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A Heartfelt Thank You to Our PS 101 PTA
Dear PS 101 Families,
As we close out the 2025–2026 school year, we extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible PS 101 PTA for their unwavering dedication, generosity, and support. Their commitment has enriched our school community and created meaningful, joyful experiences for our students, families, and staff throughout the year.
A special thank you to our outstanding PTA Board Members:
- President: Ming Chow
- Vice President: Elise Lin
- Treasurer: Paul Chin
- Recording Secretary: Jessica Lee
- Financial Secretary: Nikki Ruan
- Corresponding Secretary: Katy Xu
- Virtual Support Liaison: Angie Li
- And to all of our amazing PS 101 Parent Volunteers!
Celebrating a Year of Impact
This year, the PTA sponsored and supported an incredible range of programs, events, and resources, including:
For Our Students:
From the beloved Halloween Pumpkin Patch (featuring over 1,300 pumpkins!) to Winter Wonderland, Lunar New Year celebrations, and Graduation festivities, the PTA brought joy and excitement to our school community. They supported essential experiences such as:
- 5th Grade milestones, including cap & gowns, Senior Trip, 1000th Day Breakfast, Field Day celebrations, and a memorable Senior Prom
- School-wide events like Dance Festival, Field Day, and Family Tie-Dye
- Enrichment programs including the Music/Band Afterschool Program and Drama Club
- Special treats and celebrations such as ice cream parties, pizza parties, and holiday goodie bags
For Our Teachers & Staff:
The PTA showed continuous appreciation through thoughtful gestures and events, including:
- Staff Holiday Breakfast and Holiday Gift Bags
- Staff Appreciation Lunch (Food Truck)
- Valentine’s Day treats and Year-End Goodie Bags
- Annual Holiday Wishing Tree
Building Community & School Spirit:
From holiday gift-away programs and raffles to decorations for major school events, the PTA helped create a warm and vibrant school environment for all.
Fundraising & Community Support
These incredible efforts were made possible through a variety of PTA fundraising initiatives, including:
- Monthly Bake Sales and seasonal boutiques
- School Spirit Wear and World’s Finest Chocolate sales
- Family events and partnerships such as Barclays Center shows and Brooklyn Football Club games
- Picture Days and Movie Night snack sales
- Fundraising to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Dedicated Volunteer Support
Our PTA volunteers played a vital role behind the scenes—organizing events, supporting classrooms, coordinating school-wide activities, and bringing families together through workshops and celebrations. Their time and effort make a lasting difference in our school community.
PS 101 families, your support means everything. Just like our teachers and staff, you are an essential part of what makes our school such a special place. Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment.
Join the PTA for the 2026–2027 School Year!
Want to be part of the magic? Become a PTA volunteer and help us continue building an amazing school community!
➡ Sign up via Remind
Code: @pta26v
With heartfelt appreciation,
Gregg Korrol
Principal, PS 101
Reminder: Last Day to Purchase PS 101 Drama Show Tickets Is Tomorrow!
Greetings PS 101 Families:
The last day to purchase tickets to our upcoming PS 101 Drama Show: Heroes Academy is tomorrow, May 19th!
Parent letters were backpacked home with students earlier in the month for you to fill out and request for tickets. Please return the letter slip with payment in a sealed envelope (labeled with your child’s name and class) to your child’s classroom teacher.
Kindly note:
| Tickets will be sent home with your child on Wednesday, May 20th. |
| When purchasing tickets, please be advised, school-age children must be accompanied by an adult for admittance on the night of the show. |
| There is no guarantee that tickets will be sold at the door. If we are sold out with pre-ticket sales and reach maximum seating, tickets will not be sold at the door. |
We hope you can join us that night to celebrate our students’ hard work in theater arts!
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
Reminder: Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, May 7th
Greetings PS 101 Families:
On Thursday, May 7th, parents/guardians will have the opportunity to speak with teachers at our Parent-Teacher Conferences. We will have ONE evening session for virtual parent conferences.
You will have the opportunity to set up a virtual/tele-conference with your child’s teacher on Thursday, May 7th from 4:30pm-7:30pm.
- Conferences will be scheduled by your child’s teacher: Evening Session ONLY from 4:30-7:30pm.
- If you don’t have an appointment, contact your child’s teacher through Google Classroom or REMIND today.
- If you are unable to participate in Parent-Teacher Conferences, please know you can contact your child’s teacher and arrange an appointment during parent engagement time on Mondays, after 2:20pm, unless otherwise indicated.
As a reminder, the final marking period report cards will be distributed via hard copy on our last day of school, June 26th. Report cards will also be posted in your child’s NYCSA.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
PS 101 Drama Show Ticket Sales Start Today!
Greetings PS 101 Families:
We are starting our ticket sales for our upcoming PS 101 Drama Show: Heroes Academy
Parent letters will be backpacked home with students for you to fill out and request for tickets. Please return the letter slip with payment in a sealed envelope (labeled with your child’s name and class) to your child’s classroom teacher.
Kindly note:
| Tickets will be sent home with your child on Wednesday, May 20th. |
| When purchasing tickets, please be advised, school-age children must be accompanied by an adult for admittance on the night of the show. |
| There is no guarantee that tickets will be sold at the door. If we are sold out with pre-ticket sales and reach maximum seating, tickets will not be sold at the door. |
We hope you can join us that night to celebrate our students’ hard work in theater arts!
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
Parent-Teacher Conferences with Cluster Teachers on May 7th
Dear PS 101 Families:
Our cluster teams are an integral part of our school success. We encourage you to speak with your child’s cluster class teacher to ensure you are aware of his/her strengths and needs for improvement. Parent-Teacher Conferences are an ideal time for you to speak with or zoom with your child’s cluster teacher.
Kindly complete and submit the Google Form indicating which cluster teacher/program you wish to be in contact with on Thursday, May 7th: LINK: https://forms.gle/hjFv2y1Rq9k7kAwg8
The teachers will be contacting you during the evening school session time: 4:30pm – 7:30pm.
Please consider your child’s cluster classes to complete and submit the Cluster Team Google Form: LINK: https://forms.gle/hjFv2y1Rq9k7kAwg8
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your child’s classroom teacher.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, May 7th
Greetings PS 101 Families:
On Thursday, May 7th, parents/guardians will have the opportunity to speak with teachers at our Parent-Teacher Conferences. We will have ONE evening session for virtual parent conferences.
You will have the opportunity to set up a virtual/tele-conference with your child’s teacher on Thursday, May 7th from 4:30pm-7:30pm.
- Conferences will be scheduled by your child’s teacher: Evening Session ONLY from 4:30-7:30pm.
- If you don’t have an appointment, contact your child’s teacher through Google Classroom or REMIND today.
- If you are unable to participate in Parent-Teacher Conferences, please know you can contact your child’s teacher and arrange an appointment during parent engagement time on Mondays, after 2:20pm, unless otherwise indicated.
As a reminder, the final marking period report cards will be distributed via hard copy on our last day of school, June 26th. Report cards will also be posted in your child’s NYCSA.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.
Sincerely,
Gregg Korrol
Principal
PTA General Membership Meeting Agenda – May 5th
Greetings PS 101 Parents/Guardians:
Our next PTA General Membership Meeting is on Tuesday, May 5th at 10:00am via Zoom. Please see below for the meeting agenda.
Thank you for your continued support!
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
PS 101 The Verrazzano School 