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This week, our Gr. 2 engineers got into the Halloween spirit by designing and building their own Halloween cardboard baskets! It was a great opportunity for students to practice their building skills, problem-solving, and creativity while learning how to use different tools!

Please join us in congratulating our 2027 Commended Students recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation! Head of School Josh Harmon presented certificates to Harrison L., William S., Hugo S., and Indi S. from our Class of 2027 today. #Proud

Today marks 25 years since the 9/11 attacks. We at BASIS Independent Brooklyn are honored to join @911Memorial to remember September 11, 2001 with a picture taken of the sky we all share. Supporting The Never Forget Fund now helps a new generation #NeverForget911 #RememberTheSky.

Welcome Dean Repetto to our Middle School Student Affairs team! She will partner closely with Dir. Cameron and Dean Russell in the year ahead, helping ensure every student’s Middle School experience nurtures their intellect, character, and independence. hubs.li/Q04wW6710

Discover how BASIS Independent Brooklyn empowers students to think independently, achieve more than they imagined, and grow into fearless, confident thinkers. #basisindependentbrooklyn #fall2027 #privateschool #fearlessthinkers #homeofthebears

Exciting news! Our very own PreK teacher, Ms. Stella Moon, is recording a new children's album, and she invited one of her talented students, Celine P., to join her on a beautiful track called "Love Over Fear." She shared photos from the session, and we are proud to share them!

Happy 4th of July! Happy 250th Birthday, America! To mark this milestone, we wanted to share a fantastic resource: Georgetown University's College of Arts & Sciences curated a great list of books, songs, movies, and podcasts celebrating America's 250th. hubs.li/Q04nxNwl0

From PreK to Gr. 2, our students don’t just read about how living things grow and change; they witness it. Each year, our campus becomes a living science lab as we welcome a carefully chosen cast of creatures. "Making Science Come to Life": hubs.li/Q04mNkxk0

Our Middle School Term Project Trip to South Korea was an incredible exploration of Seoul, Busan, and Gyeongju. What an amazing, memorable journey! Huge thanks to Mr. Chen for leading the trip alongside super chaperones Ms. Weathers, Ms. Tilly, Mr. Rappelfeld, and Mr. Josephson!

Our high school trip to Costa Rica was packed with adventure and natural wonder, from volcano hikes and white water rafting to ziplining and kayaking. We explored lush rainforests and were treated to unforgettable wildlife sightings, including sloths, macaws, and toucans.

On the heels of the Tony Awards, we celebrate the stars of our Spring Musical, Matilda. A heartfelt bravo to our exceptional cast, and deep gratitude to the incredible Ms. Markel, Ms. Davis, and Ms. Tilly for their inspired direction and coaching.

Shoutout to our Middle School Boys Indoor Soccer team and Coach Jose! They battled their way to the playoffs and ended their season in a hard-fought game. The determination and grit they showed all season was something special. We can't wait to cheer them on again next year!

Last week, our Gr. 6-8 band & choir students had the opportunity to travel to Orlando to learn at Disney's Imagination Campus with Ms. Davis and Ms. Klares! They dove into an immersive workshop exploring how Disney harnesses the power of music in storytelling and business.

On this Memorial Day, we pay tribute to all the men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. #memorialday #rememberingourheroes #basisindependentbrooklyn

At the National Geography Bee in Cambridge this past weekend, Billy M. ‘28 was one of 38 students who qualified from over 6000 participants! He placed 11th overall. Please join us in congratulating Billy!!

“This class has brought a rare combination of dedication and compassion to everything they have done here, and I have no doubt they will carry that same spirit into the university communities they will join next year,” stated Head of School Harmon. hubs.li/Q04g47yn0

Thank you to the moms and maternal figures who were there for all the big milestones, from the first day of school to the big concerts, all the way up to high school graduation. Happy Mother's Day!

Coach Eddie is proud to announce that our Chess Bears represented our school with distinction at the National Chess Championships this weekend. Let's celebrate our incredible results: K-5 Elementary Championships: Milo S. — Award Winner (5 points)! K-6 U1200 — 8th Place Team!

If you listen closely, you can hear us cheering on our Quiz Bowl Team, currently in Chicago competing at Nationals! In just two years, our Quiz Bowl team members have shown remarkable drive and passion in building their club. A huge thank you to their dedicated coach, Mr. Koppel.

We're proud to celebrate Chiara Padejka (BIB '20), whose film Rope Tied will screen at the Miami Film Festival tomorrow alongside work by acclaimed filmmakers including Sofia Coppola. She co-wrote, directed, and produced the film, which premiered at the Cinequest Film Festival.