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I.S. 228 David A. Boody School

 
228 Avenue S Brooklyn, NY 11223
Phone: (718) 375-7635  Fax: (718) 998-4013
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Principal: Dominick D'angelo
Parent Coordinator: Theresa Francis (347) 563-4708

WHAT'S SPECIAL: Strong
DOWNSIDE: The program for English language learners could be stronger; some academic classes lack the spark of the talents.
 
Grade levels: 6 to 8
Class size: 27-28
Enrollment: 916
Ethnicity %:
  30 W; 20 B; 21 H; 30 A
Reading scores:
Math scores:
District 21

Admissions: neighborhood school/exam or audition for talent
Neighborhood: Gravesend
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A large neighborhood school in the quiet Gravesend neighborhood, David A. Boody Magnet School has long been known for its strong magnet programs especially in science and music - that attract kids not just from the neighborhood but from all over Brooklyn. In 2007, after a few years of what longtime teacher called a "laissez faire" attitude from administrators, Dominick D'Angelo became principal. With management skills honed from 16 years in business and banking, D'Angelo rolled up his cuff-linked sleeves, tackled safety issues, and made sure the building got a physical upgrade and new technology even as he made ambitious plans for academic changes.

 

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Mar 10, 2008 The parent of an 8th grader said, formerly "there were safety issues. But we have a new administration and everything is being cleaned up." (February 2008)

Mar 10, 2008 "We have the finest music program in the city," a parent tells Insideschools. "And there is a great science program." This parent, whose child entered the school for the science talent, said he was... read more
Mar 10, 2008 "We have fantastic things going on that we never had," a longtime teacher tells Insideschools. "We have a copy room where teachers can get copies made, we have more computers than ever before."... read more


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