As we wrap up our school year, our young scientists continue to shine through curiosity, discovery, and hands-on learning! We are excited to share the final Science Scoop of the 2025–2026 school year and celebrate the scientific thinking taking place throughout PS 101.
Inside our June issue, you will find:
A spotlight on our Scientist of the Month
A fun and engaging science fact to continue sparking conversations at home
Highlights of exciting classroom investigations, STEM activities, and end-of-year scientific learning experiences across grade levels
Throughout the year, our students explored science through questioning, observing, experimenting, problem-solving, and making meaningful real-world connections. We are so proud of the enthusiasm, creativity, and teamwork our students demonstrated as they grew into curious young scientists.
Enjoy the June edition of the Science Scoop and we wish you a safe, relaxing, and science-filled summer!
Sincerely,
Our PS 101 Science Cluster Team Ms. Warner and Mr. Lee
This week, we proudly celebrate Parent Coordinator Appreciation Week as we recognize and honor our wonderful Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing!
Ms. Bing plays an important role in helping our school community feel connected, supported, and informed. Whether she is welcoming families, assisting parents with questions and concerns, organizing school events, translating information, supporting communication between home and school, or helping students and staff throughout the day, she always does so with kindness, patience, and a caring heart.
Her dedication and hard work help strengthen the partnership between our families and the school community, making PS 101 a warm and welcoming place for all. We thank Ms. Bing for her continued commitment to our students, families, and staff, and for all the many ways she supports our school each day.
If your child or family would like to help celebrate Ms. Bing this week, we encourage kind notes, drawings, cards, or thoughtful words of appreciation to help recognize all that she does for our PS 101 community.
Thank you, Ms. Bing, for all that you do! We appreciate you!
It’s the final stretch! June is a time to honor our journey, celebrate our wins, and glow with Lighthouse spirit! 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.
Friday, June 12th
SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- LIFE’S A BEACH! Kick off to Summer – It’s Beach Day! WEAR your favorite summer hat, sandals, sunglasses, beach attire!
Friday, June 26th
SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – SUMMER SHADE! Be Cool- Look Cool- Feel Cool! WEAR Sunglasses Inside Day!
Greetings PS 101 Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Families:
We are excited to celebrate our students and recognize the many accomplishments, milestones, and achievements they have reached throughout the school year. Certain moments in a child’s educational journey are especially meaningful, and we look forward to sharing these special celebrations with our PS 101 families.
Our Stepping Up ceremonies will take place within the classroom setting and have been scheduled with designated dates and times so families may enjoy this memorable experience together.
Each student will receive two tickets for family members to attend the ceremony. Tickets will be distributed the day before the scheduled Stepping Up event(s).
*Due to limited classroom space, we kindly ask for your cooperation in refraining from bringing additional children, strollers/carriages to the ceremony. We greatly appreciate your understanding and support in helping us ensure a safe and comfortable experience for all guests.
Please be advised that due to scheduling conflicts, the PTA Father’s Day Boutique is now scheduled for Monday, June 15th and Tuesday, June 16th. Please mark your calendars with these new dates.
For clarity, we’ve listed the dates of all upcoming PTA events for the month of June:
As we close out the 2025–2026 school year, we extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible PS 101 PTA for their unwavering dedication, generosity, and support. Their commitment has enriched our school community and created meaningful, joyful experiences for our students, families, and staff throughout the year.
A special thank you to our outstanding PTA Board Members:
President: Ming Chow
Vice President: Elise Lin
Treasurer: Paul Chin
Recording Secretary: Jessica Lee
Financial Secretary: Nikki Ruan
Corresponding Secretary: Katy Xu
Virtual Support Liaison: Angie Li
And to all of our amazing PS 101 Parent Volunteers!
Celebrating a Year of Impact
This year, the PTA sponsored and supported an incredible range of programs, events, and resources, including:
For Our Students: From the beloved Halloween Pumpkin Patch (featuring over 1,300 pumpkins!) to Winter Wonderland, Lunar New Year celebrations, and Graduation festivities, the PTA brought joy and excitement to our school community. They supported essential experiences such as:
5th Grade milestones, including cap & gowns, Senior Trip, 1000th Day Breakfast, Field Day celebrations, and a memorable Senior Prom
School-wide events like Dance Festival, Field Day, and Family Tie-Dye
Enrichment programs including the Music/Band Afterschool Program and Drama Club
Special treats and celebrations such as ice cream parties, pizza parties, and holiday goodie bags
For Our Teachers & Staff: The PTA showed continuous appreciation through thoughtful gestures and events, including:
Staff Holiday Breakfast and Holiday Gift Bags
Staff Appreciation Lunch (Food Truck)
Valentine’s Day treats and Year-End Goodie Bags
Annual Holiday Wishing Tree
Building Community & School Spirit: From holiday gift-away programs and raffles to decorations for major school events, the PTA helped create a warm and vibrant school environment for all.
Fundraising & Community Support
These incredible efforts were made possible through a variety of PTA fundraising initiatives, including:
Monthly Bake Sales and seasonal boutiques
School Spirit Wear and World’s Finest Chocolate sales
Family events and partnerships such as Barclays Center shows and Brooklyn Football Club games
Picture Days and Movie Night snack sales
Fundraising to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Dedicated Volunteer Support
Our PTA volunteers played a vital role behind the scenes—organizing events, supporting classrooms, coordinating school-wide activities, and bringing families together through workshops and celebrations. Their time and effort make a lasting difference in our school community.
PS 101 families, your support means everything. Just like our teachers and staff, you are an essential part of what makes our school such a special place. Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment.
Join the PTA for the 2026–2027 School Year!
Want to be part of the magic? Become a PTA volunteer and help us continue building an amazing school community!
➡ Sign up via Remind Code: @pta26v
With heartfelt appreciation, Gregg Korrol Principal, PS 101
As we enter the exciting final stretch of the school year, we’re looking forward to a fun and festive June filled with meaningful celebrations, important milestones, and community events. Below, you’ll find a list of key dates to help you stay informed and prepared for the month ahead.
DATE
JUNE EVENT DETAILS
Tuesday, June 2nd
PTA General Membership Meeting via ZOOM at 6PM. Link to follow, prior to the meeting date.
Thursday, June 4th
All NYC Schools Closed for Anniversary Day/Chancellor’s Conference Day for Staff Development.
Friday, June 5th
All NYC Elementary Schools Closed for Staff Clerical Day.
Monday, June 8th
Incoming Pre-Kindergarten Orientation (parent/child): Doors open at 8:45 am Start Time: 9:00 am
Tuesday, June 9th
Early Childhood Dance Festival in our schoolyard. 9 am: Pre-Kindergarten Performance 9:30 am: Kindergarten Performance 10:00 am: Grade One Performance 10:30 am: Grade Two Performance
Wednesday, June 10th
Early Childhood Dance Festival in our schoolyard (RAIN DATE) 9:00 am: Pre-Kindergarten Performance 9:30 am: Kindergarten Performance 10:00 am: Grade One Performance 10:30 am: Grade Two Performance
Thursday, June 11th Tuesday, June 9th (NEW DATE)
PTA June Bake Sale
Thursday, June 11th
Dual Language OLYMPICS
Friday, June 12th
SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – Life’s A Beach! Kick off to Summer – It’s Beach Day! WEAR your favorite summer hat, sandals, sunglasses, beach attire! No swimsuits!
Tuesday, June 16th
PRE-KINDERGARTEN Stepping Up Ceremony: PREK-1 and PREK-2 classrooms Doors open for seating at 9:15 am Start Time: 9:30 am Ticket Admission Only – 2 tickets per student
Wednesday, June 17th
GRADE 5 Graduation – 2 Sessions: SESSION 1: Classes 501; 502; 503; 504 – Ticket Admission Only Bay 35th Street entrance opens at 8:15 am Ceremony starts at 8:30 am SESSION 2: Classes 505; 506; 507; 457 – Ticket Admission Only Bay 35th Street entrance opens at 9:45 am Ceremony starts at 10:00 am
Thursday, June 18th
KINDERGARTEN STEPPING-UP: K1-K2-K3-K4-K5-K6-K17 classrooms Doors open for seating at 9:15 am Start Time 9:30 am Ticket Admission Only – 2 tickets per student
Wednesday, June 17th + Thursday, June 18th Monday, June 15th + Tuesday, June 16th
PTA Father’s Day Boutique
Friday, June 19th
NYCDOE Schools Closed – Juneteenth Observance
Tuesday, June 23rd
Grade 5 PROM for senior students only
Friday, June 26th
SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – SUMMER SHADE! Be Cool- Look Cool- Feel Cool! WEAR Sunglasses Inside Day!
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL for all students! (full-day) Regular dismissal at grade/class exits. *Hard copy REPORT CARDS will be sent home on this date (includes new 2026-2027 class assignment code and the summer google classroom code for practice work.) *Please pick-up any medication from the nursing station and/or from your child’s teacher.
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!
PS 101 The Verrazzano School 