Traditions and Values that Have Shaped Humanities

The Bayard Rustin High School for the Humanities, which opened in September 1983, is a leading four-year college preparatory public high school with special emphasis placed on the humanities. This focus highlights our instructional goals for student literacy including: conceptual and aesthetic skills; critical thinking; and problem solving. In addition, studying the humanities encourages students to value cultural tradition and cultural change. Commitment to the humanities also promotes active citizenship and private contemplation. By incorporating a cross-cultural and interdisciplinary approach to learning, the school strives to maximize opportunities for student growth, achievement, recognition, responsibility, and advancement.

Priority for admission is given to students living in or attending JH/IS schools in District 2.

Competitive Programs

The school has three competitive programs to which prospective students can apply:

• Creative Writing Institute
• Cultural Arts Institute
• Gateway/Medical Math Institute

Additional Unique Features

The Bayard Rustin High School for the Humanities has an excellent relationship with its surrounding community and is involved in many community projects. In addition, the school participates in many programs in conjunction with other educational organizations, business groups, and city agencies. Some of these collaboratives are:

• CCNY SPISE Program
• Distance Learning Link
• New York City Mentoring Program
• Manhattan Theatre Club
• American Place Theatre
• Lark Theatre Shakespeare Productions
• The Pearl Theatre
• Lincoln Center Institute
• Global Awareness Program
• American Social History Program

This site has been created by the Tech Team at The High School for the Humanities in collaboration with Media Workshop New York.