Announcements

  • PS196Q One of BEST Schools in New York State

    U.S. News and World Report K-12 Rankings Badge

    Once again, PS196Q has been ranked one of the best elementary schools in all of New York State, by US News & World Report. In its 2025 standings, the publication called out PS196Q as #6 among all elementary public schools in New York State.

    US News & World Report gave PS196Q an overall score of 99.79 out of 100, with ratings of “Well Above Expectations” in both Reading and Math.

    As one of the only community schools (non-magnet, non-charter) in the top 10, our position reflects the exceptional quality of instruction and the commitment of parents and students, within our diverse community.  It is notable that our school ranked higher than even prestigious schools from affluent districts, like Great Neck, Jericho, and Chappaqua.  In fact, all top 10 schools were New York City Public Schools.

    1. P.S. 172 Beacon School of Excellence
    2. P.S. 77 Lower Lab School
    3. New Explorations Into Science, Technology and Math
    4. The Talented and Gifted School for Young Scholars
    5. P.S. 334 The Anderson School
    6. P.S. 196Q The Grand Central Parkway School
    7. Success Academy Charter School-Bushwick
    8. Success Academy Charter School-Bensonhurst
    9. South Bronx Classical Charter School III
    10. The 30th Avenue School (G&T Citywide)
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  • Submit the Family Income Inquiry Form

    All NYC public school students can enjoy FREE breakfast and lunch meals all school year.  Parents do not need to apply for their child to receive meals. However, we do ask families to complete a Family Income Inquiry Form, so that our school can receive the correct amount of funding for the program.  If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Medero.

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  • NYCSA and TeachHub Now Available as Mobile Apps

    NYCSA Mobile Application: Parents/guardians who have an active NYCSA account can access their child’s grades, assignments, and attendance using the NYCSA mobile application, which can be downloaded on iOS and Android devices (links are for the NYCSA application).

    TeachHub Mobile Application: Students can now use the TeachHub mobile application, an easy, quick way for them to track their grades, assignments, schedule, and attendance information, which can be downloaded on iOS (will be available by COB on October 17) and Android devices (links are for the TeachHub application); students must sign into the application with their NYCStudents.net username and password.

    You can get more information by clicking these links: TeachHub mobile app information page NYCSA mobile app information page

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  • Krispy Kreme Fundraiser

    Our PA's 5th Grade Committee has partnered with Krispy Kreme to sell donuts by the dozen. Preorder your dozen by November 21st to support our 5th grade students. 

    Orders will be available for pickup on Wednesday, November 27th. 

     

    Please see the order form for more information. 

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  • Supply Lists for 2024-2025

    Kindergarten Supply List 2024-2025

    1st Grade Supply List 2024-2025

    2nd Grade Supply List 2024-2025

    3rd Grade Supply List 2024-2025

    4th Grade Supply List 2024-2025

    5th Grade Supply List 2024-2025

    Pre-K does not have a supply list. Your child only needs to bring a small backpack on the first day.

    If you want to order supplies through our Parents Association, go to https://www.write-stuff.com/storefront/school/ps196gc. Order before June 18th, for free shipping.

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  • Is Your Child Missing School Due to Travel?

    Although our goal is Every Student--Every Day, we understand that some families travel throughout the school year.  If your child will be missing even one day of school, due to travel, please fill out the Intent to Travel form. 

     

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  • NYCPS Calendars

    Please see below for links to the New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) yearly calendars.

    2024-2025 School Year Calendar

    2025-2026 School Year Calendar

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  • No Metal Water Bottles, Please

    Please do not give your children metal water bottles for school.  Metal water bottles are heavy (even when empty) and have caused many accidents. Please help us keep everyone safe.

     

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Upcoming Events

  • Holiday Ornament Making Workshop

    Join us in welcoming families from neighboring District 28 schools for a festive morning of crafts and treats.

    After dropping your children off at school, join Parent Coordinator, Ms. Medero, for a light breakfast and glitter ornament-making session.

    You can watch this tutorial to get an idea of what we’re making.

    Register to attend here

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  • CEC D28 Hybrid Monthly Meeting

    Join the District 28 Community Education Council for their monthly calendar meeting at 6:30PM. 

    In Person

    90-27 Sutphin Boulevard
    Jamaica, NY 11435

    Virtual

    Join Zoom here 

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  • SLT Meeting

    The School Leadership Team will meet at 7:30 AM. 

    Join virtually here. 

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  • Coffee and Conversation with Mrs. Migliano

    You are invited to join Principal, Mrs. Migliano, for Coffee and Conversation on zoom at 11 a.m. 

    Please email Parent Coordinator, Ms. Medero, for the meeting details. 

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  • Open Safety Meeting

    Our annual Open Safety Meeting will take place on Thursday, December 12th at 8:00 a.m. in our Auditorium.  All are welcome to attend.

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  • PS 196Q Auditorium

    Star Student Awards

    Families of our Star Students are invited to join us as we honor students who have achieved academically and demonstrated citizenship in school. 

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  • Parents Association Meeting

    The Parents Association invites you join them for their monthly meeting in the school cafeteria at 7:30 p.m. or on Zoom. 

    Questions? Contact info@pa196.org. 

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  • Winter Concert

    We’re excited to welcome you to PS196Q’s Winter 2024 Concert on Wednesday, December 18th at 6:30 PM. Please enter and exit after the show through the old main entrance (by the parked cars—with “Grand Central Parkway School” above the doors). 

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  • No School-Winter Recess

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  • SLT Meeting

    The School Leadership Team will meet at 7:30 AM. 

    Join virtually here. 

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  • No School--Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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  • PS 196Q Auditorium

    Star Student Awards

    Families of our Star Students are invited to join us as we honor students who have achieved academically and demonstrated citizenship in school. 

    PS196Q - The School With a Heart

  • Parents Association Meeting

    The Parents Association invites you join them for their monthly meeting in the school cafeteria at 7:30 p.m. or on Zoom. 

    Questions? Contact info@pa196.org. 

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  • No School--Lunar New Year

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  • PS 196Q Auditorium

    Star Student Awards

    Families of our Star Students are invited to join us as we honor students who have achieved academically and demonstrated citizenship in school. 

    PS196Q - The School With a Heart

  • Parents Association Meeting

    The Parents Association invites you join them for their monthly meeting in the school cafeteria at 7:30 p.m. or on Zoom. 

    Questions? Contact info@pa196.org. 

    PS196Q - The School With a Heart

  • SLT Meeting

    The School Leadership Team will meet at 7:30 AM. 

    Join virtually here. 

    PS196Q - The School With a Heart

  • No School--Mid-Winter Recess

    PS196Q - The School With a Heart

  • SLT Meeting

    The School Leadership Team will meet at 7:30 AM. 

    Join virtually here. 

    PS196Q - The School With a Heart
  • PS 196Q Auditorium

    Star Student Awards

    Families of our Star Students are invited to join us as we honor students who have achieved academically and demonstrated citizenship in school. 

    PS196Q - The School With a Heart

  • Parents Association Meeting

    The Parents Association invites you join them for their monthly meeting in the school cafeteria at 7:30 p.m. or on Zoom. 

    Questions? Contact info@pa196.org. 

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Contact Us

PS196Q

71-25 113 Street,
Queens, NY 11375

Mrs. Susan Migliano, Principal

Ms. Catherine Jarrat Koatz, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Blimie Berkowitz, Assistant Principal

Ms. Kelly Medero, Parent Coordinator

Phone: (718) 263-9770

Fax: (718) 575-3934