Welcome to PS 163
The Alfred E. Smith School
Our Vision
At PS 163, we value diversity, equity, respect, and integration. We aim to infuse joy in learning while centering identity at the core. Students' cultural and lived experiences will be celebrated to appreciate our shared humanity. Childhood years should focus on social-emotional well-being and student-centered learning that inspires all children to achieve their full academic potential.
Welcome to a place where children love to learn and grow!
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The science lab is where young scientists experiment, explore, and get excited about learning! With hands-on activities and safe, engaging experiments, students learn by doing—and having fun.
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Upcoming Events
Hi everyone, Spirit Week is here! See below for what kids should wear each day. We're also gearing up to launch our online auction. We need your help to make it our biggest and best auction yet, please see below for ways you can get involved and donate items. Finally, have you filled out the school survey yet? Well, the first three classes to get to 100% are getting pizza parties! Will it be your child's class? Have a great week!
Hola a todos,¡Llegó la Semana del Espíritu Escolar! Vean a continuación qué deben vestir los niños cada día.También nos estamos preparando para lanzar nuestra subasta en línea. Necesitamos su ayuda para que sea la más grande y mejor hasta la fecha. Vean a continuación cómo pueden participar y donar artículos.¿Por fin, ya completaron la encuesta escolar? ¡Las tres primeras clases que lleguen al 100% tendrán fiestas de pizza! ¿Será la clase de su hijo/a?¡Que tengan una excelente semana!
Contact Us
PS 163 The Alfred E. Smith School always has its doors open. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with any questions regarding our academics, events, students, staff or anything else.
163 West 97th St. New York, NY 10025
Parent-Teacher Coordinator:
Norma Montaleza
NMontaleza@schools.nyc.gov
(212) 678-2854