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River East
Elementary

A small PK3-5th Grade school in East Harlem where every student is known, valued, and inspired.

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Welcome Letters & Supply Lists

Find your child's grade below to download the welcome letter and supply list for the new school year.

Small Community,
Big Impact

Located in the heart of East Harlem, River East Elementary (PS 37) serves students from Pre-K through 5th grade. Our intimate environment ensures that every child receives personalized attention.

We're proud of our students' achievements, with double-digit gains on state exams and a curriculum that balances academic rigor with social-emotional learning.

Students learning

Our Core Values

PK3-5th
Grade Levels
8:20 AM
School Starts
2:40 PM
Dismissal
6:00 PM
After School

Academic Excellence

Double-digit gains on ELA and Math State exams demonstrate our commitment to student success.

Community First

A small, tight-knit school community where every student is known, valued, and supported.

Dedicated Staff

Experienced educators and support staff committed to nurturing every child's potential.

Upcoming Events

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Sep
3

Virtual Parent Orientation

Sep
9

In-Person Open House

Sep
10

First Day of School

Sep
14

Beacon After-School Program Begins

Sep
30

In-Person Curriculum Night

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People to Know

Michael Panetta

Principal

mpanetta@schools.nyc.gov

Ayo Mendez-Torres

Assistant Principal

amendeztorres@schools.nyc.gov

Raquel Rosas

Parent Coordinator

raquelrosas92@gmail.com

Maura Kyne

Guidance Counselor

msmaura@rivereastelementary.org

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