IS 126 - Albert Shanker School Home

A Message from the Principal

Welcome to IS126 The Albert Shanker Middle School, home of the Wildcats! Thank you for visiting our website to learn more about our school community, including our amazing students, our loving staff, our supporting families, and our exciting programs. Please visit the site often as we update it on a regular basis. I also encourage all of you to explore the site and all of the resources and information we provide via the website.

About Us

Through the use of positive behavior interventions and restorative discipline we will make our students secure and safe. Our school fosters success through exemplifying diverse life accomplishments. Our students are provided with rigorous curricula, instruction, and assessment aligned with the State Standards while being exposed to the arts. Professional learning for parents and teachers is the means to improving instruction, strengthening our relationships, and increasing the sense of belonging among our entire community.

Gifted and Talented Program
Regents courses - 98% Pass rate
Specialized High School Test Prep
Growth Mindset
Wellness Program
Restorative Justice Program
Competitive Basketball and Soccer Teams
Hydroponic Lab

Events

Jun 19

Schools Closed - Juneteenth

Jun 20

PTA Schoolyard Carnival

Time: 8 AM – 2 PM

Jun 23

Graduation

Time: 4 PM – 5 PM

Location: Long Island City High School Auditorium

Jun 26

Last Day of the 2024-2025 School Year!

Jul 2

Summer Rising Begins

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News

May Wildcats Wellness Newsletter

The latest edition of the Wildcats Wellness Newsletter for May is now available! Created by our dedicated Wellness Committee members, this newsletter is packed with valuable insights and tips on various wellness topics. From mental health strategies to nutrition advice and physical activity ideas, there's something for everyone looking to enhance their well-being. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to engage with our community’s wellness initiatives! Click the link below to explore the full newsletter and discover how you can prioritize your health and wellness this month.

Letter Home to Families about May 28 Parent Teacher Conferences

Upcoming Parent Teacher Conferences at IS 126: IS 126 will be hosting in-person Parent Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, which has been rescheduled from the original NYCPS date of May 8th. This event will allow parents to meet with their child's current teachers and connect with those for the upcoming school year.

The conferences will be held at IS 126, from 5:00 PM to 5:55 PM, parents can arrange meetings with this year's teachers using Teacher Reacher. Following that, they can participate in either Session A or Session B from 6:00 PM to 7:55 PM, featuring presentations from the 7th and 8th grade teams. For further inquiries, please read the attached letter or contact Parent Coordinator Ms. Jessica Pineda. We look forward to your participation!

Albert Shanker Community School is hiring

Join the Wildcat Family - we're hiring!

We're hiring multiple positions for the 2025-2026 school year including ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language, Special Education and Technology. You can read more about the open positions and learn about our Wildcat Culture by clicking the headline.

NYC Participatory Budget Voting for IS126 Auditorium AC

Vote to Upgrade Our Auditorium Air Conditioning!

As a community, we have an opportunity to support various initiatives through the participatory budget. This year, one of the projects up for a vote is to upgrade the air conditioning system in the IS126Q auditorium. This improvement will create a more comfortable space for students, staff, and visitors. Get involved and have your say by voting for the project you believe will make the greatest impact!