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Transit Tech Career and Technical Education High School

DBN 19K615  •  insideschools.org  •  School Finder  •  2017 School Performance Dashboard
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We create, promote, and foster a learning environment that enables students to reach their full potential. We focus on individual growth, enabling students to develop a solid academic background required for post secondary education as well as the background in career and technical skills essential to succeed. We provide the necessary resources for students to achieve these goals while remaining accountable to all constituents for excellent educational practice. We accomplish this by partnering with students, parents, community members, and staff into a binding educational contract which acknowledges a collaborative effort by all.

Prgram Description
  • The curriculum will expose students to a variety of law and government related information. Students will utilize modern technology to learn, enforce, and practice most recent government rules and regulations related to computer forensic science.
  • Develop knowledge of computer circuitry, micro-technology, analog and digital electronics, basic electronics, and circuit boards. Students learn about electricity basics, voltage, and current. Students also have the option to take a nationally recognized certification exam.
  • The program prepares students to install and repair industrial, commercial, and residential electrical circuitry. Students are provided with theoretical and practical knowledge, such as NYC Electrical Codes, to ensure they are prepared to meet up-to-date industry standards.
  • Sequence includes electrical and mechanical systems related to transportation and industrial and commercial wiring systems. Students are trained in a state-of-the-art lab, utilizing tools and equipment that are aligned with the MTAÂ’s training facility.
  • Basic to advanced level network and cabling coursework. Students are trained in installation, repair, and maintenance of wired and wireless network infrastructure. Students are also exposed to equipment such as coaxial cables, copper cables, fiber optic cables, network infrastructure, routers, switches, and access points. At the completion of the program, students are offered various industry certifications.
  • A+ Computer Repair technology. Students are trained on the basic concepts and functions of computers from an engineering perspective. Students acquire knowledge of motherboards, hard drives, RAM, CPU, GPU, computer peripherals, and various operating systems. Additionally, students are trained in security, preventative maintenance, and Microsoft Office. At the completion of the program, students are offered multiple nationally recognized certifications.
  • Students are trained in digital literacy, which includes basic computer skills such as hardware and software, Microsoft Office, internet connectivity, and network setup. Students are prepared to obtain an entry level IT Helpdesk position at the completion of the course. At the completion of the program students are offered multiple industry-recognized certifications.
Admissions Priority
  • Priority to New York City residents who attend an information session
  • Open to New York City residents
  • Open to New York City residents
  • Open to New York City residents
  • Open to New York City residents
  • Open to New York City residents
  • Priority to New York City residents who attend an information session
  • Then to New York City residents
  • Then to New York City residents
Offer Rate
  • 48% of offers went to this group
Requirements
  • Course Grades: English (55-100), Math (55-100), Social Studies (55-100), Science (55-100)
  • Course Grades: English (55-100), Math (55-100), Social Studies (55-100), Science (55-100)
  • Course Grades: English (55-100), Math (60-100), Social Studies (55-100), Science (55-100)
  • Course Grades: English (55-100), Math (55-100), Social Studies (55-100), Science (55-100)
  • Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (1.8-4.5), Math (1.7-4.5)
  • Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (1.8-4.5), Math (1.7-4.5)
  • Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (1.8-4.5), Math (1.6-4.5)
  • Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (1.8-4.5), Math (1.7-4.5)
  • Attendance and Punctuality
  • Attendance and Punctuality
  • Attendance and Punctuality
  • Attendance and Punctuality
Methods Limited Unscreened Screened Screened Screened Screened Ed. Opt. Limited Unscreened
Seats 9th Grade GE 0 63 42 75 58 63 75 0 0 0
Grade 9 GE Applicants 0 120 62 128 115 242 149 0 0 0
Grade 9 GE Applicants per Seat 0 2 1 2 2 4 2 0 0 0
Grade 9 GE Filled N/A N N N N N N
Seats 9th Grade SWD 0 12 8 15 12 12 15 0 0 0
Grade 9 SWD Applicants 0 32 20 39 33 70 58 0 0 0
Grade 9 SWD Applicants per Seat 0 3 3 3 3 6 4 0 0 0
Grade 9 SWD Filled N/A N N N N Y N
Seats Specialized 0 0 0 0 0 0
Applicants Specialized 0 0 0 0 0 0
App per Seat Specialized 0 0 0 0 0 0
Location 1 Wells Street, Brooklyn NY 11208 (40.67878, -73.875328)
Subway A, C to Euclid Ave; J, Z to Norwood Ave
Website www.transittechhs.org
Graduation Rate 57.7%
Pct Stu Enough Variety 70.0%
College Career Rate 39.0%
Pct Stu Safe 69.0%
Specialized No
Total Students 1,023
Attendance Rate 86.0%
SAT Takers 0
SAT Reading 387
SAT Math 387
SAT Writing 384
Total Enrollment 1,023
Female 15.0% (149)
Male 85.4% (874)
White 1.5% (15)
Asian 5.6% (57)
Black 62.3% (637)
Hispanic 28.7% (294)
Other 2.0% (20)
Academic Opportunities

CTE program(s) in: Information Technology, Manufacturing Production, Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

iLearnNYC: Program for expanded online coursework and self-paced learning

New STEM initiative, 9th grade Introduction to Engineering and Design, 10th grade STEM based Digital Electronics program

Internships and training through industry partners: MTA, Amtrak, DIIT, Scholars At Work, Work Based Learning Program, and Success Via Apprenticeship

Advanced Placement Courses

AP English

Bus

B13, B14, Q24, Q7, Q8

Addtl Info1
Extracurricular Activities

Cheerleading, Chess, Chorus, Community Service, Conflict Resolution, Debate, Drama, Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, Peer Mediation, SkillsUSA, Steppers, Student Council, Student Mentoring, Transit Yearbook Club, Career Exploration

School Sports
Programs
  • Computer Forensic Science and Technology
  • Transit Industrial Electronics
  • Transit Industrial Electrician
  • Transit Technician Technology
  • Computer Networking
  • Computer Engineering
  • Information Technology
Interests
  • Computer Science & Technology
  • Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Computer Science & Technology
  • Computer Science & Technology
  • Computer Science & Technology
Eligibility
    Audition Information
      Boro K
      School 10th Seats 1
      ELL Programs English as a New Language
      Language Classes Spanish
      Diploma Endorsements CTE
      Neighborhood East New York
      Shared Space
      Campus Name
      Building Code K615
      Phone Number 718-647-5204
      Fax Number 718-647-4458
      School Email 19K615@schools.nyc.gov
      Grades 2018 12-Sep
      Final Grades 12-Sep
      Start Time 8:20am
      End Time 2:40pm
      Psal Sports Boys Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Handball, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Volleyball
      Psal Sports Girls Basketball, Cross Country, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Softball, Volleyball
      Psal Sports Coed Cricket
      Girls
      Boys
      Pbat
      International
      Transfer
      Ptech
      Early College
      Geo Eligibility
      School Accessibility Description 1
      Codes K69B K69K K69L K69M K69N K69P K69R
      Seats 10 Yes - New Yes-5 Yes-5 Yes-5 Yes-5 Yes-10 Yes-10
      Primary Address Line 1 1 Wells Street
      City Brooklyn
      State Code NY
      Lat 40.679
      Lng -73.875
      Zip 11,208
      # Grade 9 320
      # Grade 10 315
      # Grade 11 164
      # Grade 12 224
      ELA Takers 207
      ELA Level 1 45.4% (94)
      ELA Level 2 41.1% (85)
      ELA Level 3 0.0% (0)
      ELA Level 4 0.0% (0)
      ELA Level 3+4 13.5% (28)
      Math Takers 192
      Math Level 1 54.7% (105)
      Math Level 2 31.2% (60)
      Math Level 3 12.5% (24)
      Math Level 4 0.0% (0)
      Math Level 3+4 14.1% (27)

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