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Apr15

Brown School History

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Nellie Brown's Neighborhood

by Don Rittner

Originally posted in the Times Union - April 1, 2012

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I had the privilege of being the Honorary Chairman of last night’s Brown School Gala and fundraiser and enjoyed it immensely since I am a big fan of that school and its history.

Brown School is one of the oldest private schools in the area still offering classes.  The oldest private school in America is the Collegiate School in NYC founded in 1628 three years after the founding of New Amsterdam by the Dutch. The oldest in Schenectady is Union College which started out as the Schenectady Academy in 1785 on the corner of Union and Ferry and morphed into Union a decade later. Brown School started in 1893.

To read more, view the full article at timesunion.com or view the .pdf version.

Last Updated ( Sunday, 15 April 2012 18:47 )
 
Mar18

Summer Literacy Program and Individual Tutoring

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Due to increasing popularity, we are increasing our Summer Literacy Program this year.  We are offering six week-long sessions to students in grades K-3.  Each day, children will have the opportunity to practice a variety of literacy skills, including reading, writing, listening and speaking, as well as math skills through the science-based themes.  Children will practice choosing books which are appropriate to their personal reading level and read one on one with the teachers.  All instruction will be individualized to each child’s levels, while allowing them to work alone, with a partner, as part of a small group and in the whole group setting.

Each session is offered twice, for a duration of one week, and meets Monday through Friday mornings from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Session One: Be A Scientist!
Science Experiments Include: Erupting Volcanos, Oobleck, Secret Invisible Messages, Magic Jumping Coins, Bouncing Bubbles
June 25 - 29 or July 23 - 27

Session Two: To The Moon And Beyond
Special Activities Include: Rocket Launching, Astronaut Life, Create Your Own Planet, Space Invaders
July 9 - 13 or August 6 - 10

Session Three: A Bug’s Life
Special Activities Include: Bug Pen and Journal, Bug Hunt, Making a Bug Hotel, Bug Catcher
July 30 - August 3 or August 13 - 17

Individual tutoring for students entering grades K-8 will also be available.  Limited spaces for a one hour individual tutoring session will be offered starting at a cost of $60 per hour, or $30 per half hour.  Students do not need to be enrolled in one of the above sessions to enroll in tutoring.

To sign up for either the Summer Literacy Program or to get more information about the individual tutoring sessions, please download and view our brochure, or you can sign up online.

Last Updated ( Wednesday, 21 March 2012 18:44 )
 
Oct04

Open House Dates for Prospective Parents

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Take a look at Brown School during one of our upcoming Open Houses for prospective parents.  These are a great first step for families exploring school choices for students in Nursery – Grade Eight.  Our next Open House is scheduled for Thursday, April 26 - 5:00-7:00 p.m.

All tours, including lunchtime tours, are available by appointment.  To schedule a tour or to receive more information, contact our Admissions Office at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or by calling 370-0366 ext. 350.

Last Updated ( Saturday, 31 March 2012 10:29 )
 
Nov30

In The News

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Find out more about what Brown School has been doing in our community:

December 1, 2011 - Football Kids Get a Day in NFL Sun (Times Union)

June 5, 2011 - Taking the Mercado to Proctors (YNN, Times Union, Schenectady Today)

March 5, 2011 - Kids Put on Their Thinking Caps For Events

March 5, 2011 - Students Take Part in National Science Bowl

Archives

November 24, 2010 -Brown School wins Mayors Youth Award in parade
November 24, 2010 - MindUP - StressLESS Holiday Forum
November 16, 2010 - MindUP - StressLESS Holiday Forum
November 11, 2010 - Veterans Day (Fox23 News) (YNN) (Daily Gazette)
November 11, 2010 - MindUP - Australia's 60 Minutes
July, 2010 - MindUP - Panel Discussion on Creativity and Problem Solving
May 27, 2010 - Friehofers Athletes Visit School
April 8, 2010 -  MindUP - State of Education
April 1, 2010 - MindUP - Goldie Hawn visit
March 10, 2010 - MindUP Goldie Hawn visit
Last Updated ( Thursday, 01 December 2011 09:23 )
 
Dec13

Brown School Mission

Our mission is to inspire each student to love learning while striving for academic excellence. Brown School’s teachers work to identify and develop the strengths of individual students, thereby stimulating discovery, imagination, and critical thinking. Small classes, a dedicated staff, and an innovative curriculum, combine to motivate children to reach their potential both academically and socially. The school’s nurturing environment supports a diverse student community and encourages confident, articulate learners, who are disciplined, responsible and respectful of others.

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