School Salute 2025

Greenline asked local schools, “What makes you stand out?”

P.S. 16

Leonard Dunkly
157 Wilson Street
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Phone: 718-782-5352

Principal: Dr. Sherise Michael-Coleman
Assistant Principal: Ms. Cilon T. Wilson

Educating Each Child Purposefully, Passionately, and Powerfully!

At P.S. 16, our mission is grounded in a commitment to all scholars’ pursuit of greatness. PS 16 will create an educational blueprint for every scholar to support them in developing skills that will close achievement gaps through purposeful intentions, passionate learning experiences, and powerful relationships. We partner closely with families and community organizations to nurture the social, emotional, and academic development of all scholars.

Our goal is to provide each child with a high-quality education that cultivates a growth mindset—so students learn to approach challenges with confidence, persistence, and pride.

Our vision is to elevate student voice, celebrate inclusivity, and strengthen community connections—extending learning beyond the classroom and into the world.

School Tours (2024–2025): School tours take place the 2^nd Wednesday of every month at 9:00 a.m. Please call to RSVP. For more information, visit our website at brooklynps16.com or contact Ms. Wilson at cwilson4@schools.nyc.gov.

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P.S. 17

Henry D. Woodworth
208 North 5th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Phone: 718-387-2929
www.ps17kbrooklyn.org

Principal: Mr. Anthony Pignataro
Assistant Principal: Ms. Jaleesa Penn

Soaring to Excellence!

Our mission at P.S. 17 is to foster a student-centered learning environment, which provides various opportunities for students to learn and grow as they advance through different stages of life. Through data-driven instruction, students will engage in diverse learning opportunities to become lifelong learners. Our commitment extends to community and parent collaboration to develop the social, emotional, and educational lives of all students. 

P.S. 17 provides each and every child with the highest quality education possible. Our goal is to teach students to develop a growth mindset so they can learn how to navigate any challenge with confidence and perseverance.

P.S. 17’s vision is to encourage learning through student voice, inclusivity, and community outreach, to promote lifelong learning beyond the classroom.

School Tour Dates 2025–2026: October 6, November 3, December 1, January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6, May 4, and June 1.  Tours will start at 9 a.m.  Please bring identification to sign in and see Ms. Nancy Fortunato/Parent Coordinator. Please follow us on Instagram as well @ps17k

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P.S. 18

Principal: Victor Garcia

P.S. 18: Where Everyone is Brave, Connected, and Included as we Learn and Grow Together by Embracing Mistakes as Opportunities.

For over 150 years, P.S. 18K, The Edward Bush School of Leadership, has been part of the Williamsburg community, offering a close-knit and caring place where children can learn and grow.

At P.S. 18K, your child will never be just another student. Every child is known by name, cared for, and supported by teachers who believe in their potential. We are a small, family-oriented school where students feel safe, encouraged, and ready to shine.

What Makes P.S. 18K Stand Out:
❖ Full-Day 3K and Pre-K – A strong start in a warm, structured setting
❖ Small Class Sizes – More personal attention, so every child feels seen and supported.
❖ Tutoring & Extra Help – Extra support to make sure students reach their goals.
❖ Spanish and German Language Instruction – Building bilingual skills and cultural awareness.
❖ Debate Team – Encouraging leadership, confidence, and strong communication.
❖ STEM, Hydroponics Lab, and Sensory Room – Hands-on learning in modern spaces
❖ Art, Music, and Physical Education – A well-rounded program supported by community partners.
❖ 2nd Grade Swimming Program – Teaching safety and confidence in the water.
❖ Field Trips and Assemblies – Learning that goes beyond the classroom.
❖ Community School Services – Extra resources and support for families
❖ Afterschool Options – Free afterschool for grades K–5 with St. Nick’s Alliance, plus extended-day care for 3K & Pre-K until 6:00 pm.

We are committed to making sure every child learns to read on grade level, because we know literacy opens the door to future success. Our CORE Values of LEADERSHIP guide the way we learn and grow together.

Visit Us- We’d love to welcome you to P.S. 18K. We offer school tours year-round: Oct. 7, Nov. 14., Dec. 10, Jan. 15, Feb. 12, March 10, May 12, and every Thursday from 8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. by appointment. To schedule a visit, please reach out to Blanca Ramirez, our Parent Coordinator, at (718) 387-3241 or BRamirez@schools.nyc.gov and/or Mr. Victor Garcia, Principal vgarcia17@schools.nyc.gov.

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P.S. 23K

P.S. 23K is full STEAM ahead! 

The P.S.23K school community is a diverse, close-knit, and welcoming one.  On our most recent school performance dashboard, we either met or exceeded standards in all of the framework categories.  Our teachers and staff are dedicated to providing a nurturing and safe learning environment that encourages students to achieve their academic and social-emotional goals.  After-school programming for Pre-K through 5th grade is through the St. Nicks Alliance.  

School Highlights: New York State Quality Stars 3K & Pre-K Program — Four Star Rating; IRead program for struggling readers; computer science for All — Intensive technology instruction in Robotics, K’NEX, Little Bits/Coding, 3D Printing, drones & internet safety; NYC Reads year 2 school; partnership with 92Y — all students participate in arts programming once a week with a 92Y artist; boxing & intramural sports programming. Hydroponics science lab — students grow and harvest fresh vegetables and herbs in water rich in mineral nutrients instead of soil; Mutt-i-grees program — we have a school comfort dog named Carter; 2018 Participatory Budget Award Recipient – $550K in funding for air-conditioning and auditorium upgrades; 2021 Councilman Chi Osse awarded us a grant for an auditorium renovation & computer room upgrade; 2022 Sen. Hakim Jefferies awarded funding for a hydroponics lab; 2023 Brooklyn borough president Capital Grant recipient — $525K in funding for STEAM capital upgrades.

Open House Dates: We have an open-door policy and invite interested families to visit and see us in action while school is in session — Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.! Call to schedule an appointment.

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P.S. 31

Samuel F. Dupont
75 Meserole Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Phone: 718-383-8998

Principal: Mary Scarlato

Igniting a Passion for Learning at P.S. 31

P.S. 31 is dedicated to continuing a tradition of rigorous academic excellence while nurturing a passion for learning in a safe, inclusive, and caring environment.

Every day, we ignite the curiosity and love of learning through engaging academics, social-emotional development, real-life problem-solving, and tiered instructions that appeal to and support every student. Our goal is to create lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and compassionate leaders who positively impact their communities and the world!

So Much More than Academics: P.S. 31’s mission is to empower students by providing a strong educational foundation enriched with diverse, hands-on activities such as:

School Tour Dates for the 2025–2026 School Year Coming Soon! E-mail P.S. 31 Parent Coordinator for details at KManber@schools.nyc.gov

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P.S. 34

STEM Program – Hydroponic/Outdoor Learning Garden and LEGO Engineering •  First Polish English Dual Language Program • Art and Music Programming for Pre-K through Grade 5

Housed in a landmark building in the heart of Greenpoint, P.S. 34 continues to grow, inspire, and challenge our students to achieve success in an environment that allows students to explore a multitude of programs, enrichments, and initiatives.

For school year 2025-2026, we are proud to host a rich enrichment and cluster programming available to all our students Pre-K through fifth grade.

Every student at P.S. 34 participates in our school-wide enrichment and cluster programs that include dedicated full-time teachers: art with Ms. Rachel Kim, music with Mr. Vlesmas, STEM with Ms. Crawford, and physical education with Mr. Granito. We are especially excited that our Pre-K is included in this exciting school-wide programming. In addition, through PTA-funded grants, we have partnerships with Eckford Street Studios, Marquis Dance, Kid Kitchen, Dancing Classrooms Ballroom, and Chess in Schools. Furthermore, our PTA funds after-school enrichment programs including debate team (Grades 3–5), Disney theater (Grades 4–5), and social-emotional club with our very own social worker Michelle Garavaglia. 

The P.S. 34 PTA, school leadership, and staff, have organized efforts in the last several years to revitalize the McGuinness School and Eckford Street School Yards into a community learning garden. Through volunteering and grants the transformation of this learning garden has become a bounty of native plants and edible foods. We grow figs, grapes, tomatoes, corn, bean, squash, watermelon, and a variety of herbs to enhance our students’ education around conservation and habitat renewal.

As a member of Eco-School, students from Pre-kindergarten to fifth grade participate in our Eco-STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) program. In this program, students learn problem-solving and critical thinking as they study and explore the environment in our school, community, and planet. Our STEM lab provides hands-on learning through our hydroponic system and technology with our state of the art mobile STEM carts equipped with iPad and science tools for research.

As the first Polish-English dual language program in New York City, we are proud to share that this program develops bilingualism in English and Polish as well as an understanding of the Polish culture. Non-Polish speaking students are also eligible to apply.

Parents are always welcome and encouraged to participate in their child’s education at P.S. 34. They can be involved in many different ways such as through our strong PTA and various committees, school volunteers, various workshops, Leadership Day, Family Nights to the circus and shows, baseball games, and Parents Read to Class days.

At P.S. 34 students achieve intellectual and personal excellence at his or her maximum potential in an engaging, inspiring, and challenging learning environment that will prepare them to excel in our school, community and beyond. For tour dates and to sign up, visit our website: http://www.ps34.org/admissions_and_tours. Questions? Contact Ms. Deise Kowalski, Parent Coordinator: Dkowalski@schools.nyc.gov

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P.S. 414

Brooklyn Arbor
325 South 3rd Street
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Phone: 718-963-0393
leadership@brooklynarbor.org​
www.brooklynarbor.org

Principal: Eva Irizarry

Brooklyn Arbor was cofounded in 2012 by District 14 educators, Eva Irizarry and Cristina Albarran. Brooklyn Arbor is a comprehensive prekindergarten through fifth grade learning community committed to helping students thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. We are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for every student where racial, linguistic, economic status/social class, religious, cultural, gender, and other identities are affirmed.  All students will receive an education that places a premium on relationships, engagement with the wider community, and scholarship.

What’s Special: Reggio Emilia inspired PreK program, Responsive Classroom Approach to social-emotional learning, reduced class size, outdoor classroom & garden, STEM Fridays, Family Fridays, Spanish dual language program in grades K-4, PROSE School, Girls Who Code Program, departmentalized 5th grade (“mini middle school”), partnership with St. Nicks Alliance, fall & spring enrichment clubs (including two drama club performances each year!), K-5 computer science instruction, championship Debate Team, active Parent Association that plans events like the Annual Chili Cookoff, school-wide healthy snack policy, beehive, REP Recess Coach, full-time art, music & wellness teacher, student teachers, renovated mindfulness studio, calming room, sensory/Lego walls, school mascot, circulating library and more!

What’s New:

• Building exterior/schoolyard upgrade underway
• Renovated cafeteria
• Gymnasium to be air conditioned soon!
• Hydroponics Lab coming soon!

Upcoming Tours:  Friday, November 7th at 9am, Friday, December 5th at 9am, Friday, January 9th at 9am, and Friday, February 6th at 9am.

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M.S. 126

John Ericsson
424 Leonard Street
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Phone: 718-782-2527
www.ms126.org

Principal: Mr. Tim Goettelmann
tgoettelmann@schools.nyc.gov

Building Community, Engineering the Future

John Ericsson Middle School 126 is a small middle school in the Greenpoint / Williamsburg neighborhood with a big promise – to know all of our students well and provide the best middle school education to meet their interests and needs.  As a magnet school for Environmental Engineering, we use a STEAM-centered curriculum that promotes hands-on, project-based learning and problem-solving. As a community school partnering with St. Nick’s Alliance, we focus on community building, restorative practices, and the whole child / whole family model. We believe in the incredible potential of all our students and know that through goal setting, small group instruction and community-based support, we are engineering the future at JEMS 126. 

Exciting Programs and JEMS 126

Robotics and Dronology; Hydroponics and Gardening in our outdoor classroom; STEAM team in partnership with Brookly Tech; NASA Space Camp; Restorative Justice, Advisory, and Student Leadership Tteams; MSAL Athletics and Club Sports; Powerplay: Girls Empowerment through Sport; weekly “DEALS” clubs (Drop Everything And Lead); high school credit bearing course work:  Algebra, Spanish, Biology; After-school programs until 5:30 p.m. Monday–Friday; art, music, dance, theatre and language electives; Track and Running club in partnership with McCarren Park; and LEO’s community service.

School Tours:  We offer in-person tours on Wednesday mornings, Thursday evenings, and Saturday mornings throughout the fall – we welcome RSVP’s to our Parent Coordinator Marie Diaz at mdiaz155@schools.nyc.gov.   Walk-ins welcomed as well. Wednesdays at 9:30-11:00 am:  10/15, 10/29, and 11/19. Thursdays at 3:30-5:30 pm: 10/16, 10/30, 11/13, and 12/11. Saturdays at 10:00 am – 12 pm:  10/25, 11/8, 11/22, and 12/6.

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M.S. 582

The Magnet School for Multimedia, Technology and Urban Planning
207 Bushwick Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11206
Phone: (718) 456-8218
www.magnet582.com

Principal: Jeffrey Merced

About Us: M.S. 582, The Magnet School for Multimedia Technology and Urban Planning, located in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, serves students in grades 6 through 8. Our educational philosophy is centered on experience, exposure, and discovery—ensuring students have meaningful opportunities to learn, explore, and grow.

We provide a range of learning environments to meet the diverse needs of our students, including general education, Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT), and self-contained classrooms. Our Special Education Teacher Support Services (SETSS) program offers both in-class and pull-out services, complemented by in-house speech, occupational therapy (OT), physical therapy (PT), and counseling to support students’ academic, social, and emotional development.

Innovative Academics: Beyond a strong core curriculum, M.S. 582 offers specialized programs in technology, hydroponics, music, and art. Our fabrication lab, equipped with 3D printers, engravers, and laser cutters, provides hands-on opportunities for students to bring their ideas to life while learning real-world design and engineering skills.

Eighth-grade students can take Regents-level courses in Algebra I, Living Environment, and U.S. History, earning high school credits and gaining exposure to rigorous standards that prepare them for success in high school and beyond.

Enrichment & Extracurricular Activities: We offer a wide variety of enrichment programs, including chess, debate, robotics, student government, music, art, cooking, crochet, yoga, and more. These opportunities, available during lunch and after school, help students explore their passions, develop leadership, and strengthen community connections.

Our seasonal sports program includes baseball, basketball, cheerleading, flag football, kickball, soccer, softball, track, volleyball, and wrestling. We are proud to celebrate our achievements as the 2025 MSAL Baseball Champions and 2025 MSAL Flag Football Champions! Our athletic programs emphasize teamwork, discipline, resilience, and school pride, fostering the balance of academics and athletics that defines a true student-athlete.

Community Partnerships: M.S. 582 values strong partnerships with community organizations. School Settlement enriches student learning through a five-day afterschool program, while Grand Street Settlement provides counseling, family support, and resources for social-emotional growth. Together, these collaborations ensure that students and families receive comprehensive support in a nurturing environment.

Why Choose M.S. 582? Students and families choose M.S. 582 for our unique combination of rigorous academics, innovative programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and extensive extracurricular opportunities—all within a supportive, inclusive community. Our commitment to experiential learning prepares students for success in high school, college, and beyond.

School Tours: M.S. 582 offers school tours every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Additional dates are available. If you cannot attend during these times, please contact our school office at (718) 456-8218 or reach out to our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Collado (ICollado2@schools.nyc.gov), to schedule a convenient appointment.

Dates: Saturday, 9/27 @11:00am, Friday, 10/10 @11:00am and 3:30pm, Friday, 10/17 @11:00am and 3:30pm, Friday, 10/24 @4:00pm, Saturday, 11/1 @11:00am, Monday, 11/3 @11:00am and 3:30pm, Wednesday, 11/12 @11:00am and 3:30pm, and Wednesday, 11/19 @11:00am and 3:30pm.

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PROGRESS High School for Professional Careers

850 Grand Street
Brooklyn, NY 11211
(718) 387-0228
www.progresshighschool.com/

Principal: Dr. Jasmine Peña

“Welcome to PROGRESS High School for Professional Careers. Our “all-inclusive” model is deeply rooted in a cooperative, asset-based lens to ensure all students are provided diverse opportunities for academic, personal, and social-emotional growth in 21st century environments” says Dr. Jasmine Peña, principal.

PROGRESS High School is an exceptional school apart from other schools, offering free college courses for students through dual credit courses with Saint Francis College, and CUNY college courses through College Now. PROGRESS High School views college success and opportunity as a pathway to excellence and equity in life.  In addition to the early college courses, the school offers: advanced placement courses, bilingual classes, regents prep classes, computer science – principles & coding, over 18 sports, Grand Street Campus marching band, and Musical theater. The school also offers virtual internship opportunities through our college and careers courses.

PROGRESS High School has an exceptional fine arts program offering: scenic design, 3d art & studio art, technical theater and musical theater. Our Music program consists of:  Jazz band A, Jazz band B, Jazz band C, Marching band, Repertory band, Symphonic band, and Wind Ensemble.

School Enrollment and Tours: Any student or parent who wants to visit the campus can visit at any time. PROGRESS High School has an open door policy which allows for tours of PROGRESS High School, when any student or parent visits the school. If you prefer to set up a tour, please make an appointment with PROGRESS High School’s main office at (718) 387-0228.

Open House: October 8, 2025 from  4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, November 18, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and December 9, 2025 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. For more info about PROGRESS High School’s programs email the parent coordinator, Ms. Davis at: Adavis51@schools.nyc.gov