PS/IS 268Q Administration

Wilburn C. Smith, Principal

   

Principal Smith  

Welcome back to another exciting school year!! 

 I am honored to have the privilege to be a part of an exhilarating learning community here at P.S/I.S. 268 Q!   As we embark on another exciting school year, I want to extend a warm welcome back to each and every one of you!  This year holds endless possibilities for growth, learning, and collaboration.  We have a dedicated team ready to support you, and I encourage everyone to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.  Remember, every day is a chance to inspire and be inspired.  Let’s make this year one filled with curiosity, creativity, and community spirit. I’m excited to see all the amazing things we will accomplish together!

Here’s to a fantastic school year!

Sincerely,

Wilburn C. Smith

 

 

  

  

 

  

 

Melody J. Davis, Assistant Principal

 
 Melody Davis, Assistant Principal
Melody J. Davis is an experienced educator and leader with over 20 years of service in the New York City public school system.  She currently serves as Assistant Principal at P.S./I.S. 268Q in Jamaica, NY, where she is committed to fostering academic excellence and a nurturing environment for students.  In her role, Ms. Davis, leads the Attendance Team, co-leads the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT), develops and delivers professional development sessions, and leads teacher teams in data-driven student learning inquiries.  She has a strong focus on literacy, culturally responsive teaching, and closing achievement gaps.  AP Davis prioritizes stakeholder engagement, academic assessment, professional development, and family involvement. She strives to address chronic absenteeism, expand family engagement, and implement academic interventions by emphasizing collaboration, critical thinking, and communication to support students and staff.
Before becoming Assistant Principal, Ms. Davis served as a Peer Collaborative Teacher and 8th grade ELA teacher at P.S./I.S. 268Q, where she mentored teachers, supported curriculum development and developed the ELA Regents course for 8th grade students. Her leadership journey also includes serving as Interim Acting Assistant Principal at M.S. 267K and as a Field Effectiveness Manager/Coach at New York City Teaching Fellows. She holds an Advanced Certificate in Educational Leadership from Stony Brook University and a Master of Science in Education from Hunter College.  In addition to her professional accomplishments, Melody is an avid runner and yoga enthusiast, having completed half marathons in 33 states and several full marathons, including the New York City Marathon twice! She views educating children much like training for a marathon, requiring patience, perseverance, and a clear vision of the end goal.  Melody is passionate about building strong relationships within the school community and is dedicated to working collaboratively with families, staff, and students to achieve shared goals for the future.