Coffee with Korrol Principal Meeting

Dear PS101 Families,

We are happy to announce the Coffee with Principal Korrol meetings for this coming school year.

At these meetings, Principal Korrol meets with parents from a specific grade to get to know you better, to inform you about PS101, to discuss expectations for the school year, offer parenting strategies to help your child be successful (and to make you an even more amazing parent), and answer any questions you have.

Parents must register for the meeting below. Light breakfast will be served during the discussion.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the scheduled time so we can start promptly.

Register for:

Kindergarten Coffee with Korrol: September 17 at 9am

Grade 5 Coffee with Korrol: September 25 at 9am

Grade 1 Coffee with Korrol: October 2 at 9am

Grade 4 Coffee with Korrol: October 9 at 9am

Grade 2 Coffee with Korrol: October 16 29 at 9am

Grade 3 Coffee with Korrol: October 23 at 9am

Pre-K Coffee with Korrol: November 6 at 9am

I look forward to seeing you there!
GK

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October 2026: School Spirit Days

Dear PS 101 Families:

October Theme: Community

October is a wonderful time to celebrate friendship, kindness, and school spirit. We hope your family enjoys joining us as we continue building a caring and connected PS 101 community.

Join the Fun!

We encourage your child to participate in this month’s Spirit Days by wearing the designated colors or themed attire. Every Spirit Day helps build school pride and brings our PS 101 community together!

Capture the Memories!

Have fun celebrating this month’s Spirit Days! Visit our PS 101 Instagram page to see classroom highlights, school events, and celebrations happening throughout the month.

Friday, October 16thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – CRAZY HAIR DAY!
Do you have a silly hairstyle to share?
WEAR your craziest, silliest, most fun hairstyle!
Friday, October 23rdSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- THINK PINK!
Let’s support Breast Cancer Awareness month and WEAR PINK! Show your Viking Leader Pride and Support: WEAR PINK!
Friday, October 30thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- CHARACTER DAY AT PS 101
Dress up as your favorite character/animal/person!

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your child’s teacher or our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin, at 347-563-4680 or BLin9@schools.nyc.gov. 

Sincerely, 

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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Scholastic Book Fair: October 13th – 20th

Dear PS 101 Families,

We’re excited to announce that our Fall 2026 Scholastic Book Fair will be held at PS 101 from October 13 to October 20, 2026!

As part of the New York State Next Generation Learning Standards, all students are encouraged to read books at their appropriate reading level to build fluency and comprehension. The Book Fair is a great opportunity for students to purchase books for both personal enjoyment and educational assignments.

📚 Reading is one of the most important skills you can help nurture in your child. Books are affordably priced, with some starting at just $4.00 plus tax.

📌 Important Notes:

  • Sales tax will be applied to all purchases, in accordance with New York State regulations.
  • No pennies will be used or accepted to make checkout easier and avoid lost or heavy change. All amounts will be rounded up, and the extra pennies collected will go toward future school events.

Below is a sample price chart to help you estimate how much money to send with your child:

Before TaxAfter TaxRounded Up (Cash Only)
$1.00$1.09$1.10
$3.99$4.34$4.35
$4.50$4.90$4.90
$4.99$5.43$5.45
$5.99$6.52$6.55
$6.99$7.61$7.65
$8.49$9.24$9.25
$8.99$9.79$9.80
$9.99$10.88$10.90
$10.99$11.96$12.00
$11.99$13.05$13.05

🕒 Class Visit Schedule:

Each class will be scheduled to visit the Book Fair during school hours.

💳 Payment Options:

  • Cash: Please send spending money in a sealed envelope, labeled with your child’s name and class.
  • eWallet: A safe, cash-free way for your child to shop. Set up your child’s eWallet between now – October 20, 2026 using the QR code below:
Scholastic eWallet QR code

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact our main office at 718-372-0221.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol
Principal

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Reminder: PS 101 Afterschool Programs (Academic Support/Test Prep, ELL Support, Mandarin, Drama, and Music) Start This Week

Dear PS 101 After-School Families:

Please be advised that the Academic Support/Test Prep/Drama, ELL Support, Mandarin, and Music Afterschool programs will be starting on Tuesday, September 29th. If your child received a permission form to attend these after-school programs and you have signed and returned the form, then your child will start attending these programs.

As a reminder, please note the following start days and dismissal times for each program:

Academic Support/Test Prep/Drama Tuesday – Thursday:

  • Starts Tuesday, September 29th and takes place every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays from 2:20pm – 4:20pm.
  • Dismissal starts promptly at 4:15pm in the schoolyard. You must ensure your child is picked up on time.

ELL Support Tuesday – Thursday:

  • Starts Tuesday, September 29th and takes place every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays from 2:20pm – 4:20pm.
  • Dismissal starts promptly at 4:15pm in the schoolyard. You must ensure your child is picked up on time.

Mandarin Tuesday – Thursday:

  • Starts Tuesday, September 29th and takes place every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays from 2:20pm – 4:20pm.
  • Dismissal starts promptly at 4:15pm in the schoolyard. You must ensure your child is picked up on time.

Music Club:

  • Brass Club starts Tuesday, September 29th and takes place every Tuesday and Thursdays from 2:20pm – 4:20pm.
  • Strings/Violin Club starts Friday, October 2nd and takes place every Wednesday and Fridays from 2:20pm – 4:20pm.
  • Dismissal starts promptly at 4:15pm in the schoolyard. You must ensure your child is picked up on time.

SATURDAY TEST PREP/ACADEMIC SUPPORT AFTERSCHOOL:

  • Starts Saturday, October 3rd and takes place every Saturday from 8:00am – 11:00am.
  • Dismissal starts promptly at 10:50am in the main entrance of the school. You must ensure your child is picked up on time.

Kindly note, all afterschool programs housed at PS 101 (including BCA and Angel Center) will be cancelled on Wednesday, September 30th for our teaching staff to welcome parents for Back to School Night.

If you have any questions, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 1-347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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Important Dates – October 2026

Dear PS 101 Families,

October is filled with exciting opportunities for learning, school spirit, and community! As the fall season continues, we look forward to celebrating together through engaging classroom experiences and special events. Please review this month’s important dates and reminders below to help your family stay informed and connected.

Wishing your family a wonderful October!

DATE
OCTOBER EVENT DETAILS
Friday, October 2ndCoffee with Korrol and GRADE 1 FAMILIES ONLY- 9am start.
Join Principal Korrol to learn about the PS 101 philosophy for success, establish grade expectations, parenting tips, and Q+A session.
*Remember to register!
Tuesday, October 6thPTA General Membership Meeting via ZOOM at 10am.
Link to follow, prior to the meeting date.
Friday, October 9thCoffee with Korrol and GRADE 4 FAMILIES ONLY- 9am start.
Join Principal Korrol to learn about the PS 101 philosophy for success, establish grade expectations, parenting tips, and Q+A session.
*Remember to register!
Friday, October 16th > Rescheduled to Friday, October 29thCoffee with Korrol and GRADE 2 FAMILIES ONLY- 9am start.
Join Principal Korrol to learn about the PS 101 philosophy for success, establish grade expectations, parenting tips, and Q+A session.
*Remember to register!
Monday, October 12thNYC Schools Closed
Holiday Observance: Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Tuesday, October 13th – Friday, October 16thPS 101 Open School Week
Visit PS 101 while instruction is taking place as an observer. You will see your child working in their classroom with their teacher and classmates. A specific schedule of dates/times and grades/classes to follow.
Tuesday, October 13th – Tuesday, October 20thSCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR- SHOP and SAVE at PS 101! Send your child to school with spending money or set-up ewallet for book shopping!
Tuesday, October 13th – Friday, October 16thCLASS LECTURE VISITS with guest speakers to review traffic safety from the NYC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION with Grades 4 and 5 ONLY.
Friday, October 16thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY– CRAZY HAIR DAY!
Do you have a silly hairstyle to share?
WEAR your craziest, silliest, most fun hairstyle!
Friday, October 23rdCoffee with Korrol and GRADE 3 FAMILIES ONLY- 9am start.
Join Principal Korrol to learn about the PS 101 philosophy for success, establish grade expectations, parenting tips, and Q&A session.
*Remember to register!
Friday, October 23rdSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY– THINK PINK!
Let’s support Breast Cancer Awareness month and WEAR PINK!
Show your Viking Leader Pride and Support: WEAR PINK
Friday, October 30thPTA FALL EVENT: PUMPKIN PATCH!
Friday, October 30thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- CHARACTER DAY AT PS 101.
Dress up as your favorite character/person!

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher or our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin, at 347-563-4680 or BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

As always, thank you for your continued partnership and support. We’re grateful for a memorable year and look forward to celebrating all that our students have achieved together!

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol
Principal

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Reminder: PS 101 Back to School Night is on September 30th

Dear PS 101 Families:

We are excited to welcome you to Back to School Night at PS 101 on Wednesday, September 30th, taking place in your child’s classroom! To best accommodate family schedules, classroom teachers, cluster teachers, ESL personnel and RTI support staff will host three identical in-person presentations at the following times.

You may attend any of the three sessions that works best for you:
4:30 PM
5:30 PM
6:30 PM
Schedule:
– PS101 main entrance doors will open 5 minutes to the start of the session (4:25pm/5:25pm/6:25pm).
– Teachers will begin their presentation approximately 10 minutes after (4:40pm/5:40pm/6:40pm) which allows parents time to find the classroom.
– Main entrance doors will close 20 minutes after the start of each session (4:50pm/5:50pm/6:50pm).
– If you arrive after the doors are closed, you will wait for the next session to begin.
Information Sessions:
– Classroom routines and behavior expectations
– Parent + teacher communication and partnership
– Operational procedures (field trips, absence notes)
– Curriculum and instruction highlights, including Into Reading/IReady/Envisions/My World/Amplify, Leader In Me and standardized test preparation.
– Homework guidelines and assessment practices
– A brief Q&A to close each session

*Our Cluster Specialty Teachers (Dance, Science, LEGO Robotics, Physical Education, STEM, Visual Arts/Graphic Design, Library, and Music) as well as ESL personnel will also present in-person at 4:30 PM, 5:30 PM, and 6:30 PM.
Related Services Virtual Sessions:
Our Related Service Providers, including Speech and Language Therapists, Social Workers, Guidance Counselors, School Psychologist will also host presentations at the same time slots: 4:30 PM, 5:30 PM, and 6:30 PM.
Teacher + Class Directory: (hard copies will also be available + posted)
LINK: 2026 BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT DIRECTORY

Kindly note, all afterschool programs housed at PS 101 (including BCA and Angel Center) will be cancelled on this day for our teaching staff to welcome parents for Back to School Night.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin, at (347) 563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov. We look forward to seeing you on this evening and partnering together for a fantastic school year!

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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PS 101 Schoolyard Important Safety Reminders

Dear PS 101 Families,

Please be advised of the following safety practices in and outside of the school building. Safety is a shared responsibility amongst our community and by practicing these safety protocols, you can help us maintain a safe and respectful environment for students and everyone in our school community.

School and Schoolyard Rules:

  • We love animals, but for safety reasons dogs and other pets are not allowed in the school building, schoolyard and dismissal areas. While you absolutely love your pets, please be reminded that some children and adults get scared.
  • Do not use electric scooters or e-bikes in the schoolyard, directly in front of the school or on the school ramps.
  • Scooters and bicycles are not permitted for use in the schoolyard before 3:00 pm which ensures a safe and orderly dismissal.
  • Students are not permitted to play ball in the school yard during dismissal. After everyone dismisses at 3:00 pm, students may use the park with parent supervision.
  • Do not bring glass containers onto school grounds. Glass containers of any kind pose as a risk, and we will discard any of these items if observed in the classroom. Please ensure only plastic containers, bottles, or jars are used for all purposes.
  • When using the schoolyard during afterschool hours, you must remain vigilant and supervise your children during outdoor play. Do not leave your children unattended, especially younger, non-school age children.
  • Smoking is not allowed in the schoolyard or around the school building as per NYS Law.
  • Encourage kind and respectful behavior toward others with children and adults.

Thank you as always for your partnership and cooperation in keeping our school premises a safe and enjoyable space for all children.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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Celebrate Our PS 101 PTA on Friday, September 25th: National PTA Appreciation Day

Dear PS 101 Families:

In recognition of National PTA Day on September 26th, we are excited to celebrate the incredible partnership of our PS 101 families and the many ways our parent community contributes to the heart of our school. On Friday, September 25th, we will recognize and celebrate our very own PS 101 Parent Teacher Association and parent community!

Our sincere appreciation goes to our PS 101 PTA Executive Board, parent volunteers, and all of our families who support our school throughout the year. Whether organizing and volunteering at special events, supporting fundraising efforts, lending a helping hand, participating in school activities, or simply being an active partner in your child’s education, your involvement makes a meaningful difference. There are never enough thanks to our executive board team for their continued partnership, support, and PS 101 school spirit.

A strong school community is built through partnership, and we are fortunate to have families who continually support our students, staff, and one another. A special thanks to the parents and guardians who generously give their time to volunteer and help bring so many wonderful experiences to life for our students.

On National PTA Day, we celebrate all of our PS 101 families and the important role you play in making our school community so special. Together, we help Bridge Education + the World!

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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PS 101 Cell Phone Policy

As per NYS Law, students will not be permitted to use or access their personal internet-enabled electronic devices upon arrival at school until the end of the school day. The school day is defined as the period from the moment students enter the school building until the last class of the day ends, including during lunch. The school day starts at 7:40am and ends at 2:20pm.  Students will be able to use school/NYCPS-issued devices during the school day.

  1. COLLECTION/STORAGE 
  • Upon arrival, students must power off their devices.
    • Students will place their devices in personal school assigned pouches and secure it in front of school staff.
    • Students will store their locked pouches in their book bags which are stored in classroom closets for the day.
  • At the end of the school day, students will unlock their pouch upon dismissal .
  • They will remove their device(s) and lock their pouches before leaving the school.
  • Students with approved early dismissal will be able to unlock their pouch in upon exiting the school.
  • In the event that a storage device, such as a pouch, is lost or damaged, the school will require a nominal fee for a replacement (similar to replacement charges for school IDs).
  1. EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
  • In case of emergency or exigent circumstances, parents or guardians can call the main office at 718 372-0221 to reach their child.
  • In case of emergency or exigent circumstances, students may access phones to reach their parents or guardians.
  • In case of emergency or exigent circumstances, the school will use Remind and GAMA to communicate information to parents or guardians.
  1. EXCEPTIONS
  • Students are allowed to use their device if they have an individualized education program (IEP) or 504 Plan that includes use of an internet-enabled device and do not have a DOE-issued device for such purpose.
  • Parents/guardians must contact AP Damiano at 718-372-0221 if a student requires an exception for reasons such as: medical monitoring/treatment s (for example to monitor blood sugar or other similar circumstances), if student is a caregiver, for approved language purposes (such as translation or interpretation services if no other means are available), or where otherwise required by law.
  • The principal/designee may authorize use for an educational purpose.  
  • Exceptions will be processed and approved within 48hrs
  1. DISCIPLINE 
  • Students who use electronic devices in violation of the NYCPS Discipline Code, the school’s policy, Chancellor’s Regulation A-413, and/or the NYCPS Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy (“IAUSP”) will be subject to progressive discipline. This means that the disciplinary responses will escalate based on the nature and frequency of the violation. As provided in the State law, a student may not be suspended solely on the grounds that the student accessed a personal internet-enabled device in violation of school policy​.​ ​ Repeated incidents of insubordination (i.e. refusal to surrender or store device) may result in a suspension if approved by the Office of Safety and Youth Development.
  1. OTHER: If lost or stolen
    In the unlikely event that an electronic device is stolen or damaged at school, parents can submit a claim to the Comptroller’s Office. More information on submitting a claim is available on the Comptroller’s webpage.
  2. EMERGENCIES: In an Emergency:
    In an emergency, we will contact families through GAMA, which is directly linked to your New York City Schools Account (NYCSA). All parents/guardians can access a step-by-step guide for setting up a NYCSA account at https://www.schools.nyc.gov/setup-guide. If you need support with setting up your account, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Bing at 718-372-0221.

    We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a focused and productive learning environment. If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding these policies, please do not hesitate to contact Parent Coordinator Bing at 718-372-0221
  3. Video from the Chancellor: This short video explains the policy rationale, requirements, and disciplinary responses.
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