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
Accessing Progress & Report Cards via Illuminate Student Portal - Translated
Principal Letter - Robb Elementary School, TX - 5.26.22 - Translated
Updated Mask Guidance Letter to Families - 5.10.22 - Translated
Ascend Family Letter - Our New Purpose, Mission & Values - 4.5.22 - Translated
YMCA Summer Camp SY 21 -22 Flier
Ascend's Mask & Health Policy Update - 3.7.22 - Translated
Family Letter - Engage in Ascend's Purpose Work - 11.4.21 - Translated
Mirimus SalivaClear Testing Family Letter - 10.3.21 - Translated
Family Letter - Adult Vaccination Policy - 10.2021
English Haitian Creole Spanish
Dismissal Pass Reminders - 8.17.21 - Translated
This month at CBACS
CBACS Tigers
Parent Reminders
Stay updated through our Family Newsletter. Here you will find information and reminders regarding upcoming events, calendar updates, resources and much more!
Click to view any of our translated newsletters below:
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Passport App Download Instructions
JUNE School Food Menus
Don't forget to send your scholar with a filled water bottle daily!
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.
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.
Questions about the school calendar, attendance, enrollment, food service, transportation, etc.?
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Family handbook SY21-22
The Family Handbook details our expectations, policies, and procedures. You will find important information about family participation, school rules and routines, our discipline and behavior management policies, and much more.
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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Attention families
We will notify you by telephone regarding changes in arrival and dismissal.
Winter weather & school closure notices:
Inclement Weather Notice - Please review
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.