Cypress Hills Ascend Charter Middle School

Overview

Cypress Hills Ascend Middle School has opened in its brand-new location at 2840 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn for junior high students from the Cypress Hills neighborhood in grades five through seven. The school will expand to enroll students in grade eight for the 2025-26 school year. In addition to our core curriculum, the school offers dance, computer science and physical education. Students also have leadership opportunities through student government representatives by grade.

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The Ascend Difference

Academic Results

Ascend has not only outperformed local community school districts in ELA and Math but has also excelled across New York City and New York State!

Caring and Committed Teachers

We are dedicated to maintaining the tight-knit, responsive community of teachers, families and students Cypress Hills Middle School has created.

Commitment to DEIA

We strive to embody our values of diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism in staffing, curriculum, and policies/practices.

Beautiful Classrooms

We are proud to operate safe, clean and bright facilities that show respect for our middle school students and teachers.

From the Principal's Desk:

“At Cypress Hills, we believe that “the world is your playground,” and we want every student to know they can achieve whatever they set their minds to. We are committed to creating a space where excellence is fueled by love, ensuring students have the tools, support, and confidence to reach their goals. Our school reflects what our students care about by helping them stay connected to their culture and community while also challenging them to grow academically and personally.

We work to ensure every student feels secure, empowered, and confident in their ability to succeed. Through an inclusive and supportive approach, we remind students that this is their school and that we are here for them every step of the way. By staying grounded in shared values, caring deeply for one another, and growing together as a community, we create an environment where all students can thrive.”

- Axel Nda