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What’s Special
Broad range of student activities and sports teams; onsite free medical clinic
The Downside
Student attendance needs to improve
Abraham Lincoln High School offers a broad array of classes, extracurricular activities, and sports teams. It is open to students who are zoned for the school and others from across Brooklyn who enter via one of six specialized programs: digital photography, digital media, veterinary sciences, virtual enterprise, computer science, and American history and law. Nearly 100 years old, Lincoln counts among its alumni three Nobel laureates in science and medicine, as well as politicians, federal judges, and entertainers such as Neil Diamond, Harvey Keitel and Louis Gosset, Jr.
Academics and Instruction: Most students stay with the same specialized program for all four years. Typically, they take one class per semester in their chosen program and participate in other themed activities.
Lessons often start with a “do-now” assignment, followed by a “mini-lecture,” with most of the class session left for students to work independently or in small groups. Tutoring is available throughout the school day during students’ free periods.
Students may take advantage of a range of advanced and elective courses. Lincoln also has partnerships with Syracuse University, Kings County Community College and CUNY’s College Now program to offer dual enrollment classes, where students may earn both high school and college credit for select college-level classes taught by Lincoln teachers.
Incoming freshmen may participate in a two-week summer bridge program, where they tour the school and participate in activities to help them adjust to high school and make friends ahead of the first day of school.
Class sizes run large, averaging 34 students. Spanish is the only foreign language taught.
Culture and Environment: Students in all programs have the same group of teachers throughout their time at Lincoln, and follow the same guidance counselor until graduation. The social studies and English departments work together on anti-bullying lessons, and social workers offer surveys throughout the year to keep track of students’ social and emotional wellness.
The school hosts many sports teams and an eclectic mix of student clubs and activities, including a couse to become a certified drone operator. Students also run fundraisers for organizations such as NYC Mammas, a nonprofit that supports mothers and families experiencing homelessness and poverty.
Fun school-wide activities include a haunted house, an Easter egg hunt, talent shows, musicals, and a culture day.
Attendance is a challenge. Teachers and administrators are trying to tackle the problem through student engagement and incentives, such as treats and “swag” on Fridays (when attendance is typically the lowest). Those with perfect Friday attendance are invited to an annual carnival.
Special Education and English as a New Language (ENL) The school offers ICT (integrated co-teaching), self-contained classes, counseling, speech, and other services. The school also hosts a program in partnership with District 75 open to students who are recommended for an “inclusion program” in their I.E.P.
Tutoring is available to students learning English. There are also dedicated classes for beginning English learners.
Building and Facilities: Located a few blocks from Coney Island beach, Lincoln’s facilities include three gymnasiums, two weight rooms, two animal labs (one for marine life), a swimming pool, a mock courtroom where students stage mock trials, and outdoor athletic fields.
There’s an on-site medical clinic run in partnership with NYU Langone, where students may get physical exams and mental health services for free.
College and Career: The school offers virtual and in-person college tours and college fairs. An elective course called “knowledge for college” teaches juniors and seniors how to apply for college, financial aid and more. (Dashiel Allen, via interview and web reports, July 2024)
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Advanced Courses
Calculus
Computer Science
Physics
Advanced Foreign Language
Not offered in 2021-21AP/IB Arts, English, History or Social Science
AP/IB Math or Science
Music
College Readiness
Programs & Admissions
From the 2024 High School DirectoryVeterinary Sciences and Animal Care (K24A)
Program Description:
A three-year program for students with a strong interest in a future career in animal care and health. Coursework focuses on small and large mammals, reptiles, fish, and birds. Students in the program score higher than their peers on Science Regents Exams, possibly earn college credit, gain hands-on experience with animals in our labs and at work sites.
Virtual Enterprise (K24B)
Program Description:
VE replicates all the functions of a real business in both structure and practice. Students create and manage their virtual businesses, developing a hands-on understanding of all aspects of business, including product development, web design, production, marketing, sales, distribution, human resources, and accounting/finance. Through the VE program, students hone vital skills that place them ahead of the curve when they enter college and the workforce.
Digital Media (K24C)
Program Description:
This program introduces students to the world of media production. Students develop their creative ideas and learn how to share them with the world through professional-quality video production. Regular live broadcasts of Lincoln's prestigious athletic programs train students in a "real time" production environment. Working with Adobe Premiere, professional cameras and editing equipment, students share and edit their own projects.
Computer Science (K24J)
Program Description:
In today's world, technology is the driving force of change. Through our four-year Computer Science Program, students study the design and development of software and hardware to solve real world problems in a variety of business and social contexts. Students develop critical thinking and problem solving skills, while coding a computer to think like a human. Computer Science students leave Lincoln amply prepared for the challenges and changes in the world of technology.
Digital Photography (K24L)
Program Description:
Techniques of black and white, color, digital studio, scientific, still, and video imaging that prepare students for both college and professional careers. Interested students may schedule an appointment for a tour of the program.
Honors Institute for American Studies and Law-Gilder Lehrman (K24M)
Program Description:
A humanities-based program for gifted students that explores the issues of Law and American History through a four-year sequence. Courses offered in the program included: Introduction to Law, Criminology, Constitutional Law, and Sociology. Students in this program receive preferential treatment for acceptance in AP World History, Syracuse University Project Advance or SUPA Public Policy, SUPA Personal Finance, and SUPA US History courses, all of which include college credits.
Abraham Lincoln High School D75 Inclusion Program (K24U)
Zoned (K24Z)
Program Description:
Zoned students have access to all Abraham Lincoln High School programs. This includes AP classes, specialized electives, academic clubs and the Music, Theater and Fine Arts pathway. In this pathway, students are exposed to different facets of the Arts. Through creative expression, students will share universal themes, values and emotions. They will improve their social skills, develop a creative eye, and gain multiple perspectives in their chosen artistic field.
Offerings
From the 2024 High School DirectoryLanguage Courses
Spanish
Advanced Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP Calculus AB, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Psychology, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP United States History, AP World History: Modern, Chemistry (Advanced Science), Econ/Gov (College Course [Credited]), ELA (College Course [Credited]), Physics (Advanced Science), Science (College Course [Credited]), Social Studies (College Course [Credited]), US History (College Course [Credited]), World Languages (Advanced World Languages)
Boys PSAL teams
Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football, Handball, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
Girls PSAL teams
Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Handball, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
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Contact & Location
Location
2800 Ocean Parkway
Brooklyn
NY
11235
Trains: to Neptune Av-Van Siclen; to Ocean Parkway
Buses: B1, B36, B4, B68
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This school is in its own building.
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