College Connection
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- Campus exposure
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- Pathway planning
Dock Street School for STEAM Studies (13K313)
FREE Brooklyn College Community Partnership SONYC program for ages 11-14. Unique program building bridges from Brooklyn communities to Brooklyn College through flexible, relationship-based programming.
The Brooklyn College Community Partnership is unique among youth development programs. Building bridges from Brooklyn communities to Brooklyn College, their flexible, relationship-based programming truly engages young people, meeting them right where they are, supporting their academic and personal development, and making college a tangible, positive reality for them.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 19 Dock Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 |
| Borough | Brooklyn (DUMBO / Downtown Brooklyn) |
| Provider | Research Foundation of the City University of New York |
| Program Type | School’s Out New York City (SONYC) |
| Website | rfcuny.org |
| School | Dock Street School for STEAM Studies (13K313) |
| Cost | Free |
| Ages Served | 11-14 years old (middle school) |
Relationship-Based
- Mentorship connections
- Individual support
- Meeting youth where they are
- Personal development
- Trusted relationships
Academic Support
- Homework help
- Tutoring services
- STEAM focus
- Literacy programs
- Study skills
Flexible Programming
- Student-centered approach
- Responsive to needs
- Adaptive activities
- Choice-based learning
- Individual pacing
Brooklyn College Community Partnership participants engage in:
- College Exposure: Regular visits to Brooklyn College campus to make higher education tangible and accessible
- CUNY Connection: Building relationships with college students, professors, and staff
- Relationship-Based Support: Mentors who meet students where they are and support individual development
- Academic Development: Homework help, tutoring, and support aligned with STEAM curriculum
- Personal Growth: Programs addressing social-emotional needs, confidence, and self-advocacy
- College Readiness: Learning about college admissions, financial aid, and campus life
- Career Exploration: Understanding career pathways that require college degrees
- Flexible Programming: Activities responsive to students’ interests, needs, and goals
- Community Building: Creating supportive peer networks and sense of belonging
The Research Foundation of CUNY administers the Brooklyn College Community Partnership, leveraging the resources and expertise of Brooklyn College to serve middle school students in Brooklyn communities. This unique model creates direct pathways between K-12 schools and higher education, with Brooklyn College students and faculty serving as mentors, tutors, and role models.
By bringing middle schoolers onto the Brooklyn College campus and creating meaningful relationships with college community members, the program makes higher education feel accessible and achievable—not abstract or distant.
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Contact Dock Street School Reach out to school at 19 Dock Street or Research Foundation of CUNY for information.
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Learn About College Partnership Attend information session to understand Brooklyn College connection and programming.
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Complete SONYC Enrollment Fill out enrollment forms including student interests and goals.
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Submit Documents Provide required documentation including proof of age, school enrollment, and emergency contacts.
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Begin Participation Start attending after-school sessions including college visits and relationship-building activities!
- SONYC enrollment application
- Birth certificate or proof of age
- School enrollment verification (Dock Street School)
- Proof of NYC residency
- Emergency contact information
- Medical information/allergies
- Parent/guardian identification
- Student interests/goals survey
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Last updated: November 25, 2025
Program details subject to change. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current offerings, schedules, and availability.