Michael J. Petrides School
PS 861 — Staten Island, NYC
A diverse, nurturing Pre-K–12 community where every child is celebrated for their individuality and creativity.
Pre-K through 12th grade • 43-acre campus • A family that grows together.
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About Our School
Where every child belongs.
Founded in 1995 on the former College of Staten Island campus, The Michael J. Petrides School offers a seamless Pre-K through 12th grade journey in a laboratory-style environment. Our interdisciplinary curriculum integrates the arts into rigorous academics, fostering active learning and lifelong curiosity.
We celebrate the diversity of our students and the creativity of each child, building a smaller school community where families, staff, and students grow together—year after year.
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What We Offer
Our Programs
A seamless Pre-K–12 experience where learning extends beyond the classroom.
Interdisciplinary Academics
Our laboratory-style curriculum integrates the arts into rigorous core subjects, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and a love of learning from Pre-K through 12th grade.
Explore AcademicsAthletics & Wellness
From football and lacrosse to tennis and bowling, our 43-acre campus offers outstanding facilities and diverse sports programs that build teamwork, school spirit, and lifelong fitness.
See Our TeamsClubs & Leadership
Students explore passions and develop leadership through 29+ clubs—from Anime and Debate to Habitat for Humanity and Student Government—preparing them for college, careers, and life.
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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.
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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.