This Week @ PS 88Q

I hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend. The weather makes it hard to believe that it is Fall, but we are indeed nearing the end of October! Enjoy it while we can.

This past week, I had the opportunity to have two wonderful parent meetings with our Grade 5 families. Our grade 5 students are nearing the end of their educational journey at PS 88q, and are applying for middle school. It was wonderful to have the opportunity to discuss all the options and opportunities with our families this week. I can honestly say that spending time in the classroom and spending time with the families are two of my favorite things about my role as principal. I saw a great quote this week that said "Teach like it's your child in the front row." As a teacher, and now a leader, knowing that as a mother, what I would expect from a school keeps me focused, and time spent in the classroom and with families keeps me connected to what is needed. Please, always reach out to me with any questions, concerns, ideas..anything!

This week we have another packed week. School pictures, the NYPD Jazz Band Performance, Literacy Partners Workshop, Coffee With Ms. O'Shaughnessy and Title I Meeting, and our Caring Closet (Saturday).

Have a great week!

This week we wore pink for Breast Cancer Awareness, Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness and of course , showed our NY Pride for our sports teams!! Check it out!

How you start your day is so important! I know how stressful it could be to get out the door in the morning. We are so happy to open our doors early each morning, at 7:30am for all of our students. This also gives us the opportunity to see our families each day....and have some fun! From 7:30am to 8:03am every morning, we make it a party! The morning crew, Ms. Laurie, Ms. Nikki, Mr. Anthony, Mr. Hess, Ms. Lowe, Ms. Herman and me ( the one with the old school bell 😂) want drop off to be AWESOME! Music, dancing and off course hugs start our day. Friday, even Grimace joined us! Don't be late, come each day, and you never know who may show up!

The Social Justice Committee has organized a school-wide initiative in honor of Native American Heritage during the month of November.

Teachers will read the book Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story by Kevin Noble Maillard and use it as the springboard for their month’s work. The book centers around the theme of family and the role of bread in the Native American tradition.

We would like to create a Fall 2024 edition of the PS 88 Bread Cookbook. You may send in a recipe for a type of bread commonly eaten in your home (cheese bread, pita bread, naan, etc.). The recipe should include the student’s name and class, country of origin, ingredients, and instructions on how to make the bread. The submissions will then be put together to create a PS 88 recipe book.

Please submit your recipe by Tuesday, November 5th, 2024 to your child’s teacher or you may email Ms. Roldan (croldan5@schools.nyc.gov). Thank you for your support.

P.S. 88 "The Seneca School" in partnership with the New York Fire Department are offering a free, Non Certification PCR training on Friday, November 8 from 9:00AM-10:00AM.

If you like to participate in this training, indicate your interest in mentioned program scanning the attached QR code and answering the questions in the form. We have limited seats, so we will confirm your participation.

Oct. 16, Oct. 18, Oct.23, Oct. 25, Oct. 30

All workshops are in our Family Room (Room 111)

We are proud to also stay current with our PS 88Q podcast! Mr. Canales has shared two new podcasts, both in honor of October and Hispanic Heritage Month and Italian American Heritage Month. Check out these new podcasts as well as all podcasts!

Dear Families,

Welcome to NYC Middle School Admissions!

This week, Welcome Letters were sent to all families with a current 5th grader. Welcome letters were sent through your MySchools account. My Schools account was used to apply for Pre-K, Gifted and Talented, and now Middle School.

If you are having trouble accessing the Welcome Letter, please reach out to me at loshaughnessy@schools.nyc.gov.

This past week, I hosted two parent meetings regarding Middle School Admissions. I will be hosting additional meetings, both in person and virtually.

Here are the top things to get involved with this month!

Remember: EVERY parent at PS88 is a member of the PTA. Get involved and make your voice heard!

INFORMAL PTA SURVEY: PARENT AND FAMILY NEEDS

This very important, informal survey where you can anonymously share your feedback is open! Feedback received before 2pm on Monday 10/21 will be included in the formal survey being prepared by the SLT (School Leadership Team). Make your voice heard!!

Please share your thoughts in this important initiative: bit.ly/ParentNeeds202425

PICTURE DAY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

We still need several more volunteers to make our School Picture day happen!

The SignUp is now open to ALL parents (not just 5th Grade).

Sign up here: bit.ly/VOLUNTEERFallPictures24

CARING CLOSET VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

We still need several more volunteers for the Caring Closet!

The SignUp is now open to ALL parents (not just 3K/PreK).

Sign up here: bit.ly/VOLUNTEERCaringClosetFW24

The next General Membership Meeting is Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6pm, in person and on Zoom. Hope to see you there!

Hey!

Join me in earning cash for our school by using the Box Tops app. It’s an easy way to make a difference. All you have to do is buy Box Tops participating products (like Cheerios!) and scan your grocery receipt. Box Tops are worth $.10 each and they add up fast! Twice a year, our school receives a check to help pay for whatever we need - equipment, supplies or experiences the kids love!

Use this referral code CVI68QY7 when you sign up and you’ll get 25 Bonus Box Tops when you scan your first receipt now through 05/31/2025, while supplies last!

Any questions, please contact Ms. Toni!

Download the Box Tops for Education app here:

https://www.boxtops4education.com/s/get-the-app

Community Education Council 24 invites you to attend a Hybrid Meeting on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. The meeting will be held

at PS/IS 119's auditorium. Members of the public will have the opportunity to attend in-person and virtually. Details below.

Time: 6 PM - 10 PM

Location: P.S./I.S. 119

The Glendale School

74-01 78th Avenue

Glendale, New York 11385

Spanish and Mandarin interpretation services will be available at the in-person meeting.

Here is the link for the Hybrid Meeting Registration

Meeting ID: 913 4277 0782 Passcode: 019002

Participants will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to join the meeting.