To apply for the 2021/2022 school year - complete and return the attached forms to nada.arkadan@heartshare.org or leave paper copy in the lobby with the security guard. You can also pick up paper forms in the lobby starting today.
The application will be open through 8/13/21. HeartShare will hold a lottery for seats on 8/19/21 and notify families directly afterwards.
Translations available at schools.nyc.gov/messagesforfamilies
June 18, 2021
Dear Families,
We made it!
Despite a pandemic that turned our lives upside down, we are at the finish line of this school year. I want to take
this moment to honor and celebrate all that our families and students have accomplished during
this difficult year and a half. We are ending this school year strong because of you. Because you and your
children made education a priority.
There is a quote from my favorite author, Maya Angelou, which speaks to the strength and resilience of the
human spirit. In an essay in her 2009 book Letter to My Daughter, Angelou wrote: “You may not control all the
events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.”
This sentiment, of rising in the face of adversity, describes our amazing students and families, who persisted
despite untold challenges. Together, you:
Adapted to learning from home, and in some cases returning to buildings after months away.
Stayed focused on schoolwork.
Learned a new way of connecting with family members and friends.
Made the most of every single day, whether studying remotely or coming to school with masks on.
You also raised your voices when you saw terrible acts of violence towards your neighbors and made it clear
that you would not tolerate anti-Black violence, anti-Semitism, anti-Asian violence, Islamophobia, xenophobia,
homophobia, or any acts of bias or discrimination that cause harm every day. You have stood in solidarity with
your communities—because that’s what New Yorkers do.
In that same spirit of solidarity, I want to call your attention to an important date, June 19,
which commemorates Juneteenth and the end of slavery in the United States. As an educator, I believe that it’s
critical to teach our students about the ongoing legacy of slavery in both the context of Black history and
American history at large. And now Juneteenth will enter the history books for another reason: this week,
President Biden signed legislation making June 19 a federal holiday. This year, Juneteenth occurs as we
continue to reckon with systemic racism, and the harm and hurt it causes our neighbors, fellow New Yorkers,
and fellow Americans. I think about the ways the COVID-19 pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on
people of color. I think about our nation’s first true reckoning with the Tulsa Massacre, 100 years later. And I
think about all the work we must do to create equity in all our schools.
If you want to learn more about Juneteenth and its significance to New Yorkers and Black Americans,
please visit schools.nyc.gov/Juneteenth to watch our video and find resources for learning and thinking about
this important day.
As your Chancellor, it’s my job to ensure that our one million students learn to think critically and have the
skills to succeed in a world we adults cannot even imagine. Honestly, I am awed by you. You and
your children taught us so much this year—from how to use your voice to create change to how to stay strong
when times get tough. How to adapt to the things we cannot control, and how to follow Maya Angelou’s lead
and not be reduced by them.
Although I have been in this role for less than four months, I am certain of one thing: Together, there is nothing
we cannot achieve. If we made it through the last year and a half, we will be ready to rock in September.
In advance of in-person learning for all students this fall, I encourage everyone ages 12 and older to get
vaccinated for COVID-19! It’s the best way to keep our communities and city safe. You can make an
appointment for yourself and your child by visiting vaccinefinder.nyc.gov.
Being an educator for more than 20 years, I also cannot help but close with an assignment (don’t worry, there
won’t be a test). I want you and your children to celebrate all that you have achieved this year. I hope you
spend a lot of time together, hug often, have new experiences, find reasons to laugh. And recharge your
batteries.
We made it this far together, and I cannot wait to see what we do this fall.
In partnership,
Meisha Porter
New York City Schools Chancellor
P.S. A quick reminder that all students in grades K–12 are eligible to participate in Summer Rising, our free,
fun summer academic and enrichment program. To learn more and to sign up, please
visit nyc.gov/summerrising
June 2021
Dear PS 102 Parents and Families,
Here is some information regarding loaned devices:
School Based-Devices (asset tag starting with DOE-AP or DOE- LN)
Who should return the school based devices?
School-owned devices that were loaned to students should be returned by any student changing schools within the DOE or leaving the DOE for any reason. This includes students going from elementary to middle school. These devices have an asset tag sticker on the back of the device that starts with AP or LN. Note: All laptops are considered school-based devices.
Who can hold on to the devices?
Students who will remain at PS 102 may hold onto school-based devices for the summer. Students may use the device for Summer Rising, summer school programming and other enrichment opportunities.
Centrally Loaned Devices (devices that were distributed by the DOE for remote/blended learning- asset tag on the back starts with COV- R2CV-. ACB-)
Who should return the devices?
Students leaving the DOE - because of discharge/separation from a DOE school or program - need to return their centrally-loaned iPads so that the schools can redistribute the devices to current students. These devices have an asset tag on the back starting with DOE-COV-, R2CV-, and ACB-.
Who can hold on to the devices?
All other students, even those returning to the DOE but at a different school, keep the DOE-issued internet-enabled iPad devices over the summer to encourage and enable them to participate in Summer Rising, summer school programming and other enrichment opportunities. Students in grade 5 who will enter a DOE middle school in the fall should keep their devices over the summer and bring them to the school they are attending for grade 6.
When can the devices be returned?
Beginning on June 17, devices can be returned any day from Monday-Friday from 8:15am-9:15am or 1:15pm-2:15pm in the PS 102 lobby. Please be sure to bring the device in its case and the charger (charging brick and cord).
If you are unable to return the device during these times, please contact Margaret Sheri at MElliotSheri@schools.nyc.gov to schedule an appointment.
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I'm delighted to share the next issue of our family update; English and translated versions of the update are available at schools.nyc.gov/messagesforfamilies. Also, English is attached.
Week of May 24, 2021
Contents:
• COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Ages 12 and Older
• Chancellor Family Engagement Forums
• Update on Regents Exams
• Halal Meal Expansion
• School Survey Reminder
COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Ages 12 and Older
We are excited to share that all New Yorkers age 12 and older are now eligible to
receive the COVID-19 vaccine. If you have a child who is at least 12 years old, the
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene strongly encourages you to make a
vaccination appointment for them as soon as possible by visiting
vaccinefinder.nyc.gov. You can also call 877-VAX-4-NYC (877-829-4692) for help
making an appointment at a City-run vaccination site. Many sites now have walk-in
appointments.
Vaccination is the most important step you can take to protect you and your family from
COVID-19. It is especially important for those with an underlying health condition that
increases the risk of severe COVID-19 illness, such as asthma, obesity, or diabetes.
The same is true for people who live with someone 65 or older or with an underlying
health condition that increases the risk of severe COVID-19 illness. Vaccination is free
and available regardless of immigration status.
In the U.S., the Pfizer vaccine is currently the only vaccine authorized by the Food and
Drug Administration for children ages 12 to 17. The Pfizer vaccine has been shown to
be very safe and effective at protecting people from severe COVID-19 illness,
hospitalization, and death. Your child cannot get COVID-19 from the vaccine.
To find a site offering the Pfizer vaccine, make an appointment, or locate a walk-in
site, visit vaccinefinder.nyc.gov. You can also check with your
child’s healthcare provider to see if they are offering the Pfizer vaccine.
For answers to frequently asked questions, visit nyc.gov/vaccinefacts.
NYC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION - 2 -
Chancellor Family Engagement Forums
Chancellor Meisha Porter has launched a five-borough family engagement tour to hear
directly from school communities about their top priorities for next school
year. These virtual forums are an opportunity for families, teachers, school
administrators, and staff to provide Department of Education leadership with their
thoughts on the types of resources and support they need as we move towards a full
reopening in September.
The remaining three forums will be held from 6:30–8:00 p.m. on these dates:
Queens—Thursday, May 27
Brooklyn—Monday, June 7
Bronx—Wednesday, June 9
How to register:
Families can register for the forums at learndoe.org/chancellor. When
you register, you will be asked if you want to ask a question or provide a comment
during the event about topics, including health and safety, special education, fall 2021
school reopening, social-emotional learning, and more.
Each forum will be recorded and posted at learndoe.org/chancellor so you may access
them at any time. Interpretation services will be available at every forum.
Update on Regents Exams
We want to remind families of high school students that the New York State
Regents exams will be administered in person from June 17–24 for English Language
Arts, Living Environment, Physical Setting/Earth Science, and Algebra I. All other
subject exams have been cancelled for June, as well as all August Regents exams.
Due to these cancellations, certain students are eligible for Regents exam waivers,
including for the four exams still being offered in June. Your child’s school will contact
you to share information about the waivers and determine your interest
in having your child participate in the Regents exams. Students receiving fully remote
instruction are not expected to come to school to take the Regents; however, if they
would like to participate, they may attend the in-person administration.
Halal Meal Expansion
We are pleased to announce that an additional 11 schools are being certified to
serve halal take-out meals, for a total of 43 schools citywide. The additional schools
serve students and members of the public in Spanish Harlem, Harlem, Jamaica,
Jackson Heights, and Soundview. A full list of schools serving halal meals is available
at schools.nyc.gov/FreeMeals.
This expansion reflects the DOE’s commitment to respecting the religious identity of all
students and to ensuring that children can eat consistent with their dietary needs. All
the menus were reviewed by a panel of imams. Each school offering the halal
options was inspected and certified by imams, and kitchen staff were trained to prepare
food in compliance with halal rules.
This initiative was launched in partnership with the New York City Council to provide
meals in the schools and neighborhoods with high demand for halal meals.
School Survey Reminder
The 15th annual NYC School Survey is underway! We encourage all families
and teachers in grades 3K through 12, and students in grades 6–
12 to visit nycschoolsurvey.org by June 11 to share your thoughts on your
school experience this year. Make your voice heard to help make your school a better
place to learn!
May 24, 2021
Dear Families,
First, thank you. I know the past year has required resiliency, determination, flexibility, and sacrifices from all of
us, and from you in particular. You have taken on new roles that many of you never imagined you’d have to take
on, and have balanced so much while coping with losses and the many life challenges that COVID-19 brought
to us over the past year.
As we close out this school year, I am looking forward to the opportunity that lies before us to reimagine what
school is and means for your children. We know that we have to welcome our students back to a warm,
welcoming, and affirming learning environment that challenges them academically while lifting them up when
they need support.
As our schools work hard on re-imagining how we educate our children, I am excited to share with you our reopening
plans for fall 2021. Based on available health indicators, we will return to full-time, in-person learning
this September. This means that all students in grades 3-K through 12 will be learning in-person this fall.
All teachers and staff will also be returning to in-person instruction this fall. We are very grateful for the
dedication of all our principals, teachers and school staff and recognize the hard work they have done during this
challenging year, and we’re excited for your children to re-connect with their beloved teachers and school staff, in
addition to their peers, this fall.
As we prepare for your children, as well as teachers and staff, to return to schools, we will continue our
commitment to prioritize health and safety first. With a current rolling 7-day COVID positivity rate of 0.16% and
a consistently low transmission rate, our schools have a proven track record of being safe. We will meet whatever
the CDC social distancing requirements are in September, and we expect that the city’s continuously improving
health metrics may allow for more flexibility by the fall. Finally, in our commitment to keep health and safety a
top priority, we plan to adhere to the many health and safety measures we had in place this past school year,
including the following:
Masks will continue to be a requirement in all of our school buildings
Individuals with COVID-19 symptoms will continue to be required to stay at home
Students, teachers and staff will continue to complete the daily health screener at home
Every school building will continue to have a nurse
Every classroom will have working ventilation systems
On-site COVID-19 testing will continue in school buildings as recommended by the latest health
guidance
The Situation Room will continue to support schools with next steps if there are positive cases
We know that many of our students have not attended school in-person since March of 2020, and that returning
to school in-person this fall will be an adjustment. We promise to do everything we can to welcome your children
back and provide the supports needed to ensure a positive homecoming. We’ve already made investments to hire
more teachers and social workers, and will have academic and social-emotional learning programs available to
support our students. Here are some ways that we are supporting with the transition now, and we encourage you
and your children to participate:
Chancellor’s Borough-Wide Family Forums: I am hosting borough-wide family town halls to hear more from
you about this fall, and how we can use our resources to ensure a positive homecoming for your children and
provide an enriching and challenging academic experience that integrates social-emotional learning. To learn
more and register, please visit us here:
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/get-involved/families/familyempowerment/chancellor-porter-s-family-forums
School Open Houses: Starting in June and throughout the summer, every school will host open houses for
families to visit, take a tour, and learn about the health and safety precautions in place that have kept our schools
safe over the last year. Your child’s school will be in touch with you about when these will be scheduled, and we
encourage you to participate to learn more.
Summer Rising: In partnership with the Department of Youth and Community Development, we are so excited
to provide an enriching, fun and joyful summer camp experience for any interested student. We encourage your
child to join us - to be welcomed back into their school communities, re-connect with teachers and staff, and get
ready for fall while having fun! Families can sign up here: https://discoverdycd.dycdconnect.nyc/home
Thank you for your partnership, your engagement, and your dedication to your children’s education over the last
year. I am in awe of how our communities came together to lift each other up to ensure our children had the best
experience possible despite enormous challenges. I am looking forward to partnering with you, learning from
you, and leveraging all we‘ve done together over the last year to create a new normal starting in September - one
that is warm and welcoming, affirming and enriching, and exciting and challenging - for each one of your
children.
In partnership,
Meisha Porter
New York City Schools Chancellor
Translations will be available shortly at https://schools.nyc.gov/messagesforfamilies
Come share your needs and wishes for fall 2021
Student Session (K-8) : Tuesday June 8th 1-2pm
Family Session : Thursday June 10 4-5pm
Student Registration - https://forms.gle/yFCFXBQCtPx16M5Q9
Family Registration - https://forms.gle/UGFBPjnsZcEs47S19
PDF file with translations can be found here:
Learn more about Common Sense Media and what we are doing at PS 102 to promote digital citizenship.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11U0GxbjZioLURz0bHezyUISkCavXpd9y/view
For translation see: schools.nyc.gov/messagesforfamilies
May 12, 2021
Dear Families,
As you may know, May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. This is the time when we celebrate the
culture, history, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) in the United States. I am
always humbled when I think about the role Asian and Pacific Americans played in the formation of this city
and country. From building the first transcontinental railroad to fighting for America throughout the different
wars, these communities have deep roots throughout our nation. And they have made important contributions as
small business owners, teachers, doctors, artists, scientists, in technology fields, and in so many other ways.
As Chancellor, it is important to me that our students and educators explore the rich traditions and achievements
of people of AAPI heritage. It’s also important to have the hard discussions about the horrific rise in violence
against our fellow AAPI New Yorkers and Americans. In schools, we are supporting this by providing
curriculum resources accessible to educators in all grades. And at every turn, we must reinforce that there is no
room for discrimination of any kind in New York City’s public schools. To our AAPI students, staff, and
families: The Department of Education stands in solidarity with you. We will continue to honor your diverse
and powerful voices.
For some amazing resources that are great for discussions at home with your children, visit
schools.nyc.gov/togetherforjustice. In addition, your children can access a collection of hundreds of e-books
and audiobooks honoring the contributions Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans have made to the
lives and culture of the United States. These books are available through the Sora app; students can log in at
soraapp.com/welcome/login/310229 using their DOE credentials.
I want to share one more important link with you: the link to our 15th annual NYC School Survey,
which launched this week! I encourage all families and teachers in grades 3K through 12, and students in
grades 6-12, to visit nycschoolsurvey.org by June 11 to share your thoughts on your school experience this
year. Tell us what you think about student well-being and engagement, communication from your
school, culturally responsive education, how your school has supported you, and teaching and learning. Your
school will use your feedback to think about the learning environment and work with all members of the school
community to make the school a better place to learn.
As always, I am grateful for you and how you support your children every step of the way. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Meisha Porter
New York City Schools Chancellor
Please see attachment for fully formatted version.
For translations visit: schools.nyc.gov/messagesforfamlies
Contents:
The DOE has released the 2021–22 public school calendar, available now at schools.nyc.gov/calendar.
Some of this year’s important dates include:
Please note the following reminders:
You can find a printable version of the calendar along with translations at schools.nyc.gov/calendar2122.
CCEC elections voting is now open and runs through May 11. And for the first time, voting is open to parents and guardians of all students! Education Council representatives serve as the voice of our families and offer important advice to the Chancellor and the Department of Education. Now is your chance to have a say on who sits on these councils.
Parents can vote for their district councils and citywide councils that serve their students using their NYC Schools Account at mystudent.nyc CORRECTED
Want to learn more about how to vote in the CCEC elections? Parent University offers a free course on the voting process at parentu.schools.nyc/course/detail/351 or you can watch directly on our YouTube channel here: youtube.com/channel/UConHMOb3enWOJXaJJn7xbSQ/playlists.
For more information about running for, serving on, and voting in elections, please visit schools.nyc.gov/elections2021.
New York City’s teachers have shown up for our students, families, and City in so many ways this past year. Teacher Appreciation Week is a time for us to show up for them.
The DOE invites students, families, and other members of the community to take a moment to thank a teacher today!
Visit our website at schools.nyc.gov/thankateachernyc, where you can send a note of appreciation to the teachers making a difference in your life.
You can also share your gratitude on social media using the hashtag #ThankaTeacherNYC.
Registration is now open for Summer Rising, NYC's new free summer program for students in grades K–12.
Summer Rising will offer academic and social-emotional support, arts, and recreation. There will also be local field trips to parks, pools, and other enriching outdoor venues that are both educational and meet State health and safety guidelines.
Breakfast, lunch, and a snack will be served to each student.
Families of students in grades K-8 can sign up at nyc.gov/summerrising. For families of students in grades 9-12, high schools will reach out students in the coming weeks to discuss a summer program that meets their needs and interests. If you are a family of a student in grades K-8 and you do not see your site listed, please complete the survey at nycenet.edu/surveys/NYCSummerRising and you’ll be contacted when a program opens in your neighborhood. We’re adding new ones every Monday through mid-May. After you sign up for a program, you’ll receive an email confirming your registration.
We look forward to seeing your child this summer!
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4/16/2021 2:12 PM
Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Close Contacts Quarantined
Dear P.S. 102 The Bayview at 211 72 STREET Community:
The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and the NYC Test + Trace Corps (T2) have determined that a member of our school community has tested positive for COVID-19, and may have exposed others while at school.
Below you will find guidance on next steps that will help keep you, your child, and our school community healthy and safe. The information below reflects the expertise of DOHMH, T2, and the New York City Department of Education (DOE).
What Happens Now?
How do we stay healthy?
Please remember to follow these important “Core Four” actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:
How can I stay updated?
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
To help New Yorkers quarantine, the NYC Test + Trace Corps partners with community-based organizations to connect individuals to resources like food, medicine, and health care. To connect with resources, you can call 1-212-COVID19 (212-268-4319).
For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.
3/31/2021 2:30 PM
Subject: 10 Day Bldg Closure Due to Multiple Confirmed Cases
Dear P.S. 102 - BROOKLYN at 211 72 STREET Families:
I’m writing to inform you that following an initial 24 hour closure of our school building, the NYC Test + Trace Corps (T2) and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) have determined that the building must remain closed through 4/5/2021.
Below you will find guidance that reflects the expertise of the DOHMH, the New York City Department of Education (DOE) and T2.
What Happens Now?
How Do We Stay Healthy?
Please remember to follow these important “Core Four” actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:
How can I stay updated?
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts, and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
To
New Yorkers quarantine, the NYC Test + Trace Corps partners with community-based organizations to connect individuals to resources like food, medicine, and health care. To connect with resources, you can call 1-212-COVID19 (212-268-4319).
For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.
Sincerely,
3/30/2021 2:23 PM
Dear P.S. 102 - BROOKLYN at 211 72 STREET Families:
I’m writing to inform you that following an initial 24 hour closure of our school building, the NYC Test + Trace Corps (T2) and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) have determined that for the health and safety of our school community, the building must remain closed through 3/31/2021.
Below you will find information on next steps. The guidance below reflects the expertise of the DOHMH, T2, and the New York City Department of Education (DOE).
What Happens Now?
How Do We Stay Healthy?
Please remember to follow the “Core Four” actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:
How can I stay updated?
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts, and stay in close contact about any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.
Sincerely,
3/30/2021 10:56 AM
Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19 but NO exposure to School Community
Dear P.S. 102 The Bayview at 211 72 STREET Community:
Today we are writing to inform you that on 3/30/2021, a member of our school community tested positive for COVID-19. Upon investigation, the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and the NYC Test & Trace Corps (T2) have concluded that there has been NO EXPOSURE to the school community because the person was NOT at school while infectious.
Below you will find guidance that reflects the expertise of DOHMH, the New York City Department of Education (DOE) and T2.
How do we stay healthy?
Please remember to follow these “Core Four” actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:
1. Stay home if sick (except to get essential medical care, including COVID-19 testing).
2. Practice social distancing: Stay at least 6 feet away from people who are not members of your household.
3. Wear a face covering to reduce the spread of COVID-19
4. Practice healthy hand hygiene: Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer; clean frequently touched surfaces regularly; avoid touching your face; and cover your cough or sneeze with your arm, not your hands.
How can I stay updated?
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
To help New Yorkers quarantine, the NYC Test + Trace Corps partners with community-based organizations to connect individuals to resources like food, medicine, and health care. To connect with these resources, you can call 1-212-COVID19 (212-268-4319). For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311. Thank you for your cooperation. Health and safety will always come first in New York City public schools, no matter what.
3/29/2021 4:07 PM
Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Close Contacts Quarantined
Dear P.S. 102 The Bayview at 211 72 STREET Community:
The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and the NYC Test + Trace Corps (T2) have determined that a member of our school community has tested positive for COVID-19, and may have exposed others while at school.
Below you will find guidance on next steps that will help keep you, your child, and our school community healthy and safe. The information below reflects the expertise of DOHMH, T2, and the New York City Department of Education (DOE).
What Happens Now?
How do we stay healthy?
Please remember to follow these important “Core Four” actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:
How can I stay updated?
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
To help New Yorkers quarantine, the NYC Test + Trace Corps partners with community-based organizations to connect individuals to resources like food, medicine, and health care. To connect with resources, you can call 1-212-COVID19 (212-268-4319).
For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.
3/29/2021 4:08 PM
Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Close Contacts Quarantined
Dear P.S. 102 The Bayview at 211 72 STREET Community:
The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and the NYC Test + Trace Corps (T2) have determined that a member of our school community has tested positive for COVID-19, and may have exposed others while at school.
Below you will find guidance on next steps that will help keep you, your child, and our school community healthy and safe. The information below reflects the expertise of DOHMH, T2, and the New York City Department of Education (DOE).
What Happens Now?
How do we stay healthy?
Please remember to follow these important “Core Four” actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:
How can I stay updated?
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
To help New Yorkers quarantine, the NYC Test + Trace Corps partners with community-based organizations to connect individuals to resources like food, medicine, and health care. To connect with resources, you can call 1-212-COVID19 (212-268-4319).
For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.
3/29/2021 3:15 PM
Dear P.S. 102 - BROOKLYN at 211 72 STREET Families:
I’m writing to inform you that following an initial 24 hour closure of our school building, the NYC Test + Trace Corps (T2) and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) have determined that for the health and safety of our school community, the building must remain closed through 3/30/2021.
Below you will find information on next steps. The guidance below reflects the expertise of the DOHMH, T2, and the New York City Department of Education (DOE).
What Happens Now?
How Do We Stay Healthy?
Please remember to follow the “Core Four” actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:
How can I stay updated?
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts, and stay in close contact about any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.
Sincerely,
3/29/2021 11:59 AM
Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Close Contacts Quarantined
Dear P.S. 102 The Bayview at 211 72 STREET Community:
The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and the NYC Test + Trace Corps (T2) have determined that a member of our school community has tested positive for COVID-19, and may have exposed others while at school.
Below you will find guidance on next steps that will help keep you, your child, and our school community healthy and safe. The information below reflects the expertise of DOHMH, T2, and the New York City Department of Education (DOE).
What Happens Now?
● All students and staff in the affected room(s) with the individual who tested positive are considered “close contacts,” and have been notified of the need to quarantine for 10 days from their last contact with the person who tested positive. These students and staff will transition to fully remote teaching and learning for this period.
● T2 and DOHMH will complete their investigation to identify and notify any other close contacts in the building, who will also need to quarantine for 10 days.
● Anyone with a positive COVID-19 test will not return to the school until they are no longer infectious.
● All areas visited by the person with COVID-19 will be deep cleaned, disinfected, and reopened.
● If your child is feeling sick, keep them at home.
How do we stay healthy?
Please remember to follow these important “Core Four” actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:
1. Stay home if sick (except to get essential medical care, including COVID-19 testing).
2. Practice social distancing: Stay at least 6 feet away from people who are not members of your household.
3. Wear a face covering to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
4. Practice healthy hand hygiene: Wash your hands often or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer; avoid touching your face; and cover your cough or sneeze with your arm, not your hands.
How can I stay updated?
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
To help New Yorkers quarantine, the NYC Test + Trace Corps partners with community-based organizations to connect individuals to resources like food, medicine, and health care. To connect with resources, you can call 1-212-COVID19 (212-268-4319). For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coron
3/28/2021 1:19 PM
Subject: 24 Hour School Building Closure
Dear P.S. 102 - BROOKLYN - K102 at 211 72 STREET Families:
The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and the NYC Test + Trace Corps (T2) determined that two or more members of our school community have tested positive for COVID-19 within seven days of each other. As a result, the school building will close for an initial 24 hours to investigate the source(s) of transmission.
Below you will find information on next steps to protect the health of you, your child, and the school community. This guidance reflects the expertise of DOHMH, T2, and the New York City Department of Education (DOE).
What Happens Now?
How do we stay healthy?
Please remember to follow these important “Core Four” actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:
How can I stay updated?
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
To help New Yorkers quarantine, the NYC Test + Trace Corps partners with community-based organizations to connect individuals to resources like food, medicine, and health care. To connect with these resources, you can call 1-212-COVID19 (212-268-4319).
For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.
Sincerely,
3/28/2021 1:19 PM
Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Close Contacts Quarantined
Dear P.S. 102 The Bayview at 211 72 STREET Community:
The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and the NYC Test + Trace Corps (T2) have determined that a member of our school community has tested positive for COVID-19, and may have exposed others while at school.
Below you will find guidance on next steps that will help keep you, your child, and our school community healthy and safe. The information below reflects the expertise of DOHMH, T2, and the New York City Department of Education (DOE).
What Happens Now?
How do we stay healthy?
Please remember to follow these important “Core Four” actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:
How can I stay updated?
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
To help New Yorkers quarantine, the NYC Test + Trace Corps partners with community-based organizations to connect individuals to resources like food, medicine, and health care. To connect with resources, you can call 1-212-COVID19 (212-268-4319).
For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.
Please return a DOE ipad or PS 102 ipad or laptop to the main lobby at these times 8:15-9:15am or 1:15-2:15pm.
If your child is continuing at PS 102 next year you may keep the device to use over the summer. If your child has a DOE issued ipad (asset tag starting with DOE-COV, DOE-ACB or DOE-R2) and is a graduating 5th grader attending a public middle school next year - they may also keep this device.
If you need to schedule a different time to drop off the device, please contact Ms. Sheri melliotsheri@schools.nyc.gov
FULL DAY FOR ALL STUDENTS
Parents meet in the garden at 9am to work each Friday morning as weather permits.
Congratulations to our 2021-2022 PTA Executive Board Members!
Nishani Pierre-Louis, President
Norma Arias, Recording Secretary
Amy Huang, Treasurer
Kari Elfar, Financial Secretary
Diana Flynn, Corresponding Secretary
Brooke Hughes, Vice President
Congratulations to our 2021-2023 School Leadership Team (SLT) Parent Members!
Valerie Berrios
Marie Brugueras
Jessican Chan
Yifang Chen
Nishani Pierre-Louis, PTA President
John Tomac
If you ordered in April - you can pick up your craft kit this Friday May 7th at Norma's Arts and Crafts Supplies 78-13 3rd Avenue. You can also pick up any hours they are open after this Friday.
Sign up to join Ms. Sheri in Nature's Classroom @ PS 102 (our school garden) for an afternoon of work and fun!
Family Garden Days will take place on most Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons from 2:15- 3pm (or sometimes a bit longer) as weather permits.
Sign up is by appointment and an adult must accompany and supervise children. All dates will be confirmed on the day before and will be rescheduled if rain is likely.
Participants must agree to wear masks and practice social distancing.
Dress for possible mess and bring your own gloves if you prefer (or use ours - we have cotton and also disposable).
Feel free to bring a snack and water bottle.
Activites may include clean-up, planting, harvesting, watering, weeding, clipping, mowing, digging and enjoying our natural world. Bring a sketch pad/pencils or a camera if you like!
All family members are expected to participate - but you will be able to choose from a range of jobs from light duty to a garden workout.
Younger and older siblings are very welcome.
Email melliotsheri@schools.nyc.gov to sign up. Available dates will be posted here and updated frequently as they fill. The numbers below indicate open spaces.
FRI 4/23 - FULL HOUSE - please pick another date
TUES 4/27 - 6
WED 4/28 - 5
FRI 4/30 - 12 - ARBOR DAY - sorry - cancelled due to high wind
TUES 5/4 - Garden in use by afterschool program
WED 5/5 - cancelled due to rain
FRI 5/7 - 5
TUES 5/11 - Ms. Sheri is unavailable
WED 5/12 - FULL HOUSE - please choose another date
FRI 5/14 - Ms. Sheri is unavailable
TUES 5/18 - Full HOUSE -Please choose another dates
WED 5/19 - 4
FRI 5/21 - Full House -please choose another date
TUES 5/25 - Full House - please choose another date
WED 5/26 - 8 - This session will be 3pm-4pm.
FRI 5/28 - Full house - please choose another date
TUE 6/1 - 7
WED 6/2 - 12
FRI 6/4 - Ms. Sheri is unavailable
TUE 6/8 - SCHOOL CLOSED
Wed 6/9 - 12
FRI 6/11 - 12
TUE 6/15 - 12
WED 6/16 - Ms. Sheri is unavailable
FRI 6/18 - 12
TUE 6/22 - 12
WED 6/23 - 12
FRI 6/25 - 12
We are back!
Parents will work together each Friday morning (unless it is raining) from 9:00 - 10:30ish to maintain the garden. "Meetings" are informal - but we do use this time to make plans for the garden season and future programming. We will be wearing masks. Gloves are available. These sessions are cancelled in the event of rain. If they are cancelled for any other reason, I will post on www.ps102.org as early as possible. Hope to see you soon!
If you are not getting emails about the garden and would like to -- please ask me to add you to the list: melliotsheri@schools.nyc.gov.
The DOE has launched Parent University! Visit this site to access live and pre-recorded courses for parents on a wide range of topics that will help them help their kids and also learn new skills.
UFT Dial a Teacher is up & running for the school year. K-12 students and their parents or caregivers are invited to call 212-777-3380 or visit the Dial-A-Teacher website Mondays through Thursdays between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to get free homework help from a licensed teacher.
Many of the teachers are bilingual, so Dial-A-Teacher can assist students and families in 10 languages, including Armenian, Bengali, Chinese, English, French, Haitian-Creole, Korean, Russian, Spanish and Tagalog.
This month we are reading:
Grades K-2 The Scraps Book by Lois Ehlert
Read aloud on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ird14WMGmr4
Grades 3-5 Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isabel Campoy and Theresa Howell
Read aloud on youtube: https://wwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nL5TzKaDXzAw.youtube.com/watch?v=nL5TzKaDXzA
This month we are reading:
Kindergarten: Plant a Kiss by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Gr. 1-5: The Gardener by Sarah Stewart
The book, The Twits is by Roald Dahl. It is about mean Mr. and Mrs. Twit. They have 4 monkeys locked up in a cage, and the monkeys had to do everything upside down. The Twits also caught birds to be roasted in pies. Since the monkeys didn't speak English and the birds spoke English, the monkeys could not warn the birds. But one day, a bird that spoke both languages comes along and passed on the warning. So, the Twits decided to buy guns. While the Twits were away, the birds freed the monkeys and they all decided to turn the Twits upside down too! They did this by gluing everything that the Twits owned to the ceiling. This made the Twits think that if they stood in their heads, their world would "go right-side-up." But as they had been walking home, one of the birds had painted the Twits' head with glue. So when they went upside down, they got glued to the floor!
I really like this book because it, like all Roald Dahl books, is hilarious and detailed. I would recommend this book especially for younger kids because it is easy to read and understand what's going on in the story.
THE END
This month we are reading:
Grade K: My Name is Not Isabella by Jennifer Forsberry
Grade 1&2: Dear Girl, by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Grades 3-5: She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton
This month we are reading:
Grade K - Love , by Matt De La Pena
Grade 1-2 - Dreamers, by Yuyi Morales
Grade 3-5 - Little Leaders - Bold Women in Black History by Vashti Harrison
This month we are reading:
Grade K A Picture Book of Martin Luther King, Jr. by David A. Adler
Grade 1-2 I Have a Dream by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Grade 3-5 Malala's Magic Pencil by Malala Yousafzai
This month we are reading:
Gr. K Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller
Gr. 1&2 The Jelly Donut Difference by Maria Dismondy
Gr. 3-5 The Matchbox Diary by Paul Fleischman
In November we are reading:
Grade K - The Good Egg, by Jory John & Pete Oswald
Grade 1&2 - Thank You, Omu, by Oge Mora
Grade 3-5 - Balloons Over Broadway, by Melissa Sweet
This month we are reading:
Gr. K Chopsticks, by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Gr. 1-2 Alma & How She Got Her Name, by Juana Martinez-Neal
Gr. 3-5 Carmela Full of Wishes, by Matt De La Pena
Fall 2021 Registration
Kindergarten : registration will be open April 12, 2021 - June 1, 2021.
Grades 1-5 : registration will take place June 1, 2021 - June 16, 2021.
To register for the current year 2020/2021 please click on the Registration Documents bar at the top of this page, complete the documents and submit them to our pupil accounting secretary as soon as possible.
This year all registration is online as our school office is closed to in-person visits.
Documents include:
Parents are asked to fill out the information and return the documents back via email with the following required supporting documents:
Proof of Child's age (e.g. scan/take a picture of birth certificate)
2 Proofs of Residency (e.g. scan/ take pictures of 2 proofs of residency)
Immunization record: please only use the medical form here: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/health-and-wellness/immunizations for requirements.
Photo ID of parent/guardians
Return documents and address any questions on registration to our Pupil Accounting Secretary, Ms. Ginnis at kpapantoniou@schools.nyc.gov
Did you know that this summer, you can choose from more than 100 free virtual field trips? Visit extraordinary people and places, remarkable events in history, and fascinating topics!
From animals to aerospace, NYC’s water supply to national parks, honeybees to hip-hop, presidential campaign ads to the Pacific garbage patch, explore the streets of New York and beyond. Dive deeper into movements of change and the inspiring individuals who led the way. Discover your passion and feed your curiosity. Check out the selection by grade band and take a virtual field trip (or a few)!
All the best for a healthy and happy summer,
STEM Matters NYC
All families are encouraged to access this account at mystudent.nyc. If you have never signed up, you should send an email with your child's name and class to melliotsheri@schools.nyc.gov This account allows access to state test scores, report card grades, attendance and fitness records. Please note: A separate myschools.nyc account was created by the DOE last year for applying to middle school, high school, kindergarten, pre-K and G&T programs.
We are sending all important messages by email, text and phone via our school messenger system. If you are not receiving them, please send an email with your child's name and the address and/or phone you would like us to use to melliotsheri@schools.nyc.gov. You can also correct your email and phone on your mystudent.nyc account. You can opt in for text messages on your phone by typing Y or YES to short code 67587. All important messages will also be posted as announcements on our school web site. Thank you.
We are working to make this website easier to access for people with disabilities, and will follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0. If you need assistance with a page or document on our site, please contact Margaret Sheri for help (718) 748-7404 x 2323, melliotsheri@schools.nyc.gov.
The school building is closed for in-person visitors. Please call our main office at 718-748-7404 or reach out via email to our parent coordinator Margaret Sheri at melliotsheri@schools.nyc.gov who will direct your email to the appropriate staff member.
