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February PTA Meeting [update]

February's Parent Teachers Association Meeting was delayed due to unforeseen circumstances, it is now scheduled for Thursday the 13th, at 6:00pm. This Meeting will be virtual.
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Black History Month Celebration

All EPHS family are cordially invited to attend our annual Black History Month Celebration, taking place on Wednesday February 26th. The show starts promptly at 12:15pm and will conclude around 2:30pm
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Community and Citywide Education Council Elections 2025

If you’re interested in helping shape policies and priorities that will affect the education of City students, consider joining an education council! Parents can apply to run for the 2025–2027 term until Sunday, February 16, 2025.
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What’s Happening in NYC Public Schools [February 2025]

February's "What's Happening In NYC Public Schools" Family Update newsletter provides important information about Summer Rising 2025, the annual NYC School Survey, Education Council Elections, Respect for All Week, and key enrollment dates.
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Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast

Thank you for making Excelsior Preparatory High School a part of your educational journey. The experiences you will have are a combination of academics, athletics, the arts and social/emotional values that are specifically incorporated into our school community to enhance your overall foundation. It is important to learn to prioritize and maintain a balanced life that contributes to success and enjoyment of the fruits of your labor. These are skills that over your lifetime will help you to maintain your focus towards achieving your goals. Hard work, dedication and self-confidence will play significant roles in your ability to be successful.
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Fast Facts

  • FutureReadyNYC School
  • 5 College Now Classes
  • ONLY school in Queens that offers a Capstone Diploma
  • 10 AP Classes
  • 20 PSAL Sport Teams
  • S.T.E.A.M. School
  • 16:1 Student Teacher Ratio
  • 1 of 179 PROSE Schools

EPHS Nov 2024 PTC Guidance department Pre-Recording

Excelsior Prep High School November 2024 Parent Teacher Conferences Guidance department pre-recording 00:00 How to read a NYCPS High School report card 02:48 Term Set-Up 03:34 How to read a NYCPS 9th grade transcript 08:47 How to read a NYCPS 12th grade transcript
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Superintendent Dr. Van-Ess and Principal Rodney A Orji meet and greet
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