Walter Weaver Beavers
PS 398 — Brownsville, Brooklyn
A joyful, inclusive elementary school where every child is celebrated and empowered to thrive.
Pre-K through 5th grade — a community where love, high expectations, and hands-on learning create lifelong learners.
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About Our School
Where every child belongs.
Founded on the belief that school should be a place of belonging, P.S. 398 Walter Weaver Elementary serves Pre-K through 5th grade in the heart of Brownsville. Our equity-driven approach ensures every student—especially our multilingual learners—receives high-quality instruction in a nurturing, restorative environment.
We partner with families to build confidence, curiosity, and compassion. From hands-on science labs to arts integration, our programs are designed to help children lead with purpose and joy. It’s the Beaver Way: love, high expectations, and a community where every voice matters.
hands-on science
music teachers
for student success
What We Offer
Our Programs
Rigorous academics and creative enrichment that prepare students for a lifetime of success.
Literacy & Language
From Heggerty phonics in early grades to HMH Into Reading, we build strong readers and writers through culturally responsive texts and small-group instruction.
Explore CurriculumSTEM & Inquiry
Amplify Science brings real-world phenomena into the classroom with experiments, engineering challenges, and a dedicated science teacher for every grade.
Learn MoreArts & Expression
Weekly visual arts and music classes foster creativity, while performances and exhibitions give students a platform to shine.
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Upcoming Events
School events, PTA meetings, and important dates — all in one place.
A live events calendar, right here.
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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.