999 South Avenue, 14620
(585) 461-3280
Principal: Michele Liguori-Alampi
Parent Liaisons: Michelle Garcia-Daniels
PTA President: Vicki Robertson

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At James P.B. Duffy School No. 12, we focus on educating the whole child by promoting academic excellence, positive character development, and strong social-emotional skills.  We hold high expectations for all students and recognize multiculturalism as a major strength.
Our school may appear big on the outside, but inside we create small learning environments for students through our cluster design. Our talented staff, dedicated parents and community volunteers work together to create a safe, inclusive learning environment that provides a strong foundation for lifelong learning. 
Our modern facility features outstanding visual arts displays and a warm, welcoming environment. Students and staff engage in quality teaching and learning, including the use of laptop labs and interactive learning activities that meet students’ individual needs. 
 

• AN EMPHASIS ON ACADEMICS

            A School in Good Standing with the New York State Department of Education
Success For All (SFA) Reading program uses on-going assessment to accelerate student achievement; students are regrouped every 8 weeks
High expectations and rigorous instruction
Major Achievement Program (MAP) for grades 4 - 6
Spanish/English Dual Language program (HOLA) for grades K - 6
Strong Start Kindergarten early intervention program - a partnership with the University of Rochester, funded by the United Way
 

• FOCUS ON THE WHOLE CHILD

Clear school-wide procedures and policies for a safe learning environment
Alternatives to Suspension Program to help students make positive choices
Students take leadership roles and enhance our climate though extracurricular activities including the Frederick Douglass Club and our basketball team, the Mighty Ducks
Character Development and Anti-Bullying campaigns
Major Achievement Program (MAP) for grades 4 - 6
Spanish/English Dual Language enrichment program (HOLA) for grades K - 6
Realizing Others Outstanding Talents (ROOTS) program to help students see and value their potential
Weekly KinderMovement program helps develop kindergarten students’ gross motor skills
Society for the Protection and Care of Children (SPCC) After School Program

• A PLACE TO CELEBRATE THE ARTS

            Primary Choir for grades 1-2
            Intermediate Choir for grades 4-6
Bell Choir
ORFF ensemble
Band
Strong visual arts program
Annual Arts/Music Festival held in January
Federal Music Arts School - integrated in the classrooms
           

• STRONG PARENTAL AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

            Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
            School Based Planning Team (SBPT)
Literacy Volunteers Reading Program
South Wedge community connections and support
Wraparound before and after-school care is available through Rochester Children’s Nursery
            Connected to South Ave. Recreation and Highland Branch Public library

• COMMITMENT TO HEALTHY LIVING

            Green School
            School/Community garden done in partnership with the South Avenue Recreation Center
            School Health Index and Healthy Kids initiatives
Weekly KinderMovement program helps develop kindergarten students ’ gross motor skills
            Commitment to physical education and fitness