The School at Columbia University

💙 From the Class of 2007 to the Class of 2022, alums recently returned to TSC for an evening of conversation, connection and reflection. We cherish these gatherings because they are a wonderful reminder that while students may leave TSC, they remain an important part of our community for years to come.

🍎 As the end of the school year approaches, students continue to extend their learning beyond the classroom through meaningful experiences across NYC! From exploring changemakers at The Jackie Robinson Foundation and deepening scientific inquiry at the American Museum of Natural History to celebrating a year of service at the NYPL The New York Public Library and connecting with nature at Black Rock Forest, these experiences bring curriculum to life while creating memories together.

The Gr. 8 Social Action Project Showcase celebrated the culmination of months spent examining issues, asking questions and taking action. Students presented projects that reflected both careful research and a growing understanding of the role they can play in shaping their communities.

In a full-circle moment, students were joined by TSC alum and New York State Assemblymember Jordan J.G. Wright for Harlem ('08–'09), who shared his journey from TSC student to public servant. Hearing how his own Social Action Project sparked an interest in civic engagement offered a meaningful example of the lasting impact this work can have. Thanks for stopping by!

Did you know... butterfly wings are covered with thousands of scales, about 600 scales per square millimeter or up to one million scales per wing?! First graders learned this and much more about the amazing diversity of butterflies. They studied butterfly wings under the microscope, simulated how butterflies both see and smell the world, and interpreted butterfly movements through songs sung in Spanish and dance sequences.

Kindergarteners and fourth graders on their Buddy Trip to Black Rock!

Eighth graders had a blast during their recent visit to Washington D.C.! Students explored its rich history and made classroom connections while bonding as a class during their last few days as eighth graders!

We had an absolutely gorgeous day for Field Day 2026! Teams Navy and Sky had a great time challenging themselves, cheering each other on, and celebrating the school year together. We love heading up to CU Baker Field for our Field Day every year. It's such a special treat for our school. Thank you to our fabulous Wellness Team, and all teachers, staff and students, for a fun and fantastic Field Day 2026! Let’s go, TSC! 🦁 💙

🐠🐠 Kindergarteners made a splash during their iBlocks at Asphalt Green Aquatic Center! Through swimming readiness lessons, students were able to build confidence in the water while learning important lifelong skills including water safety, floating, swim strokes and more. 🐠🐠

A wonderful celebration of creativity and collaboration for Gr. 3! Following their visit to Layer the Wall Part I at Abrons Arts Center students connected their learning about immigration in NYC through writing and artwork—earning the Class Size Winner Prize in Grand Pistachio’s post-performance contest. 👏💙👏

A joyful day at Carnegie Hallfor Kindergarten and Gr. 3! Kindergarten students participated in the Musical Explorers experience, celebrating music and movement from around the world through song and dance. Meanwhile, third graders brought wonderful energy to the performance space as they played recorders, listened and engaged alongside the larger audience.