December 2025 Newsletter
Instructional News
As a forever mission of IS 25Q, we are leveraging student data and needs, to provide high-quality learning experiences and pathways to success, for all students, that are enriching and supportive.
One way we have been doing this is through a “PDSA” action cycle. “PDSA” stands for “Plan, Do, Study, Act”. It is a district and school goal to STUDY student academic and social emotional information and data to PLAN for their needs. Teachers then ACT on this plan to see how students perform and make changes based on student outcome.
Another way we will be supporting our students’ needs is through an in-school program we are developing called, “Elevate 25”. IS 25Q, in partnership with the New York City Public School’s “Project Pivot” and the organization, Elevate Education, will be providing some of our students with important skills to develop their independence in self-management, academic achievement, and overall success in life. This program will launch in January 2026.
Additionally, in the upcoming months, we will be supporting our students of English Language Learning needs by providing a Saturday program called, “KickTalk”. The goal of the program will be to help students develop mastery of the English language through social activities, as well as language learning and practice opportunities. This program will launch in February 2026.
Social News
IS 25Q believes in supporting all students with social and emotional development to help students become a caring, respectful, and reflective community member.
Our school counselors have provided an assembly in Respect for All. Additionally, our school is working with organizations to help students become better at identifying bullying and supporting their classmates with how and when to report bullying to the school.
Additionally, our school has a Restorative Justice Team who works with our school deans and counselors to support students in rebuilding relationships with one another and improving their social and emotional self-management abilities.
General Updates
Our Building
The Adrien Block Campus is scheduled for renovations and room updates from Summer 2026 to Winter 2028. The renovations include our current library updated into 4 spaces: 3 classrooms and a newer but smaller library. We are also getting an update to our one of art rooms. This change involves the art room becoming two rooms.
Our cafeteria will also get an update in the future. The update involves new a self-service area, cafeteria tables, and food storage/refrigeration.
Technology
We have been working with the New York City Public Schools’ Division of Instructional & Informational Technology to distribute 99 laptops to our neediest students. We are also working on trying to update some of in-school technology to improve teaching and learning experiences for our teachers and students.
School Athletics & Special Teams
Soccer Championship
The IS 25Q Soccer Team accomplished an amazing challenge: They are the Champions of the District 25 Soccer League Games for this year. The team was undefeated in all games during the soccer season.
Basketball (Boys and Girls)
On Friday, December 5, 2025, our IS 25Q Boys’ Basketball team had their first home game after play 2 games at two other schools. The team is undefeated in all 3 games.
Our Girls’ Basketball team has a game with Bell Academy on December 9, 2025. They have been practicing hard and we know they will do well.
Debate
Our prestigious debate team has its first debate event on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The students are well prepared and look to come home with a win Saturday afternoon.