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Reminder: Angel Center Afterschool Program Concludes on Tuesday, June 23
Dear Angel Advantage Center Families of PS 101:
Please be advised that the Angel Advantage Center Afterschool Program (which is housed in our school building daily) will conclude for the 2025–2026 school year on Tuesday, June 23.
Beginning Wednesday, June 24, students who participated in the Angel Advantage Center program will follow our regular PS 101 dismissal procedures and should be picked up according to their usual end-of-day arrangements at the designated exit door for 2pm.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Angel Advantage Center staff for their partnership and for providing enriching afterschool experiences for our enrolled students throughout the year.
If you have any questions regarding your child’s dismissal plans, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.
Thank you for your attention to this important reminder.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
Medication Pick-Up on June 26th
Dear PS 101 Parents/Guardians:
Individual letters were sent home for students with epi-pen/asthma pumps or medication pick-up on the last day of school.
If you have given any medication to the school for health and safety reasons this school year, please note it will be returned on Friday, June 26th.
- On Friday, June 26th, teachers will return EPI-PEN (#1) medication that was housed in the classroom (directly at dismissal).
- If medication was submitted to the nurse during the school year (ASTHMA PUMPS, EPI-PENS (#2), or OTHER MEDICATIONS), parents/guardians will need to visit the nursing station before or after dismissal (no later than 3pm) to retrieve asthma inhalers, other medication or epi-pens in which the nurse also has stored in her office.
- All medication will be returned to a parent/guardian or family representative.
- If you are unable to pick-up your child’s medication on the last day of school, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov to arrange for a different date.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation and for ensuring our students’ health and safety.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
June 23 – Election Day
Dear PS 101 Families:
Our school will be used as a polling site on Tuesday, June 23rd for the city elections and students will be eating breakfast and lunch in the classroom on this date.
- Tuesday, June 23rd is a regular school day, and all students are expected to be in school.
- Doors will open for breakfast at 7:40am and all classes will begin at 8am.
- All students will be dismissed at their regular dismissal time. Please make arrangements for your child’s pick-up.
If you have any questions or concerns, please speak with your child’s classroom teacher, or contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
Angel Center Afterschool Program Concludes on Tuesday, June 23
Dear Angel Advantage Center Families of PS 101:
Please be advised that the Angel Advantage Center Afterschool Program (which is housed in our school building daily) will conclude for the 2025–2026 school year on Tuesday, June 23.
Beginning Wednesday, June 24, students who participated in the Angel Advantage Center program will follow our regular PS 101 dismissal procedures and should be picked up according to their usual end-of-day arrangements at the designated exit door for 2pm.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Angel Advantage Center staff for their partnership and for providing enriching afterschool experiences for our enrolled students throughout the year.
If you have any questions regarding your child’s dismissal plans, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.
Thank you for your attention to this important reminder.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
NYC Public Schools Closed on June 19th for Juneteenth
Dear PS 101 Families,
Juneteenth is a time for reflection, education, and honoring the enduring strength and resilience of Black Americans. Observed annually on June 19th, this important holiday marks the end of slavery in the United States and serves as a reminder of both the struggles and the contributions of Black individuals throughout our nation’s history.
As noted in the NYC public schools’ calendar, all schools will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. School will resume on Monday, June 22nd, following our regular schedule.
Below are a few resources to support conversations at home and deepen understanding of Juneteenth’s meaning:
- https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learning/subjects/social-studies/juneteenth
- Celebrate Juneteenth – ReadWriteThink
- Reflecting on Juneteenth – Facing History & Ourselves
- The Importance of Juneteenth – Social Studies for Kids
As we observe this day, may it inspire reflection, conversation, and a continued commitment to justice and equality. Wishing all of our families a thoughtful and peaceful Juneteenth.
For upcoming dates, announcements, and school news, please visit our website at www.ps101k.com. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin, at (347) 563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
Reminder: Saturday Test Prep Program’s Last Day is June 20th
Greetings PS 101 Families:
If your child attends our Saturday Test Prep Program, kindly note that the last day for the program is June 20th.
We appreciate having your child participate in this afterschool program, and we hope everyone has a wonderful summer ahead!
Thank you for your continued support!
Reminder: BCA Afterschool Program Ended on Friday, June 12
Dear BCA Families of PS 101:
Please be advised that the Brooklyn Chinese American Association (BCA) Afterschool Program has concluded for the 2025–2026 school year.
Starting today, Monday, June 15, students who participated in the BCA program will follow our regular PS 101 dismissal procedures and should be picked up according to their usual end-of-day arrangements at the designated exit door for 2pm.
If you have any questions regarding your child’s dismissal plans, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.
Thank you for your attention to this important reminder.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
BCA Afterschool Program is Ending Today
Dear BCA Families of PS 101:
Please be advised that the Brooklyn Chinese American Association (BCA) Afterschool Program has concluded for the 2025–2026 school year.
Beginning Monday, June 15, students who participated in the BCA program will follow our regular PS 101 dismissal procedures and should be picked up according to their usual end-of-day arrangements at the designated exit door for 2pm.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the BCA staff for their partnership and for providing enriching afterschool experiences for our students throughout the year.
If you have any questions regarding your child’s dismissal plans, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.
Thank you for your attention to this important reminder.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
PS 101 The Verrazzano School 