Curriculum & Programs
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy offers a rigorous grades 9–12 program that prepares every student for a New York State Regents diploma, college and career. Students choose one of three specialized programs, take core courses across all academic departments, and can earn college credit through our university partnerships.
Our Specialized Programs
Every EWSA student belongs to one of three specialized programs, each with its own courses, activities and partnerships.
Law Enforcement Academy
Our specialized Law Enforcement Academy introduces students to the justice system through rigorous coursework and real-world experience.
Courses
- Criminal Justice
- Criminology
- Police Science
- Forensics
- Constitutional Law
- Family & Civil Law
Activities & Partnerships
Students take part in annual moot court and mock trial competitions, internships and community service. Partners include John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Fordham Law School, the Brooklyn District Attorney's Office, NYC Council, U.S. Probation, the U.S. District Court and more.
Computer Forensics
This program builds a strong computer science foundation and prepares students for careers in computer forensics, where they identify, analyze and present digital evidence, and in cybersecurity, where they protect systems from attacks.
Courses
- Programming
- Data Structures
- Operating Systems
- Computer Networks
Partnerships
Partnerships with Long Island University (LIU) and the New York City College of Technology (City Tech) support skill development and future career opportunities.
Instrumental Music
Students complete the citywide 4-year high school music sequence and can graduate with an Advanced Regents Diploma with a music endorsement.
Courses
- Concert / Beginner Band
- Repertory Band
- Symphonic Band
- Wind Ensemble
- Music History
Ensembles at the Grand Street Campus
Two full jazz ensembles, two guitar ensembles, a Latin Jazz Band, four periods of piano lab and a full musical theater program.
Earn College Credit in High School
Through our college partnerships, EWSA students can take college credit-bearing courses and get free academic support while still in high school.
CUNY College Now
Free college credit-bearing courses through John Jay College, the New York City College of Technology and the Borough of Manhattan Community College.
LIU High School Scholars
Dual-credit courses that count toward both the high school diploma and a bachelor's degree at Long Island University.
Monroe College Jumpstart
A Monroe College program that lets high school students get a head start on college coursework.
STEP at City Tech
Free tutoring, test prep in ELA and math (Algebra I and II, trigonometry), and workshops in web development, programming, game design, chemistry and robotics.
Academic Departments
All students take core courses across our academic departments, aligned with New York State standards and Regents requirements.
English Language Arts
Reading, writing, speaking and research skills across all four years.
Mathematics
Problem solving and mathematical reasoning for Regents exams, college and career.
Science
Hands-on lab investigations and scientific inquiry.
Social Studies
History, government and economics, with a focus on active citizenship.
World Language
Language study that builds communication skills and cultural understanding.
ENL / ESL
Support for English language learners in every subject.
Music
Band, ensemble and music history courses at the Grand Street Campus.
Special Education
Individualized support so every student can access the full curriculum.
