Welcome to MS 172

Upcoming Events

  • Soapbox NYC Event

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

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  • 8th Grade Ms. McAllister trip to the Met

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  • NYS Testing CBT Simulation

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  • S.O. Hot Shot Basketball

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News & Announcements

  • Career Day - Friday, March 13, 2026

    Good Afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our our Principal, Dr. DeSimone and our Student Organization:

    On Friday, March 13, 2026, Irwin Altman Middle School 172 will host its annual Career Day. This event provides students with the opportunity to learn from accomplished members of our school community who are
    willing to share their professional journeys, experiences, and insights.

    We are excited to invite parents and community members to participate as speakers. Career Day is a meaningful way to expose students to a wide range of professions and help them make connections between their classroom learning and the world beyond school.

    At this time, we invite families to share their interest and availability. If you are interested in participating, would like additional information, or know someone who may be interested, please read the attached document, and either complete the Google Form or send in your response via paper form provided to Audrey Geliga, Parent Coordinator.

    Thank you for your continued support and partnership in enriching our students’ educational experiences.

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Our Phones Are Back!

    Good Morning Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our Principal, Dr. DeSimone:

    We’re happy to share that our phone service has been fully restored and is now operating normally.

    Thank you for your patience and understanding while this issue was resolved. If you need to reach us by phone, you may do so as usual.

     

    Warm Regards,

    Dr. Paul J. DeSimone

    Principal

    Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

     
    MS172Q

  • Letter from Anthony M. Inzerillo Superintendent Community School District 26

    Dear District 26 Community,

    Thank you again for your flexibility and partnership during yesterday’s winter weather and remote learning day.

    Attached please find a letter sharing my appreciation for our students, families, school staff, and facilities teams whose collective efforts helped ensure continuity of learning and a safe return to our school buildings this morning.

    I am grateful for the teamwork and care demonstrated across District 26!

    Warm regards,

    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

  • Rescheduling our Plan, $ave, Spend: A Financial Literacy Family Workshop

    Good Morning Irwin Altman Middle School Families:

    On Behalf of The District Office:

    Due to the heavy snow accumulation and related parking issues, we are rescheduling our Plan, $ave, Spend: A Financial Literacy Family Workshop.

    We will be in touch soon with details about the new February date. 

     

    Please see attached flyer.

     

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Important Information *******Weather Update - Remote Learning – Snow Day (Monday, January 26, 2026)

    Dear MS 172 Families,
     
    While we may be enjoying a snowy day outside, we are excited to provide our students with a meaningful virtual learning experience on Monday. Most importantly, we hope that you and your families remain safe and warm as we move through this day of remote learning together.
     
    Tomorrow, we will be prioritizing balance, creating opportunities for students to connect synchronously with their teachers and classmates, while also allowing time for asynchronous activities to be completed at a comfortable pace throughout the day.
     
    As you prepare to get started, please be sure to:
    • Assist your child(ren) with powering on their device
    • Ensure they can access their NYC DOE account and Google Classrooms by 8:00 AM
    If you experience any challenges with logging in or accessing materials, please reach out to your child’s teacher via email for support.
     
    Remote Learning Expectations:
    • Students will follow their regular Monday schedule including AM Homeroom and excluding PM Homeroom, period by period, just as they would in the school building
    • Teachers will meet with students according to that schedule using Google Meet and/or Zoom
    • Live sessions may vary in length; however, students should expect to meet with their teacher for at least 15–20 minutes per period
    • Assignments and/or activities will be provided for students to complete independently for the remainder of each period
    • Attendance will be taken in Homeroom and period by period, and more information will be shared with students in their Grade Google Classrooms
    Although we are not together in the school building, student safety and well-being remain our top priority. If you or your family encounter any extraordinary challenges throughout the day, please do not hesitate to reach out to any member of our school team; we are here to support you.
     
    Thank you for your continued partnership, flexibility, and support. We look forward to a successful day of learning, even from a distance.
     
    Warm regards,
     
    Dr. Paul J. DeSimone
    Principal
    Irwin Altman Middle School 172
    81-14 257 Street
    Floral Park, NY 11004
    Phone: (718) 831-4000

     

    MS172Q

  • Due to impending weather, The PTA has decided to change their In Person meeting to Virtual for this Monday, January 26th, 2026.

    Good Afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families, 

    On Behalf of The PTA:

    Due to impending weather, The PTA has decided to change their In Person meeting to Virtual for this Monday, January 26th, 2026.

    We are still awaiting final decision from the Mayor's office, regarding whether school will be in person or remote, and please be on the look out for an update email once we know what that decision will look like.

    Here is the link for Monday night's PTA meeting, which will begin at 7pm.

    https://nycdoe.zoom.us/j/96113388970?pwd=6dAa3QraCmY4HvBVUxSH8oywB7S8Hr.1&from=addon#success

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Due to impending weather occurring this Monday, January 26th 2026, The PTA Panera Fundraiser has been changed to February 24th, 2026

    Good Afternoon  Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our PTA:

    Due to impending weather occurring this Monday, January 26th 2026, The PTA Panera Fundraiser has been changed to February 24th, 2026.

     "We're raising dough!" The PTA is holding a fundraiser Tuesday, February 24th 2026 from 4pm-8pm at Panera Bread. The location is 669 Hillside Ave, New Hyde Park, NY.

    20% of the net sales will be donated. Use code FUND4U at panerabread.com, in the Panera App, or at the kiosk in-cafe.

    Bring this flyer or show a digital copy to your cashier when ordering at the cafe to ensure your organization gets a portion of the net sales.

    Please see attached flyer for further details

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Broadway performance at no cost for 7th Grade Students

    Good Afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our Principal Dr. DeSimone and our 7th Grade AP Ms. Soto:

    Dear 7th Grade Families,

    Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is excited to offer our 7th grade students the opportunity to attend a Broadway performance at no cost through the 2025-2026 Principal Fellowship with the the NYC Public Schools Arts Office.

    We will be seeing Buena Vista Social Club, a hit Broadway musical that tells the story behind the iconic Grammy-winning album through the lives of its legendary Cuban musicians. The show blends 1950s Havana with the 1990s recording sessions and features incredible live Afro-Cuban music, dance, and a tale of resilience and second chances.

     

    Please read the attached document for further important trip details. Space is limited to the first 65 students.

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Regarding immunizations and resources for immigrants

    Good Afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    Please see below, regarding immunizations and resources for immigrants.

    On Behalf of The Chancellor's Office:

    On January 7, the New York State Department of Health and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issued a Health Advisory addressing immunization practices following updates to federal childhood vaccination recommendations. As noted in the advisory, these federal updates do not impact New York State or New York City school immunization requirements, nor do they alter existing state or city policies governing student attendance.  
    All existing immunization policies and procedures for student attendance remain in place. For guidance, refer to the medical immunization requirements for the 2025–26 school year document, the 2025–26 Immunization Chart for Families, and the Guidance to Schools on Immunization Compliance document. Additionally, please backpack home this letter (available in all NYCPS languages) to families regarding this guidance from New York State and New York City.

    For questions regarding immunization or clarification related to student compliance, contact your health director.

    NYCPS remains committed to supporting immigrant communities and ensuring that all immigrant students and families are aware of available resources, as well as their rights.
    You or your designee should backpack home both the letter from Chancellor Kamar H. Samuels regarding immigrant supports (available on the Messages for Families webpage in all NYCPS languages) and the NYCPS Know Your Rights flyer as soon as possible.

    As a reminder, staff-facing resources are available on the Project Open Arms InfoHub page. For questions, email OpenArms@schools.nyc.gov.

    Please see attached documents for further important information

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Free Game Jam for All Grades

    Game Jam for Grades 7 & 8                The Games for Change Student Challenge (After School)
    I'm hosting a Games for Change (G4C) Game Jam on Thursday, January 22, Thursday, January 29, Thursday, February 5, Thursday, February 12, Thursday, February 26, Thursday, March 5, Thursday, March 19, Thursday, March 26   from 2:20 to 3:40 and wanted to invite you to participate! You will be creating educational games at these 8 sessions to be submitted for an international contest. The first 34 students who sign up for this Game Jam will be notified by email. You will then be sent a permission slip that must be signed by your parents. There is no charge for these sessions. These sessions will be held in room 234.
    If you are interested in attending this Game Jam, you must submit the form below by  Tuesday,  January 20th.  This entry will close after that  date.

    Thank you for participating in this wonderful Game Jam!!
    Mrs. Sohn

     

    MS172Q
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Grade Information

6th Grade  7th Grade  8th Grade

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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

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  • Career Day - Friday, March 13, 2026

    Good Afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our our Principal, Dr. DeSimone and our Student Organization:

    On Friday, March 13, 2026, Irwin Altman Middle School 172 will host its annual Career Day. This event provides students with the opportunity to learn from accomplished members of our school community who are
    willing to share their professional journeys, experiences, and insights.

    We are excited to invite parents and community members to participate as speakers. Career Day is a meaningful way to expose students to a wide range of professions and help them make connections between their classroom learning and the world beyond school.

    At this time, we invite families to share their interest and availability. If you are interested in participating, would like additional information, or know someone who may be interested, please read the attached document, and either complete the Google Form or send in your response via paper form provided to Audrey Geliga, Parent Coordinator.

    Thank you for your continued support and partnership in enriching our students’ educational experiences.

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Our Phones Are Back!

    Good Morning Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our Principal, Dr. DeSimone:

    We’re happy to share that our phone service has been fully restored and is now operating normally.

    Thank you for your patience and understanding while this issue was resolved. If you need to reach us by phone, you may do so as usual.

     

    Warm Regards,

    Dr. Paul J. DeSimone

    Principal

    Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

     
    MS172Q

  • Letter from Anthony M. Inzerillo Superintendent Community School District 26

    Dear District 26 Community,

    Thank you again for your flexibility and partnership during yesterday’s winter weather and remote learning day.

    Attached please find a letter sharing my appreciation for our students, families, school staff, and facilities teams whose collective efforts helped ensure continuity of learning and a safe return to our school buildings this morning.

    I am grateful for the teamwork and care demonstrated across District 26!

    Warm regards,

    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

  • Rescheduling our Plan, $ave, Spend: A Financial Literacy Family Workshop

    Good Morning Irwin Altman Middle School Families:

    On Behalf of The District Office:

    Due to the heavy snow accumulation and related parking issues, we are rescheduling our Plan, $ave, Spend: A Financial Literacy Family Workshop.

    We will be in touch soon with details about the new February date. 

     

    Please see attached flyer.

     

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Important Information *******Weather Update - Remote Learning – Snow Day (Monday, January 26, 2026)

    Dear MS 172 Families,
     
    While we may be enjoying a snowy day outside, we are excited to provide our students with a meaningful virtual learning experience on Monday. Most importantly, we hope that you and your families remain safe and warm as we move through this day of remote learning together.
     
    Tomorrow, we will be prioritizing balance, creating opportunities for students to connect synchronously with their teachers and classmates, while also allowing time for asynchronous activities to be completed at a comfortable pace throughout the day.
     
    As you prepare to get started, please be sure to:
    • Assist your child(ren) with powering on their device
    • Ensure they can access their NYC DOE account and Google Classrooms by 8:00 AM
    If you experience any challenges with logging in or accessing materials, please reach out to your child’s teacher via email for support.
     
    Remote Learning Expectations:
    • Students will follow their regular Monday schedule including AM Homeroom and excluding PM Homeroom, period by period, just as they would in the school building
    • Teachers will meet with students according to that schedule using Google Meet and/or Zoom
    • Live sessions may vary in length; however, students should expect to meet with their teacher for at least 15–20 minutes per period
    • Assignments and/or activities will be provided for students to complete independently for the remainder of each period
    • Attendance will be taken in Homeroom and period by period, and more information will be shared with students in their Grade Google Classrooms
    Although we are not together in the school building, student safety and well-being remain our top priority. If you or your family encounter any extraordinary challenges throughout the day, please do not hesitate to reach out to any member of our school team; we are here to support you.
     
    Thank you for your continued partnership, flexibility, and support. We look forward to a successful day of learning, even from a distance.
     
    Warm regards,
     
    Dr. Paul J. DeSimone
    Principal
    Irwin Altman Middle School 172
    81-14 257 Street
    Floral Park, NY 11004
    Phone: (718) 831-4000

     

    MS172Q

  • Due to impending weather, The PTA has decided to change their In Person meeting to Virtual for this Monday, January 26th, 2026.

    Good Afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families, 

    On Behalf of The PTA:

    Due to impending weather, The PTA has decided to change their In Person meeting to Virtual for this Monday, January 26th, 2026.

    We are still awaiting final decision from the Mayor's office, regarding whether school will be in person or remote, and please be on the look out for an update email once we know what that decision will look like.

    Here is the link for Monday night's PTA meeting, which will begin at 7pm.

    https://nycdoe.zoom.us/j/96113388970?pwd=6dAa3QraCmY4HvBVUxSH8oywB7S8Hr.1&from=addon#success

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Due to impending weather occurring this Monday, January 26th 2026, The PTA Panera Fundraiser has been changed to February 24th, 2026

    Good Afternoon  Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our PTA:

    Due to impending weather occurring this Monday, January 26th 2026, The PTA Panera Fundraiser has been changed to February 24th, 2026.

     "We're raising dough!" The PTA is holding a fundraiser Tuesday, February 24th 2026 from 4pm-8pm at Panera Bread. The location is 669 Hillside Ave, New Hyde Park, NY.

    20% of the net sales will be donated. Use code FUND4U at panerabread.com, in the Panera App, or at the kiosk in-cafe.

    Bring this flyer or show a digital copy to your cashier when ordering at the cafe to ensure your organization gets a portion of the net sales.

    Please see attached flyer for further details

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Broadway performance at no cost for 7th Grade Students

    Good Afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    On Behalf of our Principal Dr. DeSimone and our 7th Grade AP Ms. Soto:

    Dear 7th Grade Families,

    Irwin Altman Middle School 172 is excited to offer our 7th grade students the opportunity to attend a Broadway performance at no cost through the 2025-2026 Principal Fellowship with the the NYC Public Schools Arts Office.

    We will be seeing Buena Vista Social Club, a hit Broadway musical that tells the story behind the iconic Grammy-winning album through the lives of its legendary Cuban musicians. The show blends 1950s Havana with the 1990s recording sessions and features incredible live Afro-Cuban music, dance, and a tale of resilience and second chances.

     

    Please read the attached document for further important trip details. Space is limited to the first 65 students.

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Regarding immunizations and resources for immigrants

    Good Afternoon Irwin Altman Middle School 172 Families,

    Please see below, regarding immunizations and resources for immigrants.

    On Behalf of The Chancellor's Office:

    On January 7, the New York State Department of Health and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issued a Health Advisory addressing immunization practices following updates to federal childhood vaccination recommendations. As noted in the advisory, these federal updates do not impact New York State or New York City school immunization requirements, nor do they alter existing state or city policies governing student attendance.  
    All existing immunization policies and procedures for student attendance remain in place. For guidance, refer to the medical immunization requirements for the 2025–26 school year document, the 2025–26 Immunization Chart for Families, and the Guidance to Schools on Immunization Compliance document. Additionally, please backpack home this letter (available in all NYCPS languages) to families regarding this guidance from New York State and New York City.

    For questions regarding immunization or clarification related to student compliance, contact your health director.

    NYCPS remains committed to supporting immigrant communities and ensuring that all immigrant students and families are aware of available resources, as well as their rights.
    You or your designee should backpack home both the letter from Chancellor Kamar H. Samuels regarding immigrant supports (available on the Messages for Families webpage in all NYCPS languages) and the NYCPS Know Your Rights flyer as soon as possible.

    As a reminder, staff-facing resources are available on the Project Open Arms InfoHub page. For questions, email OpenArms@schools.nyc.gov.

    Please see attached documents for further important information

    Audrey Geliga

    Parent Coordinator, Irwin Altman Middle School 172

    MS172Q

  • Free Game Jam for All Grades

    Game Jam for Grades 7 & 8                The Games for Change Student Challenge (After School)
    I'm hosting a Games for Change (G4C) Game Jam on Thursday, January 22, Thursday, January 29, Thursday, February 5, Thursday, February 12, Thursday, February 26, Thursday, March 5, Thursday, March 19, Thursday, March 26   from 2:20 to 3:40 and wanted to invite you to participate! You will be creating educational games at these 8 sessions to be submitted for an international contest. The first 34 students who sign up for this Game Jam will be notified by email. You will then be sent a permission slip that must be signed by your parents. There is no charge for these sessions. These sessions will be held in room 234.
    If you are interested in attending this Game Jam, you must submit the form below by  Tuesday,  January 20th.  This entry will close after that  date.

    Thank you for participating in this wonderful Game Jam!!
    Mrs. Sohn

     

    MS172Q
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