Located in the neighborhood of Mott Haven in the South Bronx, P.S. 277’s mission is to provide an inclusive learning environment that inspires academic excellence and promotes self-confidence and independence. Change for Kids is proud to support P.S. 277 in pursuit of its vision to “nourish, strengthen and empower the character, mind and voice of our children in order to cultivate future leaders and thinkers in our school, in our community, and in our world. Together, we will build a sense of social responsibility, self-efficacy, and self-confidence in order to prepare for college and future careers.”
For more information, contact Director of Development Rahul Brahmbhatt at [email protected].
Principal: Marsha Elliott
Lead Sponsor: Open
Population: 474
95% receive free or reduced-price lunch
86% of Mott Haven children are born into poverty
Early Childhood Music: Music fundamentals, plus skill-based vocal and instrumental instruction provided by Third Street Music School Settlement for all students in PreK and kindergarten
Museum Residency: Arts instruction and experiences for students in second grade through our partnership with the Children’s Museum of the Arts
CityParks Learning Gardens: Garden-based learning for all second grade students
Parent Workshops: Held throughout the year to support parent engagement and education
Urban Golf: Golf lessons for students that integrate physical, social, cultural and academic concepts
School Manager: CFK staff member working on the ground at the school to develop and maintain relationships with the leadership team, parents, community members, program partners, and volunteers
Principal Network: Opportunities for collaboration and learning with other CFK partner school principals
School Beautification Day: Transforming the halls and classrooms by painting bright and engaging murals, organizing and cleaning teaching resources, and making the school an even more engaging place to learn
Build-a-Book Day: The school's youngest readers and their parents make their very own, personalized ABC books
Career Day: Introduces students to new educational and professional experiences so they can chart a path to their futures
Family Field Day: Fun games, dancing, and sports help kickstart healthy habits for our students and their families
School Supplies and Book Donations throughout the year
Food, Coat and Toy Donations in November and December
