PS 185

We are pleased to invite all parents to an open-school event on Thursday, May 1 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM!

Parents will have to opportunity to visit classrooms, see student work and enjoy performances, presentations and displays from our dance, art, music, project-based learning and physical education programs. Stations will be available for visits at varied tines (see below). We look forward to seeing you on Thursday!

Art Show in the gym and bay areas: 4:00 – 7:00 PM

Open Classrooms: 4:30 – 6:30 PM

Kindergarten – Grade 2 dance performances in auditorium, followed by Musical Theater PBL presentation from Annie Kids: 4:30 PM

Physical Education display: 4:30 – 6:30 PM

Attention Parents and Students! The New York State Tests are coming up soon. Please check which grades are taking tests and click the link below for the testing schedule.

Grades 3-5: ELA and Math State Tests

5th Grade: Science State Test

ENL Students (Grades K-5): NYSESLAT Test

Additionally, Saturday test prep for grades 3-5 will be held on the following Saturdays from 9 AM - 10:50 AM

Last session is: May 3rd

Adobe Express invites students to celebrate gratitude in a fun and creative way! Participate in the May Gratitude Challenge by designing a custom portrait for someone you’re thankful for — whether it's a friend, teacher (Teacher Appreciation Week is May 5th - 9th; this would be a nice surprise for them), caretaker, pet, family member (Mother’s Day is May 11th), a famous person you admire or anyone in your community who makes a difference in your life.

The school with the highest number of student submissions will win a visit from an ice cream truck during the last week of May!

Let’s make PS 185 the winner! Show your appreciation, get creative, and let’s bring that ice cream truck to our school!

Start designing your portrait today — and spread some gratitude! This is an optional fun project, and if you need any help, Ms. Gina can assist you. We have noticed the program works on laptops and desktops. Also make sure you are signed in with your @nycstudents accounts. The project should be submitted by Wednesday, May 14th, 2025.

PS 185 is holding Field Day on Friday, May 16, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. All students in grades 3 – 5 will be participating. We encouraged your active participation and support for this event. Field Day will be conducted on Softball/Baseball Fields #1 and #2 at 79th Street and Shore Road.