Brooklyn Academy of Science
BASE — Prospect Park, Brooklyn
A innovative, inclusive public high school where science and the environment come to life.
Grades 9–12 • 255 students • A community of critical thinkers and engaged citizens.
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About Our School
Where science meets community .
Brooklyn Academy of Science and the Environment (BASE) is a three-campus NYC public high school that integrates the missions and resources of Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Serving grades 9–12, we offer a rigorous academic program that prepares students to become scientifically literate, critical thinkers and engaged citizens.
Our partnerships with local green spaces create unique opportunities for hands-on learning, environmental activism, and career readiness—all within a supportive community of staff, families, and partners.
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Academic excellence rooted in real-world science and environmental stewardship.
Environmental Science & Partnerships
Through our collaboration with Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Prospect Park, students engage in hands-on environmental science, internships, and community activism.
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Students can earn local, Regents, or Advanced Regents diplomas, with flexible credit and testing requirements to meet diverse learning needs.
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From job placements to environmental advocacy, BASE prepares students for future careers through real-world experiences and skill-building opportunities.
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