Principal Melessa Avery
A Message from Our Principal, Ms. Melessa Avery ✨
Dear P.S. 273 Families,
Welcome to a brand-new school year at Wortman Elementary! 🎉 I am filled with excitement as we begin this journey together. Each new year brings fresh opportunities—for learning, for growth, and for building strong connections with our families and community.
At P.S. 273, we believe every child has a bright future waiting to unfold. This year, we are committed to providing a nurturing and challenging environment where all students can thrive. Together—with your partnership, dedication, and encouragement—we will empower our scholars to dream big and reach their fullest potential.
I am honored to serve as your principal and to work alongside such talented educators, wonderful families, and, most importantly, our amazing students. Let’s make this year one filled with discovery, joy, and success. 💛
Here’s to an incredible year ahead!
With great excitement,
Ms. Melessa Avery
Principal, P.S. 273
School Supply List
3K Supply List
Pre-K Supply List
We are so excited to welcome you and your little one to the P.S. 273 family! 💛 This is the beginning of a joyful learning adventure filled with discovery, play, and growth.
Pre-K Supply List
Pre-K Supply List
In Pre-K, every day is a chance to explore—whether it’s building with blocks, painting masterpieces, singing songs, or making new friends. Your child will laugh, learn, and shine in ways that will amaze you! 🌟
Grade Level Supply List
Grade Level Supply List
- Kindergarten
- 1st Grade
- 2nd Grade
- 3rd Grade
- 4th Grade
- 5th Grade
New Cell Phone Policy
Governor Hochul Highlights Distraction-Free Schools With Frankie Focus
WATCH: Principal Avery's Cell Phone ban explainer HERE !
Governor Hochul: “Well, one thing that's going to be a little different for you, too, is that this is the first time that you'll not have cell phones in your possession during the school day. Now we're doing this because we want to make sure that you can keep learning and in a distraction-free environment … You are going to be smarter because you'll be paying attention more in school. Your teachers will have a better experience teaching you and making connections with you.”
Hochul: “I've got a friend here, one of my best friends who I want you to get to know. Frankie Focus, he's introduced here today for the very first time. He doesn't say a lot, he's kind of quiet … But he is very focused on learning in school, focused on the teachers, focused on making friends.”
September 4, 2025 - Brooklyn, NY - Governor Kathy Hochul highlights distraction-free schools.
(Photo Credit: Susan Watts/Office of Governor Kathy Hochul)
P.S. 273 Announces Cell Phone Policy
Notice
Notice
Contacting Your Child: If you need to reach your child during the day: • Email our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Torres-Perez, at JTorresperez@schools.nyc.gov. • You will receive a confirmation reply: “received.” • Call her NYCPS cellphone at (929) 790-2611 • If you’re unable to reach her, please call the school’s main office at (718) 649-5740
Parents may read Chancellors Regulations A314 for further information: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/docs/default-source/default-document-library/a-413-english.pdf
We appreciate your support in creating a school environment where all students can focus and thrive. Let us know if you have any questions or need clarification.
Student Doors
Picking up or dropping off
Each grade has a designated meeting area to help ensure a safe and organized arrival and dismissal process.
Uniforms
Want to learn more about student uniforms, dress expectations, and how we show school spirit?
Visit our Student Uniform & Spirit Wear page for full details on what students should wear each day and how they can participate in special dress-down and school spirit days.”
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Registration 2025-2026
🍂 Fall Registration Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 12 Noon
Location: Main Office, P.S. 273
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District 19 Back-2-School Block Party 9.6.24
