The official Twitter account for P.S. 53-The Barbara Esselborn School

Joined November 2017
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Even with the ongoing construction in the background, nothing could stop our PS53 pride! 🐯💙 Today, our students and staff showed up in full force for School Spirit Day, proving that true school spirit isn’t about the circumstances—it’s about the heart, pride, and community!
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The MSK club had a FANtastic end of year party! Thank you to Staten Island NAMI for the celebratory cake!
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Our Finding Nemo Kids had a blast performing 3 show numbers, and the National Anthem at tonight’s FerryHawk’s game. Thank you to all the PS 53 families that showed up to cheer us on. We were already invited back to perform next year! 🐟⚾️
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5th Grade Breakfast
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The Student Lighthouse Team celebrated their last meeting of the year at the Common's Cafe.
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silive.com/education/2026/06… CHECK OUT OUR DISNEY CAST!! ⭐️
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This week, we celebrate the heartbeat of our school community- our Parent Coordinator, Angela Navarino. 💛Every day she builds the bridge between families and our school, and we are so grateful. Thank you for showing up, every single day. ⭐️#PCAppreciationWeek@NYCSchools
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Our school President and Vice President, Isabel and Yaseen,  recently visited Historic Richmond Town to showcase our incredible Civics for All journey. They shared all the wonderful, impactful ways our students are getting involved, giving back, and making a difference.
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K105 field day
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Bravo! 👏 We are so proud of the students in the After School Dance Center. They showed off their hard work in the Spring Showcase last Friday. 🎭🎶
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Prek shares the work to create beautiful rainbow fishes!! Together is better!
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Our PS53 Block Party Bash was a huge hit! 🎉 From games and activities to music and lots of smiles, it was filled with fun, laughter, and community spirit. Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, donated, and helped make this event such a success!
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Fifth grade wrapped up their elementary school field days with an unforgettable day at the Coast Guard Base! From exciting activities to lots of laughs and teamwork, it was the perfect way to celebrate an amazing year together.
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Today, our students had an amazing experience learning about West African rhythm and tap dance with Irene Koloseus of Feraba! Through music, movement, and storytelling, students explored the rich traditions and cultural significance behind these powerful dance styles.
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So incredibly proud of our Math Team for earning 2nd place 🥈🏆 at the Staten Island Math Tournament! Congratulations to Ziyu, Jesper, Jordon, Sophia, and Benjamin for all your hard work! Go Team Tigers!
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Nature fun in our wellness garden!! Prek drew what they observed with magnifying glasses!!
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Heatwaves and near tornados couldn’t stop our talented Finding Nemo Kids cast from have two AMAZING SOLD OUT performances. Thank you to all the parents, students, and school community who came out and swam with us all the way!!! See you next year….
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203 earned 10 stars in a jar! They enjoyed an ice party in the wellness garden!
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Thank you to the U.S. Coast Guard for your service and for coming to our school to speak to the Fourth Grade.
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A huge thank you to our amazing PTA for hosting a special McDonald’s lunch for the top 3 students in each grade who raised money for our Swish-A-Wish fundraiser! 🍟🥤
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