School Mission: PS 290Q creates real-world connections using a cross-disciplinary approach through project-based learning to foster our scholars’ independence, perseverance, and self-expression. Scholars will learn to trust in their own capacity and competence through trial and error. They will embody personal accountability, courage, and excellence. We will give our scholars the tools and assist them in developing skills to adapt and keep up with today’s technological world. We create an inclusive community where scholars use their reasoning and empathy. Scholars will use what they have learned to become advocates for progress in their local communities and in the world at large. School Website
School Mission: PS 290Q creates real-world connections using a cross-disciplinary approach through project-based learning to foster our scholars’ independence, perseverance, and self-expression. Scholars will learn to trust in their own capacity and competence through trial and error. They will embody personal accountability, courage, and excellence. We will give our scholars the tools and assist them in developing skills to adapt and keep up with today’s technological world. We create an inclusive community where scholars use their reasoning and empathy. Scholars will use what they have learned to become advocates for progress in their local communities and in the world at large.
Arts Partner Since 2018. Grades PreK-5, 583-students; 48% Hispanic, 2% Black, 15% Asian, 31% White; 11% English Language Learners; 59% Economically Disadvantaged; 10% Special Education.
(2019-2020) Freedom and Movement | Bachata Festival! | Flamenco! (13-class groups, 325-students; 7-sessions) Grades: 3-5 Teaching Artists: Ashmita Biswas, Lyndsay Corbett, Elya Osminova, Ra Ruiz Leon, Luisa Righeto Photos Video Showcase
(2018-2019) Latin Dance Residency (13-class groups, 325-students; 10-sessions ) Grades: 2-5 Teaching Artists: Ashmita Biswas, Sandra Horn, Stephanie Peña, Luisa Righeto Photos
(2018-2019) Each of Us is a Flower (8-class groups; 10-sessions) Grades: K-1 Teaching Artist: Sandra Horn
(2018-2019) The Body is a Party (4-class groups; 6-sessions) Grade: 2 Teaching Artist: Luisa Righeto
(2018-2019) Community Building Through Latin Dance (3-class groups; 6-sessions) Grade: 3 Teaching Artist: Sandra Horn
(2018-2019) Fiesta de Baile (3-class groups; 6-sessions) Grade: 4 Teaching Artist: Ashmita Biswas
(2018-2019) Exploring Latin Culture Through Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata (3-class groups; 6-sessions) Grade: 5 Teaching Artist: Stephanie Peña
