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School 13
195 McLean Avenue • Yonkers, NY 10705 •
(914) 376-8335

• Grades Pre-K – 6
• Literacy
• Transitional Bilingual Program

The Theme/Philosophy
Literacy

• Literacy is at the heart of all programs and activities emphasizing written and spoken language, mathematics and the arts in a literature-based format across all areas of the curriculum
• Reading, writing and mathematics are taught in extended blocks of time to practice and apply skills
• Transitional Bilingual Education classes – Bilingual Program offers instruction in two languages in all academic areas. English as a second language is taught according to the student’s level of English proficiency.
• Visual and performing arts activities enrich the learning experience
• Multicultural events are an integral part of the school’s culture
• Students of the Month Program, Safety Patrol, Student Government, the pledge of respect, and the School-Wide Behavior Support Plan motivate positive student behavior
• Extended learning time is provided through the Saturday Academy
  before and after-school programs
• Technology based programs that encourage the usage of Smart
  Boards and Computer Lab
  

The Partners

This school works closely with:

• S.M.A.R.T. Program
• Boy/Girl Scouts
• E.P.I.C.
• Junior Achievement/MasterCard
• Sylvan Learning Center
• IBM