​Irwin Altman Middle School 172

News & Announcements

• 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

  • Senior Activities PP 2 1.pdf
  • Senior Letter 2026 1.pdf

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• 8th Grade Information on Purchasing a Senior Class ring

  Please open the attached documents.

  Thank you

  • Class Rings 2026.pdf
  • Graduation Notice 2026.pdf
  • Ring Order Form 2026.pdf

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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.

   

  • DOC100925-10092025112306.pdf

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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.

  • DOC101425-10142025111240.pdf

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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.

  • Oct2425 MS 172 Silent Disco Fall Fest.pdf

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• MS172 Grizzlies Spirit Wear for Sale

  Grizzlies Spirit Wear

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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

  • Back to School Night.pdf

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• Congratulations to the 2025 Games for Change Finalists

  Congratulations to the 2025 Games for Change 

                                  Winner Middle School in the Minecraft Category

   

  8th Grade - in the competition Made with Minecraft award category

  With their game “Sanctuary Simulation” Finalists are

  Asha L 

  Mitisa M  

  Ryef H 

   

  7th grade - In the competition for the Best Outplay Hunger Game Award Category

  With their game “Defeating Hunger” Finalists are

  Benjamin A  

  Alexander D 

   

  The winners will be announced on June 12th during a Virtual Awards Ceremony.

   

  Good Luck and Congratulations

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