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 Public School 249K The Caton School
 
Vision Statement
It is our vision to provide a coherent, rigorous academic curriculum that will focus on academic achievement, personal character, clear curriculum choices, opportunities to innovate and college readiness. 
 
Mission Statement
The mission of our school is to promote the Six Exceptional Systems:
 
1.   Culture of Universal Achievement
2.   Collaboration
3.   Standards Alignment
4.   Assessment
5.   Data Analysis
6.   Intervention/Acceleration/Enrichment/ Technology
 
P.S. 249 creates a college readiness culture, focuses on the growth of each student, sets high expectations, involves parents and community and always seeks to improve.
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News & Announcements

D17 Debate Championship Featured Photo

D17 Debate Championship

See the attached flyer with more information about District 17's upcoming Debate Championship
D17 STEM Expo Featured Photo

D17 STEM Expo

Please see the attached flyer with more information on the upcoming District 17 Stem Expo.
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Bronx Zoo

Check out deals and programs being offered by the Bronx zoo
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AAPI Heritage Event

Please see the attached information about Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
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Upcoming PTC

Please see the attached flyer with more information about our upcoming PTC
May Calendar Featured Photo

May Calendar

Please see the attached photo with all of our school events in the Month of May
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What's Happening at PS 249

The vision of our school is to prepare and motivate students by instilling in them critical reasoning skills, respect for themselves and one another and a commitment to excellence, kindness and perseverance.
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