P.S. 244Q - The Active Learning Elementary School

TALES Back to School Night will be on Tuesday, September 20th, 4:00PM -7:00PM. We Look Forward to Meeting All Families!

First Week of School Information

Attention Pre-K Parents:
Thursday September 8th is a partial day for pre-K students. There will be two sessions held for an orientation with students and families. Letters were sent home regarding which session you and your child will attend. Dismissal will follow after each session.
Friday September 9th is a half day for pre-K students. Arrival will be at 8:20AM and dismissal will be at 11:40PM.

Attention Kindergarten Parents:
Thursday September 8th is a partial day for Kindergarten students. Dismissal will be at 1:10PM.

Attention 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Grade Parents:
School start time will be at 8:20AM. Dismissal will be at 2:40PM.

Attention All Parents:
Monday, September 12th, School will be closed for Eid al-Adha.

Mission Statement

The mission of The Active Learning Elementary School (TALES), a PreK to 3 school, is to foster academic excellence in a safe and caring learning environment, through a partnership of family, staff, and community. TALES strives to meet children's academic, physical, and social needs with the belief that educating the whole child allows for learning at optimal levels. With our rigorous academic curriculum, emphasis on social development, and a focus on health and nutrition, students will receive the foundations necessary to excel academically as well as lead healthy, productive lives. TALES students will stimulate their minds, nourish their bodies, and develop character.

School Announcements

PTA News and Announcements

Accomplishments of PS 244

Designated by United States Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School
Recognized by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation as one of the healthiest schools in the nation.
First public school in the nation to serve a healthy plant-based breakfast and lunch every day, with the help and support of the Coalition for Healthy School Food.
Recipient of the 2013 Golden Carrot Award from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine for serving healthy breakfast and lunch.
Provide students with comprehensive fitness and nutrition education in addition to their regular Phys. Ed. classes.
Students participate in healthy food-tastings at least once a month.
Stellar student attendance rate, well-above city average.
100% passing rate in 2011 State ELA and Math Exams.
86% in ELA and 92% in Math scoring 3s and 4s in the 2012 State exams.
86% in ELA and 88% in Math scoring 3s and 4s in the updated 2013 Common Core State exams.
Ranked 11th in New York State based on test scores.
Secured over $32,000 in Grant funding for School Wellness and Garden.
Local, national, and international media coverage of P.S. 244.

News from Congresswoman Grace Meng
6th District
Queens, New York

MENG: FEDERAL GOVERNMENT DESIGNATES QUEENS SCHOOL AS BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL

U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) announced today that the United States Department of Education has designated P.S. 244 in Flushing as a Blue Ribbon School.

P.S. 244, known as The Active Learning Elementary School (TALES), was awarded the designation this morning by U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan.

“Naming P.S. 244 as a Blue Ribbon School is great news,” said Meng. “This is a tremendous achievement and it further illustrates the great work of the entire school team. I’m extremely proud of P.S. 244’s Principal Robert Groff and all of the school’s students, teachers and staff. Congratulations to each and every one of them on achieving this great national honor!”

“Thank you to the Secretary of Education for recognizing P.S. 244 as a Blue Ribbon School,” said Principal Robert Groff. “This clearly illustrates the hard work of our staff and families each day. We have been able to build a community of learners for both students and adults alike that makes TALES a truly special place. We hope to continue the success we have had since opening in 2008 and look forward to excelling in the future.”

The National Blue Ribbon School program honors public and private elementary, middle, and high schools where students either achieve very high learning standards or make notable improvements in closing the achievement gap.

P.S. 244 is a PreK to 3 school that features a rigorous academic curriculum with an emphasis on social development, and a focus on health and nutrition. It is among only 335 public and private schools from across the country that received the Blue Ribbon designation today.

On November 9 and 10, representatives from each school – including P.S. 244 – will be formally recognized at a special ceremony in Washington, D.C. At the event, each school will be presented with an award plaque and a flag as symbols of their accomplishments.

P.S. 244 is located at 137-20 Franklin Avenue.