The Dr. Emmett W. Bassett School (PS 16) celebrated the selection of its newest “Teacher of the Year” honoree for his outstanding dedication to instructional excellence. The school community had success in hosting its annual “Bassett Jubilee,” a community festival that showcased student accomplishments in the fine arts and generated local pride. Students on campus are also enjoying a brand-new STEAM lab, where they tackle weekly engineering and coding challenges.

Q1. How does the specialized STEAM focus at Dr. Emmett W. Bassett School prepare students for the future?

Ans. Students learn the basics of robotics and coding in a brand-new STEAM lab, where they tackle Schoolekly engineering and coding challenges to build critical thinking skills.

Q2. What unique performing arts opportunities are available to students at Dr. Emmett W. Bassett School?

Ans. Students can participate in specialized theater and choral tracks that build physical coordination and performance, supported by an enriched music curriculum and resident artists.

Q3. How does Dr. Emmett W. Bassett School promote character development among its scholars?

Ans. A dedicated character education program focuses on building integrity and kindness through daily practice and school-wide initiatives like the "Wolf Awards Ceremony."

Q4. What kind of field trip opportunities do students at Dr. Emmett W. Bassett School experience?

Ans. Each child takes at least five major trips annually to New York City’s historical and cultural institutions, including the Bronx Zoo and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Q5. How can parents at Dr. Emmett W. Bassett School stay involved in their child’s academic progress?

Ans. Parents are invited to observe classrooms, attend publishing parties for student work, and participate in family learning nights and English as a New Language classes.