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P.S. 102 Explorers

PS 102M — East Harlem, NYC

A inclusive, joyful, empowering education where every child’s unique background is celebrated and every voice is heard.

Pre-K–5 • Gifted & Talented • 3K • A community of 500+ diverse learners

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We're interviewing candidates for our next principal and welcome community input. Learn about the process →

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About Our School

Where every child belongs.

Founded in 1903, P.S. 102 Jacques Cartier serves Pre-K through 5th grade in the heart of East Harlem. Our Gifted & Talented program and early childhood offerings ignite curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking from day one.

We embrace culturally responsive teaching and social-emotional learning to build confident, compassionate scholars who lead with equity and joy.

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500+
Scholars
in our community
3K–5
Grades Served
G&T
Gifted &
Talented Program

What We Offer

Our Programs

Rigorous academics and joyful discovery for every learner.

Gifted & Talented

Accelerated, enriched learning that develops the whole child—academically, socially, and creatively—through differentiated instruction and critical thinking.

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Early Childhood

3K and Pre-K programs built on The Creative Curriculum, fostering confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

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Social-Emotional Learning

A school-wide commitment to equity, empathy, and scholar agency, ensuring every child feels seen, supported, and empowered to lead.

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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.