Overview
Leadership Through Multimedia and the Arts Magnet School is committed to delivering instruction that aligns with our Mission Statement and Instructional Focus. We also strive to implement our Magnet theme into all areas of learning.
Dual Language Classes
Mission
The mission of the PS 116K Dual Language Program is to cultivate, nourish and encourage our students to reach high levels of academic achievement and biliteracy in all content areas. The dual language program will facilitate this by providing a safe and engaging culturally responsive learning environment.
Program Benefits
- Produce bi-literate students, with the ability to speak, read and write in English and Spanish
- Instruction focused on cross-cultural awareness and high academic achievement
- Classroom decisions are research based and best practices for second language learners are implemented
- Students maintain their first language while acquiring a second language.
- Greater opportunity to engage in a diverse community and workplace
For More Information: Please contact Ms. Ivelisse Garcia at IRosario@schools.nyc.gov
Special Education Classes
At PS116K we offer ICT classes and self-contained classes.
Our ICT classes have two teachers a special education and a general education teacher. The teachers work together to implement a diverse range of teaching styles to meet the academic needs of all students. Our ICT classes are made up of general eduction and special education students who benefit from small student to teacher ratios and small group instruction.
Our Self-Contained Special Education Program is a small class setting with no more than 12 students for 1 special education certified teacher. This classroom also has a paraprofessional who provides instructional support under the guidance of the teacher.