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

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.

Accomplishments of PS 244

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 lunch every day.
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.