Brooklyn Laboratory Charter Schools (LAB)

The mission of Brooklyn Laboratory Charter Schools (LAB) is to prepare scholars with the academic foundation, digital literacy, and leadership skills necessary to succeed in college and professional life as they grow as ethical leaders. Together, the LAB community will achieve its mission through: Rigorous college-preparatory academics High academic and behavioral expectations An extended learning day, week, and year Frequent opportunities for enrichment and passion-driven learning A commitment to knowing every scholar and giving them the tools to succeed An environment focused on entrepreneurial learning A joyous structured school culture that stresses positive youth development and scaffolds to independence Highly effective teachers and leaders LAB will provide a rigorous academic program focused on the knowledge, skills, and character necessary to master core academic subjects in preparation for success in college and careers. Scholars will receive a structured civic and leadership education so that all of the organization's graduates are prepared to be active and productive citizens in their communities. To enliven the kind of school that LAB is seeking to create, all members of the LAB community are expected to adhere to the following CREED: Courage Responsibility and Integrity Excellence Entrepreneurial Learning Determination