P.S. 83

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Activities & Clubs

School events, celebrations, music and theater, and student clubs — the many ways P.S. 83 students learn, create, and build community together all year long.

At P.S. 83 Luis Muñoz Rivera, learning extends well beyond the classroom. Through assemblies, field trips, performances, and clubs, our students build strong relationships, explore their interests, and develop a real sense of belonging. We celebrate the diverse cultures of our community — including the vibrant heritage of El Barrio — and give every child a chance to shine.

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School events & celebrations

We celebrate our diverse community through exciting events throughout the year. These events help students build strong relationships and a sense of belonging.

Kindness Week

Students take part in activities that promote empathy, respect, and a positive school culture.

Cultural celebrations

We honor the many cultures of our school community, including the vibrant heritage of El Barrio.

Spirit days

Schoolwide spirit days bring students and staff together around a shared sense of pride.

Field trips

Trips beyond our walls give students new places to explore, learn, and make memories.

A safe and inclusive community

Public School 83, in alignment with the NYC Department of Education, is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

We strive to ensure all students are free from harassment, intimidation, bullying, and discrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, citizenship or immigration status, religion, creed, national origin, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or weight.

Kindness Week

During Kindness Week, students fill our hallways with their own words about empathy, respect, and caring for one another.

Kindness Chains
Paper chains with words of kindness, hung up along the hallway.
Kindness Tree
A tree with words of kindness written in hearts on its branches.
Kindness Posters
Student-made posters celebrating respect, kindness, and caring for one another — in English and Spanish.

Celebrating El Barrio

Public School 83 proudly reflects a rich diversity of cultures. Located in the heart of Spanish Harlem — also known as El Barrio — our school community celebrates this vibrant heritage every day.

During Hispanic Heritage celebrations, our students share their cultures through their own work, including projects created by our 3rd grade.

A few of the moments our community looks forward to each year

Celebration

Hispanic Heritage

Celebrating the cultures of El Barrio, with student work from 3rd grade.

Performance

Holiday Show

A schoolwide celebration of the season.

Field Trip

Randall's Island Field Trip

Students explore and learn beyond the classroom.

Field Trip

Genius Gems Field Trip

A hands-on trip that extends learning out into the city.

Music & theater

Music and theater programs that build skill, discipline, and confidence on stage.

Grades K–2

Young Concert Artists

Students in Kindergarten to Grade 2 receive violin and recorder instruction through Young Concert Artists, building music skills, discipline, and confidence.

Grade 5

Rosie's Theater Kids

Students in Grade 5 engage in a semester with Rosie's Theater Kids, developing acting skills and confidence.

All Grades

Drama Club

We host an in-house Drama Club drawing students from both campus schools, culminating in a full end-of-year production.

Clubs

Beyond the classroom, our clubs give students room to write, sing, create, run, and grow.

Chorus Program

Students sing under the direction of Ms. Guzman, performing at most school-wide events and shows. Our chorus is proudly featured each year at the annual District 4 Performing Arts Gala at El Museo de Barrio!

Visual Art Club

Our in-house Visual Arts Club, led by Mr. Jackson, inspires students to explore creative techniques and express their ideas through art.

Arts Pathways

Arts Pathways connects our students to creative programming across the school day, building on the music and visual art that make P.S. 83 a place where every child can find their voice.

Girls on the Run NYC

Girls on the Run NYC brings its nationally recognized program to P.S. 83, combining running with lessons that help girls build confidence, character, and connection.

Watch & explore

Tune in to our students at work and learn more about the programs they take part in.

Come see us

Visit P.S. 83 and feel the community our students build together all year long.

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