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I.S. 141 Steinway

PS 141Q — Astoria, NYC

A collaborative, adventurous middle school where students take ownership of their learning through inquiry and creativity.

Grades 6–8 • 900 students • A community of pirates on a daring educational journey.

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About Our School

Where every child belongs.

Founded in 1955, I.S. 141 The Steinway is a vibrant Astoria middle school serving grades 6–8. Inspired by the Pirate philosophy—Lead like a Pirate, Teach like a Pirate, Learn like a Pirate—we empower students through collaborative, culturally responsive classrooms where curiosity and creativity drive learning.

Our mission is to create a highly engaging environment where every stakeholder feels like a pirate on a daring and adventurous educational journey. From after-school programs to specialized high school prep, we ensure every child is seen, supported, and set up for success.

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900
Students
in Grades 6–8
1:1
Tech Integration
with i-Ready & GoGuardian
6–8
Grades Served

What We Offer

Our Programs

Innovative learning experiences that inspire curiosity and growth.

Pirate-Inspired Learning

Our classrooms are built on the Pirate philosophy—empowering students to lead, collaborate, and take ownership of their learning through inquiry-based exploration and culturally responsive teaching.

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After-School & Enrichment

From homework help to Chess Club and sports, our free HANAC Beacon after-school program (2:20–6:00 PM) offers engaging activities for all students on a first-come, first-served basis.

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High School Prep

We guide students through the high school admissions process, including specialized high school prep, with resources like MySchools.nyc and NYC DOE workshops to ensure every student finds the right fit.

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Upcoming Events

School events, PTA meetings, and important dates — all in one place.

A live events calendar, right here.

Your Google Calendar syncs straight into the site — tours, PTA meetings, and key dates update automatically, no re-typing. We wire this up when you come aboard.

Tax Deductible

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children's future.

Your donation funds arts programs, teaching assistants, and school trips. Every dollar makes a difference for our students.