Category Archives: All Students at PS 101

PS 101 & Marquis Studios pARTnership

Dear PS 101 Families,

PS 101 is proud to continue our long-standing pARTnership with Marquis Studios, bringing over 20 years of inspiring arts education to our school community!

As a pARTnership school, we are deeply committed to nurturing students’ creativity and expanding their artistic interests through engaging, culturally rich instruction across a variety of disciplines, visual arts, media, performing arts, theater, dance, and more. During each 10-week residency cycle, a dedicated arts specialist from Marquis Studios will work directly with our students to guide them through hands-on, imaginative learning experiences.

Please see the menu of Marquis Studios arts residencies planned for the 2025–2026 school year:

2025-2026 Cycle 1 (October – December) and Cycle II (January – March)  Residencies

PRE-KINDERGARTENCYCLE II Discipline: DANCEResidency: Creative Movement – Pre-Kindergarten – 2 Classes
KINDERGARTENCYCLE II Discipline: DANCEResidency: Creative Movement – Kindergarten – 7 Classes (Includes K17)
GRADE ONECYCLE II Discipline:  VISUAL ARTSResidency: Puppet Making – 1st Grade – 7 Classes (Includes 123)
GRADE TWOCYCLE II Discipline: THEATERResidency: Circus Arts – 2nd Grade – 7 Classes (Includes 237)
GRADE THREECYCLE II Discipline: VISUAL ARTSResidency: Mosaic Art – 3rd Grade – 7 Classes
GRADE FOURCYCLE II Discipline: VISUAL ARTSResidency: Abstract Art – 4th Grade – 7 Classes
GRADE FIVECYCLE I Discipline:  VISUAL ARTSResidency: Newspaper Theater – 5th Grade – 8 Classes (Includes 547)

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

Sincerely, 

Gregg Korrol 

Principal

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PTA Fundraiser with Barclays Center

Dear PS 101 Families:

The Barclays Center Sales Team has generously provided our school community with a fundraising link for the upcoming Brooklyn Nets Kids Day basketball game on Sunday, November 2, 2025.

For every ticket purchased through the link below, $5 will be donated to the PS 101 Parent Teacher Association (PTA). All proceeds will directly support PTA-sponsored activities and essential school needs.

We welcome all members of our school community to join in and participate. If you are interested in attending this exciting event, please access the Tickets Link: netspromos.com/ps101

See flyer below for further information. Thank you for your continued support and partnership!

Sincerely, 

Our PS 101 PTA

PTA Barclays Center Brooklyn Nets flyer
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NYC Schools Closed on October 2nd

Greetings PS 101 Families:

As a reminder, please note all New York City Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, October 2nd in observance of Yom Kippur.

We look forward to seeing our students when we return to school on Friday, October 3rd. 

Please visit our school website for all important dates and information. Feel free to contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 1-347-563-4680 with any questions or concerns. 

Sincerely, 

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Dear PS 101 Families,

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the importance of online safety—especially for children. To support this effort, a practical guide was created that provides tips and resources specifically designed to help parents safeguard their children on social media platforms and during online gaming. Please note that the guide is available in all NYCPS languages and is available on the Cybersecurity Awareness Month page (under A Quick Guide for Parents in the Digital Age). 

GK

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Reminder: PS 101 Academic Support/Test Prep, ELL Support, and Mandarin Afterschool Programs

Greetings PS 101 Parents of Students in Grades 2–5:

Please check your child’s backpack for a Welcome Letter regarding PS 101’s Afterschool Program, which begins Tuesday, September 30th. The letter includes important information such as your child’s assigned afterschool teacher and classroom.

If your child did not receive a Welcome Letter, it means they do not currently have a seat in the program and are on the waiting list.

Dismissal Information:

  • ELL and Mandarin Classes:
    Dismissal is at 4:15 PM through Exit 2 into the schoolyard.
  • Grades 2–5 Test Prep:
    Dismissal is at 4:15 PM through Exit 4 (cafeteria glass doors) into the schoolyard.

Note: Students who are designated as walkers have been noted accordingly.

Thank you in advance for your support.

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5th Grade Coffee with Korrol (Replay)

Missed it? No worries! You can watch the 5th Grade Coffee with Korrol which introduces parents to PS101 programs and methodology, as well as gives parents strategies for success.
Please click the CC (closed captioning) to translate to additional languages

Part 1: The Middle School Application process


Part 2: Parenting Advice including how to deal with a soon-to-be teen, when to let your children have space, how to respond when they get moody and why you must talk to your daughter about her period/menstrual cycle:

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Important Dates – October 2025

Dear PS 101 Families,

The fall season is now in full swing! October is filled with exciting activities, special events, and opportunities for our students to explore, grow, and thrive, both in and out of the classroom.

Please review the important October dates below to stay informed at PS 101.

DATEOCTOBER EVENT DETAILS
Wednesday, October 1stPTA EVENT – FALL PHOTO DAY! Grades 3-4-5
Wednesday, October 1stPancakes with Percaccio – Leader of the Month
Was your child selected as Leader of the Month?
Join Assistant Principal Percaccio to celebrate your child’s successes and leadership qualities!
Wednesday, October 1stCoffee with Korrol and GRADE 1 FAMILIES ONLY- 9am start.
Join Principal Korrol to discuss and learn about the PS 101 philosophy for success, establish grade expectations, parenting tips, and Q&A session.
Thursday, October 2ndNYC Schools Closed – Yom Kippur Observance
Tuesday, October 7thPTA General Membership Meeting via ZOOM at 6pm.
Link to follow, prior to the meeting date. 
Friday, October 10thCoffee with Korrol and GRADE 2 FAMILIES ONLY- 9am start.
Join Principal Korrol to discuss and learn about the PS 101 philosophy for success, establish grade expectations, parenting tips, and Q&A session.
Friday, October 10thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- CRAZY HAIR DAY!
Do you have a silly hairstyle to share? WEAR your craziest, silliest, most fun hairstyle!
Monday, October 13thNYC Schools Closed
Holiday Observance: Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Tuesday, October 14th – Friday, October 17thPS 101 Open School Week
Visit PS 101 while instruction is taking place as an observer. You will see your child working in their classroom with their teacher and classmates. A specific schedule of dates/times and grades/classes to follow.
Tuesday, October 14th – Monday, October 21stSCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR- SHOP and SAVE at PS 101! Send your child to school with spending money or set-up ewallet for book shopping!
Thursday, October 16thCoffee with Korrol and GRADE 4 FAMILIES ONLY – 9am start.
Join Principal Korrol to learn about the PS 101 philosophy for success, establish grade expectations, parenting tips, and Q&A session.
Friday, October 17thCoffee with Korrol and GRADE 3 FAMILIES ONLY – 9am start.
Join Principal Korrol to learn about the PS 101 philosophy for success, establish grade expectations, parenting tips, and Q&A session.
Monday, October 20thAll NYC School Closed – Diwali Observance 
Friday, October 24thCoffee with Korrol and GRADE PRE-K FAMILIES ONLY – 9am start.
Join Principal Korrol to learn about the PS 101 philosophy for success, establish grade expectations, parenting tips, and Q&A session.
Friday, October 24thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- THINK PINK!
Let’s support Breast Cancer Awareness month and WEAR PINK! Show your Viking Leader Pride and Support: WEAR PINK
Friday, October 31stPTA FALL EVENT: PUMPKIN PATCH!
Friday, October 31stSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- CHARACTER DAY AT PS 101! Dress up as your favorite character/person!

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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District 21 Middle School Showcase

Greetings Grade 4 and 5 Families:

District 21 will be hosting a Middle School Showcase on October 6th for our current 5th graders to highlight the many wonderful academic programs our District has to offer. Fourth-grade families are encouraged to attend. Please see flyer below for event details and District 21’s Middle School and High School admission events calendar can be found here.

District 21 Middle School Showcase flyer
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PS 101 Grade Tags

Dear PS 101 Families,

To support a smooth and safe arrival each morning, we will be implementing a colored tag system for all students. Each grade will be assigned a specific color tag that will be attached to your child’s bookbag. The tag will make things easier for our staff to help guide students to their designated grade-level line-up areas and to watch for students in the incorrect arrival location.

Important Reminders for Families:

  • Please ensure your child’s tag remains on their bookbag at all times.
  • Do not remove, replace, or decorate the tag, as it is an important safety and organizational tool.
  • If a tag becomes damaged or lost, please notify your child’s teacher so we can provide a replacement.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us create a safe, efficient, and positive start to each school day.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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