Cardinal McCloskey Community Charter School (CMCCS) is proud to partner with the Sanctuary Institute at Andrus, a leader in trauma-informed organizational development. Guided by the Sanctuary Model, this collaboration provides training and support to help our faculty foster a safe, respectful, and resilient school culture—ensuring students and educators can learn, grow, and thrive in a true healing community.
Cardinal McCloskey Community Charter School’s (CMCCS) strong academic performance is illustrated in the graph above, highlighting how the school exceeds the proficiency averages of New York State, New York City, the Bronx, and District 10. Across nearly all tested grades and subjects, CMCCS consistently exceeds local district and borough proficiency rates—most notably achieving 77% proficiency in 3rd grade ELA and 86% in 3rd grade Math, far surpassing the Bronx and District 10 averages. These results demonstrate CMCCS’s commitment to academic excellence and its success in providing students with the skills and support needed to thrive.
Cardinal McCloskey Community Charter School (CMCCS) is proud to partner with the Sanctuary Institute at Andrus, a leader in trauma-informed organizational development. Guided by the Sanctuary Model, this collaboration provides training and support to help our faculty foster a safe, respectful, and resilient school culture—ensuring students and educators can learn, grow, and thrive in a true healing community.
Cardinal McCloskey Community Charter School’s (CMCCS) strong academic performance is illustrated in the graph above in RED, highlighting how the school exceeds the proficiency averages of New York State, New York City, the Bronx, and District 10. Across nearly all tested grades and subjects, CMCCS consistently exceeds local district and borough proficiency rates—most notably achieving 77% proficiency in 3rd grade ELA and 86% in 3rd grade Math, far surpassing the Bronx and District 10 averages. These results demonstrate CMCCS’s commitment to academic excellence and its success in providing students with the skills and support needed to thrive.
Announcements & Upcoming events
Peter Pan Rehearsal Reminder – Wednesday, March 18 | Recordatorio sobre el ensayo de Peter Pan – Miércoles 18 de marzo
Dear Parents and Guardians, This is a friendly reminder that Peter Pan rehearsal will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, March 18th from 4:15 PM – 5:45 PM. Location: Music Room Drop-off: 4:15 PM sharp Please note: Students must be picked up promptly at dismissal. Brave Girls will be dismissed early...
CMCCS School Lottery 4.2.26 1PM / Lotería Escolar de CMCCS – 2 de abril de 2026 a la 1:00 PM
The CMCCS School Lottery will take place on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Families and community members are welcome to watch the lottery live online. To watch the drawing live, please click the link below at the scheduled time. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87183992228 La Lotería Escolar de...
No School on Friday, March 20 for Eid al-Fitr / No Habrá Clases el 20 de Marzo por Eid al-Fitr
Please note that there will be no school on Friday, March 20, in observance of Eid al-Fitr. Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is an important celebration for many members of our community. We wish a joyful and peaceful holiday to all who celebrate. Classes will resume on the next scheduled...
Our Vision
The mission of Cardinal McCloskey Community Charter School is to address the academic, social-emotional and developmental needs of its students in a safe, supportive and trauma-sensitive learning environment.
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Our Approach
Cardinal McCloskey Community Charter School addresses the needs of these students by providing a rigorous academic program in a trauma-sensitive environment that gives students comprehensive wrap-around services and support.
Our Faculty
CMCCS uses a trauma-informed Sanctuary approach to educational and supportive programming that cultivates a trauma sensitive environment in which at-risk youth can maximize their potential to learn, heal and grow.
Events
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