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MISSION & CORE VALUES
Blue Engine partners with schools to unlock human potential. We are committed to values that are central to our culture—the “soul” of the work of BETAs, staff, teachers, board members and partners alike. >>>

OUR STORY
Founded in 2009, Blue Engine is based on ten years of fieldwork and research on college readiness conducted by founder Nick Ehrmann. >>>

LEARNING REIMAGINED
Learn more about Blue Engine's approach to team teaching in classrooms in this video by Run Riot Films. >>>

PRESS
Stories of Blue Engine's students, teachers, BETAs, and founder have been featured by President Obama, the New York Times, TIME, and more. >>>

TEAM

BETAS
Meet the 2017-2018 Blue Engine Teaching Apprentices who partner with teachers to prepare greater numbers of students for success in higher education. >>>

STAFF
Meet the humans on Blue Engine's staff committed to supporting educators, producing a measurable impact, and building a scaled, systemic solution. >>>

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Meet our governing board, comprised of distinguished leaders whose support and expertise help guide and grow Blue Engine’s impact. >>>

BOARD OF ENGINEERS
Meet the energetic young professionals who strengthen Blue Engine through fundraising, awareness building, and program capacity support. >>>

PROGRAM

HOW IT WORKS
Four key components define our program model: small group instruction, data and assessment, social cognitive curriculum, and extended learning time. >>>

UNIQUE APPROACH
Blue Engine capitalizes on the energy and talents of recent college graduates by thinking differently about what education service can look like. >>>

SCHOOL PARTNERS
Blue Engine currently works in six non-charter public high schools across New York City, one in Washington Heights and five in the South Bronx. >>>

IMPACT (2016)
See our 2015-16 preliminary impact summary. >>>

PAST RESULTS (2013)
Check out this infographic summary of our impact in 2012-13 and, for those as nerdy as us, a full report on our methods and results. >>>

JOIN OUR TEAM

2017-2018 TEACHING APPRENTICE APPLICATION
Apply to become a Blue Engine Teaching Apprentice (BETA) for the 2017-2018 school year! >>>

BETA ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
We’re excited you are considering joining our team! Here's some information on what we're looking for in future BETAs. >>>

THE BETA ROLE
Learn more about what BETAs do, why they do it, and how you can join them. >>>

BETA FAQ
Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about the BETA experience and admissions process. >>>

JOIN OUR TEAM
We're always looking for dedicated, self-aware, smart people who genuinely want to work with a our staff and team to grow professionally and make an impact. >>>

GET INVOLVED

DONATE NOW
Whether you sponsor a BETA, a student, a college trip, or contribute $10, your donations bring our students one step closer to college success. >>>

GET TO KNOW OUR PARTNERS
The philanthropic foundations and corporations that back Blue Engine make this work possible. To say we are grateful is an understatement. >>>

CELEBRATE WITH US
There are many ways to support Blue Engine. Whether you want to start a fundraising campaign or make a matching gift, we'll help you give any way you can. >>>

BE AN ENGINEER
Interested in leveraging your strengths to support Blue Engine? You might be a good fit for the Board of Engineers. Applications are accepted year around. >>>

6TH ANNUAL BLUE PARTY
Join us on the casino floor and raise money in support of Blue Engine’s mission to improve student achievement at the 6th Annual Blue Party, a costume casino event. >>>

The 6th Annual Blue Party

COSTUME CASINO FUNDRAISER

costumes · casino games · music · open bar · food · fun
$115 single · $200 double

Blue Engine’s Board of Engineers invites you to a night of costumed casino fun!

Sharpen your fangs, air out your wings and join us at the casino tables. Experienced dealers make poker, blackjack, craps and roulette fun for novice players and card sharks alike. Join us on the casino floor and raise money in support of Blue Engine’s mission to improve student achievement.

No costume? No problem!
We’re selling his and her masks for just $15 at the party. Get yours while supplies last.

$200 in Casino Chips Per Person with Ticket Purchase
*additional chips available for purchase at event*

Interested in sponsoring the event?
Join us as a Blue, Gold or Silver sponsor and receive an exceptional suite of sponsorship benefits
in addition to the pride of fueling Blue Engine’s work in New York City classrooms.

Blue Sponsorship: $5,000

Premium sponsorship benefits include admission for 10 guests, casino table naming opportunities (4 tables),
live advertisement by event DJ, company logo on event promotional materials, company logo on Blue Engine website
(“Our Partners” page) & access to event guest list (all guests who agree to be contacted by our sponsors).
BECOME A BLUE SPONSOR

Gold Sponsorship: $2,500

Choice sponsorship benefits include admission for 5 guests, casino table naming opportunities (2 tables),
live advertisement by event DJ & company logo on event promotional materials.
BECOME A GOLD SPONSOR

Silver Sponsorship: $1,000

Select sponsorship benefits include admission for 2 guests & the opportunity to name one table on the casino floor.
BECOME A SILVER SPONSOR