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Our Vision and Mission

Maspeth Elementary School is committed to providing each student an exemplary educational experience promoting high expectations, inspiring a sense of social responsibility while supporting each student’s physical, social and emotional needs.

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Principal's Message

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Dear Maspeth Elementary School Families, 
 
I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you and introduce myself as the principal and “lead learner” at PS 153 Maspeth Elementary School. 
 
My life was deeply enhanced by my classroom teachers. They provided me with a sound educational foundation, and further, they showed me that education is more than just interacting with letters and numbers - it is about feeling inspired to continue to want to learn more; about the world, about the classroom community, and about one another. Along the way, through these educational inspirations, I also learned what it means to be responsible and respectful - a good citizen of my school and community. It is also what inspired me to enter into the amazing field of education. 
 
We have worked hard to create an opportune environment for teaching and learning whereby we promote high expectations, inspire social responsibility while supporting each student’s physical, social and emotional needs. Through a shared respect and trust, and our wholistic educational approach, we, as a learning community, are empowering our students to achieve great things! 
 
I look forward to meeting you and partnering with you during your child’s academic career at Maspeth Elementary. 
 
Educationally yours, 
 
David Berkowitz
Principal
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Photo Gallery

Children posing under a colorful balloon arch who are in a decorating club.
A group of students from the safety patrol team pose with the school security guard.
A group of students from reading club holding books, sitting in the library.
The NY Mets mascot in a baseball outfit interacting with excited children in a school setting.
Three children in a school parade walking on a colorful path, each holding a balloon.

Our Programs

Integrated Co-Teaching

Available in every grade, ICT classrooms include:
*A general education teacher + special education teacher.
*Differentiated instruction for all learners.
*Inclusive classroom environment supporting diverse needs.
School desks

3K /Pre-K Program

We offer free, full day 3K and Pre-K programs focused on play-based learning.
School buses

ASD NEST

Our ASD Nest Program is a specialized inclusive program for students with autism, developed in partnership with NYU.
Computer assets

Polish Dual-Language

Our Dual Language Program develops bilingual, bicultural, and biliterate students through a 50/50 instructional model, alternating daily between Polish and English.
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