Mission and Vision

Vision

PS/MS 278 cultivates the seeds of real-world success within each student, fostering a transformative journey that prepares them to thrive in a rapidly evolving global landscape. Our students step confidently onto the path of high school and beyond, armed with the skills, knowledge, and character to excel as leaders, critical thinkers, and compassionate human beings. In achieving this, we not only realize our vision but also honor our collective responsibility to shape a brighter future for all.

Values

  • Personal Responsibility 
  • Respect 
  • Inclusive 
  • Dedicated to Growth 
  • Engaged

Priorities

  1. Welcoming & Affirming Environment 
  2. Deepening Student Connection
  3. Strengthening Parent Partnerships
NYC Reads: Moving from Laying the Foundation to Deepening the Work  
Assessments  
Teams looking at student work and lessons to plan next steps (structures such as Japanese Lesson Study)  
Return to student notebooks to support daily writing and student independence  
  
NYC Solves: Implementation of IM and fostering mathematical discourse through structured collaboration and protocols  
Responding to Data 1) In the moment, 2) The next day(s) within the lesson, 3) The next day(s) within centers/small group instruction.  
Return to student notebooks to show mathematical thinking and foster student independence  
  
MTSS: Advancing our Efforts- W.I.N. Period (What I Need Periods)
 
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Instructional Focus

If we engage all students in daily opportunities to make their thinking visible—through writing, discussion, and other expressive modes across content areas — then they will develop as confident, skilled communicators who think deeply, find their voice, and make an impact beyond the classroom.