Our mission is to open every door possible for our students. With a commitment to student-centered education, our vision is to provide a nurturing, creative, and challenging academic program that meets the unique needs of all students. Our dedication to maintaining small class sizes enables personal relationships and allows teachers and advisors to make meaningful connections with every student, fostering a culture of safety, support, and belonging.
At NY.ICE we develop independent thinkers through collaborative work, authentic problem-solving and inquiry-based projects. Students take risks, test theories, and learn from their hands-on experiences.
Upon graduation, we expect NY.ICE students to be a force in the world, ready to thrive in the academic, creative, social, and intellectual journeys that await them in college and beyond.
Parent Teacher Conferences is on Wednesday, November 28th 5pm - 8pm and on Friday, November 30th 1:30pm - 4:30pm in the 2nd floor cafeteria.
We use an online appointment sign up to schedule conferences with your current teachers all on a first come first serve basis.
Additional information and instructions for sign up will be available within the next few weeks.
The PTA meeting is on Wednesday, November 14th at 6:00pm in Room 518.
I.C.E parents please join us for a discussion with Josh and Carolyn & HS Parents for an insight into I.C.E. high school.
Josh Torpey, ICE 8G Spanish, 12G History Teacher and ICE Senior Internship Coordinator: Find out about the Senior Internship program and how you can help.
Carolyn Cohen, ICE College Advisor will discuss: The college process at ICE
HS Parents discuss ICE high school with 8th grade parents
The SLT Meeting is Wednesday, November 14th at 5:15pm
SLT meetings are open to all I.C.E. families
Picture Day for the Senior Class & Retakes – Friday, November 16th, 8:00am - 12:00pm
Picture Day Volunteers (7 volunteers needed from 8:00am – 12:00pm)
ICE Beautification & Repairs
Beautification Volunteer
Folks (one with a truck/other for extra muscle power) to drive together and pick up 2-person sofa in Park Slope and drive to ICE and install in Pete’s office. During school hours or right before school starts.
Wine Tasting Fundraiser – Friday, December 7th, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Wine Tasting Day of Volunteer (5 Volunteers to setup & clean up )
Wine Tasting Food Donation (Cheese and charcuterie boards, finger foods, etc.)
For a full list with detailed descriptions of opportunities visit our website to view the "Parent Life" tab or click Volunteer Opportunities now.
Who is John Pettinato and what did he establish in 1993? Trivia buff extraordinaire, Rich B, stated it best:
"John is a Social Worker/Teacher who started the Institute for Collaborative Education for children who had a hard time fitting in and developing in "regular" public schools. Loosely modeled after Alexander Neill at Summerhill but without the self-governing. He was the principal for about 20 years."
Thanks to the vision, drive and fearlessness of John Pettinato, we have I.C.E., the splendid NYC public school that educates our kids regardless of politics, scandal, and fiscal restraints. Though the school has undergone many changes since its inception, it still bucks the trends that would make it "regular".
If you haven't already made your Family Contribution reach for your checkbook and donate.
Matching Contribution - Does your company offer corporate matching? If so, you may be able to double (or even triple) your contributions to I.C.E.! If you donate to the Family Contribution Drive, these donations are eligible for matching programs. You can also check with your HR department.
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Family Contributions Support: Smaller Class Size
Inquiry Based Curriculum
Award Winning Bands & Debate
Neuroscience
Model UN
and more
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