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Welcome to the Harbor School Library, a space for curiosity, creativity, and community. Find books, study resources, fun activities, and a place to connect and recharge. LIBRARY Welcome to the Harbor School Library—where curiosity, creativity, and community come together. Our library is more than just a room full of books. It's a space to explore ideas, connect with others, and grow as a learner. Whether you're looking for your next read, working on a group project, diving into research, or just need a place to recharge, you're always welcome here. We offer more than books; come by for a puzzle break, challenge a friend to a chess or board game, try a brain teaser, or unwind with some coloring. These activities are here to help you recharge, build friendships, and have fun in a low-pressure way. We’re building a collection and a community that reflects you—diverse stories, dynamic formats, and resources that spark imagination and inquiry. Stop by to ask questions, find inspiration, or just say hi. Meet Clara Hours Locate a book Events Resources > > > Our School Library Media Specialist Clara Owen cowen@newyorkharborschool.org I’m the School Library Media Specialist at New York Harbor School, where I strive to make the library a place where all students feel seen, supported, and inspired. After a decade as an English and special education teacher, I did a program Teachers2Librarian for NYC Public School teachers looking to transition into the school library media specialist role and increase the supply of certified librarians in NYC! The move for me was motivated by a desire to focus on building individual connections, nurturing curiosity, and supporting lifelong learning. Whether it's through helping students discover books they love, supporting research and media literacy, or creating space for creative and social activities like puzzles, games, and clubs, my goal is to foster a community of engaged, thoughtful learners. When I’m not in the library, you’ll probably find me cuddling with my cat, traveling around New England, reading an intense book, biking around the city, watching Bravo, or exploring nature. Library Hours < < < Library hours are subject to change due to scheduling conflicts, special events, or early dismissals. Please pay attention to the morning announcements for any updates regarding changes to our hours. Thank you for your understanding! Library Info Library Norms Library Hours, view by period Book Donations Library space request form Photos > > > Locate a Book Here are a few ways to find the book or resource you need: NYHS Library Search Audio and Ebooks Journals and Newpapers Comics and Graphic Novels Still need help? Stop by the Library or email me ! NYHS Library Search Find your next favorite read, research for class, work or study! F Explore a wide range of genres and titles through the NYHS book catalog. Find, check out or renew books by logging on to your @nycstudents account. Audio and Ebooks Want an audio or ebook? Visit Sora for access to over 22,000 titles. Journals, Newspapers and Other Resources Researching a topic? NOVELny is an awesome online library service that connects New Yorkers to tons of information. It allows libraries throughout New York to offer their communities access to thousands of journals, newspapers, and other resources online. Comics and Graphic Novels The New York Public Library offers access to ComicsPlus, featuring thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, manga, and more! You can easily search and filter to discover your favorite genres. Please note that you'll need to log in with a valid NYPL library card number and PIN to access the Comics content. Opportunies and Events < < < Dec 8th & Dec 15th Supporting Reading at Home! Join us as we dive into practical, real-world strategies to help strengthen your student’s reading habits. June 16 Harbor Day Book Giveaway! On Monday, June 16th at Harbor Day there will be a book giveaway outside by the garden. Come find a book for summer to enjoy! There will also be makerspace activities set up. May 22nd Author Visit Elle Gonzalez Rose, author of newly released The Girl You Know, will be visiting Harbor School on Thursday, May 22nd after school in the library. Stop by the library to get a free copy of the book. > > > Additional Resources Brooklyn Public Library Brooklyn Public Library New York Public Library New York Public Library Queens Public Library Queens Public Library Learn a new language with Mango Languages database! Learn a new language with Mango Languages database!

Explore the Aquaculture program at New York Harbor School, where students tackle real-world challenges like overfishing and habitat loss by studying water chemistry, marine biology, environmental science, and animal husbandry through hands-on projects. AQUACULTURE Aquaculture is a growing industry, locally and globally, in response to habitat loss, overfishing and increased human populations. Students work to understand the fundamentals of water chemistry, marine biology, environmental science, and animal husbandry through real world projects. Program Description < < < Aquaculture is a three year program following the Introduction to NY Harbor Class in 9th Grade. Like all of our CTE tracks, Aquaculture includes a Work Based Learning component, Career and Financial Management and College preparation. Throughout the program, students study aquaculture species, with a focus on shellfish culture for restoration work. Other topics infused into all three years of aquaculture include, but are not limited to, research skills, technical drawing, geography, marine biology, genetics, taxonomy and environmental science. The field of Aquaculture is currently booming as a global industry and can provide a sustainable source of protein as land based conventional farming resources and wild fish populations continue to drop. Since Aquaculture is becoming more important to global food systems, as well as restoration work, it affords participants the opportunity to engage in global issues that employ a wide range of skills. Aquaculture At-A-Glance Follow Aquaculture on Instagram Instructor Rebecca Resner rresner@newyorkharborschool.org About Rebecca Courses Intro to Aquaculture Production Aquaculture Applied Aquaculture Career and Financial Management Industry Recognized Certifications New York Safe Boater Seafood HACCP Controlled Environmental Agriculture Everfi Financial Literacy NYS CTE Endorsement Natural Resources and Management in Agriculture/Natural Resources Career Cluster Aquaculture Partners These organizations provide support through certifications, student internships, student work-based learning experiences, and fieldwork development. Billion Oyster Project Future Farmers of America (FFA) GrowNYC Hudson River Park Foundation - The River Project NY Sunworks and many more. Coming Soon Internship Opportunities 2026 Aquaculture Seniors < < < A Peek at Our Day Explore our other CTE Programs

New York Harbor School’s Marine Biology and Research Program for those looking for hands-on, college-level marine science learning, research projects, internships, and career development. MARINE BIOLOGY RESEARCH PROGRAM New York Harbor School's Marine Biology Research Program will jump start you in core marine science topics employing hands-on, problem-based learning strategies. Program Description < < < The MBRP is a three-year program that will jump start you in core marine science topics employing hands-on, problem-based learning strategies. In these challenging college level courses, you’ll begin by creating Aquatic Ecosystem Models to learn the basics in biology, ecology, and oceanography. As an intermediate student, you will choose one of two paths: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Independent Marine Research (Indy). In the GIS path, you’ll learn strong basic and intermediate skills in map making using ArcGIS. Then you’ll apply your skills on a real-world project or work in collaboration with an Indy scholar. As an Indy scholar, you’ll acquire college level reading, writing, and statistics skills while creating a project. As an advanced Indy scholar, you’ll finish your research project with the help of a scientist and, ultimately, use your own data to propose resource management solutions for the Hudson-Raritan Estuary. Along both paths you’ll learn how to manage projects, submit professional reports, and present at national and international conferences. You’ll also be given important career development opportunities such as career exploration techniques, resume writing, and ePortfolio development. Both paths lead to potential internships depending on your level of proficiency, professionalism, and enthusiasm. Depending on your path, you’ll be eligible for 18 college credits and various certifications that will give you a competitive advantage in college and industry. Research scholars in this program have gone on to universities such as Fordham, Columbia, MIT, Carnegie Mellon, Vanderbilt, Brown, and the University of Pennsylvania with full scholarships to pursue careers in Marine Biology, Environmental & Mechanical Engineering, Finance, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, and other challenging careers. They have also won 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prize in the prestigious NYC Science and Engineering fair over all public and private schools in the city. www.harborseals.org Marine Biology and Research Program At-A-Glance Instructor mgonzalez@newyorkharborschool.org Mauricio Gonzalez About Mauricio Courses Introductory Marine Research Intermediate Marine Research Advanced Marine Research Advanced Marine Biology Career and Financial Management Industry Recognized Certifications 6 college credits NOCTI Natural Resources Certificate Lab Safety & Chemical Safety Compliance Solutions Certificate EverFi certificates Career and Financial Management NYS CTE Endorsement Water, Wetlands and Marine Resources Management in the Scientific Research and Engineering Cluster < < < Harbor Seals Highlights Fieldwork Data COMING SOON! COMING SOON! COMING SOON! COMING SOON! Marine Biology and Research Program Partners These organizations provide support through certifications, student internships, student work-based learning experiences, and fieldwork development. ConEdison RiverKeeper EarthMatter The Trust for Governors Island and many more. Hudson River Foundation NYU Gallatin Billion Oyster Project Coming Soon Internship Opportunities 2026 Marine Biology and Rearch Program Seniors A Peek at Our Day < < < Explore our other CTE Programs

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Discover the story of New York Harbor School, a maritime-themed NYC public high school on Governors Island offering hands-on education in marine science, CTE programs, and environmental stewardship. HISTORY In 2003, New York Harbor School opened its doors on the fourth floor of the Bushwick Campus High School to 125 freshmen who lived almost exclusively in the surrounding neighborhood in Brooklyn. At the time, the New York City Department of Education looked to Harbor School to help improve the community’s local graduation rate, which had hovered for too long at 24 percent. Offering a maritime-themed academic program, despite its land-locked location, Harbor School infused the standard New York State Education Department Regents-based curriculum with high-interest, water-related topics and then brought those topics to life by exposing students to local water bodies, including New York Harbor, the Hudson River, the East River, and the Gowanus Canal. By 2010, Harbor School had improved the local graduation rate by more than 200 percent. In 2010, Harbor School moved to its new home on Governors Island and expanded its efforts to admit students from all five boroughs of New York City. Today, Harbor School serves a diverse group of over four hundred and seventy-five students, who come from neighborhoods across the city, both public and private middle schools, and whose life experiences and interests bring them to a high school focused on marine science and technology. All current students at Harbor School enroll in traditional New York State Regents-based academic courses and one of eight NYS certified Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs of study. As they prepare for college and train for industry, students cultivate an ethic of environmental stewardship and learn about and work toward protecting, conserving, and restoring the environment.

New York Harbor School’s Work-Based Learning programs connect students with paid internships, career skills training, and real-world experiences to prepare for future success. WORK-BASED LEARNING Work-based learning (WBL) is an educational strategy that provides students with real-life work experiences where they can apply academic and technical skills. Early experiences in industry promote lifelong interest and build employable skills. Our students earn industry-recognized credentials in marine science, marine technology, and marine affairs. Partners < < < Baruch College (CUNY) Billion Oyster Project Cell Motion Labs City Aquarium CIVITAS Citizenas Classic Harbor Lines Clipper City Columbia University DCAS Earth Matter Fishers Island Oysters GMD Shipyard Hornblower Cruises and Entertainment Lamont Doherty Earth Observatory Maritime College (SUNY) McAllister Towing Miller's Launch Morrisville College (SUNY) NYU Parks Department Roger Williams University Spirit Cruises South St. Seaport Museum Staten Island Ferry St. Francis College Stony Brook University (SUNY) The Nature Conservancy The New York Climate Exchange The River Project University of Rhode Island View more WBL Partners The New York Harbor School's work based learning programs (WBL) give students the opportunity to study complex subject matter as well as gain vital workplace skills in a hands-on environment. WBL experiences also provide students with career awareness, career options exploration, appropriate workplace skills development, and the opportunity to relate academic skills to real-life applications. Each of our Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs has access to paid internships, service learning opportunities, professional visits, presentations in conferences, and work-site tours. Students are taught resume and interview skills and generate Work-Skills Employability Profiles. < < < Internships CTE pathway-aligned internships are generally curated by the CTE teachers with individual students’ interests and skills in mind. Students wishing to pursue spring or summer internships should reach out directly to their CTE teacher. Coming Soon Internship Opportunities

Stay up to date with the latest media coverage and press highlights featuring New York Harbor School. IN THE NEWS Welcome to our Press Page! Below are links to recent press coverage about our school, highlighting our mission and student achievements. Articles about Harbor < < < December 3, 2024 Field & Forest Club NYC The Dream of a Central Park Pasture School - Part 1: A Visit to the Harbor School Read Article January 16, 2023 Gothamist New York Harbor School charts expansion as it teaches next generation of ocean stewards Read Article May 25, 2022 Spectrum News At this school, students get out of the classroom and onto the water Read Article August 26, 2024 WorkBoat Maritime high schools help prepare kids to fill industry needs Read Article November 28, 2022 Governing New York City’s Public School on an Island Read Article February 16, 2024 Working Nation Diving into marine career exploration in high school by land and by sea Read Article August 16, 2022 City of New York Mayor Adams Announces new Expansion Plans for Urban Assembly New York Harbor School on Governors Island Read Article

Help us chart a stronger course. Your donation supports student programs, enriching experiences, and school initiatives. SUPPORT HARBOR SCHOOL School Expansion Program Needs Ways to Give Amazon Wish List First Mate Circle Every gift, no matter the size, helps New York School chart an even brighter future for our students. The expansion of the Harbor School on Governors Island marks a major $50 million investment in maritime and environmental education. The project doubles the campus from two to four buildings, adds 445 new student seats, and brings in new classrooms, laboratories, a gym, and—after strong advocacy from staff, parents, and community members—a full-sized competitive swimming pool essential to the school’s aquatic curriculum. The historic Building 555, dating back to 1938, is also being restored to provide 32,000 square feet of modern classroom space. Community voices played a decisive role in shaping the final design, with local leaders praising the School Construction Authority and the Trust for Governors Island for responding to feedback about the pool and other needs. Managed by the Urban Assembly, the Harbor School continues to offer a college-preparatory experience centered on New York City’s maritime industries, environmental stewardship, and career pathways in marine science and green technology. At the groundbreaking, Mayor Eric Adams highlighted how the expanded facilities will support students as they move into the city’s fast-growing green jobs sector, from renewable energy to emerging environmental technologies.

Gain advanced 3D modeling and engineering skills with NY Harbor School’s Ocean Engineering program. Earn a Certified Solidworks Associate certificate and prepare for in-demand careers or college. OCEAN ENGINERING The Ocean Engineering program introduces students to the discipline of engineering and engineering technology in an ocean environment by providing opportunities to learn as they design. Program Description < < < Students are exposed to several three-dimensional modeling programs, from Google Sketchup to Solidworks. Ultimately, the students will receive the Certified Solidworks Associate certificate by their senior year. Filling the severe demand for engineers and technology innovators has become a national priority, and the opportunities afforded graduates either heading to college or directly into the field has never been greater, especially in the maritime industry. By the end of their three years studying Ocean Engineering, students will have demonstrable skills in design and engineering and connections to the field that are unlike any other program in the country. Ocean Engineering At-A-Glance Instructor Rick Lee dlee@newyorkharborschool.org About Rick Courses Ocean Engineering 10 Ocean Engineering 11 Ocean Engineering 12 Career and Financial Management Industry Recognized Certifications Safe Boating Course License OnShape Certified Associate Precision Exam Engineering Technology I and II Mechanical CAD I and II YouScience Engineering Technology Certification Everfi Financial Literacy NYS CTE Endorsement Engineering Technology in the Scientific Research and Engineering Cluster Ocean Engineering Partners These individuals provide support in many ways: certifications, student internships, student work-based learning experiences, and fieldwork development. Coming Soon Coming Soon Coming Soon Coming Soon and many more. Coming Soon Internship Opportunities < < < A Peek at Our Day Explore our other CTE Programs

Learn navigation, boat handling, and seamanship with New York Harbor School’s Vessel Operations program. Gain hands-on training and industry internships to prepare for marine careers. VESSEL OPERATIONS Vessel Operations prepares students for careers as licensed deck crews as well as serving as a stepping stone into management and operations positions aboard small passenger vessels and commercial towing units. Program Description < < < Vessel operations students will receive extensive theoretical and practical training in navigation, boat handling, seamanship, safety and industry rules and standards. Students train on the school’s vessels and through internships in the marine field during their last two years in the program. Internships will provide excellent opportunities to apply for positions upon graduation. www.vesselops.com Vessel Operations At-A-Glance Follow Vessel Operations on Instagram Instructor Aaron Singh asingh@newyorkharborschool.org About Aaron Courses VO-1 Basic Seamanship VO-2 Intro to Maritime Careers VO-3 Coastal Piloting and Seamanship VO-4 Safety at Sea VO-5 US Boat Handling VO-6 USCG Lic/Internship Industry Recognized Certifications NYS Safe Boating Certificate OSHA General/ Construction Red Cross First Aid/CPR FCC MROP US Power Boating NYS CTE Endorsement Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer in the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics Cluster Vessel Operations Partners These individuals provide support in many ways: certifications, student internships, student work-based learning experiences, and fieldwork development. Billion Oyster Project US Coast Guard McAllister Towing NYC Ferry South Street Seaport Museum and many more. Coming Soon Internship Opportunities < < < A Peek at Our Day Explore our other CTE Programs

Catch up on school news anytime. View our weekly newsletter archive for events, announcements, and highlights from New York Harbor School. HARBOR HIGHLIGHTS NEWSLETTER Missing a newsletter or want to revisit an update? Our Harbor Highlights Repository includes all past issues with announcements, events, and stories from across our school community. Not yet a subscriber? Complete the form below . < < < Archive February 8, 2026 December 12, 2025 January 9, 2026 December 19, 2025 Subscribe < < < Stay Anchored with Harbor Highlights! First name* Last name* Email* Select your affiliation:* Parent or Caregiver Harbor Staff Student Please select your graduating class:* Class of 2026 Class of 2027 Class of 2028 Class of 2029 Note: If you are a parent with more than one student at the school, please select all applicable graduating classes. Yes, subscribe me to The New York Harbor School weekly newsletter. * Submit

Discover Marine Affairs at NY Harbor School—studying human impact on marine environments and sustainability through local ecology and policy projects. MARINE AFFAIRS Marine Affairs is the multi-disciplinary study of the interactions between humans and the marine and coastal environments and resources and how they are managed with the ultimate goal of achieving sustainability. We use Governors Island Ecology and Environmental Projects, New York City Ecology and Development, New York State, and Federal Policy as the lenses and core content. Program Description < < < This program examines natural resources, their human impact, usage, and management. Specific case studies will illustrate the issues discussed; Harbor School, Governors Island, and New York City are our testing grounds for this content. Course Objectives 1. Explore and understand the complex and essential ways humans relate to and depend upon coastal and marine environments and resources. 2. Think critically about how humans transform and manage marine space and its components. 3. Reflect seriously on issues, challenges, and solutions involving complex marine and coastal management and sustainability problems. Student Learning Outcomes 1. Recognize multiple complex human uses of the marine and coastal environments and resources. 2. Describe significant issues and challenges in marine and coastal management and policy. 3. Provide examples of strategies typically employed in marine and coastal management. 4. Explain the importance of multidisciplinary holistic approaches for managing marine and coastal environments and resources. 5. Assess the effectiveness of potential solutions to address complex marine and coastal management and sustainability problems. These skills will allow students to pursue college and begin to think about the fields of environmental education, environmental law, environmental journalism, environmental management, environmental ethics, environmental policy, environmental remediation, urban planning and design, marine biology, natural resources, sustainable development, zoology, and specialized areas like desert studies, international environmental politics, and sustainable development management. www.harborpolicy.org Marine Affairs At-A-Glance Follow Marine Affairs on Instagram Instructor Robert Markuske rmarkuske@newyorkharborschool.org About Robert Courses 10th Grade Fall - Intro Sustainability Spring - Sustainability Issues and Farmer Science 11th Grade Fall - Marine Affairs Intro Spring - Marine Affairs Applied 12th Grade Fall - Waterfront Edge and Stakeholder Engagement Spring - Marine Affairs Seminar Career and Financial Management Industry Recognized Certifications Earth Matter Compost/Urban Farm Technician MARPOL Compliance Controlled Environment Agriculture Waterfront Edge Design Guidelines (WEDG) EPA Watershed Academy NYS Safe Boaters Course Sustainability Fellow NYS CTE Endorsement Natural Resources and Management in Agriculture/Natural Resources Career Cluster Marine Affairs Partners These organizations provide support through certifications, student internships, student work-based learning experiences, and fieldwork development. Billion Oyster Project Earth Matter EcoWatch Future Farmers Of America (FFA) Grownyc Marine Sanctuary Foundation New York Climate Exchange and many more. NOAA NY Sunworks Redhook Terminals The Nature Conservancy USDA Wildlife Conservation Society WINGS Coming Soon Internship Opportunities 2026 Marine Affairs Seniors See what we've been working on Check out Marine Affair's Green Mapping Project for Climate Week NYC! The Marine Affairs program will facilitate this project with guidance from Wendy Brawer at Green Maps. The map will illustrate students' investigation of Ecosystem Services, Sustainable Development Goals, and Climate vulnerabilities. The hands-on data collecting took place during the early days of the 2024-2025 school year; students walked on the island and collected observations on the topics above. Moreover, students took those observations and developed a map from the youths' perspective to guide people's experiences on the island. This will become integral to the students' experiences and enhance public knowledge of the island and its relationship to emerging issues of our time and developments to combat it, raising important questions. < < < A Peek at Our Day Explore our other CTE Programs