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Booker T. Washington MS54 strives to develop and nurture a community of intelligent, mature and motivated learners with strong academic and critical thinking skills and a love for learning.
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Booker T. Washington
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"Success waits patiently for anyone who has the determination and strength to seize it." ~ Booker T. Washington
Booker Taliaferro Washington (April 5, 1856 – November 14, 1915) was an African American political leader, educator and author. He was one of the dominant figures in African American and educational history in the United States from 1890 to 1915.
(Click here to continue reading about Booker T. Washington) MS54 Booker T. Washington Middle School shares the values of hard work and self-discipline espoused by Booker T. Washington. |
LATEST NEWSBooker T. students welcome
the class of 2022 
3 on 3 Student Basketball Tournament
Click HERE for permission slip and information on Booker T's May Madness
There are still tickets available for the Jazz Cocktail Party on May 19th from 5 - 7 pm. Click here to purchase your ticket!
PTA Executive Board and SLT Nominations
Want to get more involved with MS54? Consider running for a position on next year’s PTA Executive Board (Co-President, Co-VP of Fundraising, Co-Treasurer, Co-Assistant Treasuer, Co-Secretary, Corresponding Secretary, 7th Grade or 8th Grade Rep) or SLT.
More information about the positions can be found in the PTA by-laws and SLT by-laws. If you have any questions or would like to nominate yourself (or a friend!), please email nominations@ms54pta.org Elections will take place at our PTA meeting on June 13th at 7 PM Equity Team
Thank you to Matt Gonzales, Appleseed's Director of School Diversity, for leading a discussion about closing the achievement gaps at our Equity Team meeting on Wed. April 17th
Booker T. Quarterly
Click HERE to read the 2nd edition of the 2019-20 Booker T Quarterly, MS54's online newspaper
Senior Fees and Activities
Click here for 8th grade parents letter
PTA Presentation
Click here for handout from Dr. Elizabeth Cohen's presentation on
Helping Your Kid Cope With Anxiety Click here for more information
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MS54 VIDEOSMS54 SLIDE SHOWMS54 Principal
Dr. Elana Elster began working at MS54 as a teacher in 1993 and has been Principal of MS54 since 2005.
MS54 Presentation District 3 middle school forumVideo of Assistant Principal Laura Lynch's presentation
September 25th, 2018. 108th st construction updatesClick here for latest update
women's history monthClick here to read biographies shared during the morning announcements
black history monthClick here to read biographies that students shared during the morning announcements
weekly wellness tipThis week's wellness tip comes from Justine DiCostanzo, Booker T. parent, Pilates instructor/owner NYPilates and presenter for MS54's 3rd Annual Wellness Day.
"In with the good air, out with the bad. Always oxygenate your body fully for a clearer mind, healthy body and bright focused spirit. Without air flow through our bodies, there are so many restrictions. Keep your mind focused on your task and breathe." |
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volunteersAcademic Volunteering Committee
We're looking for one or two parents who can participate in program planning and help us to recruit volunteers in order to continue and expand Afternoon Academy. If you are interested, please email cohen@ms54.org. newsletterOur weekly newsletter is sent out on Fridays (except during holidays). Additional newsletters are occasionally sent for special announcements and notices.
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community Corner
Our neighbor PS145 needs recess support due to construction that has closed off their yard.
Click here to donate to the PS145 GoFundMe campaign |