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Supply List

School year 2023-24 begins Thursday September 7th, this article has the list of supplies students should start the year with.
2023 College Board National Recognition Program Awardees

2023 College Board National Recognition Program Awardees

A special Congratulations to five of Excelsior's Scholars!
"Students at your school have been awarded National Recognition from the College Board.
Your students earned this academic honor because of their GPA of 3.5 or higher and outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT®, PSAT™ 10, and/or AP® Exams. They can now list this honor on applications to stand out to colleges. "

Accessing DOE Grades

Students in NYC DOE schools that are using the new NYC DOE Grades application will be able to view their courses, assignments, and assignment grades in TeachHub. Families view that information using the NYCSA portal. To access these new features, please follow the steps below.

Gym Uniforms and School Swag

Physical Education is a required course, during your child's academic tenure in High School proper attire is required to engage. As a result we are requiring students to wear a gym uniform, and at the moment only a t-shirt is required. T-Shirts cost ...
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Covid Response

Like many communities in NYC, Excelsior has been impacted by the Coronavirus.
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Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast

Thank you for making Excelsior Preparatory High School a part of your educational journey. The experiences you will have are a combination of academics, athletics, the arts and social/emotional values that are specifically incorporated into our school community to enhance your overall foundation. It is important to learn to prioritize and maintain a balanced life that contributes to success and enjoyment of the fruits of your labor. These are skills that over your lifetime will help you to maintain your focus towards achieving your goals. Hard work, dedication and self-confidence will play significant roles in your ability to be successful.

Fast Facts

  • 4 College Now Classes
  • 1:1 Laptop to Student Ratio
  • 10 AP Classes
  • 20 PSAL Sport Teams
  • ONLY school in Queens that offers a Capstone Diploma
  • S.T.E.A.M. School
  • 16:1 Student Teacher Ratio
  • 1 of 179 PROSE Schools

Principal Orji's September 2023 Message

Excelsior Prep High School Principal Rodney Orji's September 2023 message to the school community.
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