Where Tigers
Roar!
Welcome to
Central Brooklyn Ascend Lower School
The mission of every Ascend school is to equip our students with the knowledge, confidence, and character to succeed in college and beyond.
By offering a rich liberal arts education in a supportive environment, we animate children’s natural sense of curiosity and prepare students to think on their own, thrive on their own, and engage the world as informed, responsible citizens.
Visit the Contact us page for our phone number and email address.
Visit the About us page for our staff contact information.
Recent communication
Family Letter regarding Re-opening - August 2021 - 8.1.21
Introducing Katie Capella - CBACS Principal SY21-22 7.9.21 - Translated
Family Letter - June 2021 - SY20-21 - Reopening Decision 6.7.21 - Translated
New Family Welcome Letter for SY 2021-22
Letter from your Principal, Ms. Foster - 5.3.21 - Translated
School Year 2021-2022 Calendar - 3.19.21
English Haitian Creole Spanish
Ascend's New CEO - Recy Benjamin Dunn - Read the Announcement
English Haitian Creole Spanish
This month at CBACS
NYC - Department of Education & Health Immunization Requirements
All students entering NYC schools must submit a Health Examination Form performed within one year of school entry as well as have up-to-date immunization.
Our uniform policy can be found here.
You can purchase your scholar's uniform at:
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The League Brand - School & Gym Uniform
Uniform Expectations:
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Remote Learning: Scholars are not be expected to wear uniforms during remote instruction. Scholars are expected to be dressed appropriately for “virtual” school. No Pajamas!
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In-person: Scholars will be expected to attend school in-person in full uniform, when in-person instruction resumes.
Become an Ascend parent or student ambassador! learn more
OPT-IN to text messaging
You can participate in this free service just by sending a text message of “Y” or “Yes” to our school’s short code number, 67587.
SY21-22 documents will soon be available
Parent Reminders Letter
School schedule, bus procedures, main office and staff communication, arrival & dismissal, classroom visits, lost & found info can be found here.
Who should I speak to for what? - Quick Sheet
Attached is a document listing the staff people to contact if you should have any questions about our program. Refer to this document for questions regarding curriculum, assessments, special education services, ENL, social services, operations, culture, specials (dance, capoeira and chess).
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Learn more about applying here.
Attention families
We will notify you by telephone regarding changes in arrival and dismissal.
Winter weather & school closure notices:
In case of school closings, please listen to the news for NYC Public School closings not for a Central Brooklyn Ascend announcement.
Update your contact information TODAY!
We want to make sure you are connected with the school to receive all important updates for your scholar. Visit the contact page and send us an email with any contact updates to ensure that we have your most updated contact information.
Be sure we have your correct email address.