Start Using the AI SuperTeacher Tutor TODAY

Dear PS 101 Parents,

Please watch the tutorial below on how to use your child’s AI Teacher and begin using this fun and engaging learning experience to help them learn from home starting today. Your child’s teacher can see if your child is logging on and doing work 🙂

To access Super Teacher:

  1. Download the app – install Super Teacher on your iPad, iPhone, Android or Chromebook. The app is free to download on the App Store (iOS) and Play Store (Android & Chromebook).
  2. Log in with Clever- using this link to log into Super Teacher with your child’s school account (same as you would use for Google classroom).

Once you’re logged in with Clever, you have access to the full Super Teacher app. If you run into any issues or if you have any questions, you can contact the company at support@getsuperteacher.com.

tutorial on how to use your child’s AI Teacher
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Reminder: PS 101 Drama Show is Taking Place on May 21!

Dear PS 101 Families:

SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR DRAMA SHOW AND PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS NOW!

It is with great pleasure that we announce the return of our PS 101 Drama Show on Thursday, May 21st at 6:30 PM sharp.

  • Doors open at 6:00 PM. Please join us in the audience to cheer on the PS 101 cast in their performance of Heroes Academy!
  • We look forward to this opportunity to celebrate our students’ hard work in theater arts- singing, dancing, and acting!
  • Tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis. TICKET SALES WILL BE OPEN AFTER Monday, May 4th.
  • Get ready before they are sold out!  Tickets will be sold for $5 each! All ticket sales proceeds go towards supporting our PS 101 Drama Club- costumes, set designs, props, refreshments, etc.

Here’s how you can purchase a ticket:

Parent letters will be sent home with your child on May 4th with a return slip for you to fill out how many tickets you want to purchase. Please check your child’s folders for the letter.
Return the slip with tickets payment (enclosed in a sealed envelope with your child’s name and class) to your child’s teacher.
Purchased tickets will then be sent home with your child on the day prior to the drama show date.
All performers in our Drama/Dance/STRINGS BAND Show will be provided with one FREE ticket to the performance.
Kindly note, if you purchase a ticket for school-age children, they must be accompanied by an adult for admittance.
There is no guarantee that tickets will be sold at the door. If we are sold out with pre-ticket sales and reach maximum seating, tickets will not be sold at the door.
A food concession stand will be open with an assortment of snacks and drinks.

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

We look forward to having you join us for the show on Thursday, May 21st.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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SAVE THE DATE: Early Childhood Dance Festival

Dear Early Childhood Parents/Guardians:

On Tuesday, June 2nd we will host our annual Early Childhood Dance Festival for grades Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, First and Second.

Get ready for a spectacular show to see our stars shine on the PS 101 outdoor stage! Our early childhood students are ready to perform for all of you. Please join our early childhood classes for a special event to celebrate music and dance, to inspire you, and feel the vibe of pop culture with K-POP tunes!

Music and dance are our universal language! This year’s theme, K-POP, will have you dancing in the audience, so come and join in the fun!

Tuesday, June 2nd-

  • SAVE THE DATE as students in pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, first and second grade will perform their dances and share in the festivities.

TIMELINE:

  • Prekindergarten/Pre-k Families only: 9:00 am start time.
  • Kindergarten/Kindergarten Families only: 9:30 am start time.
  • First Grade/First Grade Families only: 10:00 am start time.
  • Second Grade/Second Grade Families only: 10:30 am start time

ORGANIZATION:

  • For organizational purposes, parents will assemble on Bay 35th Street and may only enter and exit from the Bay 35th gate.
  • Only parents with children in the performing grade will be allowed in the schoolyard.
  • The 24th Avenue gate will not be used. 

Students are to come to school as regularly scheduled for 8:00 am start time.

Please note:

  • At the conclusion of the dance festival, students will immediately return to their classrooms to resume the instructional day.
  • Students cannot be signed out after the dance festival, as it is a regular school day of instruction.
  • We have scheduled a rain date for Wednesday, June 3d in case of inclement weather on Tuesday, June 2nd.

We hope you can save the date and join in the fun! If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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National Principal’s Day

Dear PS 101 Families,

On Friday, May 1st, we will be celebrating National Principal’s Day in recognition of Mr. Korrol and his dedicated leadership of our school community.

This is a special opportunity for our school community to recognize Mr. Korrol’s leadership and the positive impact he has on our students, staff, and families each day.

We invite our families and students to join us in showing appreciation through a kind note, drawing, or thoughtful gesture to help make the day extra special.

Thank you for your continued support in celebrating Mr. Korrol and how he has helped ensure that PS 101 is such a wonderful place to learn and grow.

Sincerely,

Our PS 101 Family

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Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, May 7th

Greetings PS 101 Families:

On Thursday, May 7th, parents/guardians will have the opportunity to speak with teachers at our Parent-Teacher Conferences. We will have ONE evening session for virtual parent conferences.

You will have the opportunity to set up a virtual/tele-conference with your child’s teacher on Thursday, May 7th from 4:30pm-7:30pm.

  • Conferences will be scheduled by your child’s teacher: Evening Session ONLY from 4:30-7:30pm.
  • If you don’t have an appointment, contact your child’s teacher through Google Classroom or REMIND today.
  • If you are unable to participate in Parent-Teacher Conferences, please know you can contact your child’s teacher and arrange an appointment during parent engagement time on Mondays, after 2:20pm, unless otherwise indicated.

As a reminder, the final marking period report cards will be distributed via hard copy on our last day of school, June 26th. Report cards will also be posted in your child’s NYCSA.

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

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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Little Lighthouse Team – May School Spirit Calendar

With sunshine, milestones, and memories ahead, May is a month to celebrate how far we’ve come and how brightly we shine together. Our Little Lighthouse Team is all about lighting the way with positivity, pride, and purpose.

Let’s Celebrate Our PS 101 Family!

We’re building a culture that shines with connection and community. WEAR your school colors, themed gear, or anything spirited and fun on school spirit days! Please encourage your child(ren) to do the same because a united classroom is a happy classroom.

Monday, May 4thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- STAR WARS
WEAR your favorite STAR WARS shirt/character/movie design/apparel.
MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU!
Friday, May 15thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – DISNEY MAGIC
Do you have a favorite Disney character or place?
Disney Day > WEAR Disney apparel.
Friday, May 29thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – BLAST FROM THE PAST!
History is part of our story.
DRESS like someone from history.
Think of someone who has made a difference in our world.
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Take a Break with Superintendent Lynch-Reyes

Date: April 30, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Join the Superintendent for a Take a Break meeting with Superintendent Erin Lynch Reyes. This session provides a welcoming space for conversation, reflection, and connection while engaging in meaningful dialogue around current topics impacting our school community.

Please review the NYC DOE guidance on Artificial Intelligence prior to the meeting:
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/vision-and-mission/guidance-on-artificial-intelligence
We look forward to your participation and continued partnership.

Register Here

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REVISION: Important Dates – May 2026

Dear PS 101 Families,

As we welcome the month of May, our school is buzzing with energy and excitement! With spring in full bloom, we’re looking forward to a month filled with special celebrations, meaningful learning, and joyful moments.

Please review the important dates below to help you stay informed and prepared.

DATEMAY EVENT DETAILS
Friday, May 1stNational Principal’s Day! Let’s Celebrate the best principal, our very own, Mr. Korrol.
Monday, May 4th SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- STAR WARS!
WEAR your favorite STAR WARS shirt/character/movie design/apparel. MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU!
Monday, May 4th through Friday, May 8thTeacher Appreciation Week during May 4th – May 8th
Help us to recognize and thank our incredible PS 101 teaching staff as they are truly the best of the best! Their dedication, care, and passion make a lasting difference every day, and they deserve to be celebrated.
Tuesday, May 5thPTA General Membership Meeting via ZOOM at 10AM.
Link to follow, closer to the meeting date.
Wednesday, May 6thLast Day for Morning Test Prep Program and Afterschool Test Prep/Homework Help/ENL/Mandarin Programs
Thursday, May 7thFinal Parent Teacher Conferences for 2025-26 School Year: 4:30 – 7:30pm session only and Virtual Conferences only
Friday, May 15thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – DISNEY MAGIC!
Do you have a favorite Disney character or place?  Disney Day > WEAR Disney apparel
Thursday, May 21stDRAMA SHOW: Heroes Academy
Doors open at 6:00pm
Show starts promptly at 6:30pm
Monday, May 25thMemorial Day- NYC Schools Closed in Observance of Memorial Day where we honor the brave men and women who have served our country in the military and who continue to do so.
Wednesday, May 27thEid al-Adha- NYC Schools Closed in Observance of Eid al-Adha
Friday, May 29thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – BLAST FROM THE PAST!
History is part of our story. DRESS like someone from history. Think of someone who has made a difference in our world.

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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PS 101 Morning Test Prep Program End Date

Dear PS 101 Families,

Please be advised that our early morning Test Prep program for students in Grades 3, 4, and 5 will conclude on Wednesday, May 6th.

Effective Thursday, May 7th, all students should follow regular morning arrival procedures. Students may enter the building at 7:40 AM through the main entrance on 24th Avenue to participate in our optional free breakfast program.

We thank you for your support and commitment in ensuring your child’s participation in the Test Prep program and wish our students continued success.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the main office at 718-372-0221 or reach out to our parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

Sincerely, 

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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