Welcome to MS 172

Upcoming Events

  • MS172 Spirit Wear Day- Wear your MS172 gear or school colors blue and gold

    MS172Q

  • PTA Welcome Back Breakfast

    MS172Q

  • Yom Kippur - Schools are Closed

    MS172Q

  • Back to School Night in Person 5-8PM

    MS172Q

  • MS172 Spirit Wear Day- Wear your MS172 gear or school colors blue and gold

    MS172Q
View Monthly Calendar

News & Announcements

  • PTA Meeting September 28th In Person

    Good Morning Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of the PTA:

    Please join the PTA for our first meeting of the school year.  We will introduce ourselves, have expedited elections for open positions, have school updates, and more. 

    This is the meeting you do not want to miss so that you can be informed! 

    Monday, September 28th at 7pm. In person.

     

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Back to School Night Wednesday, September 23rd from 5:00 to 8:00 PM

    Good Afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our Principal, Dr. DeSimone:

    Dear MS 172 Family,
    We are excited to welcome you to our annual Back to School Night on Wednesday, September 23rd, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (in-person). This event is designed for parents and guardians to meet teachers, learn about classroom expectations, and hear about the exciting year ahead.
    Event Overview:
    • 5:00 p.m. – Grade-Level Welcome: Please join your child’s Grade Assistant Principal for a brief welcome at the following locations:
      • 6th Grade: Auditorium
      • 7th Grade: Cafeteria
      • 8th Grade: Gymnasium
    • 5:20 p.m. – Classroom Visits: You will follow your child’s Wednesday class schedule starting with Period 1.
      • If your child has a double period, please use that second period to visit our Child Support Team in the Auditorium.
      • Small group WIN classes will not meet; please visit your child's regularly scheduled General Subject/Arts Class or Physical Education class during those times. 

    Preparing for the Event: Students will receive a blank schedule handout in Homeroom prior to the event. Please ensure your child completes this form with their specific classes, room numbers, and teacher names, including their exact General Subject/Arts classroom location, and brings it home, so you have it ready for the evening.

    Important Event Details:
    • Attendance: Due to limited space in classrooms and hallways, we strongly encourage families to make alternate arrangements for children and avoid bringing them to the event. While we understand that some situations may make this difficult, your cooperation will help ensure that all parents have the best possible experience.
    • Conferences: This event is designed as an overview of our academic programs rather than individual parent-teacher conferences. If you have specific concerns regarding your child, we encourage you to follow up directly with their teachers to schedule a separate meeting. 
    We look forward to seeing you on September 23rd as we work together to support a successful school year!
    Dr. Paul J. DeSimone
    Principal

    Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    Please see attached document.

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Free Adult In-Person Tai Chi Classes at MS172

    Good Afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our Beacon/Commonpoint Program:

     

    We are excited to announce starting Tonight  Monday, September 14th we will be offering adult in person Tai Chi classes with instructor Spencer Gee at Middle School 172. 

    The class will meet at 6:30pm-7:30pm. This class is open to adult members of our community.

    Kindly spread the word!  Registration is required. 

    Please see attached flyer for details.

     

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Welcome Back Carnival!

    Good morning Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our Beacon Program:

    Dear Beacon MS 172 Families,

    We’re excited to welcome our students and families back for another great school year! 🎉

    Please join us for our Welcome Back to School Carnival at Beacon MS 172!

    📅 Friday, September 25th
    ⏰ 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    🎟️ FREE!

    Come out and enjoy an afternoon of fun with the whole family! We’ll have:

    🎪 Inflatables
    🎯 Games
    🍿 Concessions
    🎉 Fun activities
    ✨ And more!

    This event is FREE and open to all current Beacon families, as well as students and families who are interested in joining the Beacon program!

    Interested in becoming part of Beacon? Registration will be available at the event, and our team will be there to provide information about the program and help families get started.

    We encourage you to bring your family,  and join us as we celebrate the start of a new school year together! Please see attached for our event flyer.

    We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

    Warmly,
    Beacon MS 172 Team

     

    Please see attached flyer.

    Audrey Geliga, Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Emergency Drills - Including Evacuation and Lockdown Procedures

    Good Morning Irwin Altman MS 172 Families,

    On behalf of our Principal, Dr. DeSimone:

    "This week, our school will begin practicing emergency drills, including evacuation and lockdown procedures.

    These drills are an important part of keeping our students and staff safe, and we approach them with care and sensitivity.

    While we may not conduct both types of drills this week, please know that over the next couple of weeks, we will practice multiple drills of each type.

    We encourage you to speak with your child at home about the importance of these drills so that they understand they are meant to keep everyone safe, not to cause fear.

    Thank you for your support in helping us create a safe and prepared school environment."

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, MS 172 Irwin Altman School

    MS172Q

  • First Day of School from Superintendent Inzerillo

    Dear District 26 School Community,

    We had what was our best first day of school ever! The joy, energy, and enthusiasm across all of our school buildings set a wonderful tone for what is going to be an awesome 2026–2027 school year.  Please join me in thanking our school leaders, teachers, school staff, parents, and district team members. Your thoughtful preparation, dedication, and hard work ensured a smooth, welcoming, and successful opening for all of our students and families.
    Please see the attached letter for an update on our opening day celebrations, facility enhancements, and new leadership introductions across District 26.  Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to our students. I look forward to an AWESOME school year ahead!

    Anthony M. Inzerillo

    Superintendent

    Community School District 26

    51-60 Marathon Parkway

    Little Neck, NY 11362

    (718) 631-6943 (Office)

    (718) 631-6996 (Fax)

    www.district-26.org

    Follow us on X @D26Team

     

    A drawing of numbers and letters Description automatically generated

    MS172Q

  • Welcome Back Letter - District 26 Superintendent Inzerillo

    Dear District 26 Community,
     
     
    Welcome to the start of the 2026–2027 school year!  Please take a moment to read my attached welcome letter. 
     
    Thank you for your continued partnership and dedication to our students and schools. 
     
    I look forward to everything we will achieve together in the year ahead.
     

    Anthony M. Inzerillo

    Superintendent

    Community School District 26

    51-60 Marathon Parkway

    Little Neck, NY 11362

    (718) 631-6943 (Office)

    (718) 631-6996 (Fax)

    www.district-26.org

    Follow us on X @D26Team

    MS172Q

  • Students Homeroom Classes, Room Numbers, Arrival and Dismissal Exits

    Good morning Irwin Altman Middle School 172 6th grade Families,

    On Behalf of our Principal, Dr. DeSimone:

    Please see attached for students' homeroom class, room number and arrival and dismissal exits. UPDATE FOR CLASS 693 ONLY

    Arrival and Dismissal exits will also be posted on each exit door, as well as the main lobby, and throughout the school for the students.

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Please Help Support School Funding by Visiting myschoolapps.com

    Good afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families, 

    On Behalf of our Principal, Dr. DeSimone:

    Please help support school funding by visiting myschoolapps.com and select New York City Schools as your district.

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • 2026-2027 School Calendar

    School Calendar for 2026-2027

    MS172Q
View More Posts

Grade Information

6th Grade  7th Grade  8th Grade

Reach Out

Address

81-14 257th Street

Floral Park, New York 11004

Phone

718-831-4000

Fax

718-831-4008

 

*You can also connect with your teachers and staff using the Staff Directory.

NYC Department of Education

Accessibility Statement

We are working to make this website easier to access for people with disabilities and will follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0.    If you need assistance with a particular page or document on our current site, please contact hsohn@schools.nyc.gov to request assistance. 

News Test

  • PTA Meeting September 28th In Person

    Good Morning Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of the PTA:

    Please join the PTA for our first meeting of the school year.  We will introduce ourselves, have expedited elections for open positions, have school updates, and more. 

    This is the meeting you do not want to miss so that you can be informed! 

    Monday, September 28th at 7pm. In person.

     

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Back to School Night Wednesday, September 23rd from 5:00 to 8:00 PM

    Good Afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our Principal, Dr. DeSimone:

    Dear MS 172 Family,
    We are excited to welcome you to our annual Back to School Night on Wednesday, September 23rd, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (in-person). This event is designed for parents and guardians to meet teachers, learn about classroom expectations, and hear about the exciting year ahead.
    Event Overview:
    • 5:00 p.m. – Grade-Level Welcome: Please join your child’s Grade Assistant Principal for a brief welcome at the following locations:
      • 6th Grade: Auditorium
      • 7th Grade: Cafeteria
      • 8th Grade: Gymnasium
    • 5:20 p.m. – Classroom Visits: You will follow your child’s Wednesday class schedule starting with Period 1.
      • If your child has a double period, please use that second period to visit our Child Support Team in the Auditorium.
      • Small group WIN classes will not meet; please visit your child's regularly scheduled General Subject/Arts Class or Physical Education class during those times. 

    Preparing for the Event: Students will receive a blank schedule handout in Homeroom prior to the event. Please ensure your child completes this form with their specific classes, room numbers, and teacher names, including their exact General Subject/Arts classroom location, and brings it home, so you have it ready for the evening.

    Important Event Details:
    • Attendance: Due to limited space in classrooms and hallways, we strongly encourage families to make alternate arrangements for children and avoid bringing them to the event. While we understand that some situations may make this difficult, your cooperation will help ensure that all parents have the best possible experience.
    • Conferences: This event is designed as an overview of our academic programs rather than individual parent-teacher conferences. If you have specific concerns regarding your child, we encourage you to follow up directly with their teachers to schedule a separate meeting. 
    We look forward to seeing you on September 23rd as we work together to support a successful school year!
    Dr. Paul J. DeSimone
    Principal

    Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    Please see attached document.

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Free Adult In-Person Tai Chi Classes at MS172

    Good Afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our Beacon/Commonpoint Program:

     

    We are excited to announce starting Tonight  Monday, September 14th we will be offering adult in person Tai Chi classes with instructor Spencer Gee at Middle School 172. 

    The class will meet at 6:30pm-7:30pm. This class is open to adult members of our community.

    Kindly spread the word!  Registration is required. 

    Please see attached flyer for details.

     

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Welcome Back Carnival!

    Good morning Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our Beacon Program:

    Dear Beacon MS 172 Families,

    We’re excited to welcome our students and families back for another great school year! 🎉

    Please join us for our Welcome Back to School Carnival at Beacon MS 172!

    📅 Friday, September 25th
    ⏰ 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    🎟️ FREE!

    Come out and enjoy an afternoon of fun with the whole family! We’ll have:

    🎪 Inflatables
    🎯 Games
    🍿 Concessions
    🎉 Fun activities
    ✨ And more!

    This event is FREE and open to all current Beacon families, as well as students and families who are interested in joining the Beacon program!

    Interested in becoming part of Beacon? Registration will be available at the event, and our team will be there to provide information about the program and help families get started.

    We encourage you to bring your family,  and join us as we celebrate the start of a new school year together! Please see attached for our event flyer.

    We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

    Warmly,
    Beacon MS 172 Team

     

    Please see attached flyer.

    Audrey Geliga, Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Emergency Drills - Including Evacuation and Lockdown Procedures

    Good Morning Irwin Altman MS 172 Families,

    On behalf of our Principal, Dr. DeSimone:

    "This week, our school will begin practicing emergency drills, including evacuation and lockdown procedures.

    These drills are an important part of keeping our students and staff safe, and we approach them with care and sensitivity.

    While we may not conduct both types of drills this week, please know that over the next couple of weeks, we will practice multiple drills of each type.

    We encourage you to speak with your child at home about the importance of these drills so that they understand they are meant to keep everyone safe, not to cause fear.

    Thank you for your support in helping us create a safe and prepared school environment."

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, MS 172 Irwin Altman School

    MS172Q

  • First Day of School from Superintendent Inzerillo

    Dear District 26 School Community,

    We had what was our best first day of school ever! The joy, energy, and enthusiasm across all of our school buildings set a wonderful tone for what is going to be an awesome 2026–2027 school year.  Please join me in thanking our school leaders, teachers, school staff, parents, and district team members. Your thoughtful preparation, dedication, and hard work ensured a smooth, welcoming, and successful opening for all of our students and families.
    Please see the attached letter for an update on our opening day celebrations, facility enhancements, and new leadership introductions across District 26.  Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to our students. I look forward to an AWESOME school year ahead!

    Anthony M. Inzerillo

    Superintendent

    Community School District 26

    51-60 Marathon Parkway

    Little Neck, NY 11362

    (718) 631-6943 (Office)

    (718) 631-6996 (Fax)

    www.district-26.org

    Follow us on X @D26Team

     

    A drawing of numbers and letters Description automatically generated

    MS172Q

  • Welcome Back Letter - District 26 Superintendent Inzerillo

    Dear District 26 Community,
     
     
    Welcome to the start of the 2026–2027 school year!  Please take a moment to read my attached welcome letter. 
     
    Thank you for your continued partnership and dedication to our students and schools. 
     
    I look forward to everything we will achieve together in the year ahead.
     

    Anthony M. Inzerillo

    Superintendent

    Community School District 26

    51-60 Marathon Parkway

    Little Neck, NY 11362

    (718) 631-6943 (Office)

    (718) 631-6996 (Fax)

    www.district-26.org

    Follow us on X @D26Team

    MS172Q

  • Students Homeroom Classes, Room Numbers, Arrival and Dismissal Exits

    Good morning Irwin Altman Middle School 172 6th grade Families,

    On Behalf of our Principal, Dr. DeSimone:

    Please see attached for students' homeroom class, room number and arrival and dismissal exits. UPDATE FOR CLASS 693 ONLY

    Arrival and Dismissal exits will also be posted on each exit door, as well as the main lobby, and throughout the school for the students.

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Please Help Support School Funding by Visiting myschoolapps.com

    Good afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families, 

    On Behalf of our Principal, Dr. DeSimone:

    Please help support school funding by visiting myschoolapps.com and select New York City Schools as your district.

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • 2026-2027 School Calendar

    School Calendar for 2026-2027

    MS172Q
View More Posts