Whitestone / New York / United States
Public School 79 is an elementary school located in Flushing, N.Y. Its special areas of instruction include music, art, drama and dance. The school also encourages the advancement in mathematical thinking and technology. Its balanced literacy approach includes written and oral knowledge of all elements and genres of literature. Public School 79 features more than 50 classrooms and a computer laboratory. It is spread across an area of over 99,000 square feet and has an enrollment of nearly 850 students in prekindergarten through grade five. The school also offers conflict resolution programs and serves afternoon meals. Public School 79 additionally operates a parent-teacher association that conducts various fundraisers and cultural activities.
