Karima Grant ’86, Founder and Director, ImagiNation Afrika
I think there are few places in the world that can offer the quality of education MCS offers while turning on the principle of accessibility and social justice. I also think it is important that the scaling effect that MCS has - with alumni working in various fields but sharing the same values and connection - is a powerful network for change."
Recent News
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Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action Round-up
At Manhattan Country School, Black Lives Matter Week of Action is a time to highlight the work we do year-round to center historically marginalized voices and experiences. Each year, the MCS community comes together during this week to share in special lessons, activities, and learning opportunities specifically focused on the Black Lives Matter 13 principles.Read More -
Taking the Stress out of High School Placement
Applying to high schools in New York City is a prospect that may strike fear into the hearts of middle school students and their families. Yet, at Manhattan Country School, the guidance and support that our families receive via a dedicated High School Placement Director helps them gain a substantial advantage over the vast majority of 8th graders throughout the city.Read More -
Manhattan Country School MLK March 2023: The Power of Awareness
Read MoreAt this year’s MLK march, the 8th graders spoke passionately about issues like disinformation in social media, voter disenfranchisement, police brutality, hate speech, climate change, and access to mental health resources. We were joined at the march by NBC New York, who featured Manhattan Country School on local news!
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative March, 2023
Read MoreEach year the 8th grade students of Manhattan Country School organize and lead a march inspired by the hopes and dreams of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. At this year’s march, titled, The Power of Awareness: A March for Justice and Change, we will address social justice issues that the world needs to have a greater awareness of, discussing both the roots of those injustices and what each of us can do to move toward a place of greater equity. -
Fond Farewells and New Beginnings at the MCS Farm
On the eve of the Manhattan Country School Class of 2022 graduation, I write with mixed emotions. I’m equal parts sad, proud, and a little envious, but filled with hope. I’ve witnessed the growth of these kids, some from the 7-8’s and others who joined the class along the journey. I know they’re ready and prepared to take their show on the road and spread the MCS gospel far and wide.Read More -
Congratulations to the Class of 2022!
On Thursday, June 16, we celebrated the Class of 2022 at their graduation. This year’s group of impressive eighth grade students have collectively been accepted to a total of 42 high schools. They have been amazing leaders at MCS and we can’t wait to see what the future holds!Read More
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MCS At A Glance
List of 8 items.
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7:1
Student to Teacher Ratio -
75%
of MCS families participate in our sliding-scale tuition program -
10k
students have learned to live sustainably at the MCS Farm -
100%
of our food waste is composted -
245
tons of C02 were prevented from being released into the atmosphere -
65%
of MCS students are students of color -
100%
of MCS students attend the top public, boarding and independent high schools in New York City -
> 900
teachers trained at MCS
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