The Center School is a small, diverse, close-knit middle school community, where “it’s ok to go outside the line.” It was recently named by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 20 public middle schools in all of New York State. Though academic achievement is high, our well-rounded 250 students are actually more encouraged to be creative, innovative, inclusive, and kind. The vast majority of our families are residents of the Upper West Side.

Center School has been an outstanding experience for our children. We want to help our principal and teachers continue their excellent work, and your support can help make that possible. Public school students depend on extra resources achieved through PTA fundraising efforts, and our main source of revenue is the Annual Auction. 

The Auction this year will be held in the spring of 2024, and funds collected will directly support student learning, for example, with the hiring of a computer teacher, the purchase of much-needed technology in the classrooms, and the continuation of enrichment programs including theater arts and field trips. Donations from our extended community – businesses like yours – enable the enhancement of our children’s education.