High School for Law and Public Service crestHigh School forLaw & Public Service
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Our school

Rooted in the Heights.
Ready for what’s next.

A public high school for grades 9–12, bringing academic challenge, student voice, and community together in Washington Heights.

The George Washington educational campus

Meet Principal Paula Lev.

Get to know the school through the people who lead, teach, and learn here. Our school film brings their voices and everyday experiences into focus.

Principal Paula Lev

Our shared commitment: PACTS.

Participation

Learning is active, and every voice matters.

Academic achievement

Build knowledge through a challenging, student-centered curriculum.

Community

Respect, cultural diversity, and belonging shape school life.

Teamwork

Students, educators, and families learn and work together.

Service

Learning reaches beyond the classroom into our community.

Know the basics.

Where are we?

549 Audubon Avenue, New York, NY 10040. HSLPS shares the George Washington campus with other schools.

What can students explore?

Law, business and marketing, Advanced Placement study, media, clubs, athletics, and college and career planning.

Explore learning

How can families connect?

Start with our Parent Coordinator, family meetings, and the resources gathered on our Families page.

Find family support

Questions are welcome.

Our Parent Coordinator can help you find the right person, resource, or next step.

Parent Coordinator · Extension 4303

School information and resource links
HSLPS MissionNYCPS School Directory
Website concept prepared by DOF NYC · School review edition.
High School for Law & Public Service · A film by DOF NYC
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