Paulo Panther Weekly

• Bread of Life Food Drive continues through April 4th

• March 24th - March 28th - School Spirit Week (see list of days below)

• Tues. March 25th - Candid Photo Day - Clubs/groups
• Tues. March 25th - Family Fun Night - Dave & Busters 4 PM
• Thurs. March 27th -Voting closes for Mr. Alaimo!!!
• Fri. March 28th - Spirit Day - Basketball Jersey Day; end of 3rd Marking Period
• Fri. March 28th - Student/Staff Basketball Game 6 PM Start
• Mon. March 31st- School closed in observance of Eid Al-Fitr

"Punctuality is more than just arriving on time; it is a valuable life skill that impacts a child’s emotional well-being, psychological development, and character. By ensuring your child arrives on time for their activities, you are setting them up for success in all areas of their life"

a quote by Shihan Dave Durman.

If you are dropping off a student to school, please be mindful of the time. Our school day begins promptly at 8 AM. Doors open at approximately 7:30 AM. Doors close at 8 am on the dot. Anyone entering after 8 AM will be marked late. Thank you for your cooperation.

Mon. March 24th - Disney VS Nickelodeon Day; represent one and let's see who wins

Tues. March 25th - Color Wars Wear your grades color: 6th Grade RED; 7th Grade BLACK; 8th Grade WHITE

Weds. March 26th - Anything but a Backpack Day- put your belongings in anything BUT a backpack

Thurs. March 27th - Teacher/Student SWAP day- dress like your favorite teacher/student

Fri. March 28th - Basketball Jersey Day

The annual New York State English Language Arts (ELA) and mathematics tests will be administered to all students in grades 3-8 later this spring. Students in grades 5 and 8 will also sit for the New York State science test. These tests are required by the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and are designed to provide important information about whether students are prepared to progress through school and graduate with the critical-thinking, problem-solving, and reasoning skills they need for long-term success in school, college, and careers, and to support students in their pursuit of economic security and a choice-filled life.

These tests are just one of several measures our schools use to assess student progress: grades, report cards, writing samples, projects, assignments, and other performance-based student work are equally important.

This year the ELA STate Test dates are Tues. April 29th and Weds. April 30th

The Math State Test dates are Weds. May 7th and Thurs. May 8th.

If you have additional questions, please contact your child’s school.

We are excited to share that our very own Mr. Alaimo has again been nominated for the Manilow Music Teacher Award, which honors outstanding music educators across NYC. This is a fantastic opportunity to recognize Mr. Alaimo's dedication to our students and bring $5,000 worth of new instruments to our school!

The winner is selected through online voting, and everyone can vote once per day until voting closes on March 27th. The top vote recipient from each borough will be awarded $5,000 for their school's music program—a huge boost for our students!

Mr. Alaimo is up against some tough competition, so let's rally together to support him. Please take a moment to vote daily and share the voting link with friends, family, and our IS 75 community.

https://on.barrymanilow.com/trk/mmpnycapril

Let’s show our IS 75 pride and help Sal bring this award home!

Kenneth Zapata

Principal

Enrichment, Socialization, Fun. To register and for more information, visit our website @ www.is75.org. Click Payment and Registration, and then click After School Recreation - Spring 2025

Programs begin April 1st and run through May/June depending on what class you choose. In person programs run from 2:25 to 3:55 PM

Monday: programs will run from April 7th - June 9th

• YOu TUbe Academy- Remote (ONLINE) 4 pm - 5:30 PM

Tuesday: Programs will run from April 1st - May 27th

• Science - RM 121
• Chess - RM 2:25
• Art - RM 424

Wednesday: Programs run from April 2nd through May 28th

• Baking - Remote (online) 4:00 PM - 5:45 PM
• Sewing RM 424 (will not meet May 21st- will makeup class June 4)
• Fitness - Weightroom
• Video Game Club RM 113
• Pop-Rock Band RM 103

Thursday: Programs run from April 3rd - June 12th

• Coding - Remote (ONLINE) 4:30 - 6 PM
• School Newspaper- RM 205

Here's a great gift idea for you and your child in the new year!!!

In this very popular program that has become somewhat of a tradition here at Paulo, parent/student pairs will collaborate with each other (under the expert guidance of a talented teaching artist from Sundog Theatre, Inc.) over the course of just two Saturday mornings to produce a beautiful personalized canvas that will be a lasting memento of the middle school years. You can now choose from the additional session dates: April 5th & 26th, May 3rd & 10th, or May 17th & May 31st. The Share out date for all families who participated will be June 8th. Time is always 10 am-12 noon at the school.

We have done this project for a number of years now, and it is always a smash hit! Come join us - you won't be sorry! Click on Google Form to register. We will contact you to confirm enrollment in the session you choose. (Note: Families are welcome to register for more than one session; just do a separate google form for each session you are requesting).

Please use the link below or go to IS75.org (Payments & Registration tab) to join the Paulo Track Team and for all information:

https://www.is75.org/apps/form/form.FRADPI.uEGj2Dd.10z_

Please Note:

1. The Track team will meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30-3:55 for 10 weeks, beginning on Thursday, March 20th and ending on Tuesday, June 3rd.

2. The fee to join will be $130 for the Spring season (includes coaches fees and CYO meets).

We are excited to announce our gradewide trip to Nickelodeon Universe on May 30, 2025. Nickelodeon Universe is located at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, New Jersey and is the Western Hemisphere’s biggest indoor theme park.

The cost of the trip is $119.95 (which includes a $4.95 transaction fee). This price includes coach bus fare, park entry, class trip t-shirt, and lunch. All payments are non-refundable. Payment and permission authorization for this trip (Nickelodeon Universe Trip) can be found via our website at www.is75.org by clicking the Payment & Registration button. The deadline to register is Friday, April 30, 2025. Parents of sixth grade siblings must complete the form separately for each child. You will receive an email confirmation/receipt upon successful submission of the payment and online permission slip.

Should you have any questions, please email Ms. Boshnack at mboshnack@schools.nyc.gov. We are looking forward to a great day!

The next PTA meeting will be held Tues. April 22nd @ 7 PM on Zoom

Closure of Woodrow Road Steps:

• When we return the contractors will be closing the exterior staircase that leads from the schoolyard to Woodrow Rd.
• In the morning, school buses will drop off at exit 11-12. (All other students should enter the building from the rear as usual)

Staff will be at all entrances to assist.

Afternoon dismissal will require students to have their bus passes on them. Teachers have assessed the students in their advisories to ensure they have their passes.

If your child does not have a bus pass, please ask them to let their advisory teachers know, first thing monday morning, so a new pass can be issued before the end of the day.

Please speak to your child upon returning that they go directly to their bus upon dismissal as it will require a slight detour in the afternoon. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation duriing our facelift!

New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) is looking forward to partnering with the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) once again for Summer Rising 2025. Summer Rising connects elementary and middle school students to fun, hands-on experiences that strengthen their academic, social, and emotional skills. Summer Rising is free, and open to any NYC student currently in kindergarten through grade 8.

Grades 6–8: The program will run from July 2 to August 8, 2025, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

As in 2024, families can apply for Summer Rising online using MySchools, our online directory and application system.

• 2024-2025 Summer Rising Admissions Dates: The following is a timeline to help you keep track of all important dates for the upcoming Summer Rising Admissions process.

• March 4 – Summer Rising application opens
• March 28 – Summer Rising application closes
• April 24 – Summer Rising Results
• May 8 – Acceptance Deadline

To apply, log in to MySchools.nyc (if you already have a MySchools account you do not need to create a new one). Your MySchools account, used for admissions, is different from the NYC Schools Account (NYCSA) that you may use to access your child’s health forms and update emergency contact information.

This March, Drug Awareness is our Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) focus of the month.

Drug Awareness Month in March serves as a crucial time to educate students about the impacts of substance use, including drugs and vaping. Emotionally, substance abuse can create significant stress and turmoil within families as individuals struggle with addiction, often leading to feelings of sadness and helplessness among loved ones. Physically, drugs can severely harm the body, affecting vital organs, impairing brain function, and leading to long-term health issues. Vaping, often perceived as a safer alternative, can also have serious health consequences, including addiction to nicotine and respiratory problems.

During this month, it is essential for students to learn how to say no to peer pressure and make healthy choices, reinforcing the idea that they can choose to avoid drugs and support their friends in doing the same.

Here are some valuable resources that parents can use to facilitate discussions about substance use with their children:

1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

• Website: NIDA for Parents

2. Partnership to End Addiction

• Website: Partnership to End Addiction

3. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

• Website: SAMHSA

4. CDC - Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance

• Website: CDC Youth Risk Behavior.

5. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)

• Website: DEA - Drug Fact Sheets

6. Smart Moves Program

• Website: Smart Moves

These resources can empower parents to have informed, supportive conversations with their children about the risks and consequences of substance use, fostering an open dialogue that encourages healthy choices.

We thank you for your support and committment in making our Paulo community a healthy & happy environemnts for students to grow.

It is with great pleasure that we announce the Paulo I.S. 75 Seventh Grade Trip. On Friday, May 16th, 2025 students will be offered the opportunity to go to Dorney Park in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Only at Dorney Park will you find the most exciting and thrilling things to do in Allentown, PA, with over 60 world-class rides. Wildwater Kingdom will be off limits for our students!!

· The cost of the trip is $125. This price includes Coach Bus fare, park entry, a meal voucher, an all-day drink wristband and their 7th Grade Class Trip T-Shirt.

· Please note that participation in this trip is contingent upon behavior and overall academic standing. Factors that influence a child’s overall standing include attendance and lateness, class performance, behavior, homework, effort, attitude, and grades. A conduct grade of N, for any reason, may be grounds for exclusion in the trip.

· Payment and permission authorization for this trip (7th Grade Trip to Dorney Park) can be found at the link below or via our website at www.is75.org under the School Store/Online Payments tab. The deadline to register is Monday, April 21st, 2025. You will receive an email confirmation/receipt upon successful submission of the payment and online permission slip. If paying for multiple children, we ask that parents fill out a separate form for each child.

· Buses will leave Paulo at approximately 9:00am. Buses will depart Dorney Park at 4:30pm. Traffic permitting, the buses should return to I.S. 75 at 6:00pm.

· Parents should plan to pick up their children at I.S. 75 at 6:00pm. Please do not park on Huguenot Avenue in front of the school to allow room for the buses to pull up to the sidewalk to ensure the safe release of students. Please park on Boulder St.

· Students are to wear their 7th Grade Trip 2025 T-Shirts for safety/identification purposes.

· Students opting not to attend and/or students excluded from participation are expected in school on the day of the trip.

Payment Link: https://www.is75.org/apps/form/form.FRADPI.uzXLMaY.2u9_

Please read the important information below from Dorney Park:

Dorney Park is cashless: https://www.dorneypark.com/cashless

Dorney Park Code of Conduct: https://www.dorneypark.com/code-of-conduct

Mr. Mariconda

We are happy to offer free, virtual tutoring on Tuesday afternoons to support to our students. Classes will meet weekly on Tuesday afternoons from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm starting October 1st. Classes will take place remotely through the "Tuesday ELA Virtual Tutoring Google Classroom". To attend, register your child using the link below :

https://www.is75.org/apps/form/form.FRADPI.uoyIEOb.LR_

Registration is free and guarantees your child an invite into the Google classroom.

See the full details on the IS75 Web site by clicking the payment & Registration Button

Mr. Mariconda

We are happy to be able to provide additional Math support "virtually" on Saturdays!!

Click the link below for all information & to register:

https://www.is75.org/apps/form/form.FRADPI.unvByD8.eq_

If you are interested in registering more than one child for this program, you must register each child separately.

Thank you!

Mr. Mariconda

As a parent resource, there is an application that can be accessed from home from the students Dashboard on HMH Ed. called “Family Room”,. It shows the students assignments as well as tips, etc-it is a support section for parents. Check it out here

As we embark on another school year, we are excited to share with you a list of our upcoming school spirit days throughout 2024 - 25. Here at Paulo, we understand the importance of cultivating a sense of student pride and ownership across our hallways and classrooms. We believe that this sense of warmth and optimism allows our students to feel valued and welcomed each and every day and makes Paulo a place where all students can flourish. To this end, we enlist your support in ensuring your child participates in our various Paulo Pride days. We are sharing this calendar of events with you now because we realize on some occasions you may need to secure a special outfit or piece of apparel. Every Friday students are encouraged to wear Paulo apparel. Again, our goal is 100% student participation, and we can’t do it without you!

April 24th – Light it Up Blue for Autism Day/ Walk

May 23rd - Wear Green for Mental Health Awareness Day

June 11th - High School Tee Shirt Day (8th Grade)

June 26, 2025 Hawaiian Shirt Day

Please remember, when holidays come along and are coupled with a 3- or 4-day weekend (or more), we often host a school spirit event because we know many students are excited for the extended time off, and we aim to channel their energy positively by heading into a weekend or recess on a positive note. Help us create a most-welcoming atmosphere and a successful school year by encouraging and supporting your child’s participation in these events.

8:00 School Day Begins

8:07 - 8:20 Advisory Period

8:24 - 9:04 Period 1

9:08 - 9:48 Period 2

9:52 - 10:32 Period 3

10:36 - 11:17 Period 4

11:21 - 12:02 Period 5

12:06 - 12:47 Period 6

12:51 - 1:31 Period 7

1:36 - 2:16 Period 8

2:17 Dismissal – 1st & 4th Floor

2:18 Dismissal – 3rd Floor

2:19 Dismissal – 2nd Floor

For the most up to date weekly information from the NYC DOE, follow the link below for important forms and help with school accounts. There are a wealth of resources to help families navigate through information.

https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/messages-for-families

Please click here to access the 2024-25 NYCDOE Calendar

Tues. April 1st - 4th Marking Period begins

Weds. April 2nd - Candid Photo day- Sports Teams

Fri. April 4th - Bread of Life Food Drive ends

Sat. April 5th - Debate Championships

Mon. April 7th - 3rd MP Report Cards available on NYCSA

Tues. April 8th - Fire Drill #7 - Period 5

Tues. April 8th - SLT Meeting 2:30 PM

Thurs. April 10th-Sat. April 12th - 8th Grade Boston Trip

Fri. April 11th - Soft Lockdown Drill #4

Mon. April 14th - Friday April 18th - Spring Recess - School Closed

1. 1. Review of minutes from February meeting –

   1. Accept or modify –

2. C-30

1. Michele Margiotta and Irene Nichols were tied for the highest scores. They were significantly higher than the other candidates.

2. New confidentiality form.

3. Selection of Michele Margiotta.

4. Specific job description.




3. Facilities Update

1. The boiler project should be done in a few weeks.

2. BSAC presented to the Borough President regarding Turf.

1. Gym divider and drama room have been approved. 180K and 250K respectively.

2. Air conditioning is still on hold, but I will not let them forget us.

3. Window update

1. Woodrow Rd. exit update




4. Curriculum

1. Math curriculum is coming. District will be engaging in a selection process.

2. September implementation is expected.




5. Summer School

1. IS 75 will not be a site.

1. Suggestions to support students prior to Summer School.

• Hours will be 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

1. Will collaborate with CBO




1. Programming

1. Class size law

2. Virtual Enterprise as a minor

1. Standalone ENL classes




6. Family Engagement

1. Dave and Busters 3/25 from 4-6 p.m.

2. Volunteers needed




7. CEP

1. The iPlan portal opens in April. We will review goals and possibilities for next year in the April meeting.




8. State Exams – 4/29-4/30; 5/7-5/8

1. Opt-outs

Computer based in all grades for ELA. 8th grade for math.

P.I.P

• Perfect attendance

• Perfect punctuality

• Exemplary conduct

Membership in the Paulo Arista Society is reserved for students meeting all of the following requirements:

1. Scholarship – Academic average of at least 91.00% in each marking period with no grade, in any subject, below 80 or “S”. Please note that a course grade of 79 or lower precludes a student from Arista.

2. Citizenship – No citizenship grade below “S” in any marking period. Satisfactory* record of attendance and punctuality. (*See lateness policy in Honor Roll Section, as lateness impacts citizenship.)

3. Service – The attainment of at least 20 service credits per school year.

4. Attendance/Punctuality – Students absent more than 8 days per school year are precluded. (If medical documentation (from a medical office/practitioner) is provided, medical-related absences will not count toward the 8-day limit.) Also, students who are picked up early from school five or more times in a given semester are also precluded from this recognition. Excessive lateness (more than 5 in a given marking period) precludes a student from Arista.

5. Application: All students who have met the above criteria and would like to be considered for induction into Arista must complete an online application that will be made available in April. As a required part of the application, students must write a 2-4 paragraph description of a personal accomplishment from the 2024-2025 school year for which they are particularly proud. Application will be due April 11, 2025.

Please see the Student Handbook for a more in-depth explanation of criteria for the Paulo Arista Society.

A letter with the check-list went home this week via operoo. Administration felt it would be useful for students and families who aspire to join the ranks of Honor Society, JR. Arista, and Arista to have something at home to keep them on track with where they need to be. This is for home use only for students to self-evaluate.Please DO NOT send this back to school, it is for your use only.

Each year, students are provided with an opportunity to be recognized for their volunteer efforts. School Service Credits are a way to recognize this dedication and to thank them for assisting in making our school a wonderful place.

The following provides you with an outline of how service credits are handled within our school:

• Binders for the “Service Record Cards” are distributed during the fall to each Advisory Class. The Advisory Class Teacher maintains the Service Record Cards on a weekly basis. Students may submit service credit slips in their Advisory Class at any time.

• Teachers receive “Service Credit Slips” that are used for a variety of service credit opportunities. The “Service Credit Slip” is then given to the student who will present it to their Advisory Class teacher. Service credit slips are maintained in the Service Record Binder.

• Students will have an opportunity to review their service credit status each marking period. The Advisory Teacher allows each child to track their totals accordingly.

• Students are required to achieve 20 service credits, along with a 91 average, exemplary attendance and citizenship, in order to qualify for Honor Society (Grade 6), Junior Arista (Grade 7), and Arista (Grade 8).(Please see ARISTA above or see student Handbook)

• Students can also achieve a Service Award, which is presented annually at the Service Award Assembly. This honors students who have in their career achieved 100+ credits (Gold Award), 75 credits (Silver Award) and 50 credits (Bronze Award).

• Students who volunteer their service outside of school, may bring in a letter of recognition of that service and present that to Mr. Herrmann in Room 339. This external service will be applied to their application for the Philanthropy Award in Grade 8.

• Service credits are only given for in-school service.

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