Polska Szkoła im. Marii Konopnickiej

About the school

Polska Szkoła im. Marii Konopnickiej was founded in September 1920 by a group of Polish activists in the Greenpoint neighborhood. Initially, classes were held at the Polish National Home on Driggs Avenue. In 1957, the school was moved to Ericsson Junior High School, and since the 1960/61 school year, education has taken place in the buildings of St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish at 12 Newell Street.

Curriculum

The school offers classes in Polish language, history, geography, and singing. Students prepare for the LOTE exam. Classes are held on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and are intended for children aged 4 to 16 years.

Events and Activities

The school program includes academies and entertainment events such as children's balls, visits from St. Nicholas, meetings with interesting people from Poland and America, and Christmas performances at the church. Students participate in various competitions organized in Poland and the USA.

History

The school has been managed by many individuals, including Jan Rudziński, who integrated it into the Polish American Congress, contributing to the development of fruitful cooperation for the Polish community.