About Us

About US

At the Wade Academies, we strive to bring together the ideas and commitment of a diverse community of students, teachers, staff, administration, and families. MS 117 serves approximately 420 students in grades 6-8, in general education, bilingual education, special education, and integrated team-teaching classes.



Courses Offered

The following courses are offered Joseph H. Wade Academies:

  • Core Subjects: English Language Arts (ELA), Math, Social Studies, and Science

  • Additional Courses for our Bilingual Students:  

Home Language Arts (HLA), English as a New Language (ENL),

  • Elective Courses/ during and after school: Technology, Dance, Physical Education, Robotics, School Newspaper, Magazine, Sports Clubs, Test Preparation

  • Regents Math (Integrated Algebra) and Regents Science (Living Environment)

  • SHAST for students interested in applying to Specialized High Schools