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Important Reminder: Devices with Recording Capabilities Prohibited at School

Dear Parents and Guardians of PS 101,

We are writing to remind you of our school policy regarding personal technology and electronic devices. To ensure a safe, focused, and respectful learning environment for all students, devices capable of taking photographs, recording video, or capturing audio—including smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and digital cameras—are not permitted to be in use during the school day. These devices can create significant distractions during class and interfere with the educational process.

More importantly, this policy is essential for protecting the privacy, safety, and well-being of every child in our school community. Federal and state privacy laws strictly regulate the capture and sharing of images or recordings of minor children without official consent. Allowing unmonitored devices that record or photograph poses serious privacy concerns for our students and staff. We kindly ask for your cooperation in speaking with your child about leaving these devices at home.

Thank you for your continued partnership in keeping our school environment safe and secure for everyone.

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PS 101 Device Request

Does your child need a learning device for at home learning?

We would like to offer a learning device for our students who do not have a computer device at home for asynchronous learning and snow days. All new admits must complete the google form to survey your at-home tech needs.

All students will be issued a chromebook this year. Please note that there are no iPads available.

Complete a Learning Device Request Form: LINK:  PS 101 Device Request Form

  • Computer requests will only be honored if you DO NOT have a device at home.
  • All new admits to PS 101 MUST complete the form to verify need or not. New admits include: walk-ins, transfers, pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students.
  • If you already have a school device, you may not request another.
  • Devices will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Our Technology Specialist, Ms. Sum, will be in touch to assign a device and schedule a pick-up date. Any questions or concerns may be directed to our PS 101 Computer Technology Specialist, Ms. Sum at YSum2@schools.nyc.gov.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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