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Welcome to the Science Scoop!
Greetings PS 101 Families:
The Science Scoop is our monthly update from our science cluster team, As lead teachers, we will design a monthly newsletter to keep you in the science loop with the science scoop!
We want to give PS 101 families a peek inside our science labs! Each issue highlights hands-on grade-level units, spotlights inspiring Scientists of the Month (like Dr. Mae Jemison) and shares fun facts to spark curiosity at home.
In September, our young scientists have been busy investigating:
- Pre-K: Exploring our 5 senses.
- Kindergarten: Learning about living and non-living things.
- 1st Grade: Exploring all about light and sound.
- 2nd Grade: Learning about how to be a scientist and exploring landforms.
- 3rd Grade: Investigating why a train might float and why animals use camouflage.
- 4th Grade: Experimenting with fresh water vs. salt water (floating vs. sinking) and learning how we communicate.
- 5th Grade: Discovering the difference between substances and mixtures.
Scientist of the Month: Dr. Mae Jemison:
Check out the Scientist of the Month board in school to learn more about Dr. Jemison and her inspiring contributions to our world!
Science Fact of the Month:
One million Earths could fit inside the Sun!
Ask your young scientist what they’ve been discovering in science class this month! The Science Scoop shows how our students are learning to think, experiment, and explore like scientists every day. Find out the scoop every month with our PS 101 scientists!
Sincerely,
Mr. Lee and Ms. Warner
Science Cluster Team
Celebrating National Principals Month – Honoring Mr. Gregg Korrol
Dear P.S. 101K Community,
October is recognized nationally as National Principals Month—a time dedicated to celebrating the visionary leaders who work tirelessly behind the scenes and in the hallways to ensure our schools are places where children thrive, learn, and grow. We are so incredibly fortunate to work at PS 101, an incredibly special place, and that starts in any school with the leadership provided by the principal.
Today, on behalf of our entire school staff, students, and community, we want to take a moment to shine a spotlight on our exceptional leader, Principal Gregg Korrol.
From September 2005 until present day Mr. Korrol has guided PS 101 to be one of the top elementary schools in all of NYC. Think about how different life was for our children over two decades ago, and the challenges he has overcome to find such incredible sustained success over such a long period of time. Being a school principal requires extraordinary dedication, passion, and resilience, and every building leader must find their own niche. For Mr. Korrol that was technology, stewarding in the era of 21st century classrooms and making sure his staff and students were always on the cutting edge of the next technological development that could benefit student learning.
Every single day for over two decades and counting, Mr. Korrol leads P.S. 101K with a clear commitment to academic excellence, student safety, and building a warm, welcoming environment for every child who walks through our doors. From supporting our teachers in bringing innovative instructional practices into the classroom to greeting our students with energy and enthusiasm, his leadership shapes the heart of our school.
How You Can Help Us Celebrate Mr. Korrol This Month:
We would love for our school community to join us in showing our appreciation throughout the month of October! Here are a few quick ways you and your child can get involved:
- Send a Note of Thanks: Have your child write a brief thank-you card or drawing to drop off in the main office.
- Spread the Word: Leave a positive message on our school’s Instagram using the hashtag #ThankAPrincipal.
Please join me in thanking Principal Korrol for his unwavering devotion to the students, staff, and families of P.S. 101K!
– The PS 101 Family
Schools Closed on October 12th: Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Dear PS 101 Families,
Please be advised that all New York City Public Schools will be closed on Monday, October 12th in observance of Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples’ Day. This holiday honors and celebrates the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of diverse communities.
We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Tuesday, October 13th.
For important dates, updates, and announcements, please visit our school website at www.ps101k.com. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin, at (347) 563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.
Wishing you a meaningful and reflective day.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
Save the Date: Scholastic Book Fair is Taking Place on October 13th – 20th
Dear PS 101 Families,
We’re excited to announce that our Fall 2026 Scholastic Book Fair will be held at PS 101 from October 13 to October 20, 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 money to send with your child:
| Before Tax | After Tax | Rounded 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 – October 20, 2026 using the QR code below:
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact our main office at 718-372-0221.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
PS 101 Open School Week: October 13th – 16th
Dear PS 101 Families:
We are very excited for PS 101’s Open School Week. Open School Week is a chance for you to visit your child’s classroom, quietly sit in the back of the classroom and observe a lesson while instruction is taking place. We have specific designated times for you to visit from Tuesday, October 13th through Friday, October 16th.
In order for you to participate, please note the following rules:
- There is a specific scheduled time for your visit by grade. There will be no exceptions or request changes to the assigned day of the week for your child’s grade.
- You may not take pictures or video. Even though you may want a picture of your child, there are other children in the class who may not have permission to be photographed.
- To enter PS 101, please ensure you have valid ID to show our NYPD School Safety Agent for admittance.
- Please do not interrupt or disturb the teaching and learning process. Students and teachers will be working in their classrooms as they normally do.
- Please do not bring younger siblings.
- This is not a time to meet with your child’s teacher. You are there as a visitor to watch a lesson. Parent-teacher conferences are on Thursday, November 6th.
- We will have our Scholastic Book Fair and shop open for you to purchase books for your at-home child’s library.
The grade and times designated are as follows:
| GRADE | DATE | TIME |
| Grade 3 + Grade 4 + Class 234 | Tuesday, October 13 | 8:45 am – 9:30 am |
| Grade 5 + Class 548 + K5 | Wednesday, October 14 | 8:45 am – 9:30 am |
| Grade 1 + Grade 2 + Class 123 | Thursday, October 15 | 8:45 am – 9:30 am |
| PRE-K + KINDERGARTEN + Class K18 (excluding K5 > rescheduled to October 14) | Friday, October 16 | 8:45 am – 9:30 am |
Parent Teacher Conferences:
- Tuesday, November 3rd is a student non-attendance day and is also our Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences, with scheduled appointment times during the afternoon and evening sessions at 12:20 – 2:20pm and 4:30 – 7pm.
- All children in Kindergarten through fifth grades are scheduled to receive their first report card in early December – after the first marking period.
We hope you join in the teaching and learning experiences during your child’s designated date/time.
If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to speak with your child’s teacher or contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
NYCDOT Traffic Safety Lessons
Dear PS 101 Families,
Throughout the school year, PS 101 is pleased to partner with the New York City Department of Transportation (NYCDOT) to provide our students with important Vision Zero Traffic Safety lessons.
These age-appropriate classroom presentations are designed to help students develop safe pedestrian and passenger habits while traveling throughout our busy city. Lessons will reinforce important traffic safety practices, including crossing streets safely, recognizing traffic signals, and making responsible decisions while walking or riding in vehicles.
Traffic Safety presentations will be scheduled throughout the school year for students in Kindergarten through Grade 5 as follows:
- October: Grades 4 and 5
- January: Grades 2 and 3
- April: Kindergarten and Grade 1
We are grateful for our continued partnership with the NYCDOT in helping our students build safe habits that will benefit them both in and outside of school.
Working together, we can help our children make safe choices every day and build lifelong habits that keep them safe in our community. Thank you for your continued support.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
Important Update: Upcoming School Calendar & PTC Changes
Dear Parents and Families,
Please note an upcoming change to our school calendar and Parent-Teacher Conference dates:
- Election Day (Tuesday, November 3): As a reminder, all NYC school buildings are closed for in-person attendance on Election Day. For our school, this day will now be a remote half-day of instruction for students in the morning, followed by remote Parent-Teacher Conferences in the afternoon.
- Thursday, November 5: This date was originally scheduled as a Parent-Teacher Conference day with early dismissal, but it will now be a full regular instructional day for all students. Dismissal will be at 2:20pm.
Specific schedules and appointment sign-up details for Election Day conferences will be shared soon. Thank you for your continued partnership and support!
Marquis Studios Arts Residency Program
Dear PS 101 Families:
PS 101 is proud to continue our 20-year partnership with Marquis Studios, bringing professional teaching artists into our classrooms through engaging 10-week arts residencies. These hands-on experiences encourage creativity, collaboration, and cultural exploration while supporting student learning across the curriculum. Please see this year’s Marquis Studios residency offerings below:
2026-2027 Cycle 1 (October – December) and Cycle II (January – March) Residencies
| PRE-KINDERGARTEN 2 DAYS OF THE WEEK Combined w/ KGN | CYCLE II Discipline: DANCE | Residency: Creative Movement – Pre-Kindergarten – 2 Classes Teaching Artist: Negesti Mcintosh or Chris Bell |
| KINDERGARTEN 9 classesDay 1- 5 classesDay 2- 4 classes Combined w/PRE-K | CYCLE II Discipline: DANCE | Residency: Creative Movement – Kindergarten – 7 Classes (Includes Class K18) Teaching Artist: Negesti Mcintosh or Chris Bell |
| GRADE ONE 1 DAY PER WEEK | CYCLE II Discipline: VISUAL ARTS | Residency: Puppet Making – 1st Grade – 6 Classes Teaching Artist: Aurelio |
| GRADE TWO 2 DAYS PER WEEK Day 1- 4 classes Day 2- 4 classes | CYCLE II Discipline: THEATER | Residency: Circus Arts – 2nd Grade – 8 Classes (Includes Class 123) Teaching Artist: Two Too Far Team |
| GRADE THREE 2 DAYS PER WEEK Day 1- 4 classes Day 2- 4 classes | CYCLE II Discipline: VISUAL ARTS | Residency: Mosaic Art – 3rd Grade – 8 Classes (Includes Class 234) Teaching Artist: Patricia Freed (TRISH) |
| GRADE FOUR 2 DAYS PER WEEK Day 1- 4 classes Day 2- 4 classes | CYCLE II Discipline: VISUAL ARTS | Residency: Abstract Art – 4th Grade – 7 Classes Teaching Artist: Chelsey Pettyjohn |
| GRADE FIVE 2 DAYS PER WEEK Day 1- 4 classes Day 2- 4 classes | CYCLE I Discipline: VISUAL ARTS | Residency: Mixed Visual Arts –- 5th Grade – 8 Classes (Includes 548) Teaching Artist: TBD |
 Grade PRE-Kindergarten: 2 classes Classes: PRE-K1 and PRE-K2 Residency: Creative Movement > This residency serves as an introduction to dance which allows students to improve spatial awareness, rhythm, and body control. Residency Artist – Negesti Mcintosh Cycle: II |
 Grade Kindergarten: 7 classes Classes: K1-K2-K3-K4-K5-K6-K18 Residency: Creative Movement > This residency serves as an introduction to dance which allows students to improve spatial awareness, rhythm and body control. Residency Artist: Negesto Mcintosh Cycle: II |
 Grade One: 6 classes Classes: 101-102-103-104-105-106 Residency: Puppet Making > Students take a hands-on approach to the craft of puppetry, using an array of visual art materials to design and build their own creative puppets with unique character traits and expressions. Residency Artist: Aurelio Cycle: II |
 Grade Two: 8 classes Classes: 201-202-203-204-205-206-207-Class 123 Residency: Circus Arts > Students engage in physical theater and performance art circus techniques such as clowning, and comedy, in addition to learning skills such as juggling, balancing, and floor exercises. Residency Artist: Fred/Dan/Claire – Two Two Far Team Cycle: II |
 Grade Three: 8 Classes Classes: 301-302-303-304-305-306-307-234 Residency: Mosaic Art > Students in this residency learn how to arrange geometric paper shapes and/or pre-cut tiles into unique patterns and images. Students may work individually or as a team. Residency Artist: Patricia Freed (Trish) Cycle: II |
 Grade Four: 7 Classes Classes: 401-402-403-404-405-406- 407 Residency: Abstract Art > Students express ideas and feelings through color, pattern, and spatial relationships rather than literal or figurative representations. Students may use a variety of mixed media like collage, drawing, painting, paper maché etc. Residency Artist: Chelsey Pettyjohn Cycle: II |
 Grade Five: 8 Classes Classes: 501-502-503-504-505-506-507-548 Residency: Mixed Visual Arts > In this engaging exploration of 2D and 3D art, students work with a variety of materials, tools, and techniques to create original works. Students develop their understanding of color, line, texture, and composition while building confidence and creativity through hands-on experience. Residency Artist: TBD Cycle: 1 |
 Casa Grant: AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM : GRADES 2 + 3 and Grades 4 + 5 Residency: YOGA Wellness- Teaching Artists lead students through self-reflective exercises and ability-appropriate yoga poses. Students learn breath control, balance, and muscular coordination. CYCLE II January to March + CYCLE III March to June *YOGA > 15 sessions – Grades 2-3 (25 students) *YOGA > 15 sessions – Grades 4-5 (25 students) |
 *Parent/Child SATURDAY TOGETHER TIME Workshops: (6) TBD with residency titles CYCLE II: January and February |
