Empower Upper School
Our Program
At Empower Upper School our instructional program is based on the belief that all students can meet high expectations when provided the right environment and resources to achieve.
We work hand-in-hand with our families to prepare our students for success in high school, college, and beyond.
Serving students in grades 6 through 8, Empower Upper School is located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn (CSD 17).
School Highlights
Our Common Core aligned curricula emphasizes critical thinking and rigor, helping our students develop the skills they need for college-preparatory high schools.
Our High School Placement Coordinator works with each 8th grader to help them find college-preparatory high schools aligned to their unique interests and needs.
Our students participate in a wide array of enrichment activities — including art, dance, music and physical education weekly.
Empower Upper School Leadership Team
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Janelle Samuel
Principal
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Alain Balan
Director of Operations
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Gabrielle Sarda
Academic Coordinator
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Dana Fowler
Special Populations Coordinator
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Germany Jackson
Dean of Culture
Fast Facts
205 Students
Grades 6-8
CSD 17,
Crown Heights Brooklyn
Opened in 2009
“Explore Schools is a place where I go to escape all the drama outside, where I can learn to the best of my ability every single day, and where I can do the best I can do and reflect on my own progress.”
– Chrysto, Empower Charter School Student