Michaelah Valentine
Where did you grow up and what was your first language?
I was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey. My first language is English.
What from your hometown do you wish you could find in New York City?
When I was younger, I loved attending the annual carnival, festival, or circus that came in town. I eagerly waited for the day I could play games to win the biggest stuffed animals, wear some funky circus light up gear, and eat zeppoles and funnel cake with my friends and family. I still look forward to all of those things even now because they bring me back to when I was a child growing up and remind me of home.
Where did you go to college?
I attended Rutgers University where I earned my B.A. in Social Work and Africana Studies. I am currently pursuing my Masters in Education at Relay Graduate School of Education.
What was your favorite book in middle school?
My favorite book in middle school was The Face on the Milk Carton by Caroline B. Cooney.
What is the best part of teaching at Hamilton Grange?
The best part of teaching at HG is having the wonderful opportunity of getting to know my students and building relationships with them during Advisory and Club. I enjoy these moments because they allow both the students and teachers to understand that we are both not only teachable, but, we are both people. When I was in middle school often times the only thing I knew about my teachers is that they were teachers and maybe if they had a pet. It was like solving a mystery to know that they had a life outside of teaching. Club and Advisory not only add a unique way for students to learn more about one another, but for staff and students to build sustainable relationships while learning.
What is your favorite thing to do when you are not teaching?
I love exploring different places like museums and restaurants with my family and close friends. I also enjoy doing hair.
What is your favorite quote?
"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Romans 12:2 NKJV
Michaelah Valentine
Where did you grow up and what was your first language?
I was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey. My first language is English.
What from your hometown do you wish you could find in New York City?
When I was younger, I loved attending the annual carnival, festival, or circus that came in town. I eagerly waited for the day I could play games to win the biggest stuffed animals, wear some funky circus light up gear, and eat zeppoles and funnel cake with my friends and family. I still look forward to all of those things even now because they bring me back to when I was a child growing up and remind me of home.
Where did you go to college?
I attended Rutgers University where I earned my B.A. in Social Work and Africana Studies. I am currently pursuing my Masters in Education at Relay Graduate School of Education.
What was your favorite book in middle school?
My favorite book in middle school was The Face on the Milk Carton by Caroline B. Cooney.
What is the best part of teaching at Hamilton Grange?
The best part of teaching at HG is having the wonderful opportunity of getting to know my students and building relationships with them during Advisory and Club. I enjoy these moments because they allow both the students and teachers to understand that we are both not only teachable, but, we are both people. When I was in middle school often times the only thing I knew about my teachers is that they were teachers and maybe if they had a pet. It was like solving a mystery to know that they had a life outside of teaching. Club and Advisory not only add a unique way for students to learn more about one another, but for staff and students to build sustainable relationships while learning.
What is your favorite thing to do when you are not teaching?
I love exploring different places like museums and restaurants with my family and close friends. I also enjoy doing hair.
What is your favorite quote?
"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Romans 12:2 NKJV
School Tours for Prospective Students and Their Families
Please find the dates and times of our scheduled tours below. Should you not be able to make any of these dates, please contact us at info@theHamiltonGrangeSchool.org or (212) 775-9610 to schedule a tour.
The middle school application should open in fall/winter 2023 and necessitates a MySchools.nyc account. You will receive a welcome letter in the mail which includes their unique MySchools account creation code in the near future.
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When you're logged in to your account, you can use MySchools to explore schools and favorite programs of interest; when the application opens, you’ll also use MySchools to apply.
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Need help setting up your account? Watch How to Create or Access a MySchools Account, a video tutorial that walks you through the process.
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Need more assistance and/or a copy of your welcome letter?
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Talk to your child’s current public school counselor. They will be your main point of contact through the admissions process. Your child’s public school can provide a copy of your welcome letter and help you set up your MySchools account.
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If your child attends a private or parochial school, you can contact a Family Welcome Center to request a welcome letter.
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PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK BACK REGULARLY FOR TOUR DATES, OR SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER TO RECEIVE ALERTS OF ALL UPDATES.
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Virtual Tours for Students:
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Please encourage your child's elementary school to schedule a school tour with us during the school day! If you are unable, click on the self-guided tour above.
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In-Person Tours for 5th Grade Students:
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- October 16, 2023 @ 9:15 a.m.: Muscota Elementary School
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- October 24, 2023 @ 9:00 a.m.: Castle Bridge Elementary School
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- October 25, 2023 @ 9:30 a.m.: Dos Puentes Elementary School
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- October 26, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m.: PS 178
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- October 27, 2023 @ 9:00 a.m.: PS 192 Jacob H. Schiff Elementary
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- October 27, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m.: PS 98 Shorac Kappock Elementary
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- November 8, 2023 @ 9:00 a.m.: PS 153 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Elementary
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- November 9, 2023 @ 9:00 a.m.: PS 28 Wright Brothers Elementary
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- November 10, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m.: PS 128
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- November 16, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m.: PS 4 Duke Ellington: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS DATE HAS CHANGED FROM THE ORIGINAL
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- November 15, 2023 @ 3:15 p.m.: All Community Members Welcome
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Middle School Fairs Where HGMS Will Present:
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- October 26, 2023 @ 8:45 a.m. --- PS 5 Ellen Lurie on Dyckman and 10th Avenue
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- November 14, 2023 @ 9:30 a.m. --- PS 128 on 169th St and Broadway
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