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District 23
One of the smallest in the city, District 23 serves the neighborhoods of Ocean Hill, Brownsville, and parts of East New York. Single-family homes are interspersed with old brownstones, apartment buildings, and public housing projects. Many district schools follow the Core Knowledge curriculum developed by E.D. Hirsch. In the 2007 reorganization of the Department of Education, many District 23 principals joined the Knowledge Network Leadership Support Organization led by Kathleen Cashin, the former district superintendent. The district is home to Kingsborough Medical Center and Brookdale Hospital.
District contacts
Each district has a superintendent, and a family advocate who is charged with responding to parents' concerns.
In addition, parents in each district elect a Communty Education Council (CEC), an advisory panel, to represent them. CEC members have little formal power but some are effective advocates for parents.
1655 St. Mark\'s Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11233 - Map
Most questions about special education can be answered by your child's teacher or principal. If you are new to New York City or your child attends private or parochial school, contact the nearest Committee on Special Education for an evaluation.
Mariama Sandi
1665 St. Marks Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11233 - Map
Phone: 718240350035578
To enroll your child, go to the school or the nearest enrollment office.
1665 St. Marks Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11233 - Map
Phone: (718) 240-3500
This office handles both general education and special education enrollment
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