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Schoolyard Safety

Dear PS 101 Families:

Although the school playground is part of our public-school property, it becomes a shared community space after school hours, and we rely on all families to help maintain a safe and respectful environment for everyone:

  • Ensuring children use equipment safely and appropriately.
  • Safety is a shared responsibility.
  • We encourage all families to remain vigilant and to actively supervise their children during outdoor play.
  • Keeping an eye on younger siblings.
  • Encouraging kind and respectful behavior toward others with children and adults.
  • Being aware of the surroundings and reporting any unsafe situations.

Thank you for your partnership in helping to keep our schoolyard a safe and enjoyable space for all children.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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Students’ Emergency Contact Information

Dear PS 101 Parents/Guardians:

For the safety of our students and our school communities, it’s important that New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) and school staff are able to contact a trusted guardian in the event there is an emergency at the school or concerning a student in attendance.

Please be sure that PS 101 has the current address and contact information of a trusted adult who can come to school to retrieve your child in the event of an emergency.

You can update your student’s emergency contact and health information online through your New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) at schoolsaccount.nyc. You may also provide this information via the blue emergency contact card which can be retrieved at PS 101, if preferred.

Thank you as always for your partnership.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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HIV/AIDS Educational Lessons

Dear PS 101 Parents/Guardians:

HIV and AIDS are among the most serious health problems Americans have ever faced. Advances in medicine now allow people with HIV to live long and healthy lives, but there is still no cure. Health education plays a critical role in helping students learn to make healthy choices and to protect themselves and others.

The New York State Education Department and New York City Public Schools require that HIV education be taught annually to all students in kindergarten through grade 12, as part of a comprehensive health education. This year, your child will have the opportunity to learn from a new curriculum, called Growing Up and Staying Safe, that is medically accurate, inclusive, age-appropriate, and developed in partnership with national experts, local community leaders, parents/caregivers, and educators.

In the elementary grades, students learn how to stay healthy and avoid illnesses, develop self-worth and respect for their bodies, advocate for kindness and empathy, and communicate with trusted adults. Please review the following grade level overview(s) to learn more about the lessons: K-5 Parent Overview.

We respect your role as parents/guardians in teaching your child about healthy behaviors that support your family’s beliefs and values. We encourage you to discuss with your child what they are learning in health class and share your beliefs and values with them.

Parents, guardians, and schools share a common goal: we want students of all ages to be healthy in all aspects of their lives. We encourage you to speak to your child’s teacher, parent coordinator, or me if you’d like to learn more about the curriculum. Our teacher teams will be executing the required lessons during the week of Monday, December 2nd – Friday, December 6th.

If you have any questions, please speak with your child’s classroom teacher or feel free to contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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Important Dates for September 2024

Dear PS 101 Families: 

Welcome back to school! We are listing some important dates for the month of September:

DATEREASON
Tuesday, September 10thPTA General Membership Meeting via ZOOM at 10am. Link to follow, prior to the meeting date.
  Thursday, September 12thBack to School Night! Welcome to PS 101!
Families are invited to your child’s classroom for an evening session visit from 4:30-7pm. A schedule will be posted on our website and your child’s teacher will inform you of specific session times.
Wednesday, September 18thCoffee with Korrol and KINDERGARTEN 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, September 27thCoffee with Korrol and GRADE 1 FAMILIES ONLY– 9am start.
Join Principal Korrol to discuss to learn about the PS 101 philosophy for success, establish grade expectations, parenting tips, and Q&A session.
Friday, September 27thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – Celebrate YOUR HERITAGE! It’s HERITAGE DAY- represent your true-self! WEAR something special to show off your heritage and be proud!

If you should have any questions or concerns, please contact your child’s teacher or our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email BLin9@schools.nyc.gov. We hope this information will be helpful to you in planning for the month of September.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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2024-25 Student Parent Handbook

Dear PS 101 Families:

Our 2024-2025 PS 101 Student-Parent Handbook will serve you with pertinent information regarding NYCDOE procedures and academic policies. The PS 101 handbook also includes PS 101 school-level protocols in which all families and students must abide by and respect.

Please refer to this handbook: 2024-2025 Student-Parent Handbook

Thank you for your cooperation to ensure the best experiences for our school community.

If you should have any questions or concerns, kindly reach out to our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol
Principal

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Reminder: Complete Your Family Income Inquiry Form Online

Dear PS 101 Families:

The Family Income Inquiry form for the 2024–2025 school year opens today, and families have two ways to complete it online:

By using your child’s 9-digit ID (OSIS) number, and submit the online form at myschoolapps.com

OR

Access the Family Income Inquiry Form in the Student Documents section of your NYC Student Account portal: at NYC Schools Account NYSCA.

The Family Income Inquiry form is the basis for determining your school’s eligibility for Title I funding. By submitting this form annually, you can help ensure that funding for our school is properly calculated for student resources.

When you fill-out the form, PLEASE note:

  1. School District: New York City School
  2. You have entered your child’s 9-digit student ID number (OSIS #)
  3. And the school your child attends: 21K101
  4. After you complete the form, make sure you click the submit button to submit your income form.
  5. After you submit your income form, you will receive a confirmation email.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 1-347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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Last Day of School: Summer Google Classroom and Report Cards

Dear PS 101 Families:

On our last day of school, we are reflective of the past year and all we have endured. Together, we remain dedicated to ensuring the very best in the new school year and look forward to welcoming our youngsters back in September with open arms to resume rigorous instruction. Have a restful, enjoyable and safe summer vacation. Thank you for everything you do every day to ensure the 101 Experience! Here are some report card/summer information:

Summer Google Classroom:

We have created Summer Google Classrooms to allow your students to access their Summer Work Packets. Your child’s teacher has posted the access codes on his/her current Google Classroom stream, and it will be provided on your child’s report card in the ELA comment section. Please remember, the Summer Google Classroom is “view” only. It will not be monitored or interactive in any way. The purpose of the Summer Google Classroom is to post student work only.

To join your child’s Summer Google Classroom, please follow the steps below:

  1. Go to Teach Hub: TeachHub (nyc.gov)
  2. Go to the top right corner and find the (+) sign.
  3. Click the (+) sign and enter the Google Classroom Code found on your child’s report card.
  4. Join the Summer Google Classroom and follow the instructions for Summer Work.

2024-2025 Class Assignment:

Please find your child’s 2024-2025 class assignment code in the ELA comment section of the report card. 

Report Cards:

Report Cards will be accessible on NYC School Accounts for families via: www.schoolsaccount.nyc. Report cards will be made available on student accounts on Thursday, June 27th. All students will be receiving a hard copy report card on Wednesday, June 26th, 2024.

PS 101 Academic Policy:

ME: “Mastery-Exceeds” Standards (95-100) = 4 by NYS Standards

MA: “Mastery-Above” Standards (85-94) = a mid-high 3 by NYS Standards

MT: “Mastery-Meets” Standards (75-84) = a low-mid 3 by NYS Standards

MP: “Mastery-Approaching” Standards (65-74) = 2 by NYS Standards

MB: “Mastery-Below Standards (64 or less) = 1 by NYS Standards

Report Card grades will be posted on the NYC Schools Account (NYCSA) for student grades, tests scores, enrollment history, transportation, health, attendance, fitness data, scheduling and more at www.schoolsaccount.nyc

1) Go to:  www.schoolsaccount.nyc

2) Scroll to and click on the blue icon/box “Sign In”

3) ENTER your username and password credentials that you signed up with for NYCSA access.

4) CLICK on MyStudent – GREEN BOX

5) Select your student/child

6) Select: GRADES

7) Current Report Card will be visible for you to click and access.

8) Past Report Cards are also available for you to access.

If you are in need of assistance with translating report card grades, kindly refer to the NYCDOE site and scroll to sample a standard Report Card for your language choice:

1) Go to: www.schoolsaccount.nyc

2) Scroll to: Click on the blue icon/box “Sign In”

3) ENTER your username and password credentials that you signed up with for NYCSA access

4) Click SETTINGS – (top right corner-gear icon)

5) CLICK Language Preference from the list on the left side.

6) Select language preference and SAVE

School Website – Summer Updates:

Please stay tuned to important information and updates throughout the summer on our website to better help you prepare for the 2024-2025 school year: www.ps101k.com. School begins for all students on September 5th, 2024.

If you should have any questions or concerns, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 1-347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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Schoolyard Safety

Dear PS 101 Parents/Guardians:

A gentle reminder to please refrain from using your electric scooters or e-bikes in the schoolyard, as this is a serious accident waiting to happen. Please work with me to ensure the safety for students, parents, and staff.

Additionally, please be advised, student scooters and bicycles use are not permitted in the schoolyard until after 3:00 PM to ensure a safe and orderly dismissal. Smoking and pets are NOT permitted as well.

I rely on your cooperation and partnership to ensure a safe school environment while in our schoolyard. School Safety will be patrolling the perimeter of the school building to help promote safe sidewalks and schoolyard.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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NYCDOE HIV/AIDS Curriculum

Dear PS101 Families,

HIV and AIDS are among the most serious health problems Americans have ever faced. Advances in medicine now allow people with HIV to live long and healthy lives, but there is still no cure. Health education plays a critical role in helping students learn to make healthy choices and to protect themselves and others.

The New York State Education Department and New York City Public Schools require that HIV education be taught annually to all students in kindergarten through grade 12, as part of comprehensive health education. This year, your child will have the opportunity to learn from a new curriculum, called Growing Up and Staying Safe, that is medically accurate, inclusive, age-appropriate, and developed in partnership with national experts, local community leaders, parents/caregivers, and educators. Please be advised this is a mandated curriculum for all students.

In the elementary grades, students learn how to stay healthy and avoid illnesses, develop self-worth and respect for their bodies, advocate for kindness and empathy, and communicate with trusted adults. Please review the included grade level overview(s)

 K-5 Parent Overview to learn more about the lessons. We respect your role as parents/guardians in teaching your child about healthy behaviors that support your family’s beliefs and values. We encourage you to discuss with your child what they are learning in health class and share your beliefs and values with them.

Parents, guardians, and schools share a common goal: we want students of all ages to be healthy in all aspects of their lives. If you have any questions, please speak with your child’s classroom teacher or feel free to contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

Sincerely,

GK

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Have you completed and submitted your child’s Emergency Contact Form?

Dear PS 101 Families:

REMINDER! If you have not yet completed and submitted your child’s emergency contact form, please do immediately. You will find the grade link to the google form in your child’s REMIND message or Google Classroom today. You will have to sign-in using your child’s Google Classroom/DOE Student Email account. If you have more than one child, you must go log into each child’s individual account to complete the form. 

To ensure current contact information for school staff to reach you, please complete and submit the google form immediately.

If you have any issues regarding this matter, please inform your child’s teacher or call the general office at 718-372-0221.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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