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PS 527, the East Side School for Social Action, is a neighborhood-zoned school that prioritizes creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration to foster leadership and global citizenship among its students. Embracing diversity, the school emphasizes individualized learning experiences and the holistic development of each child, including their social-emotional growth. Since its opening in September 2012, PS 527 has implemented a social action process that encourages students to explore their surroundings, engage with global issues, and develop solutions through research and community sharing. The school is committed to preparing students with essential 21st-century academic and social-emotional skills for their future success. Generated from the website

For 150 years, the Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services has been empowering New Yorkers through innovative, high-quality mental health, housing, and social services. With compassion and expertise guiding our work, we serve over 35,000 people of all ages and backgrounds across the five boroughs of New York City.