Transfer Schools
Have you dropped out of high school or fallen behind? Do you want to earn your high school diploma? Are you thinking about returning to school? One of Good Shepherd Services transfer high schools might be right for you.
Apply to attend one of our transfer high schools!
What Makes Us Different?
Small, Supportive, Personalized Learning Environment
- Individualized relationship with an Advocate Counselor who provides guidance and support to help you set realistic goals and achieve them
- Small schools of 150-200 students, with 20-25 students per class
- Highly qualified teachers trained to address individual learning needs
- Opportunity to form positive relationships with adults inside and outside the classroom
Fast Track to Graduation
- Accelerated credit program so you can earn up to 20 credits a year
- Three academic cycles per year (with potential for a fourth summer cycle)
- Twice monthly feedback for students and parents about your academic progress
A Chance to Grow
- An opportunity for every student to have a voice in the life of the school
- Opportunities to participate in internships and community service activities
- Engaging learning environment to guide students in exploring talents and interests
- Help with plans after graduation including college, vocational training and employment
Are We Right For You?
Students, please contact us if you:
- Are at least 16 years old
- Have been enrolled in a NYC high school
- Have a history of truancy or have dropped out of school
- Are ready to commit to a school community that will support you in achieving a high school diploma and creating a post-secondary plan
Families, please contact us if you:
- Would like a partnership in creating goals for your son/daughter
- Would like frequent feedback on your young person's progress
- Would like your son/daughter in a positive learning environment that builds on strengths and prepares students for life after high school
Next Steps
Our admissions process involves three steps, a reading exam and math assessment, an interview with an Advocate Counselor, and an interview with you and a parent or other caring adult. We take time with each young person because we believe in the power of young people to make conscious decisions about their futures.
To start the admissions process, contact us to schedule an interview with an Advocate Counselor and make sure to bring a copy of your permanent record and attendance history. Please see below for contact information for each school.
South Brooklyn Community High School
718-422-1915, ext. 351
West Brooklyn Community High School
718-686-1444, ext. 1062
718-585-4108, ext. 5161
A Former Student's Perspective
Click here to read about the experiences of one of our graduates.
"We want students to tell their story - we don't want them to edit out their experience. We want to hear their dreams about the future and understand how they see themselves."
- Millie Henriquez-McArdle,
SBCHS Program Director
