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New Immigrant Resources PS 24Q Andrew Jackson Elementary School

2017PS 24 Queens Andrew Jackson Elementary

Debra Cassidy, Principal

NEW IMMIGRANT RESOURCES

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141-11 Holly Avenue, Queens, NY 11355 (718) 359-2288

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New Immigrant Resources

PS 24 is a multicultural public school that celebrates diverse cultural backgrounds.

We help our recent immigrants through a series of workshops and services so that they may better navigate their way in New York City.

Success with our students begin with a strong partnership with their parents and guardians by helping them to understand how best to support their children and to introduce them to the many services and venues available to them.

This booklet is a summary of local resources that we hope will enable new immigrants thrive in their new home.

Welcome to our neighborhood!

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Local Hospitals

NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens Website: http://www.nyhq.orgPhone: (718) 670-2000 (800) 282-6684Address: 56-45 Main Street, Flushing, NY 11355

Flushing Hospital Medical Center Website: flushinghospital.orgPhone: (718) 670-5000Address: 4500 Parsons Blvd, Flushing, NY 11355

NYU Langone Cardiovascular Associates Website: http://nyulangone.orgPhone: 718-353-4004Address: 142-42 Booth Memorial Avenue

1st Floor, Flushing, NY 11355Phone: (718) 423-3355Address: 143-51 Roosevelt Avenue

Suite 1A, Flushing, NY 11354

First Med Immediate Medical Care Website: http://www.firstmedny.comPhone: (718) 224-8855Address: 191-20 Northern Blvd., Flushing, NY 11358

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tel:718-423-3355

tel:718-353-4004


Local Police Station

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New York City Police Department 109th Precinct Website: http://www.nyc.gov/html/nypd/html/ precincts/precinct_109.shtmlAddress: 37-05 Union Street, Flushing, NY 11354Phone: (718) 321-2250

Local Fire Department

FDNY Engine 274 Address: 41-20 Murray Street, Flushing, NY 11355

Local Libraries

Local Library branches offer free programs related to work and life skills development, as well as cultural and recreational presentations through local partnerships,

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volunteers, or contracted performers for people of all ages.

The Library helps non-English speaking immigrants understand and interact with the culture, government, and educational system of the United States, via resources and services offered.

Queens Library at Flushing Website: www.queenslibrary.org/flushingAddress: 41-17 Main St, Flushing, NY 11355Phone: (718) 661-1200

Queens Library at Queensboro Hill Website:www.queenslibrary.org/branch/queensboro-hillAddress: 60-5 Main St, Flushing, NY 11355Phone: (718) 359-8332

Queens Library at Mitchell-Linden Website: www.queenslibrary.org/mitchell-lindenAddress: 31-32 Union St, Flushing, NY 11354Phone: (718) 539-2330

Health Education Library Website: www.healthlibrary.comAddress: 56-45 Main St, Flushing, NY 11355Phone: (718) 670-1118

Local Museums

Queens Historical Society The Queens Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the history of Queens through educational program and exhibitions.

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Website: www.queenshistoricalsociety.orgAddress: 14335 37th Avenue, Flushing, NY 11354Phone: (718) 939-0647

Voelker Orth Museum The Voelker Orth Museum, Bird Sanctuary and Victorian Garden is a New York City Landmark. The Voelker Orth Museum engages audiences through the arts, education, nature, horticulture and local history by offering house tours, exhibitions, concerts, lectures and workshops, cultural festivals, and family and school programs.Website: www.vomuseum.orgAddress: 14919 38th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354Phone: (718) 359-6227

Lewis Howard Latimer House Museum The Lewis H. Latimer House, was constructed in the Queen Anne style of architecture between 1887 and 1889y.Website: historichousetrust.org/house/lewis-h-

latimer-house-museumAddress: 34-41 137th St, Flushing, NY 11354Phone: (718) 961-8585

Queens Museum The Queens Museum is an art museum and educational center located in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. Website: www.queensmuseum.orgPhone: (718) 592-9700Address: Flushing Meadows Corona Park, New York

City Building, Queens, NY 11368

New York Hall Of Science The New York Hall of Science, also known as NYSCI, is a science museum located in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.

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Website: nysci.orgAddress: 47-01 111th St, Corona, NY 11368Phone: (718) 699-0005

Louis Armstrong House Museum The Louis Armstrong House was the home of Louis Armstrong and his wife Lucille Wilson from 1943 until his death in 1971. Lucille gave ownership of it to the city of New York in order to create a museum focused on her husband.

Website: www.louisarmstronghouse.org Address: 34-56 107th St, Flushing, NY 11368Phone: (718) 478-8274

Flushing Town Hall Flushing Town Hall is a historic Town Hall located in the Flushing section of the New York City borough of Queens.

Website: http://www.flushingtownhall.orgAddress: 137-35 Northern Blvd, Flushing, NY 11354Phone: (718) 463-7700

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Local Attractions

NYC Dept. of Parks & Recreation Website available in multiple languages:

https://www.nycgovparks.org/index.phpGo to “Translate” to select your preferred language and check out the special events and activities available for the family in the NYC area.

Queens Botanical Garden The Queens Botanical Garden began as part of the 1939 New York World's Fair in Queens. The garden expanded to take up a larger portion of Flushing Meadows Park.

Website: www.queensbotanical.orgAddress: 43-50 Main Street, Flushing, NY 11355Phone: (718) 886-3800Tickets: Adults – $6, Seniors (age 62+) – $4,

Students with ID – $4, Children (ages 4 to 12) – $2, Children (3 and under) – FREE, Members – FREE

Queens Zoo Exhibits: Aviary, Woodland Trail, South American Trail, Sea Lion Pool, Great Plains, Waterfowl Marsh, Domestic Animals

Website: https://queenszoo.comAddress: 53-51 111th Street, Corona, NY 11368Phone: (718) 271-1500Tickets: Adult 13 & over - $8, Child 3 to 12 - $5,

Senior 65 & over - $6, Child 2 & under - FREE

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Local Department Stores & Shopping Malls

The Shops at Skyview Center, Shopping Mall

Nordstrom, Marshalls, Target and more!Address: 40-24 College Pt. Blvd., Flushing, NY 11354

Macy's Department Store Department store chain providing brand-name clothing, accessories, home furnishings & housewares.

Website: http://www1.macys.comAddress: 136-50 Roosevelt Ave., Flushing, NY 11354Phone: (718) 358-9000

Fresh Meadows Shopping Center Shopping Mall Address: 61-18 190th Street, Queens, NY

Golden Shopping Mall Complex with varied Chinese merchantsAddress: 41-36 Main Street, Flushing, NY

New World Mall Indoor mall with an Asian market & cafes Address: 136-20 Roosevelt Avenue, Flushing, NY

The Shops at Queens Crossing Shops & restaurants with Asian focusAddress: 136-17 39th Avenue, Flushing, NY

Flushing Town Center LP Shopping Mall Address: 4024 College Point Boulevard, Flushing, NY

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Government Agencies

Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs Immigration legal services, City services & other benefits Website available in multiple languages:http://www1.nyc.gov/site/immigrants/index.pagePhone: (212) 788-7654

US Post Office – Flushing Branch Postal Services; Passport ServicesAddress: 4165 Main Street, Flushing, NY 11355Website: https://www.usps.comPhone: (718) 321-6893

Social Security Offices Queens Social Security Card CenterAddress: 155-10 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NYPhone: (800) 772-1213

Social Security Office Address: 31-08 37th Avenue, Flushing, NY Phone: (800) 772-1213

Department of Motor Vehicles 168-46 91st Avenue, Jamaica, NY 11432Website available in multiple languages: dmv.ny.gov

Department of Youth & Community Development For Youth, Adults, Families & SeniorsWebsite available in multiple languages:http://www1.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/services.page

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New York City Department of Education

Website: http://schools.nyc.gov/default.htm

Information is available in many languages, select your preferred language from the drop down menu located

on the top right hand corner of Webpage.

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, Parents & Families Website:

http://schools.nyc.gov/ParentsFamilies/default.htmDOE Academics Website:

http://schools.nyc.gov/Academics/default.htm

OACE – Office of Adult and Continuing EducationNew York City residents 21 years or older may register for classes anywhere in the city. All classes are taught by certified teachers and are tuition-free. PS 24 is a site of the Adult English language program offered on Saturdays; 8:30am–12:30pm.Website is available in multiple languages:http://schools.nyc.gov/community/AdultEd/default.htm

Family Welcome Center30-48 Linden Place, 2nd Floor, Flushing, NY 11354

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http://schools.nyc.gov/Academics/default.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/ParentsFamilies/default.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/default.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/Languages/Welcome.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/Languages/Arabic.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/Languages/Bengali.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/Languages/Chinese.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/Languages/French.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/Languages/haitiancreole.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/Languages/Korean.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/Languages/Russian.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/Languages/Spanish.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/Languages/Urdu.htm


Suggested Resources to Support Reading for Students

nycs.benchmarkuniverse.com

Thinkcerca.com

Follet.com

Compasslearning.com

Check Grades and Attendance

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Visit: mystudent.nyc to log in.Contact Parent Coordinator to help set up an account.

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PS 24 Queens141-11 Holly AvenueFlushing, NY 11355

Telephone: (718) 359-2288 Fax: (718) 460-3251

School Website: www.ps24queens.weebly.com

PrincipalDebra Cassidy [email protected]

Assistant PrincipalsJoann Montoya [email protected] Klager [email protected] Said [email protected] Singh [email protected]

Guidance CounselorEllen Hochberg [email protected]

Youth DeveloperAnita Leiter [email protected]

School Based Support TeamWilliam Luo [email protected]

Parent CoordinatorLu Yin [email protected]

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