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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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Statement Of Educational philosophy
At Booker T. Washington Middle School, academic excellence is the foundation of our school culture. We are committed to providing rigorous academic opportunities to every student. We believe that both acceleration and remediation are vital to nurturing the potential of each student. We provide diverse opportunities to address the academic needs of our students, including a curriculum offering different levels of coursework.
booker t. washington
"Success waits patiently for anyone who has the determination and strength to seize it."
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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 NEWSWelcome New Families!
New Parents please click HERE for information on parent homework assignments due now!
Summer Assignments
Click HERE for summer assignments for rising 6th, 7th and 8th graders
School Supplies
School supply lists for all grades are posted here
To make it easier for families and to help raise money for our school, Booker T. is participating in a school supplies program with Yubbler again this year - click here Benefits of purchasing school supplies with Yubbler:
Family Income Inquiry Form
Every year families are asked to complete this form as it determines the funding our school receives. The form is available online staring in July - click HERE
PTA & SLT Election Results
Congratulations to our newly elected PTA and SLT members!
Co-Presidents Laura Adams, Chris Giordano and Jerome Kramer Co-Treasurers Juhi Chawla and Olivier Courrone Co-Assistant Treasurer Kyle Clayton Co-VP of Fundraising Dana Grant and Colleen Welker Co-Recording Secretary Kelly Anson Riess Co-Corresponding Secretary Joanne Giordano 8th Grade Rep / Parent-at-Large Michele Samarel 7th Grade Rep / Parent-at-Large Marianna Crespi SLT (School Leadership Team) Brad Roberts, George Schneiderman and Jacqueline Shannon 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
EQUITY TEAMFor more information about
the Equity Team, click HERE weekly wellness tipThis month the SWC is focused on safety. Our final safety tip as the school year draws to a close is bike safety. Click here for a reminder of top bicycle safety tips for middle schoolers.
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Our neighbor PS145 needs recess support due to construction that has closed off their yard.
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