Our World Neighborhood Charter School
Address:

Grades K-5: 36-12 35th Avenue, Astoria, NY 11106

Grades 6-8:  31-20 37th Street, Astoria, NY 11106

Phone: 718-392-3405
Fax: 718/392-2840
Website: http://www.owncs.org
Principal/School Leader: Brian Ferguson

   
 
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Enrollment:   670
     
Grades Offered 2008/2009:   K-8
     
Planned Grades:   K-8
 
District:   District 30, Region 4
Authorizer:   SUNY
 
Description:

The mission of Our World Neighborhood Charter School is to provide kindergarten through 8th grade students with the foundation of a rigorous liberal education. Students will develop a historical perspective on our own time and place through an integrated study of history, geography, literature, the social sciences science, math, art and music. Students will in this way receive the broad education needed to thrive in today’s world. The school is committed to preparing all students to meet the academic challenges of the best New York City High Schools.  Since 2005, OWN has operated from two locations: the elementary school, K-5, is housed at 36-12 35th Avenue in Astoria (Queens); and the middle school, 6-8, is located at 31-20 37th Street in Astoria (Queens).

 
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How to Enroll Your Child
2009-2010 Application Information
Date Application Becomes Available:
12/1/08
How to Obtain:
Visit school office
Application Due Date:
4/1/09
2009-2010 Lottery Date:
4/7/09