We educate children in grades 3K-5th - We believe that parent participation is key to student success! πŸ“šβ€οΈβœοΈ Follow us on IG: @ps239_ridgewoodny

Joined April 2023
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Our mission at PS 239 is to partner with students, families and the community to foster lifelong learners. Our aim is to craft instruction that will promote social, emotional and academic development for all students. πŸ’š @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools #schoolculture #community
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Our second graders helped bring a new Book Vending Machine to PS239 through Participatory Budgeting. We were also thrilled to have our first place Soapbox winner represent our school at the @NYC_District24 Civics Showcase. Student voice. Student leadership. β€οΈπŸ€πŸ’™ @NYCSchools
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Every student brings something special to our school community πŸ’› We love seeing our students show up, grow, connect, and be part of what makes our school such a special place. You belong here ✨ @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools #PS239Q #SchoolCommunity #EveryStudentMatters
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Happy Earth Day from PS 239Q πŸŒŽπŸ’š Small actions = big impact. Let’s keep our planet clean, green, and thriving for the future! πŸŒ±β™»οΈ @NYCSchools @NYC_District24 #EarthDay #PS239Q #District24 #NYCSchools #GoGreen
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Mathletics competition was so much fun! 🧠✨ Students showed their skills, confidence, and determination. So proud of everyone for being brave and giving it their all. πŸ‘ @NYCSchools @NYC_District24 #StudentSuccess #ProudMoment #FutureLeaders #District24
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Our hallways are filled with words of encouragement πŸ’™ Wishing all students taking the ELA New York State exam the best of luck πŸ€ you’ve got this! @NYCSchools @NYC_District24
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Pajama & Plushie Day was a success πŸ’« Nothing better than learning in comfort with a plushie by your side #district24 @NYCSchools @NYC_District24
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So proud of PS 239Q’s FIRST EVER @NYC_District24 Debate Tournament debut! Our students spoke with confidence, thought on their feet, and earned medals πŸ…πŸ‘ This is just the beginning! #FirebirdPride #District24Debate #LittleVoicesBigIdeas
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So much fun celebrating #WorldReadAloudDay! Loved seeing our staff & students dressed as their favorite book characters πŸ“–βœ¨Reading sparks imagination, builds confidence, and brings our school community together ❀️ #PS239reads @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools
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πŸ“šβœ¨ World Read Aloud Day – February 4th This Wednesday we’re celebrating the joy of stories and the magic of reading aloud! We invite our students to dress up as their favorite book character and bring their love of reading to life #PS239READS @NYC_District24
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January is here and our value of the month is Respect. We hope this year is wonderful for all of our families as we begin 2026 together with kindness, empathy, and care for one another. #ps239q #Respect
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Yesterday was Crazy Hair Day, and it was a blast! πŸŒ€βœ¨ Our students showed up with the most creative, colorful, and fun hairstyles, bringing big smiles and even bigger school spirit #ps239q #schoolspirit
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Inclusion matters. Today and every day. πŸ’™βœ¨ Proud to support #nationalspecialeducationday #PS239Shines #District24 @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools
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🌟 Big Day at PS 239! 🌟 Firebirds shined during the D24 Principal Intervisitation. Strong instruction, joyful classrooms, proud moments. πŸ’šπŸ’›πŸ”₯ Great schools grow when they grow together. #PS239Q @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools #BetterTogether
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Mystery Reader was so special. πŸ“šπŸ’› Thank you for sharing your time and helping our kids grow their love for reading. We even had past graduates come back to read to their siblings such a beautiful moment. @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools
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Today’s hearing is a reminder: paraprofessionals are the heart of our school πŸ’™ Our staff stands proudly in blue to support the incredible paras who show up for our students every single day. They deserve respect, fair treatment, and the recognition they’ve earned. @NYCSchools
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District 24 families join us for the Middle School Fair! ✨ Meet our schools, learn about the admissions process, and get ready for the next chapter. πŸ“… Nov 10 | ⏰ 6–8pm | πŸ“ I.S. 61 @NYC_District24
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Big milestone alert! Some of our Pre-K students have officially joined the Zipper Club!πŸŽ‰πŸ‘ They zipped up with pride and earned their certificates! πŸ’ͺπŸ’› @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools
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Can you tell me how to get… how to get to PS239 Street? 🏫✨ Our teachers brought Sesame Street magic to @NYC_District24 πŸ’› @NYCSchools
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We had such special Mystery Readers & learned that we can do hard things! πŸ’ͺ Seeing students’ reactions to their family members reading was truly heartwarming. Thank you to everyone who helps nurture our Firebirds’ love for reading! πŸ“–πŸ’› #PS239reads @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools
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Huge shoutout to our Suarez Student Council for an incredible Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration! ❀️ From student performances to the stunning Ballet FolklΓ³rico, every moment was unforgettable! πŸ’›πŸ’™ #PS239 #HispanicHeritageMonth #CelebrateDiversity @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools
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