Scholastic Book Fair: March 16 – 24

Dear PS 101 Families,

We’re excited to announce that our 2026 Scholastic Book Fair will be held at PS 101 from March 16 to March 24, 2026!

As part of the New York State Next Generation Learning Standards, all students are encouraged to read books at their appropriate reading level to build fluency and comprehension. The Book Fair is a great opportunity for students to purchase books for both personal enjoyment and educational assignments.

📚 Reading is one of the most important skills you can help nurture in your child.

Books are affordably priced, with some starting at just $4.00 plus tax.

📌 Important Notes:

  • Sales tax will be applied to all purchases, in accordance with New York State regulations.
  • No pennies will be used or accepted to make checkout easier and avoid lost or heavy change. All amounts will be rounded up, and the extra pennies collected will go toward future school events.

Below is a sample price chart to help you estimate how much to send with your child:

Before TaxAfter TaxRounded Up (Cash Only)
$1.00$1.09$1.10
$3.99$4.34$4.35
$4.50$4.90$4.90
$4.99$5.43$5.45
$5.99$6.52$6.55
$6.99$7.61$7.65
$8.49$9.24$9.25
$8.99$9.79$9.80
$9.99$10.88$10.90
$10.99$11.96$12.00
$11.99$13.05$13.05

🕒 Class Visit Schedule:

Each class will be scheduled to visit the Book Fair during school hours.

💳 Payment Options:

  • Cash: Please send spending money in a sealed envelope, labeled with your child’s name and class.
  • eWallet: A safe, cash-free way for your child to shop. Set up your child’s eWallet between now – March 20, 2026 at the QR code below:
                               
e-wallet qr code

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact our main office.

Warm regards,

Gregg Korrol
Principal

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Reminder: Today is a Half-Day of School with Afternoon and Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences

Greetings PS 101 Families:

Today is a half-day of school with students dismissing at 11:20 am and Parent-Teacher Conferences will be conducted virtually/via telephone during the following times

  • Afternoon Session: 12:20 pm – 2:20 pm.
  • Evening Session: 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm.

Please note:

  • If you have not yet scheduled an appointment, please contact your child’s teacher through Google Classroom or the Remind app to arrange a meeting.
  • If you are unable to connect with your child’s teacher(s) on this date, please know that teachers are available to schedule alternate appointments during Monday’s Parent Engagement time (after 2:20 pm), unless otherwise arranged.
  • The second marking period report cards are available in your child’s NYC Schools Account.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact your child’s teacher or reach out to our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin, at 347-563-4680 or BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

As always, thank you for your partnership and support in your child’s education.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol
Principal

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Important Notice – Morning Test Preparation Program Entrance

Dear Families,

As a reminder, upper grade students participating in the Morning Test Preparation Program for the upper grades should arrive at 7:30 AM.

Entrance Location:
All students must enter through the corner door located at Benson Avenue and Bay 35th Street (near the mailbox on the corner).

Upon arrival, students will enter through this door and proceed to their classrooms for small group instruction.

If you are driving your child or if your child is walking to the program, please be sure that both you and your child are aware of the correct entrance location so students can enter the building safely and on time.

If you have any questions or concerns, 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 cooperation and support.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

Morning Test Prep Arrival Map
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Reminder: Tomorrow is Parent-Teacher Conferences & Half-Day of School

Greetings PS 101 Families:

We’d like to remind you that Thursday, March 5th is our spring Parent-Teacher Conferences and will be a half-day of school with student dismissal at 11:20 am. Students will eat lunch in school before leaving for the day. Please make necessary arrangements for your child ‘s early dismissal at 11:20 am. Kindly note, all PS 101 afterschool programs are cancelled on this day.

You will have the opportunity to participate in a virtual or telephone Parent-Teacher Conference with your child’s teacher on Thursday, March 5th during the following times:

  • Afternoon Session: 12:20 pm – 2:20 pm.
  • Evening Session: 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm.

Please note:

  • If you have not yet scheduled an appointment, please contact your child’s teacher through Google Classroom or the Remind app to arrange a meeting.
  • If you are unable to connect with your child’s teacher(s) on this date, please know that teachers are available to schedule alternate appointments during Monday’s Parent Engagement time (after 2:20 pm), unless otherwise arranged.
  • The second marking period report cards will be available in your child’s NYC Schools Account beginning Wednesday, March 4th.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact your child’s teacher or reach out to our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin, at 347-563-4680 or BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

As always, thank you for your partnership and support in your child’s education.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol
Principal

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