I was very hesitant about enrolling my son into PS 272. Last year, when he son enter kindergarten, the school had a new principa;, Mrs. Dakota Keyes. She is the reason the school has done a complete 180. It started with her passion for the kids and it trickled down to the teachers. Everyone at the school
... Read more is very helpful and their #1 mission is for our kids to succedd. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/08/09
As I sit here and read the reviews of parents and teachers, I say to myself, 'You know, it's cool that someone can really write about something and have people like me view it. I am pretty sure that many people heard about the 'Once upon a Time', low- reputation the school had. I as a parent of a 5th
... Read more grader and soon pre-schooler, have to say that I have seen P.S 272 elevate from nothing to something. In the past when I volunteered as a Learning Leader, I recall the school was out of wack. And yes, it may be true what other people may comment about the turmoil in 272 but I have to say that since Ms. Keyes have taken office as principal, P.S. 272 students, teachers, and parents have learned to believe that 'All is Possible'. I'm sure we will reach for another 'A'! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/08/09
As a learning Leader here at P.S 272 I Ms. Sharnette Morsby have had a great time, I love to see the children and staff excelle .As a parent with a child in Ms Susan Cohen Class I see change growth and a will that my son did not have the fact that he believes in himself is wonderful thank you Ms.Keyes
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Posted by a parent on 04/29/09
As a Parent, I have experience the importance and meaning of Partnership with my Child and his/her School. I listened to parents good and not so good experiences at P.S. 272. I have (3) kids Kristoph, Kyle and Keanu; one of which has graduated and has continued in great success! Great success, by the
... Read more wealth that has been set upon by higher grounds. My 2nd Son Kyle has been doing really great and many thanks to his Teachers, Ms. O Brian & Ms. Molinari and again (us) Parents, working hand-in-hand with school support leadership teams. The strongest element is being part of the PTA, Parents if you really want/need to be heard, you would need to plant your feet into PTA Meetings. It has a huge impact on the result in which you stand. If you re serious about change, you need to work with your teachers, school leaders and your child/children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/29/09
I applaud the principal and the staff of P.S. 272; from the moment Ms. Dakota Keyes took the helm our students have gone from last to first on the list of priorities!!! Ms. Keyes has implemented many new and exciting programs that give new life to bright minds. The children actually look forward to
... Read more school and EVERY morning Ms. Keyes and every single student and teacher sing a Yolanda Adams' song. Finally our kids have an administrator that is truly concerned for THEIR well-being and it shows in each and every one of their bright smiles...... Thank you Demetrius McClammy Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/08/09
Unfortunately, as a parent, I haven't had the same experience. In fact, the principal is only seen in the morning dancing in the auditorium with the students. After that as a parent, you are on your own. One of the assistant principals who has been there for a while is as helpful as she is allowed
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Posted by a parent on 02/01/09
I am really not happy with the effect that this school has on my son, to have a child with special needs in these public schools is not at all beneficial to the child, I feel that my sons teachers are more focused on his behavior than helping him with what he needs to further advance and catch up to
... Read more his classmates. I really do like the Principle Ms. Keyes I feel she really tries hard to keep the school in order as I have never had any major problems. However, teachers needs better training on how to deal with kids with special needs and I also feel that the school should have a better support system for these kind of children. A parent should feel encouraged to send their child to school and have that reassurance that they will be taken cared of academically and psychologically which I don't feel. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/29/09
My daughter has attended P.S.272 since 2005. She arrived as a kindergarden student hoping for an awesome learning experience with teachers and friends. As each year passes by there has been many tremendous improvements. The majority of the school staff has been very helpful throughout the years. I
... Read more am greatful and truely appreciate each individual which we formed a great relationship as if new addition to my family. Mrs. Keyes and staff really care about all the children's education. The school is on the role to become extraordinary zone to success. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/29/09
I have a daughter who been in P.S.272 for over three years now. she became attached to the teachers from last year and present .She loves her principal and the teachers. I also like the school and the teachers where I can come ask questions about my daughter work and her behavior. I think this is a
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Posted by a parent on 01/28/09
I have been involved with this school for a year now. The Principal, Dakota Keyes, is like a light in the world for these children. I've never seen a principal actually LOVE her kids, and believe in her staff the way Ms. Keyes does. Although the population of student would be considered 'high risk'
... Read more I've never felt as comfortable on a campus and interacting with students as I have at PS 272. Not only are kids learning in the culture of this school, (as demonstrated in the change in rating from an 'F' school to an 'A' school) they love being there. The staff is excellent, not to say perfect, but everyone I have encountered has had a heart for these kids, and it's obvious, they're capturing these kids hearts. Thank you. I'll be here all week. Southern Hospitality Read less
* In 2008-2009 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, in grades 4 and 8 in science and in grades 5 and 8 in social studies. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.
Student enrollment:
666
Students per teacher:
11
Full-time teachers:
62
Number of classrooms:
42
Special Education
Early Childhood Special Needs, Gifted Students, Speech/Language Pathologists
Vocational Education
Health, Phys Ed
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general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
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Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Brooklyn schools — Ps 272 Curtis Estabrook is located at 101-24 Seaview Ave, Brooklyn NY 11236. 101-24 Seaview Ave is in the Bergen Beach neighborhood and 11236 ZIP code in Brooklyn, NY The school district for Ps 272 Curtis Estabrook is the New York City Department Of Education. Ps 272 Curtis Estabrook is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 6.
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