Frequently Asked Questions

We love welcoming new members to our community! Visit our Registration page for information about enrolling your child at the Bronx Leadership Academy.

Yes, we operate an excellent nutrition program offering free breakfast and lunch for each student. For more information (and current menus), please see our district Food Services page.

Our nurse will administer medication in accordance with state regulations and with physician and parental approval. Please complete our medication authorization form (available from our nurse or front office staff), and bring medications in the original, labeled packaging to the front office.

We are pleased to partner with OMNY to provide students who qualify with students who qualify with OMNY student transportation cards valid for four free rides per day (every day, not just when school is in session) on city transportation. Simply tap your card at any subway, local, limited, or Select bus safe, and you’re on your way!

NYC Schools is another way we keep communication between home and school strong. This app provides you with almost real-time access to your child’s grades, attendance history, and other important information. Please call the front office to receive your account creation code.NYC Schools is another way we keep communication between home and school strong. This app provides you with almost real-time access to your child’s grades, attendance history, and other important information. Please call the front office to receive your account creation code.

Arrival/Breakfast: 8:00–8:20 a.m.
Tardy Bell: 8:20 a.m.
Dismissal: 2:40 p.m.
After-School Activities: 2:45-4:00 p.m.

View a more detailed bell schedule on the Academics page.

If your student must miss school, please email the main office the morning of his/her absence. When your student returns to school, they must bring a doctor’s note or parent letter explaining the absence to room 128. Students missing school for driver’s license testing, banking business, and other personal business will not be excused.

For students under the age of 17, a parent or guardian must sign out and pick up their student at the front office. Students over the age of 17 may leave school with parent/guardian permission, but only after parents have provided the necessary documentation excusing that student from class (e.g., a medical appointment or court subpoena).

We hope every student at the Bronx Leadership Academy holds a deep sense of pride for who we are and what we stand for as a school community. To that aim, we require every student to wear a school uniform that includes a BLA-branded shirt, in the style of their choice, along with any bottom and shoe that does not violate the dress code or present a safety risk. This flexibility celebrates our scholar’s individuality and brings the school community together in a true “wolfpack.”

Any scholar who arrives at school out of uniform will be given a loaner uniform upon entry. In general, we do not allow the following articles of clothing:

• Tops that expose undergarments (including undershirts) or midriff
• Undershirts, du-rags, and bonnets
• Ski masks
• Tank tops

While cell phones can be a wonderful tool for safety and connection, they have also proven to be a distraction in the classroom. At BLA, we have partnered with YONDR to provide students with a safe, effective way to store cell phones and other small electronics while on campus, giving their time and attention to academic achievement while keeping their devices safe. Parents who need to get in touch with their student(s) during the day should call our front office at 718-299-4274.

We strongly encourage your involvement and invite you to connect through our various parent-focused groups, including PTA and Parent University. Learn more at our Parent Corner.