A School of ARTS
As a proud School of the Arts, we believe in the power of creativity to inspire learning and self-expression. Our partnership with TADA! Youth Theater gives students in kindergarten through 3rd grade the opportunity to experience the magic of musical theater. TADA! teaching artists collaborate closely with classroom teachers to design original productions that connect directly to what students are learning in class—bringing curriculum to life through music, movement, and storytelling.
Our 4th grade students participate in a year-long dance program with the National Dance Institute (NDI), where they build confidence, teamwork, and a love for the arts through movement and music. The program culminates in an amazing, breathtaking performance that celebrates their hard work, creativity, and joy of dance—an experience our students never forget!
Our 4th grade students participate in a year-long dance program with the National Dance Institute (NDI), where they build confidence, teamwork, and a love for the arts through movement and music. The program culminates in an amazing, breathtaking performance that celebrates their hard work, creativity, and joy of dance—an experience our students never forget!
Students learn original songs and choreography from professional music and dance teachers, culminating in joyful performances that showcase their hard work and creativity. Together with our long-standing partnerships with NDI and TADA!, both spanning more than a decade, we are proud to provide meaningful arts experiences that help every child shine, express themselves, and build confidence through the performing arts.
Chess
The PS 33 Chess Club is open to all students, from complete beginners to advanced tournament players. We focus on both the joy of the game and the strong social and educational benefits that come with it. Our competitive team prepares for events at the local, city, state, and national levels. During in-person sessions, students are grouped by skill, interest, and age, allowing coaches to tailor instruction and support each player’s growth.
The PS 33 Chess Club is open to all students, from complete beginners to advanced tournament players. We focus on both the joy of the game and the strong social and educational benefits that come with it. Our competitive team prepares for events at the local, city, state, and national levels. During in-person sessions, students are grouped by skill, interest, and age, allowing coaches to tailor instruction and support each player’s growth.
Track & Field
Our Track and Field builds strong bodies and strong character. Students learn proper running form, pacing, and goal setting while practicing sprints, distance runs, relays, and age-appropriate field drills. Just as important, they learn sportsmanship, perseverance, and teamwork: showing up for one another, finishing what they start, and celebrating effort and improvement.
This before-school program welcomes newcomers and returning runners alike. Coaches group students by experience so everyone can grow at the right pace. Each session includes a safe warm-up, skill work, and a cool-down with reflection. We emphasize respect, positive attitudes, and healthy habits on and off the track.
Our Track and Field builds strong bodies and strong character. Students learn proper running form, pacing, and goal setting while practicing sprints, distance runs, relays, and age-appropriate field drills. Just as important, they learn sportsmanship, perseverance, and teamwork: showing up for one another, finishing what they start, and celebrating effort and improvement.
This before-school program welcomes newcomers and returning runners alike. Coaches group students by experience so everyone can grow at the right pace. Each session includes a safe warm-up, skill work, and a cool-down with reflection. We emphasize respect, positive attitudes, and healthy habits on and off the track.
CIFA
In 5th grade, our students participate in the Children’s Institute of Fashion Arts program, a hands-on creative experience in textiles, clothing, and design. The program’s mission is to give every child an in-depth understanding of fashion as an art form—helping them explore the origins of culture, discover their own place within it, and imagine a beautiful, sustainable future. Through designing, creating, and reflecting, students gain both artistic skills and a deeper appreciation for creativity, identity, and the world around them.
In 5th grade, our students participate in the Children’s Institute of Fashion Arts program, a hands-on creative experience in textiles, clothing, and design. The program’s mission is to give every child an in-depth understanding of fashion as an art form—helping them explore the origins of culture, discover their own place within it, and imagine a beautiful, sustainable future. Through designing, creating, and reflecting, students gain both artistic skills and a deeper appreciation for creativity, identity, and the world around them.
FIT
Our Kindergarteners take part in an exciting, exclusive partnership with the Fashion Institute of Technology! Each year, our young learners explore the world of fashion—discovering design concepts, creating their own unique pieces, and visiting FIT’s museum to view the latest student works. This inspiring program encourages creativity, imagination, and self-expression, helping every child celebrate their individual artistic style.
Our Kindergarteners take part in an exciting, exclusive partnership with the Fashion Institute of Technology! Each year, our young learners explore the world of fashion—discovering design concepts, creating their own unique pieces, and visiting FIT’s museum to view the latest student works. This inspiring program encourages creativity, imagination, and self-expression, helping every child celebrate their individual artistic style.
Gifted and Talented Program
Our Gifted and Talented Program challenges students to think deeply, make meaningful connections, and explore ideas beyond the surface. Through inquiry-based learning and creative problem-solving, students are encouraged to connect their learning to the essential questions of life—developing curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of discovery. This program nurtures intellectual growth while inspiring students to see how their knowledge and creativity can make a difference in the world.
Our Gifted and Talented Program challenges students to think deeply, make meaningful connections, and explore ideas beyond the surface. Through inquiry-based learning and creative problem-solving, students are encouraged to connect their learning to the essential questions of life—developing curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of discovery. This program nurtures intellectual growth while inspiring students to see how their knowledge and creativity can make a difference in the world.
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Read Ahead
Since 1995, P.S. 33 has proudly partnered with Read Ahead, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping students unlock their full potential through one-on-one mentoring centered on a love of reading. Mentors from leading corporate partners are matched with students for weekly 45-minute virtual sessions held during lunch/recess via a secure video platform. Each session includes one-on-one reading with Epic!, discussions, games, and guided literacy lessons using Lexia Core5, a research-based, engaging program grounded in the science of reading. Trained and vetted mentors offer individualized support, encouragement, and role modeling throughout the school year. All sessions are facilitated by our onsite Program Manager, Nyanda Cammock. Learn more at https://readahead.org/ or email [email protected]
Since 1995, P.S. 33 has proudly partnered with Read Ahead, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping students unlock their full potential through one-on-one mentoring centered on a love of reading. Mentors from leading corporate partners are matched with students for weekly 45-minute virtual sessions held during lunch/recess via a secure video platform. Each session includes one-on-one reading with Epic!, discussions, games, and guided literacy lessons using Lexia Core5, a research-based, engaging program grounded in the science of reading. Trained and vetted mentors offer individualized support, encouragement, and role modeling throughout the school year. All sessions are facilitated by our onsite Program Manager, Nyanda Cammock. Learn more at https://readahead.org/ or email [email protected]
National Dance Institute (NDI)
A long-time partner of PS 33, the National Dance Institute (NDI) provides a yearlong dance residency for 4th graders. Each year, NDI selects a unique curriculum theme that guides students’ learning and culminates in a high-energy final performance. This year’s theme is “The Evolution of Rock Music” and our show is titled: “Rock This Way! A Journey Through Time and Music.” NDI is a nonprofit arts education organization committed to bringing children together through inclusive dance and music programs that promote creativity, collaboration, and confidence. Learn more about NDI.
A long-time partner of PS 33, the National Dance Institute (NDI) provides a yearlong dance residency for 4th graders. Each year, NDI selects a unique curriculum theme that guides students’ learning and culminates in a high-energy final performance. This year’s theme is “The Evolution of Rock Music” and our show is titled: “Rock This Way! A Journey Through Time and Music.” NDI is a nonprofit arts education organization committed to bringing children together through inclusive dance and music programs that promote creativity, collaboration, and confidence. Learn more about NDI.
The below enrichment activities are supported by PS 33 families through the PTA Annual Fund.
ArtsConnection
Teaching artist from ArtsConnection led a 10-week creative movement and dance residency for Pre-K students. The program introduced foundational dance skills while nurturing imagination, strength, balance, flexibility, and spatial awareness. Through shapes, imagery, tempo, and direction, students gained body control, self-confidence, and a solid base for future physical activity. ArtsConnection’s mission is to amplify the diverse voices of NYC’s youth and foster socially just, creatively engaging learning environments. Learn more about ArtsConnection.
Teaching artist from ArtsConnection led a 10-week creative movement and dance residency for Pre-K students. The program introduced foundational dance skills while nurturing imagination, strength, balance, flexibility, and spatial awareness. Through shapes, imagery, tempo, and direction, students gained body control, self-confidence, and a solid base for future physical activity. ArtsConnection’s mission is to amplify the diverse voices of NYC’s youth and foster socially just, creatively engaging learning environments. Learn more about ArtsConnection.
TADA!
Youth Theater Students in Kindergarten through 3rd grade participated in a dynamic 10-week musical theater class led by professionals from TADA! Youth Theater. Students honed their singing, acting, and dancing skills while performing popular Broadway tunes and original TADA! songs. With a focus on theater games, character development, and choreographed performances, students built confidence, collaboration, and a love for performing arts.
TADA!
Youth Theater Students in Kindergarten through 3rd grade participated in a dynamic 10-week musical theater class led by professionals from TADA! Youth Theater. Students honed their singing, acting, and dancing skills while performing popular Broadway tunes and original TADA! songs. With a focus on theater games, character development, and choreographed performances, students built confidence, collaboration, and a love for performing arts.
ICN Chess
Students in Pre-K, 1st, 3rd, and 5th grades participated in in-class chess enrichment led by ICN Chess coaches. These sessions provide an engaging introduction to chess fundamentals and often serve as a pathway to joining the school’s competitive chess team. PS 33’s award-winning chess program is led by Coach Angel and his team of expert coaches.
ICN Chess
Students in Pre-K, 1st, 3rd, and 5th grades participated in in-class chess enrichment led by ICN Chess coaches. These sessions provide an engaging introduction to chess fundamentals and often serve as a pathway to joining the school’s competitive chess team. PS 33’s award-winning chess program is led by Coach Angel and his team of expert coaches.
Third Street Music School
Third Street Music School led a 12-week music residency for Pre-K through 1st Grade students. Teaching artists collaborated with classroom teachers to tailor music instruction that meets the unique developmental needs of each class, offering students a high-quality introduction to rhythm, melody, and musical expression.
Third Street Music School
Third Street Music School led a 12-week music residency for Pre-K through 1st Grade students. Teaching artists collaborated with classroom teachers to tailor music instruction that meets the unique developmental needs of each class, offering students a high-quality introduction to rhythm, melody, and musical expression.
Center for Architecture
In Spring 2025, 2nd graders engaged in the Learning By Design: NY residency, an interdisciplinary, hands-on architecture program. This multi-session, in-school experience links architecture to Social Studies, Science, Math, and Visual Arts. The residency culminates in a final student project and exhibition at the Center for Architecture, showcasing students’ creativity and understanding of design and the built environment. Learn more at Center for Architecture.
Center for Architecture
In Spring 2025, 2nd graders engaged in the Learning By Design: NY residency, an interdisciplinary, hands-on architecture program. This multi-session, in-school experience links architecture to Social Studies, Science, Math, and Visual Arts. The residency culminates in a final student project and exhibition at the Center for Architecture, showcasing students’ creativity and understanding of design and the built environment. Learn more at Center for Architecture.
Dancing Classrooms
Fifth graders took part in Dancing Classrooms, a ballroom dance residency made famous in the film Mad Hot Ballroom. Through dances like the merengue, foxtrot, swing, salsa, waltz, and tango, students developed self-confidence, social awareness, and collaboration skills in a joyful, structured setting that celebrates growth and teamwork.
Fifth graders took part in Dancing Classrooms, a ballroom dance residency made famous in the film Mad Hot Ballroom. Through dances like the merengue, foxtrot, swing, salsa, waltz, and tango, students developed self-confidence, social awareness, and collaboration skills in a joyful, structured setting that celebrates growth and teamwork.
