PTA General Membership and PAC Title I Meeting on Tuesday, May 7th

Greetings PS 101 Parents/Guardians:

Please see below for the agendas for the PTA General Membership Meeting on Tuesday 5/7/24 at 6:00 PM and PAC Title I meeting on Tuesday 5/7/24 at 6:30 PM via Zoom.

PTA GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING AGENDA:

Tuesday, 5/7/24 @ 6:00 pm via Zoom (meeting info will be sent via Remind)

  • Meeting Call to Order
  • Principal’s Report
  • Review of April Minutes / Motion to Approve
  • President’s Report
  • Treasurer’s Report
  • Amendment to ByLaws / Teacher Liaison
  • SLT Updates
  • Questions & Concerns Session
  • Motion to Adjourn

UPCOMING DATES:

2024:

May 7-8             NYS MATH Exam (3-5 grades)

May 9                Parent-Teacher Conferences

May 9-10           Mother’s Day Boutique

May 10              Ice Cream Treat for after NYS Exams

May 13              4th Grade Field Day

May 14              May PTA Bake Sale

May 20              5th Grade Field Day / Pizza Party

May 27              Memorial Day (no school)

May 28              Senior Trip

May 29              Dance Festival (PreK-2nd)

Jun 4                 June PTA General Meeting (10am)

Jun 13-14          Father’s Day Boutique

Jun 18               PreK Stepping Up

Jun 18               June PTA Bake Sale

Jun 20               Kindergarten Stepping Up

Jun 21               5th Grade Graduation

Jun 24               Senior Prom

Jun 26               Last Day of School

PAC / TITLE I MEETING AGENDA:

Tuesday, 5/7/24 @ 6:30 pm via Zoom (meeting info will be sent via Remind)

  • Meeting Call to Order
  • Review of April Minutes / Motion to Approve
  • PAC / Title I updates
  • Questions & Concerns Session
  • Motion to Adjourn

Thank you for your continued support!

Reminder: Saturday Test Prep Afterschool Programs are Cancelled Tomorrow

Greeting PS 101 Families:

Please be advised that tomorrow’s Saturday Test Prep Afterschool Programs on Saturday, April 27th will be cancelled in observance of the Spring Break Recess. We will resume our Saturday Test Prep programs after the break on May 4th.

We hope everyone is enjoying their spring break with family and friends!

Special Mother’s Day Surprise/DIY Gift Workshop

Greetings PS 101 Families:

Calling all thoughtful souls and creative minds! This Mother’s Day let’s celebrate the incredible women in our lives with a special DIY gift event! Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of crafting and spreading love.

Date: Saturday, May 4th, 2024

Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: PS101 School Building

Why Attend?

  • Show your appreciation: Let’s come together to show the incredible women in our lives how much they mean to us.
  • Create lasting memories: Craft unique gifts that will be cherished for years to come, adding a personal touch to Mother’s Day.

Register for this event using this link: https://forms.gle/72pVNXEBS3E4xy5V9

Seat Limited is limited to 25 students. First come first served.

Warm regards,

Bing Xing Lin                                                                                                   PTA of PS 101

Parent Coordinator                                                                                         Parent Teacher Association

347-563-4680                                                                                                 718-372-0221

Saturday Test Prep Afterschool Programs are Cancelled on April 27

Greeting PS 101 Families:

Please be advised that this week’s Saturday Test Prep Afterschool Programs on Saturday, April 27th will be cancelled in observance of the Spring Break Recess. We will resume our Saturday Test Prep programs after the break on May 4th.

We hope everyone has a wonderful spring break with family and friends!

Upcoming Family Workshop in May: Special Mother’s Day Surprise/DIY Gift Event

Greetings PS 101 Families:

We will be hosting an upcoming family workshop on May 4th for parents and students to express our gratitude and appreciation for the extraordinary women who nurture and inspire us every day.

Topic: Special Mother’s Day Surprise/DIY Gift Event

Date: Saturday, May 4th, 2024

Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm

Location: PS101

The registration link for this event will open tomorrow, 4/22/2024 at 5:30pm.

Due to limited seating capacity, seats will be limited to 25 students. Each student must be accompanied by one parent/guardian during the workshop. Seats are first come first serve!

More details and the event’s registration link will be made available in a separate post tomorrow.

Please look out for the registration link to sign up if you’re interested and thank you for your continued support.

Bing Xing Lin                                                                                                   PTA of PS 101

Parent Coordinator                                                                                         Parent Teacher Association

347-563-4680                                                                                                 718-372-0221

School Spirit Days in May with Our Little Lighthouse Team

Greetings PS 101 Families:

We always want to strive to demonstrate a sense of community and family that unite together to celebrate. Here are some upcoming PS 101 School Spirit Events for the month of MAY: 

  • Our united school spirit will show support as a form of expression.
  • We need your support and full participation with each special day, so please make every effort to adhere to the color/theme and share in the fun!
Wednesday, May 1stSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – National Principal’s Day
Let’s celebrate Principal Korrol and all of the important work he does for the betterment of PS 101.
SHOW YOUR PS 101 VIKING PRIDE! WEAR PS 101 school spirit apparel or you may also wear our school color: BLUE
Thursday, May 2ndSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – HARRY POTTER DAY!
WEAR your favorite Harry Potter shirt/character or movie design/apparel.
Friday, May 3rdSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- STAR WARS
WEAR your favorite STAR WARS character/movie design shirt/apparel. MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU!  
Monday, May 6thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – The 5th of May! CINCO DE MAYO!
Celebration of Mexican culture.
WEAR RED/GREEN/WHITE- colors of the national flag of Mexico.
Tuesday, May 7thDAY ONE of Grades 3-4-5 NYS MATH State Exam School Spirit Day – COMFY/COZY DAY > Don’t Sweat The Test! 
WEAR sweat-shorts/sweatpants/t-shirt/sweatshirt!
Wednesday, May 8thDAY TWO of Grades 3-4-5 NYS MATH State Exam   School Spirit Day -COMFY/COZY DAY > Don’t Sweat The Test!
WEAR sweat-shorts/sweatpants/t-shirt/sweatshirt!
Friday, May 10thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – PS 101 VIKING DAY!
WEAR PS 101 SCHOOL APPAREL! You may also WEAR our school color: BLUE!
Friday, May 17thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY! SPRING IS IN THE AIR DAY!
WEAR your favorite spring color – blue, pink, yellow, peach, lavender!
Friday, May 24thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY! WEAR red, white or blue for patriotism. 
Friday, May 31stSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – SUMMER SHADE!
Be Cool- Look Cool- Feel Cool!
WEAR Sunglasses Inside Day!

We look forward to sharing in these special days! Participate and show some School Spirit at 101! 101 VIKING PRIDE!

Sincerely,

PS 101 LIM Little Lighthouse Team

NYC DOE Schools Will Be Closed on 4/22 – 4/30 in Observance of Passover and Spring Recess

Greetings PS 101 Families:

As per the New York City Department of Education school calendar, there is No School for students and staff beginning on Monday, April 22nd through Tuesday, April 30th for Passover and Spring Recess. Happy holiday to our families celebrating in the 101 community. We look forward to returning to school with our students on Wednesday, May 1st.

Enjoy the time off with family and friends. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your child’s teacher or 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

Important Dates – May 2024

Dear PS 101 Parents/Guardians:

We are listing some important dates for the month of May:

DATEREASON
Wednesday, May 1stNational Principal’s Day!
Let’s celebrate the best principal, our very own, Mr. Korrol!
WEAR PS 101 SCHOOL APPAREL. You may also wear our school color: BLUE!
Thursday, May 2ndSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – HARRY POTTER DAY!
WEAR your favorite Harry Potter character/movie design shirt/apparel.  
Friday, May 3rdSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- STAR WARS
WEAR your favorite STAR WARS character/movie design shirt/apparel. MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU!
Friday, May 3rdLAST DAY for PS 101 Test Prep Morning programs
Monday, May 6thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- The 5th of May! CINCO DE MAYO!
Celebration of Mexican culture.
WEAR RED/GREEN/WHITE- colors of the national flag of Mexico.
Monday, May 6th – Friday, May 10th  Teacher Appreciation Week – Give a special thank you to our amazing PS 101 teaching staff. They deserve it!
Tuesday, May 7thPTA General Membership Meeting via ZOOM at 6pm. Link to follow, closer to the meeting date. 
Tuesday, May 7thDAY ONE of Grades 3-4-5 NYS MATH State Exam School Spirit Day -COMFY/COZY DAY > Don’t Sweat The Test! 
WEAR sweat-shorts/sweatpants/t-shirt/sweatshirt!
Wednesday, May 8thDAY TWO of Grades 3-4-5 NYS MATH State Exam   School Spirit Day -COMFY/COZY DAY > Don’t Sweat The Test!
WEAR sweat-shorts/sweatpants/t-shirt/sweatshirt!
Wednesday, May 8thLAST DAY of PS 101 Afterschool Programs: Test Prep/HW Work and ESL/ENL Newcomers/Dual Language Support
Thursday, May 9thVIRTUAL Parent-Teacher Conferences from 4:30 – 7:00pm (evening only)
Friday, May 10thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – SHOW YOUR PS 101 VIKING PRIDE!
WEAR PS 101 SCHOOL APPAREL. You may also wear our school color: BLUE!
Monday, May 13thGRADE 4 FIELD DAY TRIP
Parent/Guardian Permission
Field Day Trip at Dyker Beach Park: competitive play; team building, fun and lunch!
Friday, May 17thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – SPRING IS IN THE AIR DAY! WEAR your favorite spring color – blue, pink, yellow, peach, lavender!
Saturday, May 18thLAST DAY for PS 101 Saturday Test Prep afterschool programs
Monday, May 20thGRADE 5 SENIOR FIELD DAY TRIP
Parent/Guardian Permission
Senior Field Day Trip at Dyker Beach Park: competitive play; team building, fun and lunch!
Friday, May 24th SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY! WEAR Red, white or blue for patriotism. 
Monday, May 27thMemorial Day Holiday Observance
NYC Schools closed.
Wednesday, May 29th
(Rain-date Thursday, May 30th)
EARLY CHILDHOOD DANCE FESTIVAL 
Grades PREK-Grade 2 Classes ONLY
Schoolyard showcase

Please follow grade times:
PRE-K: start time at 9:00 am
Kindergarten: start time at 9:30 am
Grade One: start time at 10:00 am
Grade Two: start time at 10:30 am
Friday, May 31stSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – SUMMER SHADE! Be Cool- Look Cool- Feel Cool!
WEAR Sunglasses Inside Day!

If you should have any questions or concerns, please contact your child’s teacher or our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 1-718-372-0221 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov. We hope this information will be helpful to you in planning for the month of May. 

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

Last Call to Donate Your Used Crayons for The Crayon Initiative by April 19

Dear PS 101 Parents and Guardians:

The last day to donate your used crayons for the Crayon Initiative is Friday, April 19th!

Let’s gather our crayons and donate them! All around PS 101, students and teachers will be collecting used crayons that are ready to be discarded. Please help support our efforts by sending your kids in with any used crayons you may have around the house!

Drop-off boxes will be located in the main entrance for your child to deposit the cryaons.

With the help of parents like you across the country, the Crayon Initiative program can continue to keep tons of plastic out of landfills each year and support children in hospitals to draw and help bring a colorful smile!

Donate your crayons now!

Thank you,

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

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

image of the Crayon Initiative

PS 101 Afterschool Programs – End Dates

Greetings PS 101 Families:

Please be advised that several of our afterschool programs are coming to an end, and we are listing their end dates below for your reference. 

  • Monday through Friday Morning Programs – Last day is Friday, May 3rd
  • Monday through Thursday Afterschool Programs – Last day is Wednesday, May 8th. (Grades 2-5 Test Prep/Homework Help, ENL Test Prep, ENL Newcomers and Mandarin)

If your child attends any of the programs mentioned above, kindly take note of the program’s last day and ensure you make arrangements to pick up your child at their regular dismissal time and exit door, beginning Thursday, May 9th.

  • Saturday Academy Programs (Grades 3-5 Test Prep and Mandarin) – Last Day is Saturday, May 18th.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our main office at 718-372-0221 or our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing at 347- 563-4680.

Thank you for your continued cooperation!