About the School
Urban Dove is a nonprofit organization founded in 1998 that operates a network of charter high schools in New York City. It focuses on serving over-age, under-credited students who are off-track to graduation. Urban Dove began as a sports-based youth development program and transitioned into education with the opening of its first transfer high school, UD Team Brooklyn, in 2012. The organization currently manages four charter schools and plans to open a fifth in 2025. Urban Dove's educational model emphasizes an extended day and sports-based approach to engage students academically. Each student is part of a team led by a youth development coach who provides ongoing support. The curriculum includes restorative practices, college preparation, and workforce development skills. Additionally, Urban Dove offers specialized programs like the HiRisers Program, which trains high school students to teach literacy to younger children, and the College All Stars program, which assists students wi