PS 178 SAINT CLAIR MCKELWAY

P.S. 178 Saint Clair McKelway, located at 2163 Dean Street in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, serves as a neighborhood elementary school dedicated to providing a foundational education for students in prekindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. The school is named in honor of St. Clair McKelway, a prominent late-19th-century journalist and former editor of the *Brooklyn Daily Eagle*, reflecting a long-standing presence within the local community.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population, focusing on core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, often complemented by arts and enrichment programming. P.S. 178 places a significant emphasis on creating an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and personal responsibility. By maintaining close partnerships with families and local community organizations, the school strives to ensure that students receive the resources and guidance necessary to succeed both inside and outside the classroom as they prepare for middle school and beyond.