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Our Belief Statement

We believe that “College Begins in Pre-kindergarten.” We believe that every student, without exception, without excuses, will be proficient or advanced in reading, writing, and mathematics.  We are committed to the academic success of every student in our school.  Every student deserves the opportunity to be educated in a way that prepares them for college if they choose to attend. We will cultivate our students’ personal character, and include a culture that encourages anti-racism, equity and belonging.  We will foster creativity, and collaborative skills through a variety of instructional techniques and multiple platforms. We believe that all students can learn, and it is the school’s job to make this happen.

News & Announcements

Community Meeting Featured Photo

Community Meeting

Please see the attached flyer for more information about an upcoming Community Meeting
D17 Debate Tournament Featured Photo

D17 Debate Tournament

Please see the attached flyer with more information about the upcoming D17 Debate Tournament
Summer Youth Employment Featured Photo

Summer Youth Employment

Please see the attached flyer with more information about the Summer Youth Employment Program
District 17 ELL Team Featured Photo

District 17 ELL Team

See the attached flyer with more information about upcoming District 17 workshops
Family Letter Featured Photo

Family Letter

Please see the most recent family letter from the Chancellor
Project Open Arms Featured Photo

Project Open Arms

Please see the flyer with more information for the immigrant community

Calendar

What's Happening at PS 249

The vision of our school is to prepare and motivate students by instilling in them critical reasoning skills, respect for themselves and one another and a commitment to excellence, kindness and perseverance.