SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY
PS 347 is a school dedicated to bridging the Deaf and hearing communities in New York City. Our 3K through 8th grade students come from every borough in New York City. Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Children of Deaf Adults (CODAs) all attend PS 347 to perfect their ASL and to be taught a rigorous curriculum. We offer the least restrictive environment for Deaf students in the New York City Department of Education.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of PS 347 is to provide a joyful learning environment that celebrates the growth and difference of each and every student. PS 347 is a dual language school dedicated to bridging the Deaf and hearing communities in New York City. When you walk through the doors at PS 347, bilingual staff will greet you in the main office. You will see a forward-thinking administrator in the halls greeting students by name. You will see evidence of compassionate and dedicated teachers and a community that cares deeply about our students.
Our 3K through 8th grade students come from every borough in New York City. Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Children of Deaf Adults (CODAs) all attend PS 347 to perfect their ASL, learn about Deaf Culture and be taught a rigorous standards aligned curriculum. Our expectations are high; however, our class sizes are small with two teachers in a room. We pride ourselves on differentiated learning strategies and develop students' academics through individualized and small group instruction. We offer the least restrictive environment for Deaf, Hard of Hearing and CODA students in the New York City Department of Education.
At PS 347, students are encouraged to be independent thinkers through an engaging and rigorous curriculum offered in ASL and Standard English. Our staff is committed to inspiring and encouraging curiosity, empathy, and social awareness by developing higher level thinking skills and exploring real world issues that extend into the community. By fostering a partnership with families, we can support individual student goals to enable each child to become an independent and responsible lifelong learner, preparing for success in the journey to higher education and beyond.