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Hispanic Heritage Month
STEM
Baseball
Volleyball
Fun in Math
VR in Math!
Hispanic Heritage Month
We are so proud of our Chess team and their performance at the Chess Nationals in Texas.
Mr. Mason and Mr. Sharpe enjoying our Fall Festival
Cooking Club
Afterschool Cooking Club
Big swing by one of our Seniors!
Wrestling time!
Wrestling Tournament at MS 582
Hispanic Heritage Month
Girls Softball
Boys Baseball
Black History Month Celebration
Library
Girls Softball

Girls Softball

Coach Fiola leading the way for our Flag Football boys.
Afterschool Podcast Club
We support!
Black History Celebration
Hispanic Heritage Month
Coach Fiola hyping up our flag football boys
Math
Cooking Club
Black History Month Celebration
One of our Seniors at work!
Face painting at our annual Fall Festival

Face painting at our annual Fall Festival

Afterschool Cooking Club
Our of our students takes some time to study for her next chess match at Chess Nationals
Flag Football
Girls Softball
Black History Month Celebration
Ms Jeffcoat helping students
Drone
8th grade boys drawing up a play
Hispanic Heritage Month
Math
Hispanic Heritage Month.
Cooking Club
Math
Flag football Team photo!

Flag Football 

Afterschool Cooking Club
Hispanic Heritage Month
Cooking Club
STEM
Baseball
Some of our amazing Chess Team!
Our students fully enjoying our brand new Drone Club!
Black History Celebration
STEM
Principal Merced with a selfie alongside our Baseball Boys
Black History Month Celebration
Hispanic Heritage Month
Afterschool Cooking Club
Some of our Social Studies debate champs!
Hispanic Heritage Month
Morning arrival!
Library
Hispanic Heritage Month
Debate champs!
Girls Softball
Hispanic Heritage Month
Baseball
Cooking Club
Baseball
Afterschool Cooking Club
Coach Haley and Coach Mazurek with our Soccer team!
Girls Softball
Black History Month Celebration
Math
Black History Month Celebration
Girls Softball
Videography
Hispanic Heritage Month
Great stance from one of our Seniors
Afterschool podcast
Meeting an Author
Our girls Volleyball Team had the chance to visit a college Volleyball game!
We are so proud of our Wrestling Team!
STEM
STEM
The always joyful ELA teacher Ms. Bailey
Hispanic Heritage Month
Parents showing support
St John's University mascot having fun with our Volleyball girls.You love to see it.
Baseball
Drone
Black History Month Celebration
Fall festival

Fall Festival '25

Drone Championship
Videography
Our very talented Volleyball Team!
Library
Hispanic Heritage Month
Black History Month Celebration
Brooklyn Champions!

Brooklyn Baseball Champions!

Congratulations to our baseball team on capping off an amazing season by earning the title of Brooklyn Champions. We are so proud of them.
Brooklyn Champions!

Brooklyn Softball Champions!

Congratulations to our girls softball team on winning the Brooklyn championship. We are so proud of you ladies!
Bulldog Podcast

The Bulldog Podcast!

The MS 582 Bulldog Podcast features middle school students unpacking current events, discussing their academic/social experiences and conversations with educators who give their best effort daily.

Click the link to listen to all podcast episodes.

About Us

M.S. 582, The Magnet School for Multimedia Technology and Urban Planning, located in East Williamsburg, New York, serves students from grades 6 to 8. Our educational philosophy is grounded in the concepts of experience, exposure, and discovery, and we are dedicated to creating opportunities for our students to engage in these areas meaningfully.
 
We offer a variety of educational settings to meet the diverse needs of our students, including general education, Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT), and self-contained classrooms. Our Special Education Teacher Support Services (SETSS) program provides both in-class support and pull-out services, ensuring that all students receive the individualized attention they need to succeed. Additionally, we have in-house service providers for speech, physical therapy (PT), and occupational therapy (OT), as well as comprehensive counseling services to support students' academic, social, and emotional development.
 
Beyond our robust core curriculum, M.S. 582 offers specialized programs in technology, hydroponics, music, and art, where students can develop their skills through hands-on learning and creative projects. Our state-of-the-art fabrication lab, equipped with advanced tools like 3-D printers, engravers, and laser cutters, allows students to bring their innovative ideas to life, learning practical applications of design and engineering concepts. Additionally, our eighth-grade students can challenge themselves with advanced level Regents courses including Algebra I, Living Environment, and U.S. History, earning high school credits and gaining exposure to rigorous academic standards. These opportunities help students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for college and career readiness.
 
Our extracurricular activities are designed to foster diverse interests and skills, featuring options such as chess, cooking, crochet, debate, fabrication, library, student government, robotics, and yoga. These programs take place as lunch clubs and after-school programs, providing students with numerous opportunities to explore their passions and develop new talents. By offering such a wide range of activities, we are committed to educating the whole child, ensuring that each student has the chance to grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
 
In addition, we provide a comprehensive seasonal sports program, which includes baseball, basketball, cheerleading, flag football, soccer, softball, track, volleyball, and wrestling. Our sports programs emphasize the importance of being a student-athlete, balancing academic achievement with physical development. These competitive, high-engagement activities foster team and community building, helping students develop leadership skills, resilience, and a sense of camaraderie. Through participation in these programs, students learn the value of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance, all while staying active and healthy.
 
M.S. 582 values community engagement and partnership, collaborating with both School Settlement and Grand Street Settlement. School Settlement supports our five-day afterschool program, enriching student experiences beyond the classroom. Grand Street Settlement provides resources such as dedicated school counselors, family support services, and assistance in social and emotional learning. These partnerships ensure comprehensive support for our students and their families, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment.
 
Students choose M.S. 582 because we offer a unique blend of rigorous academics, innovative programs, and extensive extracurricular activities, all within a supportive community framework. Our commitment to experiential learning, coupled with our state-of-the-art facilities and strong community partnerships, prepares students for success in high school and beyond. Join us at M.S. 582, where education is an adventure in experience, exposure, and discovery.
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Mission Statement

M.S. 582’s mission is to embed project-based learning and technology use into educational opportunities that support student achievement. Our pedagogical approach emphasizes vocabulary development, writing skills, and targeted academic interventions. Through an interdisciplinary, coherent curriculum, our students will engage in a hands-on, theme-based approach to learning, fostering deep, meaningful discourse and critical thinking. By integrating technology and project-based methods, we aim to create an environment where students actively participate in their education and build skills that are essential for academic success and future careers.
  • Magnet School
  • Community School Grand Street Settlement
  • After School Programs 5 Days a week
  • 12 Sports Teams
  • Robinhood Library
  • Maker Space Fab Lab
  • Hydroponics
  • Chess & Debate
Honor Roll
8th graders pose with one of their favorite teachers
Soccer
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Trip to Governor's Island!
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Hispanic Heritage
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Soccer
Soccer
Track team at a Meet.
Soccer
Honor Roll
Science is fun
Dance Competition
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Debate Champ
Another day in class
Dance Team with their fun instructors
Honor Roll
6th grade trip to Governor's Island!
Our wonderful Dance Team at one of their competitions.
Track Team is ready. Rain or shine!
Football
Soccer
Soccer
Football
All smiles in class today!
Honor Roll
Science is fun!
Debate champ
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Science