WELCOME TO MNS
Manhattan New School, P.S. 290, is a true community of learners as evidenced by our rigorous academics and the dynamic relationship between students, teachers, administrators, staff and families. The essence of our philosophy is to encourage a child’s natural curiosity, to develop a commitment to lifelong learning and to promote social responsibility as global citizens.
School Announcements
Mar 23, 2020
School Closed Until Further Notice
MNS is closed until further notice. As of March 23rd, we have shifted to remote learning. If you need to contact someone right away please email our Parent Coordinator at ndolinsky@ps290.org.
Mar 23, 2020
Remote Learning Resources for Families
Remote Learning FAQ's for Parents
Please see responses to Frequently Asked Questions about MNS Remote Learning: Click here.
Free Meals for Students
ALL NYC students are able to receive breakfast/lunch/dinner from 7:30am - 1:30pm at select locations. See school locations here.
Laptops on Loan from the DOE
To request an internet-enabled iPad from the DOE, fill out this online form or call 718-935-5100 option “5”.
Jan 01, 2020
Admissions for New Students
Prospective parents can learn about admissions criteria on our website under Admissions.
Learn about Kindergarten for 2020-2021. Online applications through the DOE have concluded.
Apply now to Pre-K for 2020-2021! Applications are through the DOE from February 5 - March 29, 2020
Mar 09, 2020
Please Complete Your Parent Survey
Please complete your school survey now! It only takes a minute. The green envelopes were backpacked home. You can also complete it online at NYCSchoolSurvey.org. The final deadline is 3/31/20.
SUBSCRIBE TO THE SCHOOL CALENDAR.
No need to add every half day, holiday or PTA event to your calendar one at a time! Just subscribe to the MNS calendar.
For Google Calendar: click here.
For iCal, add a new calendar and use this url: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/calendar%40mnspta.org/public/basic.ics. This link will also work for Outlook (just have Outlook open when you click the link.)