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About Us

Welcome to our school! We believe that parent participation is key to student success; our new website is designed to provide parents with all the information they need to be active participants in their student’s education. You will find that the site works just as well on mobile devices as it does on a desktop so you can find information on the go.
Students at class of 2026 graduation

Our Mission

Myra S. Barnes Intermediate School 24 is dedicated to the belief that all students can meet high standards of excellence.
 
The school will provide a positive and supportive environment for all students, staff and parents. This will emphasize the school and commitment in ensuring the children's cognitive, creative, and social growth.
 
All our students will develop academic and social skills and responsibilities which will enable them to become productive and law-abiding citizens of the community. "All students" refers to both special and general education students.

Our Vision

Our school aims to prepare students to excel academically and socially as they prepare to enter ninth grade. I.S. 24 strives to provide a safe and caring environment rooted in teamwork, community and school spirit to allow our students to achieve their goals. 

Latest News

7th Grade NJHS Families

A few reminders as we prepare for our National Junior Honor Society Induction Ceremony:
Date: Thursday, October 15th
Location: School Auditorium
Time: 4:30 PM SHARP

Backpack Technology in Our Schools Fall 2026 Family Letter

At New York City Public Schools (NYCPS), our top priority is the safety and wellbeing of our students. We think carefully about how technology is used in our schools to make sure students are protected and that their focus is always on learning.

We’re reaching out with updates and reminders about how technology will be used in and out of your child’s classroom this year, so you know what to expect.

Lost and Found

missing items
Please be advised that our Lost & Found is overflowing, pictures of some of the items are attached.  Please have your child check for lost items during their lunch period.

School App Group Chat

We are very happy that the grade chats in our school app are getting tons of engagement.  Going forward, we would like to provide some guidance as to their proper use.  The group chats are only meant for general questions about the school and about any events taking place in the school, and for parents to communicate with each other.

8th Grade Basketball Tryouts

8th Grade Girls Basketball Tryouts
Please be advised Basketball tryouts will be as follows:

Girls 8th Grade: October 14th 2:20PM

Boys 8th Grade October 8th 2:20PM
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Student of the Month
Student at Breast Cancer Walk
Dance Team
Student at Walk
Graduation Color Guard
Students at community Service
Students doing community service
student at community service walk
student at community service walk

Welcome to Our School!

Please be aware that family vacations should be planned to coincide with the school calendar. If you are extending your weekend or vacation, for example attending sports tournaments, please be mindful that teachers are planning lessons on a daily basis for students in attendance.
Pride of Great Kills
Students at class of 2026 graduation
Students at class of 2026 graduation
Class of 2024
Students at class of 2026 graduation
Students at class of 2026 graduation