Public School 18
Mr. Joseph Witazek, Principal
43 Bertha Street, Albany, NY 12209
(click here for directions)
Ph: (518) 462-7238
Fax: (518) 462-7252
e-mail: jwitazek@albany.k12.ny.us
Educational
Program
Curriculum
Public School 18 teachers follow the
standard school curriculum recommended by the New York
State (NYS) Education Department. Each instructional
area has been formulated with certain NYS curriculum
objectives as guidelines. Our daily studies cover
reading, spelling, English, and writing as part of our
English Language Arts (ELA) program. Other subjects
include math, social studies, and science/health.
Homework
Homework assignments are part of your
child's education. Homework is assigned at the
discretion of your child's teacher. Cooperation between
parent and teacher is encouraged, and parents should
check with their child's teacher regarding homework
routines. Parents who show an interest in the quality of
their child's work will encourage their child to not
only take pride in their work but also to be responsible
for getting assignments in one time. A quiet place to
work and a regularly scheduled time for homework is also
helpful in developing good work habits.
Character education
School 18 has established many
initiatives to promote positive student behavior and
build strong character. Each month we select and
highlight a specific character trait for students to
focus on and the trait is reinforced through daily
announcements and celebrated at the end of each month at
a character education assembly.
Our Rising
Stars program is designed to introduce each child to the
students and staff and promote a strong sense of
community. An attendance trophy is awarded quarterly to
the classroom with the best attendance record. Once a
week, one student from each class who has exhibited
excellent behavior and perfect attendance will be
selected as Kids for Character. And each month, each
class selects a Student of the Month who, along with our
Rising Stars, are recognized at the monthly assemblies.
Students of the Month also attend the monthly breakfast
celebration sponsored by the PTA.
