P.S. 119 Amersfort

"Don't send your child here. They are not preparing these children for the state tests. They barely receive enough instruction in the classroom to adequately complete homework assignments. My son was thriving at PS 326 and is struggling at PS 119. I've worked with an after school program for over 5 years. I always noticed that the students in the 3rd and 4th grades always have a math workbook for their homework assignments, where they are asked to complete at least a whole page of work because repetition reinforces what they learn in class. My son comes home with TWO math questions each night in his notebook. If I did not buy a workbook for him to do extra work he wouldn't know the basics. He's being tutored by a retired 4th grade teacher in writing now in hopes that it will equip him with the tools he needs to pass the state tests next month. You can check the school's standardized testing records for yourself - all below average. I will not send my youngest to PS 119. Once my youngest is done with PS 326 I will have to look for another school for grades 3-5. I don't want him to have the same hardships my oldest is experiencing now. If you don't care about academics and just want nice teachers and a good music program, then by all means send your child here. Their shows are always entertaining."

"Best school i have ever went to,i have a good education. i have been going to this school for 2 years ,now i am in sixth grade going to a good school ,i made alot of friends' the 4 most popular in the school is me.Also i will do anything to sit one more day in that amazing school ."

"Awesome school!!! You could not ask for better staff. My son is in the 3rd grade and I love this school. The attention they give my son Wow!!!. Don't believe none of the negative reviews. If your a good parent and your involve with your child's learning then you will love it...."

"This school is awesome. I love that the school encourages children to be kind to others. It has all of these really good extra activities, like Rock Asylum after school, and these fun trips, nacho cheese, Penny harvest, expo, Burgon Beach, Peace day, The thriller dance, and more. She the school certainly isn't boring at all. The learning is very fun. I encourage every kindergarten to 5th grade student to go. I love this school. I'm in Middle school now. I miss it already!"

"The theme of this multicultural school is about peace & acceptance. Students wear uniforms with different colored shirts to indicate grade levels. Not like a fashion show, which elimimates most parents feeling pressures to keep up with The Joneses. You will find peace throughout the entire building. As well the with the students whom were well behaved. Eager to learn and enjoyed their classes. Upon my visit I was very impressed with the tour that was provided to us."