We are Crew

The term “Crew” comes from Outward Bound founder Kurt Hahn, whose quote “We are crew, not passengers,” serves as the inspiration and foundation for all community- and relationship- building within NYC Outward Bound and EL Education schools. Students at WESS nurture a deep sense of community through Crew, a weekly small group focusing on character development, relationship-building, social-emotional growth, and academic support. The adult facilitator of each Crew serves as an advocate for their Crew members, taking time to foster community and monitor academic success. Crew is also an engine for equity and inclusion, a place where all students feel they belong and can succeed. All incoming 6th and 9th grade students at WESS are assigned to a Crew and remain with this group for the duration of their school experience.