Before our Winter Break, we shared the profiles of our Senior Student Ambassadors. We hope you were able to read more about the activities they are involved in at BASIS Independent Brooklyn, as well as their advice regarding navigating our program, community, and campuses. At our school, we have many Student Ambassadors who are passionately engaged within our community! In this next installment, we invite you to meet our Grade 9 through 11 Ambassadors in their own words.
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Class of 2024
Colton R., Class of 2024
On-campus Activities:
Concert Band
Concert Band
Tennis
Favorite Class this Year? AP Psychology
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Dedication
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “Accept the challenges that BASIS Independent Brooklyn provides you because the school just wants to push you to be the best student and person you can be.”
Class of 2023
Daniella B., Class of 2023
On-campus Activities:
Mathematics Club
Mathematics Club
Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA)
National Honors Society (NHS)
Theater (two performances, Fiddler on the Roof and Clue)
Favorite Class this Year? AP US History
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Community
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “Starting a new school is tough, and a school with a high academic standard is even tougher, so my advice to you would be to reach out to your peers and friends; reach out to your teachers and counselors for help because the truth is they all want you to succeed."
Ezra G., Class of 2023
On-campus Activities:
Model UN Club
Animal Therapy Group
Anti-Voter Suppression Group
Animal Therapy Group
Anti-Voter Suppression Group
Favorite Class this Year: AP US History
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Learning
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “One piece of advice I would give is to stay organized. The work can become a lot and not being organized is your worst enemy in such a scenario.”
Addie J., Class of 2023
On-campus Activities:
Key Club
National Honor Society (NHS)
The Grizzly, BASIS Independent Brooklyn Student News Site
Leadership Club
Peer Tutoring
Student Mentorship Program
Favorite Class this Year: AP US History
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Rewarding
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “A piece of advice that I would give to a new student joining the BASIS Independent Brooklyn community is to take advantage of the many after school opportunities given, such as Student Hours, clubs, and sports because they are a great way to release stress and be a part of the community here.”
Quinn J., Class of 2023
On-campus Activities:
Key Club
National Honor Society (NHS)
Leadership Club
Student Mentorship Program
Travel Club Soccer
Favorite Class this Year: AP Calculus
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Challenging... in a good way
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “One piece of advice that I would give to a new student joining BASIS Independent Brooklyn is to stay calm even when there may be an obstacle in your way (a class gets hard, there is an important test coming up, etc) and remember that you will overcome it!”
Riana S., Class of 2023
On-campus Activities:
Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA)
National Honor Society (NHS)
The Grizzly, BASIS Independent Brooklyn Student News Site
Model UN Club
Band
Debate Team
Student Mentorship Program
Leadership Club
Key Club
Girls Who Code
Choir
Favorite Class this Year: AP Language
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Possibility
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “Even though BASIS Independent Brooklyn offers a diverse curriculum, full of many different clubs and classes, always keep searching for more opportunities to further that diversity and enhance your experience. Through those new ideas, you will help others and learn more about yourself as you develop your character. Everyone offers new perspectives and ideas which can better our school community. BASIS Independent Brooklyn may provide these opportunities, but the actions that you take as a result, the knowledge you leave with, and the change in your character are what truly matter in the end.”
Class of 2022
Luka G., Class of 2022
On-campus Activities:
National Honor Society (NHS)
The Grizzly, BASIS Independent Brooklyn Student News Site
Model UN Club
Favorite Class this Year: AP US History
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Diversity
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “As for BASIS Independent Brooklyn newcomers, I would advise that you use this environment to find out what you truly enjoy. You can experiment and test the waters, but use this environment, the faculty, and the students to really explore your passions; with passion comes enjoyment and enjoyment is what ultimately drives success.”
Courtney H., Class of 2022
On-campus Activities:
National Honor Society (NHS)
The Grizzly, BASIS Independent Brooklyn Student News Site
Movie Club
Favorite Class this Year: AP Economics
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Rigorous
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “My advice is to always go to Student Hours. If you are struggling or you just want to talk, our teachers are always supportive!”
Katie H., Class of 2022
On-campus Activities:
National Honor Society (NHS)
Editor for The Grizzly, BASIS Independent Brooklyn Student News Site
Peer Tutoring
Student Mentorship Program
Favorite Class this Year: AP US History
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Diversity
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “A piece of advice that I would give to a new student coming to BASIS Independent Brooklyn would be to make sure that they manage their time well. While we do get an extensive amount of homework, with the right time management, there is plenty of time for social events and hobbies.”
Murphy K., Class of 2022
On-campus Activities:
National Honor Society (NHS)
Science Bowl
Favorite Class this Year: AP Physics 2
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Community
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “My piece of advice to new students is to not be afraid. Everyone here is extremely supportive and you will fit right in.”
Luc M., Class of 2022
On-campus Activities:
Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) (Co-Facilitator)
Model UN Club
Writing Club (Founder)
National Honors Society (NHS)
Favorite Class this Year: AP Physics 2
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Community
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “My piece of advice to new students is to not be afraid. Everyone here is extremely supportive and you will fit right in.”
Peter M., Class of 2022
On-campus Activities:
Leadership Club
Debate Club
Peer Tutoring
Varsity Soccer
Varsity Basketball
Favorite Class this Year: AP Physics
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Community
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “I would advise a new student to frequently communicate with teachers in Student Hours and not be afraid to ask for help!”
Sidharth R., Class of 2022
On-campus Activities:
Editor-in-Chief, The Grizzly, BASIS Independent Brooklyn Student News Site
National Honors Society (NHS)
Mathematics National Honors Society
Model UN Club
Peer Tutoring
Student Mentorship Program
Favorite Class this Year: AP Biology (though I also love AP Physics a lot)
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Challenging
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “If you are a new student joining BASIS Independent Brooklyn, I would recommend making sure that you get enough sleep and that you spend your time as efficiently as possible!”
Clara V., Class of 2022
On-campus Activities:
Japanese Culture Club
National Honors Society (NHS)
Fine Arts Festival and Club
Theater (actor and assistant director)
Favorite Class this Year: AP Psychology
First Word that Comes to Mind When You Hear "BASIS Independent Brooklyn"? Hardworking
What Advice Would You Give to a New Student? “A piece of advice that I would give to a new student joining BASIS Independent Brooklyn is to utilize Student Hours. They are great for homework help, studying, and getting to know your teachers!”
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