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P.S. 189 Magnet

PS 189 — Washington Heights, NYC

A creative, inclusive PreK-5 magnet school where music, arts, and technology inspire every child to thrive.

Serving PreK–5 | 100-year legacy | Above district average in state testing

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About Our School

Where every child belongs.

Founded in 1924, P.S. 189M is a PreK-5 magnet school in Washington Heights with a century-long tradition of academic excellence and creative expression. Our inquiry-based approach—rooted in Project-Based Learning—builds confidence, critical thinking, and 21st-century skills for success in high school and beyond.

We foster a safe, welcoming community where every student’s social, emotional, and academic needs are met through arts-infused curriculum, technology integration, and strong family partnerships.

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100+
Years of
Excellence
PreK–5
Grades Served
1:1
Chromebooks
for K–5
Above
District Avg.
State Test Scores

What We Offer

Our Programs

Innovative learning experiences that prepare students for the future.

Arts & Performance

Music, visual arts, and theater are woven into daily learning, giving every student a creative outlet to explore their talents and build confidence.

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Technology Integration

From our YouTube Podcast Studio to 1:1 Chromebooks, we prepare students for a digital world with coding, robotics, and media literacy.

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Project-Based Learning

Students tackle real-world challenges—like sustainability and entrepreneurship—through hands-on, cross-curricular projects that develop critical thinking and collaboration.

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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.