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From December 1st - December 5th, PS 161 is proud to host the Scholastic Book Fair in our Library. For easiest access, families can set up an "e-wallet" so students can shop without the fear of accidentally losing their money. Visit here for more information: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/psarthurasheschool

Please join us on Thursday November 20th at 5pm for a PTA meeting and Potluck dinner to celebrate the season.

Dear D28 Community,  The Community Education Council District 28 is now accepting applications for TWO Council Member positions!  Please see the attached application   for your convenience. Interested candidates should complete the attached application and submit it to the Division of Family and Community Empowerment (FACE) at ccecinfo@schools.nyc.gov Please click on the link below for more instructions. The application deadline for CEC Member positions is October 30, 2025. .

4th Graders Spencer and Tyler Armoogam & Aleema Ahmad proudly display the box and poster they each created to support our Halloween Candy...

Join us for the September PTA Meeting! https://meet.google.com/hfc-fgvq-aeg

We are excited to welcome our youngest learners to the PS 161 Family! Please see the important information below for Pre-K and...

September 2025 School Cell Phone & Electronic Device Policy Purpose: To create an environment conducive to learning by minimizing...

Get ready for the 2025-2026 school year! Please see the attached folder for the supply lists for the 2025-2026 school year!...

City Counsel Speaker Adrienne Adams returned to the auditorium of P.S. 161 to deliver the keynote address to the graduating class of 2025....

The Annual School-wide BBQ is a day that students look forward to (and ask about!) starting in September. This year, the weather was...

As the year winds down, our 5th Graders had a chance to celebrate with their fellow classmates. This year, 5th Graders enjoyed a trip to...