P256Q @ PS43

PS 43

P256Q "Kids First, High Expectations, No Excuses"

P256Q @ PS43

About us

P256Q@PS43 is a co-located elementary and middle school program consisting of 14 self-contained classes from Kindergarten through the 8th grade. We also work collaboratively with PS43Q in the inclusion program. 

Our program services both alternate and standardized assessment students. Our program for our alternate assessment students implements the Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication related handicapped Children (TEACCH).

Our alternate assessment and standardized students follow a curricula that are aligned with the Common Core Learning Standards (CCLS). 

Our students participate in field trips and special events throughout the school to help them build prior knowledge and explore the community. 

Ratios served include: 

6:1+1, 8:1+1, 12:1+1, and Inclusion

Spirit Week 43

 

High School Planning

HIGH SCHOOL PLANNING MEETING

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Please email dmorgan8@schools.nyc.gov or call 718.327.9563

Respect for All

I would like to thank everyone for participating in RFA week.  I hope you had fun!


Please join me in congratulating our winners of the anti bullying poster contest!

1st place- Ms. Kristen Twibell's class (luncheon of your choice)
2nd place- Ms. Kaneema Raymond's class (snack of your choice)
3rd place- Ms. Gina Cardo's class (500 points redeemable at PBIS store)

Thank you to our judges Mr. Omara, Mr. Wansel, and Ms. Fox!

 

TOWN HALL

 

JOIN THE MEETING

SCHOOL YEAR 2023-2024


FACULTY/STAFF

P256 @ PS43

Name Position/Class
ADMINISTRATION
Dawn Morgan Assistant Principal
Maryann DiBartolmeo Unit Coordinator
Rory Omara Dean
FACULTY
Regina Cardo NYSAA
Lona Kaplan-Werner NYSAA
Erin McMahon NYSAA
Michele Trageser NYSAA
Kristen Twibell NYSAA
Dorenda Batts NYSAA
Daniel McAree NYSAA
Willie Beverly STANDARDIZED
Michael Harper STANDARDIZED
Vanessa Surin STANDARDIZED
Kanema Raymond STANDARDIZED
Nelly Medina STANDARDIZED
Jack Werther STANDARDIZED
Ian Victor STANDARDIZED
CLUSTERS
Maribeth Cacchioli Dance
Tracey Fink Health
Pamela Fox SEL / PBIS
Jeanette Mueller Computer Science
Casey Twibell APE
Meryl Willner Art
Doug Wasserman Physical Education
SUPPORT SERVICES
Kelly Bailey Paraprofessional
Joyce Cooper Paraprofessional
William Cooper Paraprofessional
Kelly Dawes Paraprofessional
Margaret Debona Paraprofessional
Donna Dillon Paraprofessional
Stanley Edmonds Paraprofessional
Wansel Estrada Paraprofessional
Carmen Gonzalez Paraprofessional
Carlithia Harris Paraprofessional
Bettina Hornung Paraprofessional
Sandra Thomas Paraprofessional
Juene Johnson Paraprofessional
Luz Lopez Paraprofessional
Tracey Mayfield Paraprofessional
Christina Norman Paraprofessional
Yuvraj Ramsamujh Paraprofessional
Eileen Smith Paraprofessional
Janna Waschitz Paraprofessional
Tara McGroary Paraprofessional
Sarah Boden Paraprofessional
Catherine Mastricovo Speech Therapist
Jennifer Furno Speech Therapist
Yosifa Glazier Speech Therapist
Shaindel Berkovits Occupational Therapist
Blossom Marley Occupational Therapist
Claudia Cunha-Grant Physical Therapist
Tzirel Smulevitz School Psychologist
Modupe Buluro Nurse
Victoria Bruce Counselor
Elizabeth Kaufman Counselor
Gina Korolczuk Counselor
Rebecca Mentor ENL Teacher
Lisa Nies School Aide

 

 

Calendar

Food Services

Transportation

Student Council

Contact us

 

Dawn Morgan
Asst. Principal

Maryann DiBartolomeo
Unit Coordinator

P256 @ PS43
160 Beach 29th Street
Far Rockaway, New York 11691
Phone: 718-327-9563
Fax: 718-327-9605

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