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Important Dates – April 2026
Dear PS 101 Families,
April is here, bringing new beginnings and a busy month ahead! We’re excited for all the learning, activities, and events taking place.
Please review the key dates below to stay up to date on this month’s important events and celebrations.
| DATE | APRIL EVENT DETAILS |
| Thursday, April 2 through Friday, April 10th | SPRING RECESS – NYC Schools Closed. Students return to school on Monday, April 13th. |
| Tuesday, April 14th | PTA General membership Meeting via ZOOM at 6PM: PTA Elections. Link to follow, closer to the meeting date. |
| Tuesday, April 14th through Friday, April 17th | CLASS LECTURE VISITS with guest speakers to review traffic safety from the NYC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION with Grades 2 and 3 ONLY. |
| Friday, April 17th | SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- IT’S FREAKY FRIDAY! SWITCH IT UP! Students: DRESS like a teacher/staff member! Staff: DRESS like a student! |
| Wednesday, April 29th | SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- ROCK THE RED DAY! American Heart Association Fundraiser WEAR RED! |
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 will achieve together!
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
AI (Artificial Intelligence) Use in NYC Schools
Dear PS101 Families,
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Reminder: There Is Still Time to Fill Out NYC Schools Parent Surveys!
Dear PS 101 Families,
It’s Parent Survey time!
School Survey = Your School + Your Voice!
Please take a few minutes to complete the NYC DOE Parent Survey to ensure your voice is heard and to help us celebrate PS 101. Your feedback is important to us, and we truly value our PS 101 families! Deadline to complete the survey is April 1, 2026.
- Online Survey Option
You may complete the Parent Survey online by visiting: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/nycdoe/login or scanning the QR code below.
Login instructions:
- Enter “f” followed by your child’s Student ID (OSIS#)
- Student ID numbers can be found at the top of the paper survey or in your family’s NYCSA account
- Paper Survey Option
If you prefer, you may complete the paper Parent Survey that was sent home. Please return it as soon as possible.
To ensure surveys can be scanned properly, please follow these instructions carefully:
- Use black ink, blue ink, or pencil only
- Fully shade the selected answer bubbles (no check marks or Xs)
- Do not make stray marks on the page
- Do not write over the QR code
- Do not tear the paper or remove the staple
Important Reminders & Incentives
- A separate survey is required for each child attending PS 101
(1 child = 1 survey, 2 children = 2 surveys, etc.) - When you complete a survey, your child will receive a FREE Full-Day “No Homework” Pass! 🎉
- Classroom Reward:
- The first class in each grade to reach 100% survey completion will earn an ICE CREAM PARTY! 🍦
- If you need help locating your child’s OSIS/Student ID number, please contact our Parent Coordinator:
- Ms. Bing
- 📞 347-563-4680
- 📧 BLin9@schools.nyc.gov
Thank you for your time, support, and partnership. Together, we continue to make PS 101 a wonderful place for our students and families!
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
Reminder: PS 101 Saturday Afterschool Program Cancelled on March 21st
Greetings PS 101 Families of Students in Saturday Test Prep Afterschool:
Kind reminder that the PS 101 Saturday Test Prep Afterschool program will be cancelled on March 21st due to the upcoming Eid al-Fitr holiday on March 20th.
We hope our students will be able to enjoy the long weekend. Our Saturday Test Prep program will resume as scheduled on Saturday, March 28th.
Thank you for your cooperation as always!
PTA: Brooklyn Football Club Fundraiser
Purchase tickets by using the QR code in the flyer or using this link: https://bkfc.group/PS101PTA
PS 101 Family Ties: Family Movie Night
Register for this event by scanning the QR code in the flyer or using this link: https://tinyurl.com/mry7r5st
Puppetry For All! Family Puppet Making Workshop (In Partnership with Puppetry In Practice, Inc.)
Dear PS 101 Families,
PS 101 is excited to partner with Puppetry in Practice, Inc. to present Puppetry for All! — a joyful, hands-on puppet making workshop designed for participants of all ages. Families will explore creativity together while learning the art of puppetry and bringing their own unique characters to life!
🗓 Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 Location: PS 101 School Building
🎟 ⚠️ Registration & Participation
- RSVP Deadline: March 22, 2026
- Capacity: Limited to 25 students
- Participants will be selected at random due to limited seating.
- Notification: Selected families will receive a separate text message from 347-563-4680 during the week of March 23, 2026
- Important: Each student must be accompanied by one parent or guardian.
🔗 RSVP Here: Google Link: https://forms.gle/y2yvxGU4gMxYtUan7
We look forward to an afternoon filled with creativity, imagination, and family fun!
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
Science Scoop – March 2026
Dear PS 101 Families:
Science curiosity continues to grow across our classrooms, and we are excited to share the March edition of the Science Scoop! We have gathered highlights from around the school to showcase the exciting investigations and discoveries happening at PS 101.
In this month’s issue, you’ll find: A spotlight on our Scientist of the Month with A fun science fact to spark conversation at home; A peek at the hands-on learning and investigations taking place across grade levels.
From observing, experimenting, and questioning to making real-world connections, our students are developing the skills and curiosity that help them think like scientists every day.
We hope you enjoy exploring this month’s Science Scoop and celebrating the wonderful scientific thinking happening throughout our school community!
Sincerely,
Ms. Warner and Mr. Lee
The PS 101 Science Team
Kind Minds Student Assembly
Dear PS 101 Families of Grades 1 – 5:
On Monday, March 23, students in Grades 1–5 will participate in our Kind Minds Student Assembly. This program focuses on promoting kindness, empathy, and positive peer interactions among students.
Through engaging activities and discussions, the assembly encourages students to think about the impact of their words and actions, practice respect, and help build a caring and supportive school community.
We look forward to this meaningful opportunity for students to reflect on the importance of kindness and working together to ensure a positive environment for all.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
PS 101 The Verrazzano School 