Reminder: PTA Bake Sale on October 16th!

Greetings PS 101 Families:

Our PTA’s next bake sale is coming up on October 16th! Please show your support by donating store bought pre-packaged goods (NO NUTS OR SEEDS) for students to purchase during all lunch periods.

Donations can be brought to the PTA room by October 15th, before 10:30 AM. Label your donation with your child’s name and class, and he/she will receive a voucher for a FREE item at the bake sale.

Thank you for your continued support!

PTA October bake sale flyer

Reminder: Open School Week Starts Today!

Dear PS 101 Parents/Guardians:

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. We have specific designated times for you to visit from Tuesday, October 14th through Friday, October 17th. Open School Week is an opportunity to visit PS 101 while instruction is taking place.

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/CLASSDATETIME PERIOD
Grade 3 + Grade 4 + Class 237Tuesday, October 148:45 am – 9:30 am
Grade 1 + Class 547 + Class K17 + Class 123Wednesday, October 158:45 am – 9:30 am
Grade 5 + Grade 2Thursday, October 168:45 am – 9:30 am
PRE-K + KINDERGARTENFriday, October 178:45 am – 9:30 am

Parent-Teacher Conferences:

  • Thursday, November 6th is a half-day for all students 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

Scholastic Book Fair Starts Today: October 14 -21!

Dear PS 101 Families,

We’re excited to announce that our 2025 Scholastic Book Fair will be held at PS 101 from October 14 to October 21, 2025!

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 – October 21, 2025 at the QR code below:
Book Fair QR Codes

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

Warm Regards,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

Scholastic Book Fair Starts Next Week: October 14 -21!

Dear PS 101 Families,

We’re excited to announce that our 2025 Scholastic Book Fair will be held at PS 101 from October 14 to October 21, 2025!

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 – October 21, 2025 at the QR code below:

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

Warm Regards,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

PTA Bake Sale – October 16th

Greetings PS 101 Families:

Our PTA’s next bake sale is coming up on October 16th! Please show your support by donating store bought pre-packaged goods (NO NUTS OR SEEDS) for students to purchase during all lunch periods.

Donations can be brought to the PTA room by October 15th, before 10:30 AM. Label your donation with your child’s name and class, and he/she will receive a voucher for a FREE item at the bake sale.

Thank you for your continued support!

PTA October bake sale flyer

NYC Public Schools Closed on October 13th

Dear PS 101 Families,

Please be advised that all New York City public schools will be closed on Monday, October 13th 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 14th.

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

Open School Week: October 14th – 17th

Dear PS 101 Parents/Guardians:

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. We have specific designated times for you to visit from Tuesday, October 14th through Friday, October 17th. Open School Week is an opportunity to visit PS 101 while instruction is taking place.

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/CLASSDATETIME PERIOD
Grade 3 + Grade 4 + Class 237Tuesday, October 148:45 am – 9:30 am
Grade 1 + Class 547 + Class K17 + Class 123Wednesday, October 158:45 am – 9:30 am
Grade 5 + Grade 2 Thursday, October 168:45 am – 9:30 am
PRE-K + KINDERGARTENFriday, October 178:45 am – 9:30 am

Parent-Teacher Conferences:

  • Thursday, November 6th 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

PTA Spirit Wear

Dear PS 101 Families:

We are excited to share that PS 101 School Spirit Wear is now available for purchase! Wearing school spirit apparel is a fun way for students, staff, and families to show pride in our school community.

Please see the below flyer for details on available items and instructions on how to place an order. We encourage you to review the flyer carefully for sizes and pricing! 

Thank you for supporting our school spirit!

Sincerely, 

Your PTA

PS101 PTA spirit wear order form
PS101 PTA Spirit wear order form

Little Lighthouse Team – October School Spirit Calendar

October is glowing with spirit! Our Little Lighthouse Team is all about lighting the way with positivity, pride, and purpose.

Let’s Celebrate Our PS 101 Family!

We’re building a culture that shines with connection and community. Wear your school colors, themed gear, or anything spirited and fun during school spirit days! Please encourage your child(ren) to do the same because a united classroom is a happy classroom.

Friday, October 10thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – CRAZY HAIR DAY!
Do you have a silly hairstyle to share?
Wear your craziest, silliest, most fun hairstyle!
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 31stSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- CHARACTER DAY AT PS 101
Dress up as your favorite character/animal/person!