Middle College High School at LaGuardia Community College

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Middle College High School at LaGuardia Community College NYCDOE - Middle College High School is a fully integrated part of LaGuardia Community College started in the mid-1970s.

Middle College is a five-year, early college model. Housed on the LaGuardia Community College campus and founded in 1974 as one of the city's first alternative high schools, Middle College is designed for students who would flounder in a traditional high school setting. It is recognized for its success in turning around at-risk students and is one of 209 schools that the chancellor exempted from the citywide uniform curriculum mandated in 2003. It is also one of 29 schools that the city Department of Education selected for a pilot program that grants schools more freedom in curriculum and budget matters if they adhere to higher standards. Middle College offers a more collegiate and independent atmosphere than a typical high school. Helping students to blend in, rather than be set apart from the greater college environment. Middle College is a five-year, early college model where students take classes not only for high school but also for college credit at LaGuardia. After completing four years at Middle College, students can earn a diploma and at least 12 or more college credits. If they stay at the school for a fifth year, they can receive an associate's college degree as well. The school also has a program for hearing-impaired students and offers classes taught in American Sign Language. There are 13 sports teams comprising students from Robert F. Wagner High School, International High School, and Middle College.

Please note the following for Election Day. Students taking classes at LaGCC should note classes are regularly scheduled...
10/18/2026

Please note the following for Election Day. Students taking classes at LaGCC should note classes are regularly scheduled. Speak with teacher or professors beforehand.

Today, 10/17, MCHS and LIC High School hosted the 2nd Annual Queens City Open at Flushing Meadow Pitch and Putt. 24 girl...
10/18/2026

Today, 10/17, MCHS and LIC High School hosted the 2nd Annual Queens City Open at Flushing Meadow Pitch and Putt. 24 girls from both schools and John Adams High School participated. Jaylie B. from MCHS took home the individual title while LIC took the team competition. Despite the cold, everyone had a great time.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are October 28th. Sign-up ASAP. Sign-up can also be found on our website.
10/17/2026

Parent-Teacher Conferences are October 28th. Sign-up ASAP. Sign-up can also be found on our website.

Our Girls Soccer team completed their season yesterday, 10/15. We are so proud of their effort all season. No matter the...
10/17/2026

Our Girls Soccer team completed their season yesterday, 10/15. We are so proud of their effort all season. No matter the record, they brought their best every single match. Great job ladies!

You could read Macbeth. But why read when you can act it out? Jenn’s 10th grade class is taking their understanding of S...
10/16/2026

You could read Macbeth. But why read when you can act it out? Jenn’s 10th grade class is taking their understanding of Shakespeare to the next level.

Spirit Week is coming! We can’t wait to see the pride that you all have. It will culminate with the costume contest on F...
10/16/2026

Spirit Week is coming! We can’t wait to see the pride that you all have. It will culminate with the costume contest on Friday, 10/30. Bring that spirit MCHS!

Throwback Thursday - This pic is from 1941 right behind MCHS on 32nd Place. Did you know the current location of MCHS us...
10/16/2026

Throwback Thursday - This pic is from 1941 right behind MCHS on 32nd Place. Did you know the current location of MCHS use to be X-Acto Knife Factory and located right next to the Packard car plant. It would also become a depot for Pan Am Airlines before being bought by LaGCC in 1989. with the find on this.

Need some academic support? Come after school during these dates for that little extra help during Cycle 1.
10/15/2026

Need some academic support? Come after school during these dates for that little extra help during Cycle 1.

Students in Miriam T. Library class did research during Spanish Heritage Month. They researched people and events that m...
10/14/2026

Students in Miriam T. Library class did research during Spanish Heritage Month. They researched people and events that maybe are not as well-known in world history. They shared their research across the school. Good job everyone!

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45-35 Van Dam Street
Long Island City, NY
11101

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Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

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