If you would like to show your support, you are welcome to purchase a Walkathon T-shirt. Wearing the shirt on the day of the event helps build school spirit and demonstrates unity for this important cause.
If you are interested in purchasing a shirt, please use the link below:
https://www.customink.com/fundraising/wjps-joanna-sophia-foundation
You can view the 2025-2026 School Calendar on the DOE Website.
Please visit the New York City Public Schools Website for information about free and low cost internet options.
The winter season coincides with an increase in viruses and other illnesses within school communities.
Please see the NYC Public School's website for Health Guidance and Resources for Families
Please complete the Family Income Inquiry Form online to help make sure WJPS receives full funding. You can update your form is there a change in your family's circumstances.
Please see the latest message regarding school attendance in case of poor weather.
Complete list of messages for families from the NYC Department of Education
Doors Open for Breakfast & Arrival: 7:30 am
Period 1: 8:05 am - 8:51 am
Period 2: 8:53 am - 9:40 am
Period 3: 9:42 am - 10:28 am
Period 4: 10:30 am - 11:16 am (Middle School Lunch)
Period 5: 11:18 am - 12:04 pm
Period 6: 12:06 pm - 12:52 pm
Period 7: 12:54 pm - 1:39 pm (High School Lunch)
Period 8: 1:41 pm - 2:25 pm
The World Journalism Preparatory School prepares students to thrive in a rapidly changing world by fostering lifelong learning, ethical storytelling, critical thinking, and effective communication through its journalism program. Our mission is to develop global citizens who lead with empathy, curiosity and integrity, and use their voice to create positive change in their communities and worldwide.
At World Journalism Preparatory School, we envision graduates who are thoughtful problem solvers, lifelong learners, true collaborators and responsible citizens of a global society. Our students will think critically, communicate effectively, and engage with media and information ethically to contribute positively to the world.
Congratulations to Mr. Lai and his students! World Journalism Preparatory School (WJPS) has earned the College Board AP® Computer Science Female Diversity Award for achieving high female representation in AP Computer Science Principles. Schools honored with the AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award have expanded girls’ access in AP computer science courses.
