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Work Hard. Be Kind.

Welcome to PS199

Jesse Isidor Straus

Our Mission:

PS199 is committed to fostering a lifelong love of learning and to support students in becoming their best selves both academically and personally...

Our Events

PS199 and its PTA holds a wide variety of fun events throughout the year. Volunteer for an event and join others who share our goal to build a stronger and more vibrant school community. Click on an event to see details and how you can participate!

  • Sun, Mar 01
    PS199 Auditorium
    Mar 01, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    This event is hosted by the PTA Broadway Night Committee.
  • Mon, Mar 02 - Fri, Mar 06
    PS199 Jesse Isidor Straus
    Mon, Mar 02 - Fri, Mar 06
    Get your gently used books ready! The PTA Community Cares Committee will be collecting books to be donated.
  • Wed, Mar 04
    NYC Schools Account
    Mar 04, 2026, 12:00 PM
    Sign in to your NYC Schools Account
  • Thu, Mar 05
    Mar 05, 2026, 8:30 AM – 11:50 AM
    Come learn about your child's progress. Lookout for sign-up information from your child's teacher.
  • Fri, Mar 06
    PS199 Cafeteria + Zoom
    Mar 06, 2026, 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM
    How To Instill Independence In Your Child
  • Fri, Mar 06
    PS199 Auditorium
    Mar 06, 2026, 6:00 PM
    Come for a night of shared talent and joy from our 4th and 5th graders! This event is hosted by the PTA Stars on Stage Committee.
Our Events

Our Programs

We believe that a quality educa-tion includes an evolving curricu-lum that is supported by diverse programming.

                               PS199 has part-nered with several organizations to enhance our core curriculum.

Our dedicated staff plan educa-tional units with teaching artists to weave the arts and sciences into our lessons. Click here to learn more about our excellent array of enrichment programs and specialty classes.

Planting a Tree

Our Community

We strive to sustain a strong community of pedagogues, administrators, and parents that collaborate to create a safe, joyful, and productive learning envi-ronment. Family involvement is key, and there are many ways to get involved at PS199, from volunteering in the classroom to serving on the PTA.

                                         Click here to learn more about how you can get involved to support the needs and initiatives of our school.

Our Partners

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