Advanced Classes

May 1, 2026

Dear Parent/Guardian, 

We want to tell you about special advanced classes that will be offered at The Highbridge Green School next school year. These classes can help your student learn more, build important skills and get ready for the future. 

Why Take Advanced Courses? 

Students in advanced classes: 

• Learn harder and more interesting lessons. 

• Get better at thinking and solving problems. 

• Feel more confident about themselves. 

• Show they are ready for college. 

• May earn college credit before they finish high school. 

• May spend less time and money in college. 

Advanced Classes offered: 

Our school will offer these advanced courses: 

Course Name Description Grade Level Prerequisites and How Students Are Selected 

 Regents Biology High School Biology 7, 8 All Students 

 Regents Algebra High School Algebra 8 Student grades, test scores, teacher recommendation

 Honors Math Math Enrichment 6, 7 Student grades, test scores, teacher recommendation

 Honors Social Studies Social Studies Enrichment 7 Student grades, test scores, teacher recommendation

If you would like your student to participate in any of these courses, please talk to me or AP Henderson. We are happy to explain the programming process and help your student choose the right classes. 

Help for Student in Advanced Classes: 

We offer help so all students can do well in these classes such as: Saturday School, after school and lunch tutoring. 

We hope you will think about these great learning opportunities for your student. If you have questions, please contact me or AP Henderson at kbrillante@schools.nyc.gov or thenderson8@schools.nyc.gov. 

Thank you for supporting your student’s education. 

Sincerely, 

Dr. Kyle Brillante

Principal

The Highbridge Green School