Welcome to P.S. 26Q
The Rufus King School is a vibrant 3-K through Grade 5 community in Fresh Meadows, Queens, where our motto guides everything we do: Children First Always. Go Cougars! 🐾
📣 Latest Updates
School Calendar 2026–27
Key dates for the NYC public-school year. Dates most relevant to our families are the Elementary parent-teacher conferences. Use the filters to focus on what you need.
📌 Calendar Notes
Resources
Helpful tools and links for families — from our school and the NYC Department of Education.
From P.S. 26Q
NYC DOE Quick Links
📌 Announcements
Meetings & Conferences
Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTC), workshops, and family meetings. Our elementary conference dates for 2026–27:
| Date | Conference | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wed, Sept 30, 2026 | Evening PTC (Elementary) | Evening session |
| Thu, Nov 5, 2026 | Afternoon & Evening PTC (Elementary) | Early dismissal |
| Wed, Mar 3, 2027 | Afternoon & Evening PTC (Elementary) | Early dismissal |
| Wed, May 26, 2027 | Evening PTC (Elementary) | Evening session |
Upcoming Meetings & Workshops
Events
Upcoming celebrations and activities at P.S. 26Q.
Communication
How to reach our team. For class-specific questions, please contact your child’s teacher through their classroom communication tool; for everything else, our main office and parent coordinator are here to help.
📞 718-464-4505
📠 Fax 718-464-4644
📍 195-02 69th Avenue, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
Mrs. Christine Marziliano
✉️ CMarziliano@schools.nyc.gov
Your first stop for questions, enrollment, and family support.
School Leadership & Staff
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Mr. Andrew Pecorella | Principal |
| Mrs. Kate Herfield | Assistant Principal |
| Mrs. Andrea Peltz | Assistant Principal |
| Mrs. Christine Marziliano | Parent Coordinator |
| Ms. Shariza Mohammed-Ali | PTA President |
| Anthony Inzerillo | Superintendent, District 26 |
| Cristina Abukoush | Science (Cluster) |
| George Balaskas | Technology (Cluster) |
| Kristin Gelardi · Georgia Patrizi | Physical Education (Cluster) |
| Marcella Grancaric | Music (Cluster) |
| Shirley Tam | Literacy Through the Arts (Cluster) |
📌 Notes
Celebration 🎉
Highlights of student achievement and the things that make our Cougar community special.
Go Cougars! 🐾
Our students earn Cougar Cash for living the Cougar Code — being safe, responsible, respectful, and caring. This is where we celebrate the achievements, kindness, and Cougar pride that make P.S. 26Q shine.
P.S. 26Q PTA
Our Parent-Teacher Association partners with the school to support students, fund programs, and build community. Everyone is welcome!
Meeting dates and ways to get involved are posted here each month. Check Updates and the Calendar for the next general meeting.
PTA News
School Food
Breakfast and lunch are served daily and are free for all NYC students. Menus and nutrition information are available through NYC School Food.
Menu Updates
School Forms & Devices
Digital and printable forms, plus device and technology resources for families.
Posted Forms & Notices
Community Partnerships
Local partners, after-school programs, and community resources that support our students and families.
Partner Spotlights
School Guidance
Our guidance and student-support team helps every child feel safe, known, and supported. Reach out any time — we partner with families whenever a student needs academic, social, or emotional support.
For counseling and support services, contact the main office at 718-464-4505 or our Parent Coordinator, Mrs. Marziliano.