P.S. 5 Calendar
Parent Communication
P.S. 5 Bus Schedule
Bus Schedule
PS 5 Bus Stop List 2025-2026.pdf
NYC SCHOOLS BUS APP - SCAN QR CODE BELOW
In an effort to provide peace of mind and convenience to those families whose students use school buses to get to and from school, NYCPS created the NYC School Bus App, an innovation that makes school transportation smoother, safer, and easier for our families.
This app, designed in partnership with Via, allows families to track their child’s school bus as it travels to and from school. What does this look like? Let’s say you’re waiting at your child’s bus stop, and it’s 10 minutes past the time they usually arrive. Instead of wondering where they are, you can simply check the app for their real-time location.
Families with students in grades K-12 who take our yellow bus service can sign up with a few easy steps:
First, scan the QR code below. Then, make sure you have activated your NYC Schools Account (NYCSA). You’ll also need your student’s nine-digit OSIS ID number on hand. After, download the NYC School Bus App from your device’s mobile application store. Use your NYCSA information to log in and select the child whose route you’d like to track.
Please note: if your child's route does not display on the app, it means their bus driver has not yet signed up. So far, about 75% of our bus drivers have enrolled in this program, and we are working to reach full participation in the coming weeks.
Links for Parent Resources
- Summer Rising
- How To Access Google Classroom
- Free Meal Centers
- TeachHub - for students
- My Schools (NYCSA) - for parents
- DOE Student Accounts Information- Parents Can Reset Student's Passwords Here
- Office of Pupil Transportation
- Family DOE Involvement
- NYCSA Account Set Up Guide for Parents
- Family Access through NYCSA walkthrough
- Student Access through TeachHub walkthrough
- Parent's Bill of Rights
- Kindergarten Enrollment
NYCDOE Information
Upcoming Theme Days at a Glance
UAU Links and Forms
District 31 Events
P.S. 5’s School Charter- one of the pillars of RULER
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P.S. 5’s School Charter
P.S. 5 Digital Parent Handbook
Ms. Cusumano's Messages
Dear PS 5 Families,
As we wrap up another successful school year, I want to take a moment to thank you for your support as I transitioned into the role of principal this year. I feel incredibly lucky to have taken on this role in a school that I have spent my career—a place that truly feels like home. It has been an honor to continue serving this community in a new capacity, and I am so grateful for your partnership every step of the way.
We ended the school year on a high note with a variety of joyful celebrations and events that highlighted our students’ talents, growth, and accomplishments. From choral and ballroom dancing shows to theater arts productions for each grade, to exciting field trips and our Flag Day celebration—there was no shortage of memorable moments. Our kindergarten students stole the show with the most adorable stepping up ceremonies, and we proudly celebrated our fifth graders with a beautiful graduation ceremony and a fun-filled senior week. These experiences created lasting memories for students, staff, and families alike.
At the close of this year, I was also fortunate to appoint Mrs. Alessi as our new assistant principal. Her passion for education, dedication to students, and collaborative spirit make her an incredible addition to our leadership team. I look forward to all she will bring to our school in the years ahead.
I would also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to our amazing PTA. Their dedication, support, and generosity helped make so many of these events and experiences possible. From organizing activities and volunteering time, to supporting and enhancing our school community, their efforts make a real difference, and we are truly grateful. I encourage all parents to support the PTA and volunteer in any way they can—no amount of help is too small, and every bit of involvement strengthens our school.
Looking ahead, I’m excited to share that we are continuing to prepare for our upcoming building expansion, which will bring even more opportunities for our students to learn and grow. Over the summer, I will be sending out important updates, including new arrival and dismissal procedures to ensure a smooth and safe start to the next school year. Please be on the lookout for these communications.
I also want to recognize the incredible work of our teachers and students as we transitioned to the HMH Into Reading program. I’m so proud of how our staff embraced this change with professionalism and dedication, and how our students adapted with excitement and resilience. All our K-2 teachers and ELA teachers completed training in the Orton-Gillingham approach and explicit instruction, further strengthening our commitment to high-quality literacy education. As a principal, I can confidently say that our students and families—and I—are incredibly lucky to have such dedicated, passionate teachers guiding and supporting our children each day.
Thank you again for your continued support and involvement in your child’s education. I hope your summer is filled with rest, joy, and special memories with loved ones. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in September for another fantastic year.
Sincerely,
Tonianne Cusumano
