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Take Your Child to Work Day

Dear PS 101 Parents and Guardians:

Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 is designated as the national Take Your Child to Work Day. This is an enriching, educational experience in which youngsters will develop important qualities and valuable traits of successful teams and workplaces.

The annual Take Your Child To Work Day event is designed to assist students in forming ideas about their future career paths. Businesses and organizations are encouraged to show students the connection between their academic achievements and success in the workforce.

If your child is accompanying you to your job to learn about your occupation, please ensure that you obtain a letter from your establishment for your child to bring to school. This absence is considered excused and will be coded as such with our attendance office with documentation from your employer.

The annual family event creates opportunities for parents/guardians to highlight their places of employment, explain their job responsibilities, introduce co-workers, discuss various career choices and spend some quality time together. We encourage you to take advantage of this wonderful and eye-opening learning opportunity with your child.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to 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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PS 101 Crayon Initiative

Dear PS 101 Families,

To commemorate Earth Day on April 22, PS 101 is proud to participate in a meaningful initiative that supports both our environment and children in need.

Through the Crayon Initiative, used crayons are collected, recycled, and remanufactured into new, durable crayons that are donated to children in hospitals across the country. These redesigned crayons are larger, easy to grip, and designed not to roll, bringing comfort, creativity, and joy to young patients.

We invite our PS 101 community to join us in this effort by donating any used or unwanted crayons from home. Instead of throwing them away, let’s give them a second life!

Collection Details:

  • Drop-off boxes in the main entrance
  • Students may bring in crayons and deposit them throughout the collection period

Together, we can help reduce waste, protect our planet, and brighten the days of children in hospitals.

Thank you for your continued support and for helping us make a difference, one crayon at a time!

Donate your crayons now!

Sincerely,

Ms. Correnti, Ms. Mark and PS 101’s Little Lighthouse Team

For more information: https://thecrayoninitiative.org/our-work/

Crayon Initiative
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Little Lighthouse Team – April School Spirit Calendar

As spring blossoms, so does our Lighthouse spirit. April is all about growth, gratitude, and glowing together! 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, April 17thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- IT’S FREAKY FRIDAY! SWITCH IT UP!
Students: DRESS like a teacher/staff member!
Staff: DRESS like a student!
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Family Eco Art Jam Workshop: Weaving with Recycled Materials

Greetings PS 101 Families:

We have an upcoming Creative, Eco-Minded Adventure for PS 101 Families!

Hosted in partnership with the Brooklyn Arts Council:

📅 Date: Friday, April 17, 2026

⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM (Doors open at 3:15 PM)

📍 Location: PS 101 School Building

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who Can Join?

Current PS 101 students, parents, and caregivers — all ages welcome!

⚠️ Registration & Participation

• RSVP: https://forms.gle/3ufb2Z8w4kZXYcSS6

• RSVP Deadline: April 12, 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 April 13, 2026

• Important: Each student must be accompanied by one parent or guardian

🎨 What to Expect:

• 90-minute afterschool mixed-media art experience

• Hands-on weaving with recycled materials

• Create collaborative artwork using sustainable & repurposed materials

• Explore paint, collage, sculpture & tactile media

• Spark imagination and meaningful conversations

• Strengthen family connections through creativity

🌎 Work with found objects and discover how art connects us to the world around us!

✨ Come make something meaningful together! ✨

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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NYC Public Schools Closed on April 2 – 10

Greetings PS 101 Families,

As a reminder, per the New York City public schools’ calendar, school will be closed for Spring Recess from Thursday, April 2nd through Friday, April 10th. We hope you enjoy a restful and joyful break with family and friends.

We look forward to welcoming students back on Monday, April 13th.

For upcoming dates, announcements, and school news, please visit our website at www.ps101k.com. If you have any questions or need support, feel free to contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin, at (347) 563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

Warm wishes for a wonderful Spring Recess,

Gregg Korrol
Principal

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Important Dates – April 2026

Dear PS 101 Families,

April is here, bringing new beginnings and a busy month ahead! We’re excited for all the learning, activities, and events taking place.

Please review the key dates below to stay up to date on this month’s important events and celebrations.

DATEAPRIL EVENT DETAILS
Thursday, April 2 through Friday, April 10th SPRING RECESS – NYC Schools Closed.
Students return to school on Monday, April 13th.
Tuesday, April 14thPTA General membership Meeting via ZOOM at 6PM: PTA Elections.
Link to follow, closer to the meeting date.
Tuesday, April 14th through Friday, April 17thCLASS LECTURE VISITS with guest speakers to review traffic safety from the NYC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION with Grades 2 and 3 ONLY.
Friday, April 17thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- IT’S FREAKY FRIDAY! SWITCH IT UP!
Students: DRESS like a teacher/staff member!
Staff: DRESS like a student!
Wednesday, April 29thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- ROCK THE RED DAY!
American Heart Association Fundraiser 
WEAR RED!

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher or our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin, at 347-563-4680 or BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

As always, thank you for your continued partnership and support. We’re grateful for a memorable year and look forward to celebrating all that our students will achieve together!

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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Reminder: There Is Still Time to Fill Out NYC Schools Parent Surveys!

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! Deadline to complete the survey is April 1, 2026.

  1. Online Survey Option

You may complete the Parent Survey online 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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