Week 2

Two weeks in, we have gotten off to a pretty smooth start. With that said, we did hit some bumps in the road.

I am awed by the new kindergarten families; from day 1 they have proceeded to class each morning, dropped off the kids and headed out without turning back. As a result, the kids are adjusting beautifully. We haven't won over everyone (yet)...but they'll come around soon. A good test of how well its going for your child, is to look at their face at the end of the day. When you pick them up if they seem happy, all is going fine. We just have to give them time to adjust...and you too.

       Here's some big news!:

•  PS 10 has retained Universal Status for the 2013/14 school year: Lunch is free for all students!

• NO Lunch eligibility applications required

 

 PS 10 PTA After school  is holding 'September Smash' which is ongoing enrollment through the month. Enrichment classes have been added to the program; if you missed signing up for a class you really wanted, try again when winter enrollment starts....usually before December break.

For those working families who may use The Ft. Hamilton Pkwy stop of the F train, The Kingsbay Y at Windsor Terrace picks up kids at PS10 and buses them to the site at Prospect Ave & Vanderbilt Place. 
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Dear Banjo;

We will wait for you. Whenever you feel ready to join us, we are here. Your friends are here and will welcome you with hugs and love. Your teachers will circle you with understanding. When you feel sad you can tell us. When you need to be quiet, we will understand. If things get too hard, there will be friends to hug you whenever you need it.  School is like your other family. We are here. We will wait for you.

Love

Your Friend, Ms. Maddy

September

       OMG...it's here already! Time to start another school year. What you need to know:

       School begins for the 2013-14 school year on Sept. 9th for all students. 
       ALL STUDENTS begin at 8:40 AM on Sept.9th
       Morning School for grades 3 - 5 begins on Sept. 18th at 8:00 AM

• Breakfast opens at 7:30 AM
• Breakfast and lunch are FREE of charge
• ALL kindergarten students will be released at 12:00 PM on the first day of school. (Kindergarten students will be served lunch early on all half days)
• Dismissal will be 3:00PM for grades 1 - 5.

      Remember to prepare your kids for the new school year. The night before school starts should be relaxing. Ease your kids into the routine of bathing the eve before as well as preparing clothes, bag lunch, backpack and supplies. It is a good idea to start an earlier bedtime routine this week.

    ARIS Parent Link is your connection to all ELA and Math Exam scores. You need your child's ID number and a temporary password to get started. Please contact either Carolyn Ramirez or me, and we'll get you up and running.

Are you excited?! We can't wait to see you next Monday morning!      xxxooo Madeline