PS 83 Donald Hertz is proud of its success with the 2026 “Hertz Harmony” festival, a community-wide event that celebrates student achievements in fine arts and orchestral music. The school recently opened a new STEAM lab and PK-8 students are already busy working on engineering challenges and digital coding projects each week. That spirit of family engagement carries over to the campus’s launch of a new series of monthly interactive workshops to support student learning at home.

Q1. How does the K-8 Model at PS 83 help with the long-term academic success of students in Morris Park?

Ans. There is continuity of instruction and deep relationships with students, teachers and local families by being in the same school for nine years.

Q2. Are there any special clubs at PS 83 for students who are interested in a career in law or government?

Ans. Our “Junior Civics” club provides students with hands-on experience in local government and public speaking through mock neighborhood community council meetings.

Q3. What digital safety workshops are offered for students with school-issued devices at PS 83?

Ans. We run “Cyber-Safe” workshops that educate students on online privacy and respectful digital communication, and how to avoid internet-based scams on a daily basis.

Q4. How does PS 83 highlight character traits such as “Integrity” and “Courage” every month on campus?

Ans. At our monthly school-wide leadership assembly, we recognize a “Scholar of Character” for making positive choices in his/her interactions with others and being kind.

Q5. Can parents attend PS 83 “Parent University” sessions to learn how to support student academic growth?

Ans. Please join us for our monthly meetings where parents can learn effective techniques for how to support homework and growth mindset together at home.