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Gaynor McCown Expeditionary

X265 — New Springville, Staten Island

A bold, credentialed, whole-child education where every student’s unique genius is nurtured through mastery, character, and high-quality work.

Grades 9–12 • First fully credentialed EL school in McCown history • A community of explorers and achievers

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About Our School

Where every explorer thrives.

Founded in 2009, Gaynor McCown Expeditionary Learning School serves grades 9–12 with a fully credentialed EL Education model. Our students master knowledge and skills, develop character, and produce high-quality work that prepares them to contribute their unique genius to the world.

We believe in the power of expeditionary learning—where classrooms extend into the community, and every lesson is an adventure. From Summer Bridge programs to hands-on Crew mentorship, we build a culture of belonging and excellence.

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100%
EL Education
Credentialed
9–12
Grades Served
1:1
Devices for
Every Student
3
Dimensions of
Student Achievement

What We Offer

Our Programs

Rigorous academics and real-world exploration for every student.

Expeditionary Learning

Our fully credentialed EL model integrates rigorous academics with real-world expeditions, ensuring students master knowledge, character, and high-quality work.

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Crew Mentorship

Every student is part of a Crew—a small, supportive group that fosters belonging, leadership, and community through mentorship and team-building.

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Summer Bridge

New students join us before the school year for community-building, exploration, and a head start on their McCown journey.

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Upcoming Events

School events, PTA meetings, and important dates — all in one place.

A live events calendar, right here.

Your Google Calendar syncs straight into the site — tours, PTA meetings, and key dates update automatically, no re-typing. We wire this up when you come aboard.

Tax Deductible

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children's future.

Your donation funds arts programs, teaching assistants, and school trips. Every dollar makes a difference for our students.