A fresh start always feels good! Maybe that's why so many people look forward to the Fall; it's synonymous with a brand new beginning. I am looking forward to welcoming back all of our returning students in addition to getting to know the new faces that will be in our hallways soon. MECA is a special place that affords students many opportunities. I know that this is a year your child will experience to its fullest and I am excited to watch as they make the most of every opportunity that is presented to them!

Parents, I am equally excited to welcome you back to a new school and I celebrate the growth of our parent community! We are looking forward to seeing you at our PTA meetings and upcoming Fall events. I am hopeful that our renewed efforts to commit to even greater parent engagement will pay off in the most amazing school year we have had yet. Don't forget - this is a big year for MECA. You'll be helping us celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Manhattan Early College School for Advertising all year long! Get ready - it's going to be a great year!

With love,

Ms. Kaplan

skaplan@meca-nyc.org

(212) 225 -0880 ex. 3366

Classes begin promptly at 8:30. If you miss the beginning of class, you miss essential information. Set yourself up for success and arrive on time! Students will be permitted to enter the building for Breakfast starting at 8:00 am. Students who arrive to school before the start of first period should report to the cafeteria EVERY DAY.

And remember...both breakfast and lunch are available at no cost EVERY day to EVERY student in our cafeteria. A link to NYCDOE school foods menus is attached below. Menus are subject to change but give you a good indication of what will be available on a regular basis!

• Thursday September 7th FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
• Tuesday September 12th 10th/11th GRADE COLLEGE ORIENTATION
• Thursday September 14th 10th/11th GRADE COLLEGE ORIENTATION (continues)
• Friday September 15th SENIOR COLLEGE CLASSES BEGIN
• Tuesday September 19th 10th/11th GRADE COLLEGE CLASSES BEGIN
• Wednesday September 20th SEPTEMBER PTA MEETING 7 pm (VIRTUAL)
• Monday September 25th NO SCHOOL (Yom Kippur)
• Thursday September 28th BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT (invite to follow)

When you need assistance, there are a variety of people at MECA you will be reaching out to! If you have concerns regarding your child's performance in a specific class, you should first contact their teacher directly. Teacher contact information is available on our website. It can be found in the OUR TEAM section. If you are unable to reach a specific teacher, you should contact our Parent Coordinator, Vivian Cruz (vcruz@meca-nyc.org) for assistance.

Advisors will be checking in with you on a weekly basis. Advisors are here to support the social and emotional growth of your child and assist them in acquiring the skills they need to be successful in the worlds of college and career. Soon you and your child's Advisor will identify the best way to stay in touch. Please direct any questions or concerns you may have about Advisory to me directly at skaplan@meca-nyc.org.

For help with:

attendance

Metrocards

student records

health/vaccination records

general school information

Main Office (212) 225-0880 ex. 3361 or ex. 3362

Secretary Debbie Santiago at dsantiago@meca-nyc.org

For help with:

BMCC courses

college transcripts

College Liaison Gregory Bryant at gbryant@bmcc.cuny.edu

Early College Community Associate Felecita Isaac at fisaac@meca-nyc.org

For help with:

CTE program

Internship opportunities

SYEP

Work Based Learning Coordinator Carol Sun at csun@meca-nyc.org.

For help with:

course registration

credit accumulation

mandated counseling supports

concerns you may have about your child's emotional well-being

PSAT/SAT

scholarship opportunities

Guidance Counselor Arbiana Asani aasani@meca-nyc.org

Guidance Counselor Lourdes Figeuroa lfigeuroa@meca-nyc.org

Social Worker Maria Militano mmilitano@meca-nyc.org

Director of College Counseling Lauraly Laurent llaurent@meca-nyc.org

Finally, our Assistant Principals are available to help address any and all of your concerns. It is easiest to make an appointment to speak with them via email initially. China Camacho can be reached at ccamacho@meca-nyc.org and Patty Edwards can be reached at pedwards@meca-nyc.org. You can also always call the Main Office and request to speak with them directly.

For students (and families!) who may be interested in information about tryouts for the Fall season and beyond, please see the contact list attached below so that you can connect with the appropriate Coach. Parental consent and medical forms will be available in the Main Office rm 239.

SEPTEMBER PTA MEETING

September 20th, 7 pm

Request Zoom Link

Visit the MECA PTA Website