BUGS
@bugsbrooklyn.bsky.social
Middle School for Grades 6-8
Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn NY
Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn NY
Join #BUGS #Sustainability Program Manager, Laura Karlen, for a virtual conversation with Old Stone House & Garden Train on growing gardens & #EducatingforSustainability.🌱
📅 1/14 @t 5pm; Sign up by 3pm @ bit.ly/Jan14GrowatB...
#WeLoveGardens #Hydroponics #Urbanfarming #SystemsThinking #GrowatBUGS
📅 1/14 @t 5pm; Sign up by 3pm @ bit.ly/Jan14GrowatB...
#WeLoveGardens #Hydroponics #Urbanfarming #SystemsThinking #GrowatBUGS
January 13, 2026 at 9:14 PM
Join #BUGS #Sustainability Program Manager, Laura Karlen, for a virtual conversation with Old Stone House & Garden Train on growing gardens & #EducatingforSustainability.🌱
📅 1/14 @t 5pm; Sign up by 3pm @ bit.ly/Jan14GrowatB...
#WeLoveGardens #Hydroponics #Urbanfarming #SystemsThinking #GrowatBUGS
📅 1/14 @t 5pm; Sign up by 3pm @ bit.ly/Jan14GrowatB...
#WeLoveGardens #Hydroponics #Urbanfarming #SystemsThinking #GrowatBUGS
On behalf of all of us at BUGS, we wish you love and joyful celebrations with family and friends, health and happiness for the new year, and peace around the world.
#HappyHolidays #GrowatBUGS #happynewyear❤️ #Peace #Joy #Love #Community
#HappyHolidays #GrowatBUGS #happynewyear❤️ #Peace #Joy #Love #Community
December 24, 2025 at 2:54 PM
On behalf of all of us at BUGS, we wish you love and joyful celebrations with family and friends, health and happiness for the new year, and peace around the world.
#HappyHolidays #GrowatBUGS #happynewyear❤️ #Peace #Joy #Love #Community
#HappyHolidays #GrowatBUGS #happynewyear❤️ #Peace #Joy #Love #Community
Mr. G received a shoutout at today's team meeting for starting the year off hot🔥 and was also awarded a fresh jalapeño from the #BUGSgarden🌱 by Mr. Teddy, #BUGS 6th Grade Sustainable Design Teacher.
#welovevegetables🍅🍆 #GrowatBUGS #Community #STEM #middleschool
#welovevegetables🍅🍆 #GrowatBUGS #Community #STEM #middleschool
September 5, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Mr. G received a shoutout at today's team meeting for starting the year off hot🔥 and was also awarded a fresh jalapeño from the #BUGSgarden🌱 by Mr. Teddy, #BUGS 6th Grade Sustainable Design Teacher.
#welovevegetables🍅🍆 #GrowatBUGS #Community #STEM #middleschool
#welovevegetables🍅🍆 #GrowatBUGS #Community #STEM #middleschool
Cultivating a greener future! 👩🌾 Our dedicated #SustainableDesign team is back at #BUGS #middleschool tending to our beautiful gardens & planning for an amazing school year. We're growing produce in our living classroom & also a deep appreciation for #sustainability & the #environment.
August 15, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Cultivating a greener future! 👩🌾 Our dedicated #SustainableDesign team is back at #BUGS #middleschool tending to our beautiful gardens & planning for an amazing school year. We're growing produce in our living classroom & also a deep appreciation for #sustainability & the #environment.
Less than 2 weeks until the 2025-26 #BUGS school year begins! So excited to welcome students for another great year of exploration and adventure.🌱
#GrowatBUGS #educatingforsustainability #Sustainabilityeducation #Community #LeadChange #middleschool #STEAM #Creativity #Innovation
#GrowatBUGS #educatingforsustainability #Sustainabilityeducation #Community #LeadChange #middleschool #STEAM #Creativity #Innovation
August 12, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Less than 2 weeks until the 2025-26 #BUGS school year begins! So excited to welcome students for another great year of exploration and adventure.🌱
#GrowatBUGS #educatingforsustainability #Sustainabilityeducation #Community #LeadChange #middleschool #STEAM #Creativity #Innovation
#GrowatBUGS #educatingforsustainability #Sustainabilityeducation #Community #LeadChange #middleschool #STEAM #Creativity #Innovation
Today is #Juneteenth, when enslaved Black people in Galveston, TX learned of their freedom & the end of the Civil War. We honor the struggles, resilience & achievements of the African American community today, and every day.
#BUGS #educatingforsustainability #Juneteenth2025 #GrowatBUGS
#BUGS #educatingforsustainability #Juneteenth2025 #GrowatBUGS
June 19, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Today is #Juneteenth, when enslaved Black people in Galveston, TX learned of their freedom & the end of the Civil War. We honor the struggles, resilience & achievements of the African American community today, and every day.
#BUGS #educatingforsustainability #Juneteenth2025 #GrowatBUGS
#BUGS #educatingforsustainability #Juneteenth2025 #GrowatBUGS
#BUGS 7th Graders were thrilled to participate in #BillionOysterProject Student Symposium on Governors Island. Students connected with other young changemakers dedicated to water stewardship & making a positive impact.
#Sustainability #EducatingforSustainability #middleschool #Brooklyn
#Sustainability #EducatingforSustainability #middleschool #Brooklyn
June 1, 2025 at 6:38 PM
#BUGS 7th Graders were thrilled to participate in #BillionOysterProject Student Symposium on Governors Island. Students connected with other young changemakers dedicated to water stewardship & making a positive impact.
#Sustainability #EducatingforSustainability #middleschool #Brooklyn
#Sustainability #EducatingforSustainability #middleschool #Brooklyn
A team of #BUGS National Green Schools Society (NGSS) 8th graders are on their way to the #2025YouthClimateSummit on Governors Island.
#TY #NYCPS for this opportunity to foster student voice & build connections.🌏💚
#ClimateAction #StudentVoice #LeadChange #EducatingforSustainability 🌏💚
#TY #NYCPS for this opportunity to foster student voice & build connections.🌏💚
#ClimateAction #StudentVoice #LeadChange #EducatingforSustainability 🌏💚
May 21, 2025 at 2:40 PM
A team of #BUGS National Green Schools Society (NGSS) 8th graders are on their way to the #2025YouthClimateSummit on Governors Island.
#TY #NYCPS for this opportunity to foster student voice & build connections.🌏💚
#ClimateAction #StudentVoice #LeadChange #EducatingforSustainability 🌏💚
#TY #NYCPS for this opportunity to foster student voice & build connections.🌏💚
#ClimateAction #StudentVoice #LeadChange #EducatingforSustainability 🌏💚
#BUGS 6th grade students gained a deeper appreciation of "Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters" thanks to a special visit to their reading class by Laura Karlen, BUGS Sustainability Program Manager & professional drummer.
#GrowatBUGS #Humanities #Drumming #EducatingforSustainability #Music #welovereading📚
#GrowatBUGS #Humanities #Drumming #EducatingforSustainability #Music #welovereading📚
May 18, 2025 at 3:24 PM
#BUGS 6th grade students gained a deeper appreciation of "Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters" thanks to a special visit to their reading class by Laura Karlen, BUGS Sustainability Program Manager & professional drummer.
#GrowatBUGS #Humanities #Drumming #EducatingforSustainability #Music #welovereading📚
#GrowatBUGS #Humanities #Drumming #EducatingforSustainability #Music #welovereading📚
Enjoy this behind the scenes view of #BUGS 6th graders rehearsing for their end-of-year CAPA (creative and performing arts) presentation.
The show is on June 16. Family & friends are welcome. Got ? contact [email protected]
#Creativity #Movement #Theater #Dance #Collaboration #Fun #Joy
The show is on June 16. Family & friends are welcome. Got ? contact [email protected]
#Creativity #Movement #Theater #Dance #Collaboration #Fun #Joy
May 15, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Enjoy this behind the scenes view of #BUGS 6th graders rehearsing for their end-of-year CAPA (creative and performing arts) presentation.
The show is on June 16. Family & friends are welcome. Got ? contact [email protected]
#Creativity #Movement #Theater #Dance #Collaboration #Fun #Joy
The show is on June 16. Family & friends are welcome. Got ? contact [email protected]
#Creativity #Movement #Theater #Dance #Collaboration #Fun #Joy
#BUGS 8th graders tackled "Should schools allow students to use AI tools?" in Fishbowl Debate (3v3 style!) arguing FOR & AGAINST. Then, the class jumped in for discussion before casting votes on the strongest argument.
Kudos for persuasive points, fantastic engagement & impressive research! 👏
Kudos for persuasive points, fantastic engagement & impressive research! 👏
May 14, 2025 at 7:50 PM
#BUGS 8th graders tackled "Should schools allow students to use AI tools?" in Fishbowl Debate (3v3 style!) arguing FOR & AGAINST. Then, the class jumped in for discussion before casting votes on the strongest argument.
Kudos for persuasive points, fantastic engagement & impressive research! 👏
Kudos for persuasive points, fantastic engagement & impressive research! 👏
The #BUGS 8th Grade CAPA (creative and performing arts) class is in good form as students prepare for the end-of-year show "The Possession."
A big thank you to our friend Park Slope Performing Arts.
#GrowatBUGS #welovedance❤️ #movement #music #creativity #teamwork #collaboration #community
A big thank you to our friend Park Slope Performing Arts.
#GrowatBUGS #welovedance❤️ #movement #music #creativity #teamwork #collaboration #community
May 12, 2025 at 9:09 PM
The #BUGS 8th Grade CAPA (creative and performing arts) class is in good form as students prepare for the end-of-year show "The Possession."
A big thank you to our friend Park Slope Performing Arts.
#GrowatBUGS #welovedance❤️ #movement #music #creativity #teamwork #collaboration #community
A big thank you to our friend Park Slope Performing Arts.
#GrowatBUGS #welovedance❤️ #movement #music #creativity #teamwork #collaboration #community
We are grateful for the mothers, grandmothers & wonderful mother figures who give our students the support & love that help them thrive.
Happy #MothersDay from #BUGS.
#thankyou to our National Green Schools Society (NGSS) for hosting the plant sale.
#gratitude #joy #motivation #inspiration
Happy #MothersDay from #BUGS.
#thankyou to our National Green Schools Society (NGSS) for hosting the plant sale.
#gratitude #joy #motivation #inspiration
May 11, 2025 at 2:04 PM
We are grateful for the mothers, grandmothers & wonderful mother figures who give our students the support & love that help them thrive.
Happy #MothersDay from #BUGS.
#thankyou to our National Green Schools Society (NGSS) for hosting the plant sale.
#gratitude #joy #motivation #inspiration
Happy #MothersDay from #BUGS.
#thankyou to our National Green Schools Society (NGSS) for hosting the plant sale.
#gratitude #joy #motivation #inspiration
🎉 Mathletes on the Move! 🎉 #BUGS 7th graders are on a scavenger hunt around the school! 🗺️ They are using their area and circumference skills to tackle real-world problems hidden in plain sight. Out-of-the classroom problem-solving fun!
#GrowatBUGS #middleschool #MathInAction #Teamwork #RealWorldMath
#GrowatBUGS #middleschool #MathInAction #Teamwork #RealWorldMath
May 8, 2025 at 7:26 PM
🎉 Mathletes on the Move! 🎉 #BUGS 7th graders are on a scavenger hunt around the school! 🗺️ They are using their area and circumference skills to tackle real-world problems hidden in plain sight. Out-of-the classroom problem-solving fun!
#GrowatBUGS #middleschool #MathInAction #Teamwork #RealWorldMath
#GrowatBUGS #middleschool #MathInAction #Teamwork #RealWorldMath
Good Morning BUGS Friends and Family! Here's a look at whats happening this week at BUGS :)
#BUGS #Brooklyn #NYCCharterschools #SpringinBrooklyn #NYCMiddleSchool #Sustainability
#BUGS #Brooklyn #NYCCharterschools #SpringinBrooklyn #NYCMiddleSchool #Sustainability
April 28, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Good Morning BUGS Friends and Family! Here's a look at whats happening this week at BUGS :)
#BUGS #Brooklyn #NYCCharterschools #SpringinBrooklyn #NYCMiddleSchool #Sustainability
#BUGS #Brooklyn #NYCCharterschools #SpringinBrooklyn #NYCMiddleSchool #Sustainability
On 4/25 #BUGS 8th graders will present their climate resilient adaptive reuse designs for Brooklyn Army Terminal to families, community members & judges. Sustainable Design Expo prizes will be awarded for Community Impact, Economic Visionary, Environmentalist, Outstanding Artist & IPA Award. 💚👏
April 23, 2025 at 5:58 PM
On 4/25 #BUGS 8th graders will present their climate resilient adaptive reuse designs for Brooklyn Army Terminal to families, community members & judges. Sustainable Design Expo prizes will be awarded for Community Impact, Economic Visionary, Environmentalist, Outstanding Artist & IPA Award. 💚👏
A big shoutout to our #BUGS student photographers!
We are so proud of the amazing work you produced during the Afterschool Photography Club. Thank you to AfterSchool program partner IACRL, CinemaKidz & DYCD.
Check out the program flipbook here heyzine.com/flip-book/f3...
#GrowatBUGS #middleschool
We are so proud of the amazing work you produced during the Afterschool Photography Club. Thank you to AfterSchool program partner IACRL, CinemaKidz & DYCD.
Check out the program flipbook here heyzine.com/flip-book/f3...
#GrowatBUGS #middleschool
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April 22, 2025 at 9:02 PM
A big shoutout to our #BUGS student photographers!
We are so proud of the amazing work you produced during the Afterschool Photography Club. Thank you to AfterSchool program partner IACRL, CinemaKidz & DYCD.
Check out the program flipbook here heyzine.com/flip-book/f3...
#GrowatBUGS #middleschool
We are so proud of the amazing work you produced during the Afterschool Photography Club. Thank you to AfterSchool program partner IACRL, CinemaKidz & DYCD.
Check out the program flipbook here heyzine.com/flip-book/f3...
#GrowatBUGS #middleschool
On #EarthDay and every day let’s do our part for people, planet & future generations.
Every choice makes a difference.
What will you do to make a positive impact on the 🌍?
#GrowatBUGS #community #educatingforsustainability #Sustainability #climateaction #protectourplanet #welovegardens🍀🌿🌳🌱
Every choice makes a difference.
What will you do to make a positive impact on the 🌍?
#GrowatBUGS #community #educatingforsustainability #Sustainability #climateaction #protectourplanet #welovegardens🍀🌿🌳🌱
April 22, 2025 at 8:29 PM
On #EarthDay and every day let’s do our part for people, planet & future generations.
Every choice makes a difference.
What will you do to make a positive impact on the 🌍?
#GrowatBUGS #community #educatingforsustainability #Sustainability #climateaction #protectourplanet #welovegardens🍀🌿🌳🌱
Every choice makes a difference.
What will you do to make a positive impact on the 🌍?
#GrowatBUGS #community #educatingforsustainability #Sustainability #climateaction #protectourplanet #welovegardens🍀🌿🌳🌱
#BUGS 8th graders examine climate-resilient design features that address the 3 pillars of Social, Environmental & Economic #Sustainability. They are preparing to present climate resilient adaptive reuse designs of Brooklyn Army Terminal to families & judges at our #SustainableDesign Expo on 4/25.
April 11, 2025 at 9:17 PM
#BUGS 8th graders examine climate-resilient design features that address the 3 pillars of Social, Environmental & Economic #Sustainability. They are preparing to present climate resilient adaptive reuse designs of Brooklyn Army Terminal to families & judges at our #SustainableDesign Expo on 4/25.
📣Are you looking for a middle school that balances engaging academics and individualized support? Discover BUGS!
✔️ Join us for 2025-26! Apply by April 1 for grades 6-8 at bit.ly/ApplyBUGS
#STEM #sustainabilityeducation #sustainability #STEAM #science #sustainabledesign #humanities #futurethinking
✔️ Join us for 2025-26! Apply by April 1 for grades 6-8 at bit.ly/ApplyBUGS
#STEM #sustainabilityeducation #sustainability #STEAM #science #sustainabledesign #humanities #futurethinking
March 31, 2025 at 9:04 PM
📣Are you looking for a middle school that balances engaging academics and individualized support? Discover BUGS!
✔️ Join us for 2025-26! Apply by April 1 for grades 6-8 at bit.ly/ApplyBUGS
#STEM #sustainabilityeducation #sustainability #STEAM #science #sustainabledesign #humanities #futurethinking
✔️ Join us for 2025-26! Apply by April 1 for grades 6-8 at bit.ly/ApplyBUGS
#STEM #sustainabilityeducation #sustainability #STEAM #science #sustainabledesign #humanities #futurethinking
Thanks to the leadership of our National Green Schools Society (NGSS), #BUGS has launched a compost campaign. Together, we can waste manage and commit to composting to improve soil health, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and more).
#LeadChange #STEM #community #climateaction #middleschool
#LeadChange #STEM #community #climateaction #middleschool
March 25, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Thanks to the leadership of our National Green Schools Society (NGSS), #BUGS has launched a compost campaign. Together, we can waste manage and commit to composting to improve soil health, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and more).
#LeadChange #STEM #community #climateaction #middleschool
#LeadChange #STEM #community #climateaction #middleschool
Happy Monday everyone! So....whats the buzz at BUGS this week??
March 24, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Happy Monday everyone! So....whats the buzz at BUGS this week??
Today #BUGS wore our favorite sports gear to show we TEAM UP FOR KINDNESS. Our #Kindness Month celebration continues next week with more great activities to promote the benefits of being kind ❤️.
Make Someone Smile Today 😀
#GrowatBUGS #community #bekind #educatingforsustainability #middleschool
Make Someone Smile Today 😀
#GrowatBUGS #community #bekind #educatingforsustainability #middleschool
March 20, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Today #BUGS wore our favorite sports gear to show we TEAM UP FOR KINDNESS. Our #Kindness Month celebration continues next week with more great activities to promote the benefits of being kind ❤️.
Make Someone Smile Today 😀
#GrowatBUGS #community #bekind #educatingforsustainability #middleschool
Make Someone Smile Today 😀
#GrowatBUGS #community #bekind #educatingforsustainability #middleschool
The 1st day of BUGS Kindness Spirit Week celebrates the message "One Kind Act Multiplies." Friends wear matching clothes to show how one kind act can lead to another.
#BUGS! Tomorrow wear a tie, bow tie or tie-dye for "Kindness 'Ties' Us Together" Tuesday.
#BeKind #KindnessMatters #KindnessMonth
#BUGS! Tomorrow wear a tie, bow tie or tie-dye for "Kindness 'Ties' Us Together" Tuesday.
#BeKind #KindnessMatters #KindnessMonth
March 17, 2025 at 8:15 PM
The 1st day of BUGS Kindness Spirit Week celebrates the message "One Kind Act Multiplies." Friends wear matching clothes to show how one kind act can lead to another.
#BUGS! Tomorrow wear a tie, bow tie or tie-dye for "Kindness 'Ties' Us Together" Tuesday.
#BeKind #KindnessMatters #KindnessMonth
#BUGS! Tomorrow wear a tie, bow tie or tie-dye for "Kindness 'Ties' Us Together" Tuesday.
#BeKind #KindnessMatters #KindnessMonth
During "Investigation Friday," #BUGS 7th graders explored chemical vs mechanical rock weathering. They collected & analyzed data & used evidence to write conclusions.
Learn more about #educatingforsustainability & apply for grades 6-8 by 4/1 @ BUGSbrooklyn.org
#GrowatBUGS #STEM #FutureScientists
Learn more about #educatingforsustainability & apply for grades 6-8 by 4/1 @ BUGSbrooklyn.org
#GrowatBUGS #STEM #FutureScientists
March 17, 2025 at 6:26 PM
During "Investigation Friday," #BUGS 7th graders explored chemical vs mechanical rock weathering. They collected & analyzed data & used evidence to write conclusions.
Learn more about #educatingforsustainability & apply for grades 6-8 by 4/1 @ BUGSbrooklyn.org
#GrowatBUGS #STEM #FutureScientists
Learn more about #educatingforsustainability & apply for grades 6-8 by 4/1 @ BUGSbrooklyn.org
#GrowatBUGS #STEM #FutureScientists