P.S. 176 The Ovington School Home

Who We Are

P.S. 176 is a vibrant and diverse elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, dedicated to fostering academic excellence, creativity, and a supportive learning environment for all students.

Announcements

P.S.176 Kindergarten Open House

Please come to our Kindergarten open house
Date: December 1, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Address: 1225 Bay Ridge Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
We look forward to seeing you!
Please remember to bring your photo ID.
Strollers and Carriages are not allowed in the building.

P.S.176 Thanksgiving Food Drive

GIVE THANKS - GIVE A CAN

PS 176 Thanksgiving Food Drive

This Thanksgiving, let's come together to help families in need!

All it takes is one can of food to make a difference.

Date: November 14 - 21, 2025

Drop off : 12 Ave Playroom

Suggested Items:
Canned vegetable, fruit, or soup
Boxed pasta , rice, or mac & cheese
Cereals

Every can counts!

Together, we can fill plates - and hearts - this Thanksgiving.

Resources for those impacted by SNAP pause/Shut Down

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P.S.176 Cell Phone Policy

Dear Parents,
We would like to inform you that, in alignment with the Chancellor's new policy, all students are required to adhere to updated cell phone guidelines. Please ensure your child follows the new rules to help maintain a focused learning environment. Thank you for your cooperation!

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2025-2026 DCEP Annual Goals

Dear Parents,
Please take a moment to review our district’s annual goals by clicking the title of this announcement. We hope this gives you a clear understanding of our priorities and shared commitment to student success.
Thank you!

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Upcoming Events

Nov 27

Thanksgiving Recess, schools closed

Nov 28

Thanksgiving Recess, schools closed

Dec 24

Winter Recess, schools closed

Dec 25

Winter Recess, schools closed

Dec 26

Winter Recess, schools closed

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Our Mission

P.S. 176 is a diverse, collaborative, Title 1 School-wide Project school community dedicated to achieving academic excellence for every child. Through a high quality standards-driven curriculum, a nurturing environment where every child can discover, explore and reflect on ideas and concepts, the development of civic, social and technological strategies necessary to contribute to a global community and the strong belief in creating a lifelong love of learning, we commit our children, our parents, ourselves and our resources.