Upcoming Events
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Virtual conferences. Details to be shared from individual teachers with parents.
Half day of school for students. Dismissal at 11:20am.
Columbia Basketball Game
P.S. 165 @ Columbia Women’s Basketball!
Let’s celebrate Women’s History Month together and cheer on the Lions. Our PTA secured an exclusive ticket discount for P.S. 165 families - $7 tickets!
Saturday, March 7 @ 2:00 PM
Levien Gym (W. 120th & Broadway)
Grab your seat: https://shorturl.at/vVUSr
Civics Week
Throughout the week students participate in activities to learn about civics.
Movie Afternoon
Lights, popcorn, action! Join us for Movie Afternoon — a cozy school community event supported by our afterschool programming. Kids will enjoy watching Moana together in the auditorium from 2:45–5:00 PM, with time before and after for getting settled and wrapping up.
All students are welcome! Children attending YANY or YMCA will be attending with their afterschool program. Children not in YANY or YMCA, ,including those in Pre-K and younger siblings, are welcome and need to be accompanied by an adult.
We need your help!
Join your child to watch Moana and help out with snacks and minimal clean up. Your support will help make this a smooth, safe, and enjoyable afternoon for all our young movie-goers.
March Open Classroom (K-5)
For grades K-5, join your child in their classroom for a special activity.
Bring your ID for the sign-in process to begin after drop off.
Spring Scholastic Book Fair
2026 Spring Scholastic Book Fair
Wed Mar 18, 2026 – Wed Mar 25, 2026
Our favorite book fair is back! Students will attend the fair with their teacher and class.
Additionally, the book fair will be open during STEM night on March 26th for students to shop with their parents.
Total sales from our fall fair: $18,751! All purchases at the fair directly support literacy at our school by providing books for other students, our classrooms, and our school library. In the fall, we were able to give $2,150 worth of free Books to students, $2,920 worth of books to teachers, and in total gave away $5,679 worth of book to our community.
Help Kids Shop for Books
We’re looking for volunteers to help make the Spring Scholastic Book Fair a success! Opportunities include assisting with setup and decorations, helping students and families browse and purchase books, managing checkout as a cashier, restocking and organizing books, and helping with cleanup after the fair. Whether you can give an hour or more, your support will help foster a love of reading while raising funds for our school. Sign up today to join the fun!
Free Vision Screening
The New York Vision Program of Helen Keller International will be visiting P.S. 165. All students are able to have a free vision screening at school. Parents can opt-out by notifying the school.
Eligible students can receive a free pair of eye glasses and/or a referral for a more comprehensive eye exam.
Questions? Please contact our Parent Coordinator or complete the paperwork that was sent home in backpacks.
Lion's Head Tavern Meet Up
Join us for a parents night out supporting our PTA
Where: Lion’s Head Tavern, 995 Amsterdam Avenue at 109th (near school!)
When: March 24th, 8:00-10:00 PM
Why: A fun night out with fellow P.S. 165 parents, plus Lion’s Head is donating $2 from every drink purchase back to our PTA!
This is the perfect chance to connect with other families, relax, and support our school - all while enjoying a night out. Bring friends or partners, the more, the merrier!
👉 When you order at the bar, be sure to mention you’re with the P.S. 165 PTA so all your drinks count toward the donation.
STEM Night
This afternoon is a hands-on learning experience for the students! Planned by our Student Leaders in the Lighthouse Program, this fun-filled event celebrates the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and math through interactive activities, engaging experiments, and collaborative challenges designed for students and families alike.
Special Performance by the Columbia University Lion Dance Team! Just a few weeks after Lunar New Year, we’re pleased to have the Lion Dance Team joining us for STEM night! The Lion Dance Team celebrates Chinese culture through the traditional art of lion dance.
After the performance, students will have a chance to learn from the Columbia team about the mechanics and engineering of the lion dance costumes.
All students are welcome! Children attending YANY or YMCA will attend with their afterschool program. Children not in YANY or YMCA, including those in Pre-K and younger siblings, are welcome and need to be accompanied by an adult.
Our March Scholastic Book Fair will be open during STEM night for shopping with your kids!
Join us at the event
We’re looking for enthusiastic parent volunteers to help make this event a success! From assisting with activity stations to welcoming families, there are many ways to get involved. No STEM experience? No problem! All you need is a willingness to support and inspire our young learners.
March Open Classroom (Pre-K)
For Pre-K parents and guardians: join your child in their classroom for a special activity.
Bring your ID for the sign-in process to begin after drop off.
Chipotle Dinner Fundraiser
Do good with Chipotle!
The PTA has partnered with Chipotle to raise funds for P.S. 165!
When: March 31st from 4-8 PM
Where: Chipotle at 110th and Broadway (2843 Broadway)
How: Show the digital flyer on your phone or use the promo code from the flyer for pickup orders. Flyer to come!
Chipotle will donate 25% of all sales from our community back to our PTA. It's an easy and delicious way to support PS165, so grab your family and friends and we'll see you there!
April PTA Meeting and Town Hall (Pre K)
Join us at the school after drop off for our April PTA meeting and Town Hall to hear from your PTA and school administration.
This hybrid meeting will be held virtually and in-person. The meeting link will be emailed from the school administration several days before the 24th.
Lion's Head Tavern Meet Up
Join us for a parents night out supporting our PTA
Where: Lion’s Head Tavern, 995 Amsterdam Avenue at 109th (near school!)
When: May 5th, 8:00-10:00 PM
Why: A fun night out with fellow P.S. 165 parents, plus Lion’s Head is donating $2 from every drink purchase back to our PTA!
This is the perfect chance to connect with other families, relax, and support our school - all while enjoying a night out. Bring friends or partners, the more, the merrier!
👉 When you order at the bar, be sure to mention you’re with the P.S. 165 PTA so all your drinks count toward the donation.
Parent-Teacher Workshop
This is an evening virtual meeting between your class and your teacher. Your teacher will update the parents/caregivers on classwork and looking ahead. Exact time to be determined by the school and sent via email.
YANY: Rhythms Rising Performances
YANY’s Rhythms Rising
3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
More information to be shared by YANY to enrolled families.
This is combined event featuring the Mon/Wed cohort.
YANY: Youth Tapestry
YANY’s Youth Tapestry
3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
More information to be shared by YANY to enrolled families.
This is combined event featuring YANY's Youth Tapestry with Tues/Thurs participants
May PTA Meeting and Town Hall
Join us at the school after drop off for our May PTA meeting and Town Hall to hear from your PTA and school administration.
This hybrid meeting will be held virtually and in-person. The meeting link will be emailed from the school administration before the 22nd.
YANY Events
Junior Chefs Challenge #2: 3-4 pm
Ballet Hispanico Student Performance: 4-5 pm
YANY Last Day
The final day of the spring semester of YANY is 05/28/2026.
What is Young Audiences New York (YANY)?
YANY is a free onsite after school program for students K-5 which provides arts-focused programming for our children. Its mission is to use art, in all of its forms, as a catalyst for exploring creativity and advancing equity among youth, families, and communities in New York City. More information about YANY can be found on their web site.
Questions? Email our P.S.165 Community School Director: tlewis@yany.org
Field Day
Students participate in an annual Field Day with their class!
Get ready for one of the most exciting days of the year! P.S. 165 is looking for energetic and enthusiastic volunteers to help make our Field Day a huge success. Whether you can assist with games, supervise activities, hand out snacks, or cheer on our students, your support makes all the difference. Sign up today and be part of a day full of fun, laughter, and school spirit! Rain Date: 6/3/26
**NOTE: If you have signed up to be a chaperone for a specific class you cannot also volunteer for a station, as you would need to stay at your station for your shift.
June PTA Meeting and Town Hall
Join us at the school after drop off for our June PTA meeting and Town Hall to hear from your PTA and school administration.
This hybrid meeting will be held virtually and in-person. The meeting link will be emailed from the school administration several days before the 18th.
February PTA Meeting and Town Hall (1st Grade)
Join us at the school after drop off for our February PTA meeting and Town Hall to hear from your PTA and school administration.
This hybrid meeting will be held virtually and in-person. The meeting link will be emailed from the school administration several days before the 13th.
Panda Express Dinner Fundraiser
Grab dinner and support our PTA!
Location: Broadway at 111th
10:30AM -10:00PM
Panda Express will donate 20% of sales!
February Open Classroom
Parents and guardians are welcomed into their child’s classroom for a special activity. Bring your ID for the sign-in process to begin after drop off.
Lion's Head Tavern Meet Up
Join us for a parents night out supporting our PTA
Where: Lion’s Head Tavern, 995 Amsterdam Avenue at 109th (near school!)
When: Tuesday, Feb 3rd, 8:30-10:00 PM
Why: A fun night out with fellow P.S. 165 parents, plus Lion’s Head is donating $2 from every drink purchase back to our PTA!
This is the perfect chance to connect with other families, relax, and support our school - all while enjoying a night out. Bring friends or partners, the more, the merrier!
👉 When you order at the bar, be sure to mention you’re with the P.S. 165 PTA so all your drinks count toward the donation.
Family Literacy Day at the Library
📚✨ P.S. 165 Family Literacy Day at the Library ✨📚
Join the P.S. 165 PTA and the Morningside Heights Library (NYPL) for a fun and engaging Family Literacy Day on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 2:00–4:00 PM!
This special afternoon celebrates reading, languages, and community with activities for the whole family!
4 parent volunteers needed to help with set up and supervision of games.
YANY Junior Chef Challenge
This is for participants in YANY's cooking club on Wednesday & Thursday. Parents and other students are invited to be part of the experience as audience members to cheer as well as see YANY’s cooking club first-hand.
Just Salad Fundraiser Dinner
Grab dinner and support our PTA! Just Salad Donation Day
Location: Broadway between 110th/111th
10:30AM -9:30PM close
Just Salad will donate 30% of sales with mention of the fundraiser or printed/electronic flyer in store only
YANY Presents
YANY Presents "A Week of Reviews"
Monday 01/26/2026 to Thursday 01/29/2026. See the full schedule below.
Parents of students enrolled in YANY are invited to watch their children perform and showcase their work from the fall semester.
What is Young Audiences New York (YANY)?
YANY is a free onsite after school program for students K-5 which provides arts-focused programming for our children. Its mission is to use art, in all of its forms, as a catalyst for exploring creativity and advancing equity among youth, families, and communities in New York City. More information about YANY can be found on their web site.
Questions? Email our P.S.165 Community School Director: tlewis@yany.org
January PTA Meeting and Town Hall (2nd Grade)
Join us at the school after drop off for our January PTA meeting and Town Hall to hear from your PTA and school administration.
The meeting will be virtual and in-person. The meeting link will be emailed from the school several days prior to the 23rd.
Picture Day (Make Up)
📸 Missed Fall Picture Day? This is the make up day for students who still need their school photo.
Missed picture day or want to do a do-over? Fill out this form by January 22nd to get your child's picture retaken. If you have any questions please email the Parent Coordinator at parentcoordinator@robertesimon.org.
Literacy Night
Literacy Night at P.S. 165 is an exciting event designed to foster a love of reading and writing among students and families.
Students who attend YMCA or YANY will be escorted to the event by staff members. Students who do not attend afterschool on Thursdays are welcome to join the event with a parent. Pre-K students are also welcome to attend with a parent.
Special author guests: Grace McCaffrey and Dan-ah Kim
Volunteers play a crucial role in making the evening a success by supporting activities, engaging with families, and ensuring the event runs smoothly.
Holiday Concert 1st & 2nd Grades
Join your child in the auditorium for a special holiday concert!
Exact time to be sent from the school.
December 19th features 1st and 2nd grades.
Holiday Concert 3rd-5th grades
Join your child in the auditorium for a special holiday concert!
Exact time to be sent from the school.
December 18th features 3rd-5th grades.
Holiday Concert: Pre K and Kindergarten
Join your child in the auditorium for a special holiday concert!
Exact time to be sent from the school.
December 17th features Pre-K and Kindergarten classes.
Raising Cane's Fundraiser
Support our PTA by eating at Raising Cane’s on December 16th!
Online and in-person orders accepted with 15% of purchase going to our PTA.
Location: 2850 Broadway between 110th & 111th
December Town Hall (3rd Grade) and PTA Meeting
Join us at the school after drop off for our December PTA meeting and Town Hall to hear from your PTA and school administration.
This hybrid meeting will be held virtually and in-person. The meeting link will be emailed from the school administration several days before the 12th.
Five Below Fundraiser
Shop at five below at 805 Columbus (at 100th Street) between December 7-13th and they’ll donate 10% of proceeds to our PTA!
Please show the flyer at the register.
WinterFest
All are welcome for a fun and casual afternoon together on the 6th! From 1–4 PM, families can enjoy cookie decorating, a festive photo booth, a race car track, cityscape mural decorating, classic board games, shop the Scholastic Book Fair, and so much more.
Featuring a special performance by three YANY groups from 3:30-4pm:
African Drumming & Dance
Musical Theater
Music - Small Percussion Instruments
We need your help!
We need volunteers to keep the fun flowing! Sign up to greet guests at the entry table, serve snacks, help at craft stations, assist at the Book Fair, or support one of our exciting activity areas. Whether you can give an hour or the whole afternoon, your help will make WinterFest a warm and welcoming celebration for all.
Choose a shift (or two!) below and be part of the team that brings the magic of WinterFest to life. Sign up here!
Lion's Head Tavern Meet Up
Join us for a parents night out supporting our PTA
Where: Lion’s Head Tavern, 995 Amsterdam Avenue at 109th (near school!)
When: Tuesday, Dec. 2nd, 8:00-10:00 PM
Why: A fun night out with fellow P.S. 165 parents, plus Lion’s Head is donating $2 from every drink purchase back to our PTA!
This is the perfect chance to connect with other families, relax, and support our school - all while enjoying a night out. Bring friends or partners, the more, the merrier!
👉 When you order at the bar, be sure to mention you’re with the P.S. 165 PTA so all your drinks count toward the donation.
Giving Tuesday
Your PTA at work
Thanks to generous parent support, the PTA funds programs and events that make our school vibrant and connected:
Active play with Soccer Super Stars recess coaches
Teacher support: classroom supplies and enrichment
Beloved community traditions
Scholastic Fall Book Fair
Students have the opportunity to shop for Scholastic books during the fall book fair! Students will attend with their teacher and class.
Additionally, the book fair will be open during WinterFest on December 6th for students to shop with their parents.
All purchases at the fair directly support literacy at our school by providing books for other students, our classrooms, and our school library.
Come Volunteer!
We’re looking for volunteers to help make the Scholastic Book Fair a success! Opportunities include assisting with setup and decorations, helping students and families browse and purchase books, managing checkout as a cashier, restocking and organizing books, and helping with cleanup after the fair. Whether you can give an hour or more, your support will help foster a love of reading while raising funds for our school. Sign up today to join the fun! Sign up here.
Thanksgiving Holiday
School closed in observance of Thanksgiving on November 27th and 28th.
November Town Hall (4th Grade) and PTA Meeting
Join us at the school after drop off for our November PTA meeting and Town Hall to hear from your PTA and school administration.
Features 4th grade at the Town Hall.
This hybrid meeting will be held virtually and in-person. The meeting link will be emailed from the school administration several days before the 21st.
Shake Shack Fundraiser
Support our PTA by eating at Shake Shack on November 19th!
Online and in-person orders accepted with 25% of purchase going to our PTA.
Lion's Head Tavern Meet Up
Join us for a parents night out supporting our PTA
Where: Lion’s Head Tavern, 995 Amsterdam Avenue at 109th (near school!)
When: Tuesday, October 7th, 8:00-10:00 PM
Why: A fun night out with fellow P.S. 165 parents, plus Lion’s Head is donating $2 from every drink purchase back to our PTA!
This is the perfect chance to connect with other families, relax, and support our school - all while enjoying a night out. Bring friends or partners, the more, the merrier!
👉 When you order at the bar, be sure to mention you’re with the P.S.165 PTA so all your drinks count toward the donation.