I.S. 136 Charles O. Dewey

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Admissions

For fall 2027 entry · from MySchools, checked October 15

• Charles O. Dewey Middle School (I.S. 136) (K136S), K136S

  Open — Students are randomly selected

  Diversity in Admissions: Applicants eligible for free or reduced price lunch, applicants living in temporary housing, and/or English Language Learners will be considered first for 52% of seats. For the remaining 48% of seats, all students will be considered.

• French Dual Language Program (K136N), K136N

  Open — Students are randomly selected

  Diversity in Admissions: Applicants eligible for free or reduced price lunch, applicants living in temporary housing, and/or English Language Learners will be considered first for 52% of seats. For the remaining 48% of seats, all students will be considered.

• Spanish Dual Language Program (K136M), K136M

  Open — Students are randomly selected

  Diversity in Admissions: Applicants eligible for free or reduced price lunch, applicants living in temporary housing, and/or English Language Learners will be considered first for 52% of seats. For the remaining 48% of seats, all students will be considered.

Clubs, arts and sports

Music

Band/Brass/Percussion/Woodwinds

Visual & performing arts

Choreographic Practices, Comic Book Club, Creative Writing, Dance, Traditional and Studio Art

STEM

Math Team, Math Team, Science Club, Science Olympiad, STEM, Urban Advantage

Sports & fitness

Baseball, Basketball, Fitness, Soccer, Volleyball, Yoga

Academics

Advisory, Algebra I, Foreign Language, French Club, Homework Help, Library, Middle School Algebra ACC, Middle School Biology ACC, Spanish, Specialized High School Test Preparation, Tutoring, World Languages (Middle School)

Clubs & leadership

Book Club, Chess, Debate, Debate, Gardening, Green Team, National Junior Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Newspaper, Peer Mediation, School Newspaper, Service Learning, Spelling Bee, Student Council, Student Council, Yearbook

Programs

Bilingual Special Education (BSE): Spanish, Family Volunteer Opportunities, Field Trips, Free After School Program, Health Center, Uniform

About the school

AtMiddle School 136, we provide students with access to a rigorous and engaging curriculum aligned to the New York State Next Generation Learning Standards. Our instructional program is designed to build on students’ strengths, lived experiences, cultures, and interests while ensuring all students have access to grade-level content and opportunities for academic success. Students have the opportunity to become bilingual and biliterate through our Spanish Dual Language Program or study French as a World Language. Our school also prioritizes the development of the whole child by embedding social-emotional learning, restorative practices, advisory, and Dewey’s 4 C’s - Curiosity, Collaboration, Commitment, and Courage -—into daily instruction and school culture. Beyond the classroom, students can explore their interests and talents through a variety of extracurricular activities, leadership opportunities, sports teams, and student clubs. Students may participate in programs such as visual arts, theater, dance, vocal and instrumental music, debate, student government, NJHS, athletics, and other enrichment experiences that foster confidence, leadership, and personal growth. At Dewey, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where every student feels valued, challenged, and empowered. We believe in educating the whole child and preparing students to thrive in high school, college, careers, and beyond. Diversity in Admissions (DIA): Priority is given to applicants eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, students in temporary housing, and English Language Learners for 52% of available seats.

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