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By Daniel Rubenstein
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21st Century Schools must be innovative institutions that teach students to become empowered global citizens.

In September 2009, a new grades 6-12 school plans to open its doors in Brooklyn, New York. In my Viewpoint, I hope to share much of what I learn as I embark on my journey to opening day as the school's founder and director.

About this Contributor

Daniel Kikuji Rubenstein is the Executive Director and founder of Brooklyn Prospect Charter School. He is an educator who has taught in public and private schools for the past 15 years. Most recently, Dan was a faculty administrator at Collegiate School in Manhattan and, previously, taught at Sidwell Friends, DC, School Year Abroad Beijing, and SEED Public Charter School, DC. Dan is a Nationally Board Certified Teacher, and a 2002 recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching. He holds degrees from Hamilton College and St. Johns College and is currently completing a doctorate at Columbia University Teachers College in Education Leadership. His work at SEED public charter school was documented on ABC's Nightline and PBS' Life 360.

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