About
Mission Statement
At P.S. 194M Countee Cullen Academy, scholars’ will be empowered to have choice in how they learn and voice in what they learn. We will provide innovative, individualized instruction that addresses scholars’ unique learning styles, cultivate independent thought, promote the building of character and enable students to contribute their ideas locally and globally. The P.S. 194M Countee Cullen Academy experience will guide our scholars as they develop their sense of identity and purpose in this world. We will comprehensively develop citizens who will be decision makers in tomorrow’s society. The P.S. 194M Countee Cullen Academy scholars will inspire greatness in others, allow their voices to be heard worldwide and create change through their actions and endeavors. By giving our scholars a choice in how they learn and a voice in what they learn, we are building the foundation for critical thinkers that is needed in the best colleges and in the 21st century workplace.
Credo
“We believe we can do all things and become anything we dream. We are responsible for ourselves and our actions. We have compassion for others and we will create a better world. If we believe and work hard, we will achieve.”
Perseverance- We work hard; we learn from our mistakes; we win big; we are tough
Optimism- We see promise and possibility in all that we do; we see into the future
Wisdom- We learn from experience; we are clever; we are innovative
Excellence-We do everything to the best of our ability; we take pride in our work & actions
Responsibility- We own our successes and our mistakes; we are respectful of ourselves and others; we take care of one another and our space