Nydia Velaquez Shoutout

P373K Welcomes You Back!

Dear BTC Families,
Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year!
We are so excited to welcome your child to another year of learning, growth, and community at The Brooklyn Transition Center. At BTC, we believe in the power of education to transform lives—and we are honored to be part of your child’s journey.
This year, our academic programming will continue to support the goals of NYC Reads and NYC Solves, ensuring that every student has access to high-quality literacy and math instruction tailored to their unique strengths and needs. In addition to academics, students will have opportunities to explore vocational and community-based learning through our culinary arts, music, drama, visual arts, retail, and technology programs. These experiences are designed to build confidence, independence, and real-world skills.
BTC is more than a school—it’s a family. We take great care of one another, and we deeply value the trust you place in us. We are committed to working in partnership with you to support your child’s success, both in and out of the classroom.
We warmly invite you to be an active part of our school community. Whether through attending school-wide events, joining our Parent Association, or participating in the School Leadership Team, your voice and presence make a difference. We work best when we work together.
Thank you for being part of the BTC family. We look forward to a joyful, enriching, and successful school year ahead.
With appreciation,
Courtney Rattenbury
Principal
The Brooklyn Transition Center
 Headshot of Principal Rattenbury 

Announcements

  • City Harvest Services

    Dear P373K Families,

    We’re excited to share a valuable resource available to our school community—City Harvest, New York City’s largest food rescue organization. City Harvest is committed to helping families access fresh, nutritious food at no cost, and we’re proud to partner with them to support our students and their loved ones.

    Here’s how City Harvest can help:

    • 🥕 Free Food Distributions: Access fresh fruits, vegetables, and pantry staples at Mobile Markets across Brooklyn.

    • 🛒 Community Resources: Find nearby food pantries and soup kitchens using City Harvest’s Food Locator.

    • 🍽️ Nutrition Education: Learn how to prepare healthy meals on a budget through free workshops and cooking demos.

    Whether you're looking for immediate food support or long-term guidance on healthy eating, City Harvest is here for you.

    To learn more and find services near you. https://www.cityharvest.org/plentiful/

    Together, we can ensure every P373K family has the nourishment they need to thrive.

    Warmly, P373K Brooklyn Transition Center

     
    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • Potential Yellow Bus Disruption Notification

    We are reaching out to inform you about a possible disruption to yellow bus service beginning
    in early November, and to share how we’re preparing to support you. We understand the
    importance of reliable transportation to your child’s education. If bus service is disrupted, our
    top priority is to ensure that every student can continue attending school without interruption.
    Though New York City Public Schools has not directly received any official notice of layoffs by
    bus companies, we understand this may be a possibility as early as November 3, 2025.
     Please check the NYCPS website for family updates schools.nyc.gov
    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • Questions from Meet the Faculty Night? Use this QR Code!

    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • Need Busing Info? Join our OPT Panel

    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • Need to Know About 373K Policies? Take a Look at Our Parent Handbook!

    Brooklyn Transition Center
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  • City Harvest Services

    Dear P373K Families,

    We’re excited to share a valuable resource available to our school community—City Harvest, New York City’s largest food rescue organization. City Harvest is committed to helping families access fresh, nutritious food at no cost, and we’re proud to partner with them to support our students and their loved ones.

    Here’s how City Harvest can help:

    • 🥕 Free Food Distributions: Access fresh fruits, vegetables, and pantry staples at Mobile Markets across Brooklyn.

    • 🛒 Community Resources: Find nearby food pantries and soup kitchens using City Harvest’s Food Locator.

    • 🍽️ Nutrition Education: Learn how to prepare healthy meals on a budget through free workshops and cooking demos.

    Whether you're looking for immediate food support or long-term guidance on healthy eating, City Harvest is here for you.

    To learn more and find services near you. https://www.cityharvest.org/plentiful/

    Together, we can ensure every P373K family has the nourishment they need to thrive.

    Warmly, P373K Brooklyn Transition Center

     
    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • Potential Yellow Bus Disruption Notification

    We are reaching out to inform you about a possible disruption to yellow bus service beginning
    in early November, and to share how we’re preparing to support you. We understand the
    importance of reliable transportation to your child’s education. If bus service is disrupted, our
    top priority is to ensure that every student can continue attending school without interruption.
    Though New York City Public Schools has not directly received any official notice of layoffs by
    bus companies, we understand this may be a possibility as early as November 3, 2025.
     Please check the NYCPS website for family updates schools.nyc.gov
    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • Questions from Meet the Faculty Night? Use this QR Code!

    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • Need Busing Info? Join our OPT Panel

    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • Need to Know About 373K Policies? Take a Look at Our Parent Handbook!

    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • ParentSquare

    Attention Families! Please take a moment to download the parent square app to communicate with your child's school and teachers! 

    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • Meet the Faculty Night

    Join us on Zoom to connect with your students educators on September 18, 2025 6:00 PM

    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • Safety Meetings - Open to Families

    ELLERY Street and Flatbush Townhall Safety Meeting 

    June 26, 2025 - 10:30 am 

    OPEN TO FAMILIES 

    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • Graduation Information

    Brooklyn Transition Center

  • Chapter 683 Summer School @ Gotham Academy

    Greetings P373K Families, 

    Please note our Ellery Street site will be closed this summer, due to construction. Students from our Ellery Street site with attend Summer School at Gotham (562 Grand Ave, Brooklyn NY 11238).

    For more information please call our Gotham site 718-399-5760. 

     

    Brooklyn Transition Center
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