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Specials & Extracurricular Activities

Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School, students can explore their interests, learn new skills, and make new friends through a variety of extracurricular activities. Learn more about what we offer below. 

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Technology

We offer one-to-one technology, with each student receiving their own Chromebook.

Students in computer class

Specials

Along with academics, our scholars will be exposed to the arts and more. We offer specials like music, PE, technology, and visual arts.

Student in band

Electives

Our K-8th grade scholars will be able to choose elective classes. We offer health, music, PE, and visual arts. Not all electives are available for all grades.

In-School Programs

In addition to specials and electives, Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School also offers other in-school program activities such as: Black History Programs, Book Buddy Program, College Tours, High School Placement Assistance, High School Visits, Middle School Mentors, Oliver Scholars, Student Ambassadors, and Student Safety Team.

Athletics

Basketball

Basketball

3rd - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Soccer

Soccer

Kindergarten - 2nd Grade

Boys

Boxing club at Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School

You're Invited to Join Our Boxing Club!

BECS has partnered with Alchemist Boxing Fitness Club to offer boxing club to our students! Boxing club will meet once a week from 3:30-5:00 p.m. We have two different meeting times based on grade.

Middle School Mondays, Grades 5-8
Wavy Wednesdays, Grades 1-4

Each session is $20 per student. Permission slips are required for students to participate. Please contact the school office for more details.

Extracurricular Activities

K - 2nd Grade

Basketball Club
Boxing Club (1-2)
Dancing Club
PSA Athletic Program
Tech Club
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3rd - 5th Grade

Basketball Club
Boxing Club
​Dancing Club
Drama
PSA Athletic Program
Tech Club
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6th - 8th Grade

Basketball Club
Boxing Club
​Dancing Club
Drama
PSA Athletic Program
Tech Club
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Events

Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School hosts a variety of events each year. Some examples of events are:

  • Art Fair
  • Author Visits
  • Back to School Jam
  • Book Fair
  • Career Day
  • Community Events
  • Community Pantry
  • Community Resource Fairs
  • Concerts
  • Dean's List Honor's Night
  • Eyes On Education
  • High School Fair
  • School Carnival
  • Smiles, NY
  • Seasonal Dances
  • Student Dances
  • Student Performances

Field Trips

K - 2nd Grade

Brooklyn Botanical Gardens
Fire Department
Green Meadows Farm
Hall of Science
Museum of Math
Museum of Natural History
Robotics Factory
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3rd - 5th Grade

Brooklyn Botanical Gardens
Brooklyn's Children Museum
Hall of Science
Project Green Reach
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6th - 8th Grade

Brooklyn Botanical Gardens
DNA Lab
Dorney Park
Six Flags
Weeksville
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