October 06 - Respect Assembly

October 07 - Make a Fall Project with Dad (9:00 AM - 9:45 AM)

October 12 - Schools Closed - Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples' Day

October 15 - Hispanic Heritage Show (9:00 AM)

October 15 - School Spirit: Represent a Hispanic Country

October 16 - STH Workshop: Child Development and Immunizations

October 16 - School Spirit: Wear Blue and/or Yellow for Down Syndrome Awareness

October 19 - Breast Cancer Walk (2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)

October 19 - School Spirit: Wear Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 21 - Yoga Event (3:30 PM - 4:30 PM)

October 22 - Sociodrama Assembly - Grades 6-7 (Times TBD)

October 26 - October 30 - Red Ribbon Week

October 26 - Red Ribbon Week Kickoff! School Spirit: Wear Red to Be Proud Free of Drugs

October 27 - Dolphin of the Month Assembly

October 27 - School Spirit: Neon Colors, Your Future is Bright!

October 28 - School Spirit: Twin Day, Pair Up Against Drugs!

October 29 - School Spirit: Wear Crazy Socks, Stay Drug Free from Head to Toe!

October 30 - School Spirit: Superhero Day - My Superpower is Saying NO to Drugs!

November 03 - Election Day - School in Session Remotely

November 11 - Schools Closed - Veterans Day

November 12 - Afternoon & Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences (Early Dismissal - 3 hrs)

November 26 - November 27 - Schools Closed - Thanksgiving Recess

December 24 - January 01 - Schools Closed - Winter Recess

January 18 - Schools Closed - Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

February 01 - Professional Development Day - Students Attend School

February 02 - Spring Semester Begins

February 15 - February 19 - Schools Closed - Midwinter Recess

March 04 - Afternoon & Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences (Early Dismissal - 3 hrs)

March 09 - Schools Closed - Eid al-Fitr

March 26 - Schools Closed - Good Friday

April 22 - April 30 - Schools Closed - Spring Recess

May 13 - Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences

May 17 - Schools Closed - Eid al-Adha

May 31 - Schools Closed - Memorial Day

June 08 - Clerical Day - No Classes for Students

June 10 - Anniversary Day / Chancellor's Conference Day - No School for Students

June 28 - Last Day of School for Students

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A Legacy of Learning, Leadership & Community

At PS/IS 116Q, we serve students from Pre-K through 8th grade with a focus on academic excellence, social-emotional learning, and leadership development. Our dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure every child feels seen, supported, and ready to succeed.

K-3 Dual Language program

The K–3 Dual Language Program builds bilingual, biliterate students through instruction in both English and Spanish.

Celebrating partnership, legacy, and student pride!

Students of PS/IS 116Q proudly held the Emerald Impact Community Partner Award presented by the Greater Queens Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, honoring years of meaningful collaboration through tutoring, STEM enrichment, and unforgettable educational trips.

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Marizol Rizo Receives UFT Humanitarian Award

Marizol Rizo, a dedicated middle school paraprofessional at PS/IS 116Q, has been recognized with the Humanitarian Award from the United Federation of Teachers (UFT) Paraprofessionals Chapter. This award honors paraprofessionals who demonstrate exceptional compassion, service, and dedication to students, families, and colleagues across New York City public schools. Marizol’s commitment and care make a meaningful impact on the PS/IS 116Q community every day, and we are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition.