Welcome to MS 172
Upcoming Events
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Picture Day 6th & 7th Grades
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PTA Bake Sale - Cafeteria
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Happy Halloween S.O. Costume Day - Wear your favorite costume - no masks or inappropriate props
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Election Day - Students do not Attend School
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MS172 Spirit Wear Day- Wear your MS172 gear or school colors blue and gold
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News & Announcements
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The deadline to register for the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) is this Friday, October 31st. The exam will be held on Wednesday, November 12th at MS 172. To register, please complete the process on your MySchools account (www.myschools.nyc).For more information regarding Specialized High Schools please visitMS172Q
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Monday, October 27th Virtual PTA meeting
This Monday, October 27th is our PTA meeting. This month's meeting will be virtual. The PTA will be discussing October PTA Bake Sale, and our November happenings: Chipotle Fundraiser, our Clothing Drive, and our Thanksgiving In Person Potluck. In addition, you will be able to connect with our Guidance Counselors for High School Q& A.
Please log onto the link below at 7pm to join our meeting.
See you on Monday!
https://nycdoe.zoom.us/j/96113388970?pwd=6dAa3QraCmY4HvBVUxSH8oywB7S8Hr.1&from=addon#success
Audrey Geliga
Parent Coordinator Irwin Altman Middle School 172
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8th Grade Senior Activities (Class of 2026)
All of the information for 8th grade students in regard to activities is attached.
Thank you
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8th Grade Information on Purchasing a Senior Class ring
Please open the attached documents.
Thank you
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Apply to Middle School
Fall 2026 Middle School Admissions Timeline
- Wednesday, October 15, 2025: Middle School Application Opens
- Monday, November 3, 2025: Deadline to register to test for Mark Twain I.S. 239 (21K239) and District 21 Talent Tests
- Friday, December 12, 2025: Middle School Application Closes
- Wednesday, April 15, 2026: Middle School Offer Release
These dates are subject to change. Any changes will be announced and communicated directly to families. Sign up for updates https://www.schools.nyc.gov/sign-up
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Please attend the 3rd Annual Beacon Diwali Festival on Wednesday October 22rd 5:00pm-7:00pm
We are thrilled to invite you to our 3rd Annual Beacon Diwali Festival on Wednesday October 22rd 5:00pm-7:00pm
Join us for an evening of music, snacks, henna, diya (clay lamp) painting, and art as we come together to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights. This free event is open to the entire MS 172 community, and we warmly encourage everyone to come dressed in festive attire.
To help make the evening even more special, we invite families to bring a cultural snack or dish to share. Please RSVP by Wednesday October 15th with the number of guests attending and the item(s) you plan to bring.
Suggested Snack & Drink Ideas (but feel free to bring your favorite!):
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Water, Juice, Soda, Mango Lassi
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Samosas, Spring Rolls, Chips
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Desserts
We can’t wait to celebrate this joyful occasion with you and your family!
Please see the attached flyer for more details.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.MS172Q -
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Please Help Support School Funding
Please help support school funding by filling out the Family Income Inquire Form.
You can either do so online, by visiting https://www.myschoolapps.com/ and select New York City Schools as your district, or by filling out a paper copy, which your child can pick up at the Main Office.
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The PTA is throwing a Silent Disco Fall Fest on October 24, 2025 2:20-4:00pm in the School Gymnasium .
Students will enjoy a memorable afternoon of dancing and singing with friends. Students can choose when to switch between stations on the multi-channel glowing headphones.
Student tickets of $20 will include the headphones, snacks and drinks, while candy will be available for purchase. See the attached flyer for details and to make your reservation. Please note it is first come, first served.
Space is limited so don't miss out.
Please see attached for further details.
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MS172 Grizzlies Spirit Wear for Sale
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Back to School Night (in person) 9/18/2025
Back to School Night is Thursday, September 18, 2025 5:00-8:00 PM
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Reach Out
Address
81-14 257th Street
Floral Park, New York 11004
Phone
718-831-4000
Fax
718-831-4008
*You can also connect with your teachers and staff using the Staff Directory.
Accessibility Statement
We are working to make this website easier to access for people with disabilities and will follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0. If you need assistance with a particular page or document on our current site, please contact hsohn@schools.nyc.gov
News Test
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Register for the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) -Deadline October 31st, 2025
The deadline to register for the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) is this Friday, October 31st. The exam will be held on Wednesday, November 12th at MS 172. To register, please complete the process on your MySchools account (www.myschools.nyc).For more information regarding Specialized High Schools please visitMS172Q -
Monday, October 27th Virtual PTA meeting
This Monday, October 27th is our PTA meeting. This month's meeting will be virtual. The PTA will be discussing October PTA Bake Sale, and our November happenings: Chipotle Fundraiser, our Clothing Drive, and our Thanksgiving In Person Potluck. In addition, you will be able to connect with our Guidance Counselors for High School Q& A.
Please log onto the link below at 7pm to join our meeting.
See you on Monday!
https://nycdoe.zoom.us/j/96113388970?pwd=6dAa3QraCmY4HvBVUxSH8oywB7S8Hr.1&from=addon#success
Audrey Geliga
Parent Coordinator Irwin Altman Middle School 172
MS172Q -
8th Grade Senior Activities (Class of 2026)
All of the information for 8th grade students in regard to activities is attached.
Thank you
MS172Q -
8th Grade Information on Purchasing a Senior Class ring
Please open the attached documents.
Thank you
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Apply to Middle School
Fall 2026 Middle School Admissions Timeline
- Wednesday, October 15, 2025: Middle School Application Opens
- Monday, November 3, 2025: Deadline to register to test for Mark Twain I.S. 239 (21K239) and District 21 Talent Tests
- Friday, December 12, 2025: Middle School Application Closes
- Wednesday, April 15, 2026: Middle School Offer Release
These dates are subject to change. Any changes will be announced and communicated directly to families. Sign up for updates https://www.schools.nyc.gov/sign-up
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Please attend the 3rd Annual Beacon Diwali Festival on Wednesday October 22rd 5:00pm-7:00pm
We are thrilled to invite you to our 3rd Annual Beacon Diwali Festival on Wednesday October 22rd 5:00pm-7:00pm
Join us for an evening of music, snacks, henna, diya (clay lamp) painting, and art as we come together to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights. This free event is open to the entire MS 172 community, and we warmly encourage everyone to come dressed in festive attire.
To help make the evening even more special, we invite families to bring a cultural snack or dish to share. Please RSVP by Wednesday October 15th with the number of guests attending and the item(s) you plan to bring.
Suggested Snack & Drink Ideas (but feel free to bring your favorite!):
-
Water, Juice, Soda, Mango Lassi
-
Samosas, Spring Rolls, Chips
-
Desserts
We can’t wait to celebrate this joyful occasion with you and your family!
Please see the attached flyer for more details.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.MS172Q -
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Please Help Support School Funding
Please help support school funding by filling out the Family Income Inquire Form.
You can either do so online, by visiting https://www.myschoolapps.com/ and select New York City Schools as your district, or by filling out a paper copy, which your child can pick up at the Main Office.
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The PTA is throwing a Silent Disco Fall Fest on October 24, 2025 2:20-4:00pm in the School Gymnasium .
Students will enjoy a memorable afternoon of dancing and singing with friends. Students can choose when to switch between stations on the multi-channel glowing headphones.
Student tickets of $20 will include the headphones, snacks and drinks, while candy will be available for purchase. See the attached flyer for details and to make your reservation. Please note it is first come, first served.
Space is limited so don't miss out.
Please see attached for further details.
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MS172 Grizzlies Spirit Wear for Sale
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Back to School Night (in person) 9/18/2025
Back to School Night is Thursday, September 18, 2025 5:00-8:00 PM
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