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
Principal Appreciation Day – Dr. DeVivio / Día de Apreciación a la Directora – Dra. DeVivio
On Friday, May 1st, we proudly celebrate Principal Appreciation Day in honor of Dr. DeVivio. We are incredibly grateful for Dr. DeVivio’s leadership, dedication, and commitment to our school community. Her passion for supporting students, staff, and families helps make our school a positive and...
Grades 3–5 New York State ELA Exam / Examen de ELA del Estado de Nueva York – Grados 3–5
We would like to inform families that the New York State ELA Exam for Grades 3–5 will take place on Monday, April 27 and Tuesday, April 28. Part 1 will be administered on Monday, April 27 Part 2 will be administered on Tuesday, April 28 All students in Grades 3–5 are expected to arrive on time and...
5th Grade New York State Science Exam / Examen de Ciencias del Estado de Nueva York – 5.º Grado
We would like to inform families that the 5th Grade New York State Science Exam will take place on Monday, April 20th. All 5th grade students are expected to arrive on time and come prepared for the exam. Please ensure your child gets a good night’s rest. If you have any questions, please feel...
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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