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P.S. 81 Robert J. Christen School Home

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Historic school building with green windows and a cupola on a clear day.
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About Us

Welcome to the new PS 81 Website!
Whether you are a returning family, a new family, or a member of our local community, we are thrilled to welcome you to our digital home. Our school is a vibrant, supportive environment where young minds are nurtured, diversity is celebrated, and every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.
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In partnership with our families and the community, we are committed to celebrating the diverse social emotional, linguistic and academic strengths and needs of our children through culturally responsive, tiered and rigorous instruction.
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The vision of the PS 81 community, including students, families and staff, is to provide a safe, equitable and child-centered educational experience that prepares our children to be compassionate, civically-minded, productive members of society.

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Welcome to Our New Website!

Thank you for visiting our new website! Please check back often as updates are made, and click on article headlines to view full stories where applicable.

New School Year!

Click on the article headline to read all of our important back to school information!
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A school hallway decorated with colorful bulletin boards and a clock on the wall.
A classroom filled with desks, chairs, and colorful educational displays.
A gymnasium floor marked with a logo and basketball court lines, with sunlight streaming in.
An empty auditorium with rows of seats facing a stage and large windows.
Classroom featuring colorful walls, a screen, and organized learning materials.