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PS 101 School and Schoolyard Important Safety Reminders

Dear PS 101 Families,

Please be advised of the following safety practices in and outside of the school building. Safety is a shared responsibility amongst our community and by practicing these safety protocols, you can help us maintain a safe and respectful environment for students and everyone in our school community.

School and Schoolyard Rules:

  • We love animals, but for safety reasons dogs and other pets are not allowed in the school building, schoolyard and dismissal areas. While you absolutely love your pets, please be reminded that some children and adults get scared.
  • Do not use electric scooters or e-bikes in the schoolyard, directly in front of the school or on the school ramps.
  • Scooters and bicycles are not permitted for use in the schoolyard before 3:00 pm which ensures a safe and orderly dismissal.
  • Students are not permitted to play ball in the school yard during dismissal. After everyone dismisses at 3:00 pm, students may use the park with parent supervision.
  • Do not bring glass containers onto school grounds. Glass containers of any kind pose as a risk, and we will discard any of these items if observed in the classroom. Please ensure only plastic containers, bottles, or jars are used for all purposes.
  • When using the schoolyard during afterschool hours, you must remain vigilant and supervise your children during outdoor play. Do not leave your children unattended, especially younger, non-school age children.
  • Smoking is not allowed in the schoolyard or around the school building as per NYS Law.
  • Encourage kind and respectful behavior toward others with children and adults.

Drills: Evacuation and Lockdown

  • Evacuation Drills (AKA Fire drills)- occur 8 times per year
    Our first 6 Evacuation Drills will take place the weeks of September 14, 21 and 28.
  • Lockdown Drills– occur 4 times per year.
    Our first lockdown drill will be in October and our second in November.
  • You can read more about Safety Protocols and Required Drills here

Thank you as always for your partnership and cooperation in keeping our school premises a safe and enjoyable space for all children.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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Important Dates: September 2026

Dear PS 101 Families,

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! We are excited to begin another year of learning, growth, and partnership with our PS 101 families. As we kick off a new school year together, please review the important September dates and upcoming events below to help your family stay informed and prepared.

Have a wonderful month!

DATESEPTEMBER EVENT DETAILS
Thursday, September 10thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – SHOW YOUR PS 101 VIKING PRIDE!
WEAR PS 101 school apparel! You may also WEAR our school color: BLUE!
Friday, Sepetember 11thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY-  HONOR, SUPPORT, AND REMEMBER!
WEAR RED-WHITE-BLUE
Let’s commemorate 9/11 and show our support!
Tuesday, September 15thPTA General Membership Meeting via ZOOM at 6pm. Link to follow, prior to the meeting date. 
Friday, 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.
*Remember to register!
Monday, September 21stNYC Schools Closed – Yom Kippur Observance
Friday, September 25th Coffee with Korrol and GRADE 5 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.
*Remember to register!
Friday, September 25thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY! Celebrate YOUR HERITAGE!
It’s HERITAGE DAY – represent your true-self!
WEAR something special to show-off your heritage and be proud!
Tuesday, September 29thDAY 1 PTA EVENT – FALL PHOTO DAY!
Early Childhood Grades Only- Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade
Wednesday, September 30thDAY 2 PTA EVENT – FALL PHOTO DAY!
Grade 2- Grade 3-Grade 4-Grade 5
Wednesday, September 30thBack 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.

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 have achieved together!

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol
Principal

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A Letter from Principal Korrol: Welcome to the 2026-27 School Year!

Dear PS 101 Families:

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year at PS 101! It is with great excitement that we welcome both new and returning families to another year of learning, growth, and opportunity. At PS 101, we are proud to provide a nurturing school community where every child is encouraged to explore, discover, achieve, and belong.

At PS 101, we believe learning extends far beyond the classroom walls. Guided by our vision of Bridging Education + the World, we provide meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, foster leadership, and prepare students for success in school and beyond.

Our school day begins with breakfast at 7:40 am, followed by instruction promptly at 8:00 am. Dismissal is at 2:20 pm. We appreciate your support in ensuring your child arrives at school on time each day, ready to learn.

Students benefit from engaging instruction aligned to NYC Reads and NYC Solves, supported by HMH Into Reading and Savvas enVision Mathematics. Beyond the classroom, students enjoy enriching experiences through STEM, LEGO Robotics, Scientific Inquiry, Visual Arts, Graphic Design, Dance, Music, Library, Physical Education, and daily Move to Improve activities that encourage creativity, wellness, and exploration.

At PS 101, we believe in educating the whole child. Through Leader in Me, Civics for All, Sustainability Education, Financial Literacy, and our daily WIN (What I Need) instructional block, students develop leadership, responsibility, problem-solving skills, and receive personalized support that helps every learner grow with confidence.

The safety and well-being of our students remain our highest priority. We appreciate your partnership in helping us maintain a safe and secure learning environment by ensuring students arrive no earlier than 7:40 am, reviewing personal safety reminders at home, and completing all beginning-of-the-year forms promptly.

Strong partnerships between home and school are the foundation of student success. Thank you for the trust you place in us each day. Please peruse the parent handbook for school information: 2026-2027 Student-Parent Handbook.docx

On behalf of our entire faculty and staff, welcome to another exciting year at PS 101. We look forward to celebrating your child’s achievements and creating wonderful memories together throughout the school year.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol
Principal

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PTA General Membership Meeting & Title I Parent Advisory Council Annual Meeting

Greetings PS 101 Parents:

Our next PTA General Membership Meeting is scheduled for September 15th at 6 PM via Zoom and the Title I Parent Advisory Council Annual Meeting is scheduled for September 15th at 6:30 PM via Zoom.

Please see the following agendas for each meeting and we hope to have you join us:

PTA General Membership Meeting Agenda
Title I PAC Meeting Agenda
Title I PAC Meeting Invitation Memo
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Save The Date: BCA’s DYCD COMPASS Afterschool Program Parent Information Session for the 2026-27 School Year

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Interested in an Afterschool Program for Your Child? Join BCA to learn about the DYCD COMPASS Afterschool Program for students in ALL GRADES!

📅 Event Details

🗓️ Date: Thursday, 9/3/2026

🕙 Time: Start @ 12PM

📍 Location: PS 101 School Building

✅ RSVP Today! Please complete the RSVP form below so we can:
✨ Plan accordingly for the session

📝 RSVP Form: https://forms.gle/E2WkYAsstKe34JbA6

🎯 What Will Be Covered?

✨ Provide a general program overview of the afterschool program
✅ Explain program eligibility and services

❓ Questions & Answers: Get answers to your questions directly from BCA staff.

📝 Application Assistance: Receive help completing the application.

⚠️ Please Note

🏢 BCA’s DYCD COMPASS Afterschool Program is a community-run program and is NOT operated by PS 101.

👥 BCA staff will lead the presentation, answer questions, and assist families with the application process.

💙 We Hope to See You There! 💙

📢 All interested PS 101 families are welcome to attend!

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Reminder: Medication Pick-Up on June 26th

Dear PS 101 Parents/Guardians:

Individual letters were sent home for students with epi-pen/asthma pumps or medication pick-up on the last day of school.

If you have given any medication to the school for health and safety reasons this school year, please note it will be returned on Friday, June 26th.

  • On Friday, June 26th, teachers will return EPI-PEN (#1) medication that was housed in the classroom (directly at dismissal).
  • If medication was submitted to the nurse during the school year (ASTHMA PUMPS, EPI-PENS (#2), or OTHER MEDICATIONS), parents/guardians will need to visit the nursing station before or after dismissal (no later than 3pm) to retrieve asthma inhalers, other medication or epi-pens in which the nurse also has stored in her office.
  • All medication will be returned to a parent/guardian or family representative.
  • If you are unable to pick-up your child’s medication on the last day of school, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov to arrange for a different date.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation and for ensuring our students’ health and safety.

Sincerely, 

Gregg Korrol

Principal 

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Medication Pick-Up on June 26th

Dear PS 101 Parents/Guardians:

Individual letters were sent home for students with epi-pen/asthma pumps or medication pick-up on the last day of school.

If you have given any medication to the school for health and safety reasons this school year, please note it will be returned on Friday, June 26th.

  • On Friday, June 26th, teachers will return EPI-PEN (#1) medication that was housed in the classroom (directly at dismissal).
  • If medication was submitted to the nurse during the school year (ASTHMA PUMPS, EPI-PENS (#2), or OTHER MEDICATIONS), parents/guardians will need to visit the nursing station before or after dismissal (no later than 3pm) to retrieve asthma inhalers, other medication or epi-pens in which the nurse also has stored in her office.
  • All medication will be returned to a parent/guardian or family representative.
  • If you are unable to pick-up your child’s medication on the last day of school, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 347-563-4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov to arrange for a different date.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation and for ensuring our students’ health and safety.

Sincerely, 

Gregg Korrol

Principal 

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Parent-Teacher Conferences on November 6th

Greetings PS 101 Families:

We’d like to remind you that Thursday, November 6th is our fall Parent-Teacher Conferences and will be a half-day of school with student dismissal at 11:20 am. Students will eat lunch in school before leaving for the day. Please make necessary arrangements for your child ‘s early dismissal at 11:20 am.

You will have the opportunity to participate in a virtual or telephone Parent-Teacher Conference with your child’s teacher on Thursday, November 6th during the following times:

  • Afternoon Session: 12:20 pm. – 2:20 pm.
  • Evening Session: 4:30 pm. – 7:00 pm.

Please note:

  • If you have not yet scheduled an appointment, please contact your child’s teacher through Google Classroom or the Remind app to arrange a meeting.
  • If you are unable to connect with your child’s teacher(s) on this date, please know that teachers are available to schedule alternate appointments during Monday’s Parent Engagement time (after 2:20 pm), unless otherwise arranged.
  • The first marking period report cards will be available in your child’s NYC Schools Account beginning Monday, December 1st.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact your child’s teacher or reach out to our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin, at 347-563-4680 or BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

As always, thank you for your partnership and support in your child’s education.

Sincerely, 

Gregg Korrol
Principal

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P.S. 101 – Soft Lockdown DRILL

Please be advised we entered into a soft lockdown DRILL today.

As per DOE requirements, we are to do 4 drills per year. I am happy to inform you that everything was very swift and everyone (staff and students) responded perfectly according to our protocol.

Thank you to the staff and students.

G. Korrol
Principal

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Afterschool Programs

Greetings PS 101 Families,

Each year, PS 101 creates limited after-school programs which have different areas of focus based on academic need. While all students can use some degree of additional support, there are many students in our school who do not have any additional support (such as a Special Ed service, ESL service, etc.) and do need additional help.

Our first round of after-school academic programs starting in late September are for teacher-selected students in grades 2-5 and based on a specific academic criterion (mid-level 2 students to low level 3 students who do not get additional support and need it). Students are chosen based on a grade criterion (listed above) and if they will benefit from additional instructional time. As the year continues, we will potentially create other after-school or before school programs that target different instructional needs and/or groups of students.

Additionally, the following programs are planned:

  • For parents, we have an adult Saturday English Language Learner Program at PS 101 and you can contact our Parent Coordinator Bing at 347-563-4680 or via email BLin9@schools.nyc.gov for more information about these classes.
  • We also are planning our Together Time Parent-Child workshops on Saturdays which will begin in November.
  • Grades 2-5 will have the opportunity to join our yoga after-school club, scheduled for January.

As a reminder, if you are not part of this round of after-school and want additional support, you have FREE access to online tutoring through iReady which tailors’ instruction to your child’s specific needs and gives direct feedback.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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