P.S. 18 John Peter Zenger School educational programs are being used with the goal of encouraging the growth and development of every student’s personal interests and capabilities. As listeners and readers, students will analyze experiences, ideas, information, and issues presented by others using a variety of established criteria. The School is actively working with all children to provide a foundation for students to reach their maximum potential through comprehensive, exact standards to opportunities to allow children to be independent thinkers, problem solvers, and responsible citizens. Above the usual basic educational classes such as math, science, social studies, English, and physical education, students also benefit from such classes as computer lab and various other programs.