named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Art Studio
Specialty art program emphasizing creative process, experimentation, personal expression, and connections to diverse student experiences through drawing, painting, and sculpture.
Literacy Program
Research-based literacy instruction using Heggerty, Fundations, and Wit & Wisdom to build foundational reading skills and vocabulary development across K–5.
Mathematics Curriculum
Hands-on mathematics program using Investigations in Number, Data, and Space 3rd Edition, emphasizing collaborative, constructivist learning and conceptual understanding.
Science Curriculum
Next Generation Science Standards-aligned program teaching life, physical, and earth sciences, led by dedicated science teachers and classroom instruction.
Social Studies Program
Curriculum connecting students to families, local communities, New York City, and cross-cultural studies, enhanced by trips to cultural and historical institutions.
Theatre Club
Extracurricular program for 3rd–5th graders focusing on acting, singing, and dancing, taught by music staff and teaching artists from the National Asian Artists Project.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Structured Literacy Instruction and Dyslexia Support 2 activities
- Delivers foundational literacy instruction in early gradesProvides research-based literacy instruction using Heggerty and Fundations curricula to build decoding and spelling skills in early elementary grades.
- Implements K–5 English language arts curriculumUses the Wit & Wisdom curriculum to engage students in rich texts for vocabulary and knowledge development across grades K–5.
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Program Evaluation and Impact Research 1 activity
- Conducts program evaluations and participates in school decision-makingConducts ongoing evaluations of educational programs and their impact on student achievement and participates in school-based decision-making processes.
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Hands-On STEM Education Programs 1 activity
- Delivers science instruction aligned with Next Generation Science StandardsProvides science education that builds on student curiosity and aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards to support inquiry-based learning.
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- Offers art education focused on creative process and expressionProvides art programs where children engage in drawing, painting, collage, clay molding, and sculpting, with an emphasis on creative process, experimentation, and personal expression.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Operates after-school Theatre ClubRuns a Theatre Club with rehearsals twice a week after school and once during recess, including auditions requiring solo performances and short dance routines, with seasonal eligibility by grade level.
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Charter School Operations 1 activity
- Operates as a public elementary school in New York CityFunctions as a public elementary school serving students in New York City, delivering comprehensive instruction across core and arts subjects.
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Educational Field Trips and Experiential Outings 1 activity
- Organizes school trips to cultural and historical institutionsOrganizes field trips to history and cultural institutions in New York City to extend social studies learning beyond the classroom.
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Mathematics Curriculum Implementation and Enrichment 1 activity
- Provides mathematics instruction using Investigations curriculumImplements Investigations in Number, Data, and Space 3rd Edition for mathematics instruction, emphasizing collaborative and hands-on learning experiences.
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PTA/PTO Communication & Engagement Coordination 1 activity
- Supports student education through PTA activitiesLeads the Parent-Teacher Association with co-presidents and hosts recurring monthly in-person and virtual meetings to support student education and foster collaborative school culture.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$52K
Contributions & grants$15K29%
Program service revenue$37K71%
Investment income$450%
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expenses
Total expenses$35K
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balance sheet
Total assets$99K
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Net assets$99K
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +12.6%
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- Mr. Calvin Chu Partner — Science teacher at PS 124 teaching physical and earth science.
- Ms. Melissa Wong Partner — Science teacher at PS 124 teaching physical and earth science.
- National Asian Artists Project Partner — Provides teaching artists who collaborate with the music teacher to instruct students in the Theatre Club.
- New York City Partner — Collaborates with institutions in and around New York City to expand student learning opportunities.
- New York City Public Schools Government — Complies with NYC Public Schools requirement to establish a School Leadership Team.
- Presidents' Council Network — Represented at the Presidents' Council by PTA co-presidents.
- School Digger Network — Organization that ranks PS 124 among elementary schools in New York State.
- Wix.com Partner — Platform used to create and host the school's website.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Arts-Integrated Skill Developmentmethodology: arts-integrated educationBy integrating theater arts into education, the school develops student persistence, teamwork, and appreciation for the arts because artistic engagement provides meaningful contexts for practicing non-cognitive skills and collaborative learning.
- Constructivist Mathematics Learningmethodology: constructivist-learningBy applying constructivist learning theory in math, students collaboratively build deep conceptual understanding through hands-on activities because active engagement and peer interaction promote durable learning.
- Individualized Education Approachmethodology: individualized-educationBy providing rigorous, comprehensive education tailored to students’ unique needs and abilities, the school supports their full development as productive and informed individuals because personalized learning pathways enhance engagement and academic growth.
- Process-Based Art Educationmethodology: process-based art educationBy emphasizing creative process, experimentation, and personal expression over finished products, art education fosters intrinsic motivation and authentic learning because students develop confidence and ownership through exploratory practice.
- Science of Reading Instructionmethodology: science-of-readingBy grounding literacy instruction in the Science of Reading, the school builds student reading and writing proficiency because this evidence-based approach systematically develops foundational decoding and comprehension skills.