Community Spaces

A Space to Bring People Together

Request space at our high school for town halls, workshops, community meals and more. Anyone can ask. Community partners pay no rental fee.

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Spaces for Your Next Gathering


School in the Square takes its name from the public square, the place where neighbors meet, solve problems and celebrate together.


Anyone can request space at our high school at 12 Sherman Ave. Local organizations, nonprofits and community elected officials are our community partners and pay no rental fee. Hold a town hall, a community forum, a workshop or a food drive.


Tell us what you are planning. We will help you find the right room.

4 kinds of space

Gym, Media Lab, classrooms and cafe

Up to 450 guests

In our largest space, the gym

Evenings and weekends

Weekdays from 5 p.m. Weekends from 8 a.m.

Explore our Spaces

Four kinds of space, all at our high school. Pick the one that fits your group, then ask about your date.

School in the Square High indoor volleyball court with players practicing under bright lights.

Gymnasium

Our gym is our largest space. It holds up to 450 people. Hold a town hall, a gala or a community meal on the court. Host a sports league, a fitness program, or a community gathering.


Includes: basketball court, bleachers, sound system, stage, tables, and chairs.

Media Lab

Our Media Lab is a flexible room. It holds up to 133 people. Host a workshop, a social event, or a community meal.


Includes: tables, chairs, and Promethean board.

School in the Square High students seated in the media lab.
School in the Square High classroom of students seated at desks, facing a teacher near a large display in a bright, modern room.

Classrooms

Our classrooms are smaller rooms. Each classroom holds up to 30 people. Use one for tutoring, a workshop, or a small meeting.


Includes: desks, whiteboards, and Promethean board.

Cafe

Our cafe is a bright, open room. It holds up to 200 people. Hold a training, a workshop, or a community meal. Host a food drive, a meal distribution or a small business, and vendor fair.


Includes: tables, chairs, and refrigerators.

School in the Square High cafeteria with people seated at tables in a bright, open room with large windows.

What to Know Before You Ask

Hours

Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost

No rental fee for community partners. Charges for security and maintenance apply only when you use the building outside regular school hours, such as after 7 p.m. on weekdays and on weekends.

Booking

Spaces go first come, first served and must be reserved in advance. Ask early.

House rules

No smoking, alcohol or disruptive activities. As the host, you guide your guests and keep them in the areas your group is approved to use. This keeps students, staff and guests safe.

Where to Find Us

School in the Square High

12 Sherman Ave.
New York, NY 10040


Right now, community space requests are for our high school only.


Have a question before you request a space? Send an email to events@schoolinthesquare.org.

Get directions

Four Steps to Your Event

A request does not guarantee a space. Want to see a room first? Ask for a tour in your request.

Send your request

Hear from us

School administration reviews your request and confirms.

Sign an agreement

It outlines how your group will use the space.

Host your event

We look forward to partnering with you.

FAQs

Quick answers about hours, food, tours, and cancellations.

  • Who can request a space?

    Anyone. Local organizations, nonprofits, and community elected officials are our community partners and pay no rental fee.

  • Which spaces can I request?

    The gymnasium, Media Lab, classrooms, and cafe, located at our School in the Square High.

  • What kinds of events are allowed?

    Town halls, community forums, workshops, tutoring, trainings, community meals, food drives, vendor fairs, and sports or fitness programs. No smoking, alcohol, or disruptive activities.

  • How much does it cost?

    No rental fee for community partners. Charges for security and maintenance apply outside regular school hours, such as after 7 p.m. on weekdays and on weekends.

  • How many people fit?

    Gymnasium 450. Cafe 200. Media Lab 133. Classrooms 30 per room.

  • When can I reserve a space?

    Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Can I bring food or hire a caterer?

    Yes, food and catering are allowed. You will pay a cleaning fee. Our cleaning company cleans the space afterward so it is ready for students and staff the next day.

  • How early should I request a space?

    Spaces go first come, first served. Reserve at least one month before your event. Ask early to get the date you want.

  • What if I need to cancel?

    Yes, you can cancel. Please tell us at least 72 hours before your event date. This lets us offer the space to someone else.

  • Can I see the space first?

    Yes. Ask for a tour in your request. Tell us which room you want to see and a few days that work for you.

  • Is a request the same as a booking?

    No. School administration reviews your request and confirms it first. Then you sign an agreement.