Respect. Unity. Determination.
WELCOME TO P.S. 233
THE LANGSTON HUGHES SCHOOL
LATEST NEWS
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To Our Wonderful
P.S. 233 Families
Dear School Community/Parents, Students, and Staff,
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I hope this message finds you well. I am excited to introduce myself as the new principal of P.S. 233-The Langston Hughes School. It is an honor to join such a dedicated and vibrant community, and I am eager to work alongside you to foster a positive and enriching environment for our students.
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As I step into this role, I bring with me a commitment to academic excellence, inclusivity, and the overall well-being of every student. My goal is to ensure that PS 233 continues to be a place where all students feel valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. Your former Principal, Mrs. Denean Spellman, loved you and had incredibly high expectations of you. I plan to continue her great work of academic excellence for all students.
My experience as a classroom teacher, Literacy Coach, Academic Intervention Services Coordinator, Assistant Principal, and Principal has prepared me well to be your Instructional Leader. As Langston Hughes stated, “Hold fast to your dreams, for without them life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly.” I have great dreams and aspirations for our scholars, and we will work together to ensure that the mission and vision of our school is attained.
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In the forthcoming weeks, I look forward to meeting each of you—community members, students, parents, and staff. I believe that open communication and collaboration are essential to our success. I welcome your thoughts and ideas as we work together to create the best possible learning experience for our students.
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Thank you for your warm welcome and support as I transition into this new role. Together, I am confident that we can accomplish great things for our school community.
Respectfully,
Debra Cunningham
Principal I.A.
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October 21: In-School Animals Visit (Kindergarten)
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October 25: Fall Ball 5:30PM-8:00PM (Grades 3-5)
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October 31: Literary Character Day (3K-Grade 5)
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November 1: Schools Closed - Dawali
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November 5: Election Day -Students Do Not Attend School
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November 7: Half-day - Parent-Teacher Conferences - 11:10am dismissal
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November 11: Veterans Day -School Closed
ABOUT P.S. 233
A Community of Learners
P.S. 233, The Langston Hughes School, is a public 3-K through Grade 5 elementary school. We have faithfully served our East Flatbush community for over 90 years, and focus on educating the whole child - socially, emotionally, and academically.
Our talented and dedicated teachers provide students a strong foundation in all subject areas. We ensure opportunities for students to engage in critical thinking and problem solving, effective communication, collaboration and creativity as part of their school experience. We provide for varied and effective use of technology and real-world application of knowledge and skills.
Our students receive specialized courses in music instruction and performance, library media, computer science, robotics, horticulture and hydroponics, and physical education. Struggling students and those with special needs are offered the additional supports needed to grow and flourish as learners.
All of our classroom teachers have earned Master's degrees in Education. Most of our students are of Caribbean or Middle Eastern descent.
"When a man starts out to build a world,
He starts first with himself."
Langston Hughes
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