High School for Innovation in Advertising and Media

The High School for Innovation in Advertising and Media (HSIAM) in Canarsie, Brooklyn, serves grades 9-12, offering a distinctive Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program. This allows students to earn an associate degree from CUNY City Tech while completing high school, alongside a state-approved Career and Technical Education (CTE) program in advertising and media. Students can earn Adobe certifications and participate in paid internships, with over 60% of students engaging in paid opportunities annually. The school also provides a rigorous academic program with college courses through partnerships with institutions like Howard and ASU, and Advanced Placement opportunities. The graduation rate of 87.0% is near the citywide median, though college enrollment at 47.2% is below the citywide median. Regents pass rates are mixed, with strong performance in some subjects like Algebra II, but lower rates in others. Parent feedback is exceptionally positive, with 100% favorable responses on recent surveys. Student surveys also report very high favorability for safety, cleanliness, and fair conflict resolution, indicating a supportive and positive school environment. The school is known for its strong career readiness focus and early college pathways.