I am a parent, I would like to express my feelings. Since my children have gone to PS97 we have been through three principals.We have never had a problem not then and not now. My children have always been safe, happy and have received a great education. We are very happy with the new principal, she is
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Posted by a parent on 09/02/09
As a parent of a child in this school. I am happy with the education and direction P.S. 97 is heading. The school has progressed better in the last years, its grades and ranking have all raised, and are well above city averages in most grades and, subjects. This is all due to the drive and determination
... Read more of the schools staff, from the principle (who genuinely cares for each of her students), asst principle, administrative staff, teachers, and parents who put in alot of time and effort into seeing this school P.S.97 raise its standards. They dedicate themselves into teaching our children and provide them with the tools needed to strive ahead into each grade. There is still room for improvement but, if we all work together, and keep our childrens education, development and, well being first and foremost we can reach our goals. Thank you, Ronald J. Addeo Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/02/09
I am a parent, and I would like to express my feelings of the school. I feel the school is going down hill. The new principal cannot handle her position well. The children are the ones suffering. Things are done unfairly; teachers should be evaluated at least one a year. They ignore parent's comments
... Read more about safety, and they ignore your child. Mr. Neworitz was the best principal; she'll never shine his shoes. Parents, be aware. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/21/09
I couldn't of asked for a better school than PS 97! Both of my children received and outstanding education here. My children always scored well on all of there tests and that is due to the quality of teachers and staff. The principal,assistant principal, and parent coordinator are always there for me
... Read more with any questions or concerns I might have. They also have an active PTA who support PS 97 in any way they can. PS 97 is like a family and that is due to all of the teachers, staff, and parent involvement. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/09/09
PS 97 is a great school. My kids have all went there.They have done very well on there tests, I've never seen my kids so eager to learn until they came to this school. I never had a problem. The teachers and staff are very helpful and caring. The Principal and Assistant Principal are always there when
... Read more I have a problem or a question that needs to be answered. The Parent Coordinator is always there when I have an issue with my child. I always feel welcomed in this school. I honestly can say I am very impressed with PS 97. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/08/09
Everyone thinks this school is great, think again. If you are chinese you will do well and you will be liked. They sure didn't get their foundation for PS 97. They came into the school already educated, which the school loves because their job becomes easy. If your child is just average try chinese school
... Read more or tutoring. They know more about education. They just want the parents to be a teacher, or they teach themselves. Read less
I am one of Public School 97's alumni. I personally believe that this school was the base of my education. Without it, I never would have been accepted into the prestigious school I attend today, I never would have discovered my talents, and I never would have appreciated learning as much as I do. PS
... Read more 97 truly makes learning a pleasure, school an experience to enjoy, not hate. With its wonderful staff, every student feels needed and loved. To me, Public School 97 felt like - feels like - a second home, and its staff feels like family. If I could relive my experience at PS 97, I most certainly would. ~Elissa Read less
Posted by a student on 11/22/08
PS97 is absolutely amazing. My daughter attended this school and to this day, longs to visit it again. Its staff are warm and welcoming, and the principal is active and a true leader.
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Posted by a parent on 11/22/08
Ps97 has always been a great school. Its children, parents and staff are outstanding. They care about each other and work to give its children the best education possible. I can go on, but i think you get the point! I am a former PS 97 principal who understood that we were all family.
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* 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:
851
Students per teacher:
13
Full-time teachers:
67
Number of classrooms:
36
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Special Education
Early Childhood Special Needs, Learning Differences, Speech/Language Pathologists, Title I
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visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
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Brooklyn schools — Ps 97 The Highlawn is located at 1855 Stillwell Ave, Brooklyn NY 11223. 1855 Stillwell Ave is in the Bensonhurst neighborhood and 11223 ZIP code in Brooklyn, NY The school district for Ps 97 The Highlawn is the New York City Department Of Education. Ps 97 The Highlawn is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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