Start Using the AI SuperTeacher Tutor TODAY

Dear PS 101 Parents,

Please watch the tutorial below on how to use your child’s AI Teacher and begin using this fun and engaging learning experience to help them learn from home starting today. Your child’s teacher can see if your child is logging on and doing work 🙂

To access Super Teacher:

  1. Download the app – install Super Teacher on your iPad, iPhone, Android or Chromebook. The app is free to download on the App Store (iOS) and Play Store (Android & Chromebook).
  2. Log in with Clever- using this link to log into Super Teacher with your child’s school account (same as you would use for Google classroom).

Once you’re logged in with Clever, you have access to the full Super Teacher app. If you run into any issues or if you have any questions, you can contact the company at support@getsuperteacher.com.

tutorial on how to use your child’s AI Teacher
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Reminder: PS 101 Afterschool Programs’ End Dates

Greetings PS 101 Families:

Please be advised that several of our PS 101 Afterschool programs are coming to an end this month, and we are listing their end dates below for your reference.

  • The Tuesday through Thursday Afterschool Programs (Grades 2-5 Test Prep/Homework Help, ENL Test Prep, ENL Newcomers and Mandarin) – Last day is Wednesday, May 6th.
  • The BRASS Band Afterschool Program concludes on Friday, May 8th. 
  • The STRINGS Band Afterschool Program will conclude on Wednesday, May 20th. The STRINGS Band will be performing at the drama show on Thursday, May 21st.
  • The Tuesday through Thursday Drama Club Afterschool Program (Grades 4-5) – Last day is Wednesday, May 20th. The Drama Show is scheduled for Thursday, May 21st!
  • Saturday Test Prep Morning Programs – Last day is Saturday, May 30th.
  • As a reminder, the citywide PTC is scheduled for Thursday, May 7th.

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. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our main office at 718-372-0221.

Thank you for your continued cooperation!

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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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

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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

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Reminder: PS 101 Drama Show is Taking Place on May 21!

Dear PS 101 Families:

SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR DRAMA SHOW AND PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS NOW!

It is with great pleasure that we announce the return of our PS 101 Drama Show on Thursday, May 21st at 6:30 PM sharp.

  • Doors open at 6:00 PM. Please join us in the audience to cheer on the PS 101 cast in their performance of Heroes Academy!
  • We look forward to this opportunity to celebrate our students’ hard work in theater arts- singing, dancing, and acting!
  • Tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis. TICKET SALES WILL BE OPEN AFTER Monday, May 4th.
  • Get ready before they are sold out!  Tickets will be sold for $5 each! All ticket sales proceeds go towards supporting our PS 101 Drama Club- costumes, set designs, props, refreshments, etc.

Here’s how you can purchase a ticket:

Parent letters will be sent home with your child on May 4th with a return slip for you to fill out how many tickets you want to purchase. Please check your child’s folders for the letter.
Return the slip with tickets payment (enclosed in a sealed envelope with your child’s name and class) to your child’s teacher.
Purchased tickets will then be sent home with your child on the day prior to the drama show date.
All performers in our Drama/Dance/STRINGS BAND Show will be provided with one FREE ticket to the performance.
Kindly note, if you purchase a ticket for school-age children, they must be accompanied by an adult for admittance.
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.
A food concession stand will be open with an assortment of snacks and drinks.

If you should have any questions or concerns, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bing Xing Lin at 1-347–563–4680 or via email at BLin9@schools.nyc.gov.

We look forward to having you join us for the show on Thursday, May 21st.

Sincerely,

Gregg Korrol

Principal

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SAVE THE DATE: Early Childhood Dance Festival

Dear Early Childhood Parents/Guardians:

On Tuesday, June 2nd we will host our annual Early Childhood Dance Festival for grades Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, First and Second.

Get ready for a spectacular show to see our stars shine on the PS 101 outdoor stage! Our early childhood students are ready to perform for all of you. Please join our early childhood classes for a special event to celebrate music and dance, to inspire you, and feel the vibe of pop culture with K-POP tunes!

Music and dance are our universal language! This year’s theme, K-POP, will have you dancing in the audience, so come and join in the fun!

Tuesday, June 2nd-

  • SAVE THE DATE as students in pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, first and second grade will perform their dances and share in the festivities.

TIMELINE:

  • Prekindergarten/Pre-k Families only: 9:00 am start time.
  • Kindergarten/Kindergarten Families only: 9:30 am start time.
  • First Grade/First Grade Families only: 10:00 am start time.
  • Second Grade/Second Grade Families only: 10:30 am start time

ORGANIZATION:

  • For organizational purposes, parents will assemble on Bay 35th Street and may only enter and exit from the Bay 35th gate.
  • Only parents with children in the performing grade will be allowed in the schoolyard.
  • The 24th Avenue gate will not be used. 

Students are to come to school as regularly scheduled for 8:00 am start time.

Please note:

  • At the conclusion of the dance festival, students will immediately return to their classrooms to resume the instructional day.
  • Students cannot be signed out after the dance festival, as it is a regular school day of instruction.
  • We have scheduled a rain date for Wednesday, June 3d in case of inclement weather on Tuesday, June 2nd.

We hope you can save the date and join in the fun! 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

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National Principal’s Day

Dear PS 101 Families,

On Friday, May 1st, we will be celebrating National Principal’s Day in recognition of Mr. Korrol and his dedicated leadership of our school community.

This is a special opportunity for our school community to recognize Mr. Korrol’s leadership and the positive impact he has on our students, staff, and families each day.

We invite our families and students to join us in showing appreciation through a kind note, drawing, or thoughtful gesture to help make the day extra special.

Thank you for your continued support in celebrating Mr. Korrol and how he has helped ensure that PS 101 is such a wonderful place to learn and grow.

Sincerely,

Our PS 101 Family

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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

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Little Lighthouse Team – May School Spirit Calendar

With sunshine, milestones, and memories ahead, May is a month to celebrate how far we’ve come and how brightly we shine 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.

Monday, May 4thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY- STAR WARS
WEAR your favorite STAR WARS shirt/character/movie design/apparel.
MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU!
Friday, May 15thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – DISNEY MAGIC
Do you have a favorite Disney character or place?
Disney Day > WEAR Disney apparel.
Friday, May 29thSCHOOL SPIRIT DAY – BLAST FROM THE PAST!
History is part of our story.
DRESS like someone from history.
Think of someone who has made a difference in our world.
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