About Fontbonne hall academy
Fontbonne Hall Academy: A Premier Catholic High School for Girls in Brooklyn
If you are looking for a private, independent Catholic high school for girls in Brooklyn, Fontbonne Hall Academy is the perfect choice. Founded in 1937 by the Sisters of Saint Joseph, Fontbonne Hall has been providing quality education to young women for over 80 years.
At Fontbonne Hall, we believe that every student has unique talents and abilities that need to be nurtured and developed. Our mission is to provide a challenging academic program that fosters intellectual curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills. We also strive to create a supportive community where students can grow spiritually, emotionally, and socially.
Our Lab School Approach
One of the things that sets Fontbonne Hall apart from other high schools is our lab school approach. This means that we use our own students as research subjects in order to improve teaching methods and curriculum development. Our teachers are constantly experimenting with new techniques and strategies to help students learn more effectively.
The lab school approach also means that our students have access to cutting-edge technology and resources. We have state-of-the-art science labs, computer labs, art studios, music rooms, and athletic facilities. Our campus is designed to promote collaboration among students from different disciplines so they can work together on projects or research initiatives.
Academic Programs
Fontbonne Hall offers a rigorous academic program designed to prepare young women for college and beyond. Our curriculum includes courses in English language arts (ELA), mathematics (including calculus), science (biology/chemistry/physics), social studies/history/government/economics/civics), foreign languages (Spanish/French/Latin/Mandarin Chinese), fine arts (music/art/drama) physical education/health/nutrition).
We also offer advanced placement courses in several subjects including ELA literature/composition/language & composition; calculus AB/BC; biology/chemistry/environmental science; US history/world history/European history/government/politics/macroeconomics/microeconomics/statistics; Spanish/French/Latin/Mandarin Chinese.
Student Life
At Fontbonne Hall Academy we believe it's important for our students not only excel academically but also develop their interests outside of the classroom through extracurricular activities such as clubs/societies/honor societies/student government/newspaper/yearbook/literary magazine/debate team/model UN/community service/outdoor adventure club/dance team/chess club/science Olympiad/mathletes/bowling club/volleyball/basketball/soccer/lacrosse/swimming/diving/tack & field/cross country/skiing/snowboarding/fencing/golf/badminton/table tennis/yoga/pilates/zumba/kickboxing/spinning/boot camp/triathlon training/martial arts/self-defense classes/cooking classes/sewing classes/knitting/crocheting/quilting/book club/movie club/game night/board game tournaments/video game tournaments/card games/poker nights/writing workshops/public speaking workshops/improv comedy workshops/theater productions/concerts/art exhibits/fashion shows/talent shows/beauty pageants/prom/homecoming/formal dances/parties/barbecues/picnics/holiday celebrations/service trips/study abroad programs/internships/job shadowing opportunities/networking events/alumni reunions.
Admissions Process
If you are interested in applying to Fontbonne Hall Academy please visit our website or contact us directly at admissions@fontbannhall.org or call us at 718-748-2244 ext 1001.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race/color/national origin/religion/gender identity/expression/orientation/disability/status as veteran/marital status/familial status.
Our admissions process includes an application form/transcripts/recommendations/personal statement/interview/testing.
We encourage prospective families/students visit us during one of our open houses/information sessions/shadow days/tours/meetings with faculty/staff/current parents/alumni.
We look forward hearing from you soon!