We invite you to learn more about our work at NYC Outward Bound Schools by browsing through our videos, stories and impact numbers online. You can also view a full list of 2023-24 donors, or make a gift to support our work.
Instruction for Deeper Learning
Corey Sapp, our 2024 Gaynor McCown Award Winner
Corey Sapp, a Dean and Social Studies teacher at CSSJ, was chosen as this year’s teacher honoree for the high expectations he holds for his students, for his empathy and vulnerability, and for his engaging and culturally relevant curriculum.
What Do NYC Youth Want for Earth Day? An End to Fossil Fuels
Leaders High School’s English unit on persuasive rhetoric included an in-person protest outside of Citigroup headquarters earlier this year for Earth Day. News outlet City Limits covered the event.
Crew
Social, Emotional and Academic Development (SEAD) in Crew
Crew provides a space for students to feel joy and belonging in their full, intersectional identities, manage the pressures of school and life, and come together to build a stronger community. This structure and culture of Crew fosters SEAD in students, and helps build skills like collaboration, empathy and critical thinking.
Watch this video case study to see more about how Crew supports recent immigrants at Bronx International, provides a structure for town hall at Lyons Community School, and serves as space for identity discussion at Harvest Collegiate High School.
The Big Rappel
Outward Bound Makes History With The Big Rappel
On Monday, May 6, 2024, Outward Bound partnered with The Empire State Realty Trust to host The Big Rappel, an incredible never-before-attempted feat. Browse photos, press coverage, social media highlights, and more from this historic day.
Watch this video featuring WHEELS alumna and Big Rappel participant Jennifer Lopez from our 2024 Gala. During her speech, Jenni speaks about how her high school experience ultimately prepared her for facing challenges in postsecondary life.
NYC Outward Bound Schools In the News
New York City’s First Hybrid School Gives Students Flexible, Real-World Learning
The 74
Gio Benitez rappels down the Empire State Building
Good Morning America
Students at Brooklyn Collaborative Studies march through neighborhood to celebrate post-graduation plans
News 12 Brooklyn
SMBC Announces Building Resilient Futures to Enrich Youth Through the Power of the Outdoors
Business Wire