MARSH AVENUE SCHOOL FOR EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING

Marsh Avenue School for Expeditionary Learning (MASEL), located at 100 Essex Drive in Staten Island, is a unique public middle school (serving grades 6–8) that operates on the principles of the EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) model. This educational philosophy emphasizes "learning by doing" through long-term, interdisciplinary projects—known as "expeditions"—that connect academic standards to real-world issues. By focusing on inquiry-based learning, the school encourages students to take an active role in their education, fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and a deep sense of responsibility toward their local and global communities.

Beyond its academic rigor, MASEL is recognized for cultivating a supportive and tight-knit school culture. The school prioritizes social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement, utilizing practices like crew meetings to build strong relationships between students and staff. Because it is a smaller school environment, MASEL is able to provide a personalized learning experience that challenges students to produce high-quality work while developing the character traits necessary for success in high school and beyond.