Greetings PS 101 Families:
Our PTA will be hosting a Valentine’s Day Boutique for students to purchase gifts for friends and family. The boutique will take place on Thursday, February 12th and Friday, February 13th during all lunch periods.
All sales proceeds will go towards student events and activities. Thank you in advance for your support!
Dear PS 101 Families,
Due to travel delays, the Echo Dance Team unfortunately has to reschedule their performance for our students to a later date in the spring. Therefore, we will be postponing our Respect for All student assembly that was originally scheduled for February 9th. We will announce the new date once it is confirmed.
In the meantime, our students still have the FUNdraiser for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society assembly on February 13th to look forward to!
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Dear PS 101 Families:
Today, Wednesday, February 4th, schools across New York City, including PS 101, will participate in our second Sustainability Climate Action Day of the year!
This citywide initiative encourages students to learn about and take action toward protecting our planet. Our focus for this Climate Action Day was ENERGY, understanding where our energy comes from, how it is used, and what we can do to conserve it in our school and community.
Throughout the day, students will engage in lessons and activities centered on energy conservation, including:
Together, we’re working to build awareness and develop sustainable habits that will benefit our environment today and for years to come.
Thank you for supporting our efforts at home by encouraging conversations with your child about how small actions, like turning off lights when not in use, unplugging devices, and being mindful of heating and cooling—can make a big difference.
Let’s continue to make PS 101 a model for sustainability and care for our planet!
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
Dear PS 101 Families,
In recognition of Respect for All Week, PS 101 will be hosting a Respect for All Assembly for students on Monday, February 9th.
As part of this special event, we are excited to welcome the Echo Dance Team, who will visit our school to present an engaging, high-energy performance that blends dance, music, and storytelling. Through their show, students will explore important messages centered on respect, kindness, inclusion, and standing up against bullying.
The assembly is designed to encourage students to celebrate differences, support one another, and reflect on positive choices they can make within our school community. Our students will leave feeling motivated, empowered, and inspired to show respect for themselves and others.
We look forward to sharing this meaningful experience with our student
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
RESPECT FOR ALL WEEK: FEBRUARY 9TH – FEBRUARY 13TH
Dear PS 101 Families:
PS 101 and the NYC Department of Education are committed to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment that is free from harassment, intimidation and/or bullying and from discrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, citizenship/immigration status, religion, creed, national origin disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or weight. Here you may find a joint letter to parents from New York City Public Schools. The letters are also available in other languages here.
This year’s Respect for All Week is Monday, February 9, 2026 to Friday, February 13, 2026. At PS 101, Our teachers will include learning activities to infuse Respect for All initiatives with lessons planned for this special week.
Scheduled events and activities to celebrate Respect and Kindness:
★ The Great Kindness Challenge – PS 101 is participating in the Great Kindness Challenge during Respect for All Week. The checklists will be sent home with each student and offer many suggestions and ideas for acts of kindness.
★ VIDEO and DISPLAY Choice Contest: Classes will be participating in a video and/or display contest with the theme of Respect this week. Voting will occur and winning classes will receive a prize!
★ Respect and Kindness Morning Announcements – Little Lighthouse Team members will be sharing special morning announcements for each day of the week.
★ Respect for All week takes place in February, which is also Black History Month. Please see WordPress post here for home resources.
★ School Spirit Days –
○ Monday, February 9 – BE A PIECE OF THE PEACE! WEAR Tie-dye or peace signs!
○ Tuesday, February 10 – WE FIT TOGETHER! WEAR PS 101 school colors (BLUE) or a puzzle piece!
○ Wednesday, February 11 – WE ALL BELONG! WEAR something that represents your culture or heritage!
○ Thursday, February 12 – WORDS MATTER! WEAR positive messages or affirmation shirts!
○ Friday, February 13 – KINDNESS CONNECTS US! WEAR RED or PINK for Love Day/Valentine’s Celebration!
Thank you for your continued effort and involvement. Please feel free to contact the School Counselor, Ms. Kipriadis, with any questions at KKipriadis2@schools.nyc.gov.
More information can be found on the NYC DOE’s Respect for All page: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/school-environment/respect-for-all/respect-for-all-handouts
Sincerely,
Ms. Kipriadis and Ms. Liebert, PS 101 School Counselors
Greetings PS 101 Families:
Join us during Respect for All week for a PS 101 FUNdraiser! We will be raising funds for a good cause during the week of February 2nd through February 11th. All proceeds will go to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
During this week, students can purchase tickets for “Pie in the Face” and Stuck for a Buck”, and on February 13th, we will hold our student assembly where students will be able to tape their favorite teachers to the wall or “pie” a teacher on stage.
Ticket Prices:
Pie in the Face: 1 ticket for $2 or 3 tickets for $5.
Stuck for a Buck: 1 ticket for $1.
For more details, see flyer below. We hope our students will join us for this fun event for a good cause!
Dear PS 101 Families,
Join us as we celebrate Lunar New Year 2026 — the Year of the Horse 🐎 with a hands-on cultural experience for families! This interactive workshop will introduce students and parents to traditional Chinese paper cutting while learning the meaning behind an important Chinese word.
🧧 Workshop Topic
Paper Cutting: Chinese Word “Spring” (春 · Chun)
Discover the cultural significance of Chun, a symbol of renewal, hope, and new beginnings.
📍 Event Details
📝 Registration & Participation
✨ Come celebrate, create, and welcome the Spring together—we look forward to sharing this special cultural experience with your family!
PS 101 The Verrazzano School 