Explore Upper School
Our Program
At Explore 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.
Our teachers craft lessons that balance structure with independence—empowering students to succeed not just in teams, but on their own.
Serving students in grades 6 through 8, Explore Upper School is located in Flatbush, Brooklyn (CSD 17).
School Highlights
- Our Common Core-aligned curricula emphasize 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.
Meet The Team
At Explore Upper School, our leadership team is a group of committed educators:
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Principal: Karen Hicks
Director of Operations: Godwina Titus
Academic Director: Shipnia Bytyqi
Academic Manager: Winsome McIntosh
Academic Coordinator: Chelsea Padilla
Special Populations Manager: Jade Guy
Dean of Students: Lysaine Augustin
Fast Facts
185 Students
185 Students
Grades 6–8
CSD 17, Flatbush Brooklyn
Opened in 2002
“For me, Explore Schools means somewhere that you go to learn and try the best you can, so in the future when you go to high school and college, you can make your dreams come true.”
– Elias, Explore Upper School Student
All Upper Schools
Explore Upper
Located at:
655 Parkside Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Email: Godwina Titus, DOO here.
Phone: (347) 496-8770
Empower Upper
Located at:
188 Rochester Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Email: Alain Balan, DOO here.
Phone: (718) 771-2090
Excel Upper
Located at:
956 East 82nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Email: Operations Team, here.
Phone: (929) 345-0209
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Contact Us
Phone:
347-201-0744
E-mail:
information@explorenetwork.org
Mail:
Explore Schools
20 Jay Street, Suite 211
Brooklyn, NY 11201
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