P.S. 12 Lewis and Clark School is a traditional school concerned with the early adolescent. It provides a bridge from the child-oriented elementary school to the subject-oriented high school. It is a place where children learn how to learn, a time for exploration in many areas, an opportunity for students to expand their horizons. The school applies common philosophies set forth by the school community which is to provide students a sound environment for educational excellence that will develop the skills, attitudes, knowledge and values to become contributing members of society. New York educators encourage individual excellence by students of all ages so that they may gain a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and work.
