The Mission & Vision Statement of P.S. 203 Q
The mission of PS 203~The Oakland Gardens School is to insure that its students will achieve the highest academic standards as outlined in the Chancellor’s Goals, the Region and the District mission by:
a. Providing an environment conducive to hands-on learning in which students are encouraged to inquire, apply and extend their understanding of the world through problem-solving and decision-making skills
b. Providing an education for all students with equity and access, including those with disabilities, limited English proficiency, advanced independent learning skills and educational challenges
c. Differentiating curriculum and instructional strategies to maximize success for all students
d. Educating the whole child in a developmental context, incorporating diverse needs both sequentially and circumstantially, within a caring community
e. Offering professional development for staff to facilitate the integration of change at all levels of the learning process, set within a framework of high expectations
f. Utilizing a variety of assessment strategies that support all aspects of the instructional and infrastructural design
g. Involving parents and the community in the learning process and shared decision-making
What We Do to Support the Mission & Vision
*MacMillian McGraw Hill PreK thru Grade 5 Math, Literacy Programs, Science and Benchmark Assessment tools
* IIM (Independent Investigation Method) Research Skills
*School wide and Grade Level Enrichment Programs
* Communications Arts Program
*Computer Lab
*New Library
*Resource Room Instruction
*Specialists in Art, Computer, Drama, Fitness & Health, Library, Music,Science and Dance
*Professional Development
*Schoolwide Storytelling Residencies
*School Leadership Team, Safety Plan Team, Attendance Plan Team, Crisis Team
* School Based Support Team*: Psychologist, Social Worker, IEP Teacher
*Direct phone # 718 423 8652
* Related Student Services: Guidance Counselor, Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Adaptive Physical Education, Safety Officer, Nurse and Health Screening
* P.S. 203 Q ~ The Oakland Gardens School*