Welcome to P.S. 52 John C. Thompson

Dear PS 52 Families,

Welcome to the PS 52 community! Whether you are a long-time member of our school family or are visiting us for the first time, I am delighted to welcome you to our website. PS 52 is a place where children are encouraged to dream big, work hard, and discover their unique talents. We are proud of our tradition of academic excellence, strong family partnerships, and a caring school culture where every child is known, valued, and supported.

At PS 52, we believe that every child deserves a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment where they are challenged to reach their fullest potential. Our dedicated teachers, support staff, and administration are committed to providing high-quality instruction while nurturing the academic, social, and emotional development of every student.

Our school is more than a building—it is a community built on respect, kindness, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. We set high expectations for ourselves and for our students because we know that with encouragement, perseverance, and teamwork, every child can achieve great things. We celebrate each student's unique strengths and work together to help them become confident learners, critical thinkers, and caring citizens.

Family partnerships are at the heart of everything we do. A child's greatest success comes when school and home work together toward common goals. I encourage you to remain actively involved in your child's education by attending school events, communicating regularly with your child's teachers, participating in parent workshops, and joining our Parent Teacher Association. Your involvement sends a powerful message to your child that education is important and that we are partners in their success.

Throughout the year, you can expect meaningful learning experiences, exciting school events, enrichment opportunities, and celebrations. We remain committed to creating an environment where every child feels welcomed, valued, respected, and inspired to do their very best each day.

As your principal, I am honored to serve this extraordinary school community. I am committed to maintaining open communication, listening to your ideas and concerns, and ensuring that PS 52 continues to be a place where students thrive academically and personally. Together, we will continue to build upon our tradition of excellence while preparing our students with the knowledge, skills, and character they need for future success

Thank you for entrusting us with your children's education and for being an essential part of the PS 52 community. I look forward to partnering with you as we continue to create an environment where every child can succeed, every family feels welcome, and every day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and achieve.

Ms. Joanne Cancel
Principal, P.S. 52 John C. Thompson (31R052)