There is no teacher quite as effective or memorable as experience!  At Lavelle Prep, we are driven by our belief that exposure and experience to the “real world” will inspire students to achieve their biggest dreams.  On Monday, May 20th, the high schoolers of Lavelle Prep had a rare and informative look into the field of medicine— specifically the sights and science of […]

According to a study conducted by the Pew Research Center, 70% of students in the United States feel that depression and anxiety are a major problem affecting themselves and peers.  At Lavelle Prep, addressing the emotional problems is more than just a priority— it’s our mission!  Integration Charter Schools (ICS) is dedicated to providing innovative pathways to […]

On May 3rd, 43 college-bound Lavelle Prep Seniors took their first steps towards their college careers.  Lavelle Prep’s College Signing Day was filled with high hopes and roaring cheers as the senior class announced their final college decisions. They were greeted with an auditorium filled with their biggest supporters and role models, including fellow students from 10th and […]

Mindfulness: the ability to be aware of one’s own present thoughts and feelings. It’s a trending topic that is often easily understood but quite difficult to practice. At Lavelle Prep, in order for students to put mindfulness into action, Principal Chris Zilinski and Assistant Principal Kristina Mazza created the 7-Step Walk — a pathway for […]

NYC charter schools are in jeopardy of losing access to Vanguard — a service that allows charter schools to contact ALL NYC parents to let them know about ALL the education opportunities available to them. In recent weeks, the mayor and NYC public schools have signaled a major policy reversal that would limit NYC families’ […]

This July, don’t miss your chance come out and support Integration Charter Schools with an exciting night of baseball at the Richmond County Bank Ballpark!  On July 19th, ICS will be holding a baseball game – fundraiser with the Staten Island Yankees! Along with the baseball game, the night will feature food, fun for the […]

Come one, come all to the Lavelle Prep March Madness Week!  This week, from March 19th -March 21st, Lavelle Prep will be hosting a series of events to celebrate our incredible students, their talents, and achievements!  Starting on March 19th  at 6:00 pm (doors open at 5:30pm) , Mr. DiSalvo’s High School Music Production Class will be holding their concert in the Lavelle Prep Theater. The students have […]

At Integration Charter Schools (ICS), we believe that diversity is our strength. In order to fulfill this vision, Lavelle Prep has been partnering with the Teachers of Critical Language Program (TCLP) to bring to life a unique Arabic language program. TCLP is a U.S. Department of State initiative which brings teachers from China, Egypt, and […]

Ever felt overwhelmed while trying to help your child complete an assignment? Or to answer academic questions they might have? You’re not alone. Classroom methodologies and strategies seem to be constantly changing which can be overwhelming for parents who try to support their child’s learning. Lavelle Prep Elementary is trying to change this with their […]

Due to the forecasted weather, school will be closed tomorrow, 3/4. School will resume on Tuesday, 3/5. Stay safe, and warm!