Arts Competition, SLT, Winter and Spring School Plays, World Science Festival, Jazz Band and Chorus, Music Concert

Badminton, Baseball, Cross-Country, Dance, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Table Tennis, Volleyball

• Science, Technology and Math Institute

• Science & Math