I am so pleased with my son's education so far at PS 56. He is in the first grade, and just when I think there cannot be a better teacher than the one he has, we are blessed with another dedicated professional . Mrs. Bergonzi, in pre-K, was so loving and kind yet firm, and gave my son the best foundation
... Read more for learning that any parent could ask for. In Kindergarten, the grade where we learn the basis for everything in life, Ms. Netzel was the most wonderful, involved, truly caring person, and treated each child like her own. My son was more than prepared for first grade under her guidance. Now, in First Grade my son's teacher is Ms. Eisenberger. She has taught reading and writing skills that her students will use for the rest of their educational life. Everyday Math, however, still has not won me over. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/05/09
My son is new to this school and is in kindergarten. His teacher is the one everyone warned me about, and i must say that she is nothing like what some people have told me. If u get her for kindergarten give her a chance and please do not listen to what others say. she is tough but loves her students
... Read more and the feeling is mutual. The school itself has very high standards for the students and the parent coordinator is a doll. She is willing to help in any way possible. All in all i am very pleased with the school and it's staff. the board of education on the other hand... Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/18/08
This is the first year for my kids at PS56. My son is in K with Mrs Di Pasqua. She is so passionate and professional. I'm sure that he will learn alot from her! My daughter is in fifth with Mrs Pellecchia. She loves her teaching. My daughter goes to school every morning with a big smile on her face
... Read more :-) I love that! PS: Thanks alot to Mrs Siliano for her kindness. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/07/08
my two daughters go to ps.56. one is in seco nd the other one in fifth.. my daughters have learned alot and i thank mrs cappola for giving my daughter the foundation for her yrs to come..... im so proud to be a part of ps .56
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Posted by a parent on 09/07/08
My daughter stepped up from Mrs. Bergonzi's Pre-k class last year. I was so impressed by the way the She just totally maid her feel so comfortable and taught so much that I was floored at the things she came came with. I am looking foward to kindergarten, I am a little nervous though about who my daughter
... Read more will get. I hear all the teachers are wonderful with the exception on one. I try no to believe rumors though. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/23/08
I absolutely love this school. I have my 2 sons attending this school and they both love it especially my husband and I. thank god I have to great wonderfull teachers my kindergarten who loves Ms.Pulice, and my second grader ms.Ferioulo. Ms.Ferioulo is a wonderful teacher, my son xcame from a different
... Read more school plu he had some reading problems and Ms.Ferioulo sat right beside him helping and make sure that he is up to date with his class. I absolutely love her, I wish she could be his third grade teacher. Ms.Pulice very loving my kindergarten loves her, he has learned alot with her. I hope that all teachers could be ike them loving and caring, let's see. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/28/08
My son is in kindergarten and each day he leaves school in anticipation for the next day. His teacher is Ms. Netzel. She is so dedicated and passionate, it pours out into her teaching. I am certain he will enter into 1st grade prepared and confident. I wish all teachers were as devoted as Ms. Netzel.
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Posted by a parent on 01/03/08
Thus far, I am satisfied with the school. My child is in kindergarten, and leaves school with a smile on her face. I believe that my child is learning, happy and served well. She will leave kindergarten more than ready for first grade. My advice to parents who have children entering K in 2008 is
... Read more to reserve your judgement and give the teacher time before you waste time and energy getting stirred up by uninformed parents. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/03/08
Great school...but my son comes out freezing from the air conditioning,I mean I'm thankful that the school has the luxury of air conditioned rooms but,it needs to be set comfortably so that it's not too cold.And,my son says that the bathrooms are disgusting and unsanitary which is a shame because it
... Read more is a beautiful school.The teachers are friendly and caring.And,thank goodness for the new,better Principal.Overall the school is fun for the kids and they follow an excellent curriculum.Just one more thing,the schoolyard needs to be repainted.In the past the schoolyard was painted by parent volunteers,hopefully we can do that again and get the schoolyard looking good again for our children.I'll be the first to volunteer. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/13/07
my son has gone to this school since third grade. the teachers are excellent. they push the children to do their best.
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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:
763
Students per teacher:
19
Full-time teachers:
41
Number of classrooms:
30
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Staten Island schools — Ps 56 Louis Desario School is located at 250 Kramer Ave, Staten Island NY 10309. 250 Kramer Ave is in the Charleston neighborhood and 10309 ZIP code in Staten Island, NY The school district for Ps 56 Louis Desario School is the New York City Department Of Education. Ps 56 Louis Desario School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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