October is Socktober!
Dear PS 101 Families:
It’s Socktober at PS 101! Starting Monday, October 26th, our Little Lighthouse Team will be organizing a special donation project, and we need your help!
As we prepare for the colder months, we have teamed up with The Kensington Family Shelter to help make a difference for families in need. One item that shelters are always in need of is socks! We hope you can help and participate in Socktober to donate brand new, packaged socks.
PS 101 Will Sock it to the Cold!
As winter winds begin to blow,
Let’s help our neighbors head to toe!
Bring new socks, warm, soft, and neat,
To help keep kindness on its feet!
Donations will be accepted in the main lobby of our school from Monday, October 26th until Tuesday, November 10th. Students can stop and drop packaged socks into our Sock Monster during arrivals each morning!
Keep in mind when donating:
- Socks, Socks, Socks–Children and adult sizes are needed.
- Remember, all donated socks must be new and unopened socks.
- Used socks will not be accepted.
- Let’s come together as a school community to spread warmth, comfort, and care this season!
Thank you for your generosity and support! Your donations make a big difference and help families stay warm.
We appreciate your generosity very much. 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,
Our PS 101 Little Lighthouse Team
Last Call: Scholastic Book Fair Ends on October 20th!
Dear PS 101 Families,
Our Fall 2026 Scholastic Book Fair is currently ongoing and the last day for students to shop the fair is 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 Tax | After Tax | Rounded 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:
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact our main office at 718-372-0221.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
Family Literacy Workshop: Helping Your Child Grow As a Reader
Dear PS 101 Families,
We are excited to invite you to a Family Literacy Workshop designed to help families better understand their child’s reading development and learn practical ways to support reading at home.
| Date | Thursday, 10/22/2026 |
| Time | 9:00 am- 10:00 am |
| Presenter | 3rd Grade Leader, Ms. Reilly and 4th Grade Leader, Ms. Librera |
| Location | PS 101 School Building |
| RSVP: | https://forms.gle/aujYkH6ofs1mCU1S8 |
During this workshop, families will learn:
- What NYC Reads is and how it supports literacy instruction
- What MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) means
- What BOY, MOY, and EOY reading check-ins mean
- Where to find your child’s reading assessment results
- How to better understand your child’s reading test scores and progress
- How to choose books that are appropriate for your child’s reading level
This workshop is a great opportunity to learn more about how reading is taught and supported at PS 101, ask questions, and take home practical strategies you can use with your child.
We hope you can join us!
Please RSVP using the above Google form link or QR code below:
