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Meeting the Moment

NYCPS is launching a new Citywide Multicultural Student Coalition, an alliance of high schoolers who will engage their peers in meaningful conversations about culture, identity, and bridge-building. Applications are due December 3.
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Parent Teacher Conferences

Join us for our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conference, on November 20th and 21st, and take an active role in your child's academic journey.
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Jerky Turkey

The season of gratitude is here, and we’re kicking it off with our annual Jerky Turkey Celebration, on Wednesday November 26, 2025! Your participation helps keep this beloved tradition alive — and makes our table a little fuller and hearts a little warmer.
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CUNY free application

All graduating NYC Public Schools students are guaranteed admission to a CUNY program, and CUNY application fees are waived through November 21.
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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
Superintendent Dr. Van-Ess and Principal Rodney A Orji meet and greet
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