Families

Welcome to the M.S.217Q Families Page!

We strive for a strong relationship with our families and our school community. We see it to be imperative that you feel connected with others and respected, while we support the academic and social-emotional growth of your children, our future leaders.

MS 217 Pop up Pantry Coming!

Saturday, January 8th. We are truly fortunate to continue our collaboration with The Food Bank of New York. We'll be receiving groceries for up to 250 families; therefore, we need your support. Please bring a cart with you!

Distribution: 12:00PM - 2:00PM

Important Resources

Free Meals

Free meals will continue to be provided to all families and students. You may visit any school building (ours included), Monday through Friday, between 9:00am and 12:00pm, to pick up 3 free "grab-and-go" meals. No identification or registration is necessary. Halal and kosher meals are available at some sites. From 3-5 p.m., New Yorkers of all ages can pick up free meals at 260 Community Meals sites across the city.

See the list of Free Meal Sites

Busing Information

Transportation

In accordance with Chancellor’s Regulation A-801, the DOE provides transportation to all eligible New York City students in public, charter, and non-public schools. In partnership with the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) and our school age and preschool bus companies, our mission is to ensure safe and reliable transportation to and from school.

See the Transportation Overview for Families