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Parent-Child Workshop: Celebrate the Lunar New Year & Explore Chinese Culture Together!

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

  • Location: PS 101 School Building
  • Date: February 28, 2026
  • Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

📝 Registration & Participation

  • RSVP: https://forms.gle/Pfz1zvaBu3VWpMcd9
  • RSVP Deadline: February 22, 2026
  • Capacity: Limited to 25 students
  • Participants will be selected at random due to limited seating.
  • Notification: Selected families will receive a separate text message from 347-563-4680 during the week of February 23, 2026.
  • Important: Each student must be accompanied by one parent or guardian.

✨ Come celebrate, create, and welcome the Spring together—we look forward to sharing this special cultural experience with your family!

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REVISION: Little Lighthouse Team – February School Spirit Calendar

This month, we’re glowing with gratitude, care, and school spirit, because February is all about leading with love! 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 on school spirit days! Please encourage your child(ren) to do the same because a united classroom is a happy classroom.

Friday, February 6thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – IT’S FOOTBALL SPORTS DAY
WEAR your favorite football team apparel or team jersey! Get ready for Superbowl Sunday!
RESPECT FOR ALL WEEK:
Monday, February 9th		We All Fit Together – Puzzle Pieces of Respect
Theme Day: Just like puzzle pieces, we’re all unique but fit together perfectly when we lead with kindness and respect.
The 101 Experience: Each day highlights a different “piece” of a respectful community.
SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – BE A PIECE OF THE PEACE
WEAR Tie-dye or peace signs!
RESPECT FOR ALL WEEK:
Tuesday, February 10th		We All Fit Together – Puzzle Pieces of Respect
Theme Day: Just like puzzle pieces, we’re all unique but fit together perfectly when we lead with kindness and respect.
The 101 Experience: Each day highlights a different “piece” of a respectful community.
SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – WE FIT TOGETHER
WEAR PS 101 school colors (BLUE) or a puzzle piece!
RESPECT FOR ALL WEEK:
Wednesday, February 11th		We All Fit Together – Puzzle Pieces of Respect
Theme Day: Just like puzzle pieces, we’re all unique but fit together perfectly when we lead with kindness and respect.
The 101 Experience: Each day highlights a different “piece” of a respectful community.
SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – WE ALL BELONG
WEAR something that represents your culture or heritage!
RESPECT FOR ALL WEEK:
Thursday, February 12th		We All Fit Together – Puzzle Pieces of Respect
Theme Day: Just like puzzle pieces, we’re all unique but fit together perfectly when we lead with kindness and respect.
The 101 Experience: Each day highlights a different “piece” of a respectful community.
SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – WORDS MATTER
WEAR positive message or affirmation shirts!
RESPECT FOR ALL WEEK:
Friday, February 13th		We All Fit Together – Puzzle Pieces of Respect
Theme Day: Just like puzzle pieces, we’re all unique but fit together perfectly when we lead with kindness and respect.
The 101 Experience: Each day highlights a different “piece” of a respectful community.
SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – KINDNESS CONNECTS US
WEAR RED or PINK for Love Day/Valentine’s Day Celebration!
Tuesday, February 24thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – CELEBRATE 100 DAYS OF LEARNING! 100th DAY OF SCHOOL!
WEAR 100th Day themed designs!
Wednesday, February 25thPS 101 Students: Happy 101st Day of School!
SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – PS 101 VIKING DAY!
WEAR PS 101 SCHOOL APPAREL! You may also WEAR our school color: BLUE!
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NYC Schools Parent Survey: Please Fill Out and Help Us Reach 100% Survey Completion!

Dear PS 101 Families,

It’s Parent Survey time!
School Survey = Your School + Your Voice!

Please take a few minutes to complete the NYC DOE Parent Survey to ensure your voice is heard and to help us celebrate PS 101. Your feedback is important to us, and we truly value our PS 101 families!

  1. Online Survey Option

You may complete the Parent Survey by visiting: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/nycdoe/login or scanning the QR code below.

Login instructions:

  • Enter “f” followed by your child’s Student ID (OSIS#).
  • Student ID numbers can be found at the top of the paper survey or in your family’s NYCSA account.
QR code for 2025-26 NYC School Survey
  1. Paper Survey Option

If you prefer, you may complete the paper Parent Survey that was sent home. Please return it as soon as possible.

To ensure surveys can be scanned properly, please follow these instructions carefully:

  • Use black ink, blue ink, or pencil only
  • Fully shade the selected answer bubbles (no check marks or Xs)
  • Do not make stray marks on the page
  • Do not write over the QR code
  • Do not tear the paper or remove the staple

Important Reminders & Incentives

  1. A separate survey is required for each child attending PS 101
    (1 child = 1 survey, 2 children = 2 surveys, etc.)
  2. When you complete a survey, your child will receive a FREE Full-Day “No Homework” Pass! 🎉
  3. Classroom Reward:
    • The first class in each grade to reach 100% survey completion will earn an ICE CREAM PARTY! 🍦
  4. If you need help locating your child’s OSIS/Student ID number, please contact our Parent Coordinator:
    • Ms. Bing
    • 📞 347-563-4680
    • 📧 BLin9@schools.nyc.gov

Thank you for your time, support, and partnership. Together, we continue to make PS 101 a wonderful place for our students and families!

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol
Principal

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Black History Month

Dear PS 101 Families:

Each February, Americans across the United States commemorate Black History Month, a month-long national celebration of the contributions and achievements that Black men and women have made throughout U.S. and world history.

Black History Month serves as an inclusive month-long call to action for all Americans to remember, discover, understand, and honor the key contributions that Black men and women have made to our country, our society, and to the world. In celebrating Black History Month, it is important that we recognize the adversity and impact of generational trauma, suffered by African Americans, due to our country’s history of slavery, racism, and inequality.

The power of self-care, healing, and building community couldn’t be more meaningful than right now. We will also be covering some of these important lessons and activities in class to ensure discovery learning and equity for all.

Please visit NYC DOE’s Resource page for resources to celebrate Black History Month: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learning/subjects/social-studies/celebrate-black-history-month.

Please see more resources for celebrating Black History Month at home: https://blackhistorymonth.gov/

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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Student Attendance

Dear PS 101 Families,

As we move into the colder and snowier months, we have noticed an increase in student lateness. We understand that winter weather can make mornings more challenging; however, arriving to school on time is essential for your child’s success. Instruction begins promptly at 8:00 a.m., and students who arrive after that time immediately miss valuable learning opportunities, morning routines, and important community-building activities that set the tone for the day. Establishing consistent, punctual attendance helps students feel prepared, confident, and ready to engage in their learning.

We strongly encourage families to plan for arrival between 7:40 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. Students who arrive early can take advantage of our free breakfast program and ease into their day in a calm, supportive environment. On days when weather conditions may slow traffic or create delays, please consider leaving home a few minutes earlier to ensure your child arrives on time. Your partnership makes a meaningful difference, and we appreciate your continued support in helping our students start each day ready to learn.

-PS 101 Attendance Team

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PTA Bake Sale – February 5th

Greetings PS 101 Families:

Our next PTA Bake Sale is scheduled for Thursday, February 5th! All proceeds will go towards the Early Childhood Dance Festival.

Please show your support by bringing in store-bought donations of all kinds of goods (NO NUTS OR SEEDS, PLEASE) by February 4th. As always, label your donations with your child’s name and class and they will receive a voucher for a free item at the bake sale.

For further information, please see the flyer below. Thank you for your continued support!

PTA Bake sale flyer
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Bake Sale for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Continues!

Greetings PS 101 Families:

The Little Lighthouse Team will continue to hold a bake sale for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society fundraiser tomorrow, Thursday, January 29th and Friday, January 30th.

If you’d like your child to purchase a sweet treat or snack during their lunch period, please send them to school with spending money in an envelope labeled with your child’s name and class.

All items are priced from $1 – $2.

Thank you for your continued support!

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Little Lighthouse Team – February School Spirit Calendar

Greetings PS 101 Families:

This month, we’re glowing with gratitude, care, and school spirit, because February is all about leading with love! 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. On School Spirit Days, WEAR your school colors, themed gear, or anything spirited and fun! Please encourage your child to do the same because a united classroom is a happy classroom.

Friday, February 6thIT’S FOOTBALL SPORTS DAY!
WEAR your favorite football team apparel or team jersey! Get ready for Superbowl Sunday!
RESPECT FOR ALL WEEK
Monday, February 9th		🌈 We All Fit Together – Puzzle Pieces of Respect – BE A PIECE OF THE PEACE!
WEAR Tie-dye or peace signs!
Word of the day: Peace
RESPECT FOR ALL WEEK
Tuesday, February 10th		🌈 We All Fit Together – Puzzle Pieces of Respect – WE FIT TOGETHER!
WEAR PS 101 school colors (BLUE) or a puzzle piece!
Word of the day: Unity
RESPECT FOR ALL WEEK
Wednesday, February 11th		🌈 We All Fit Together – Puzzle Pieces of Respect – WE ALL BELONG!
WEAR something that represents your culture or heritage!
Word of the day: Inclusion
RESPECT FOR ALL WEEK
Thursday, February 12th		🌈 We All Fit Together – Puzzle Pieces of Respect – WORDS MATTER!
WEAR positive messages or affirmation shirts!
Word of the day: Kindness
RESPECT FOR ALL WEEK
Friday, February 13th		🌈 We All Fit Together – Puzzle Pieces of Respect – KINDNESS CONNECTS US!
WEAR RED or PINK for Love Day/Valentine’s Day Celebration!
Word of the day: Love
ASSEMBLY for LLS Fundraiser
Tuesday, February 24thCELEBRATE 100 DAYS OF LEARNING! 100th DAY OF SCHOOL!
WEAR 100th Day themed designs!
Wednesday, February 25thPS 101 Students: Happy 101st Day of School! PS 101 VIKING DAY!
WEAR PS 101 SCHOOL APPAREL!
You may also WEAR our school color: BLUE!

Thank you for your continued support!

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Bake Sale Fundraiser for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Greetings PS 101 Families:

Our Little Lighthouse Team will be hosting a bake sale to help raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society! The bake sale will take place on Wednesday, January 28 during all lunch periods.

Please show your support by bringing in store bought goods for students to purchase. All donations can be brought into the main office by January 28th during morning drop-off or before 10:30 am. Label your donations with your child’s name and class, and they will receive a FREE item at the bake sale.

See flyer below for more details.

Thank you for your continued support!

LLT Fundraiser Bake Sale flyer
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