Category: Notices

“Let us remember: One book, one pen, one child, and one teacher
can change the world.” – Malala Yousafzai

Happy World Teachers Day, teachers of PS 99! We appreciate you!

 

Happy Friday! Don’t forget that there is no school on Monday, October 8th as it is a federal holiday. Enjoy your long weekend, and see you all on Tuesday!

Attention parents and guardians: on Tuesday, the school will host an afternoon workshop on “Think Central,” the website that allows teachers and students access to digital materials associated with school-related programs.

Ms. Teresi and Ms. Maier-Hopkins will be presenting the workshop, which is will take place in the main building library from 2:35pm – 3:45pm. Light refreshments will be served. Please join us to learn more about your child’s educational tools and assets!

A School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group consisting of all the constituencies that make up our school: The Principal and Assistant Principals, a Parents’ Association Co-President, a UFT (United Federation of Teachers) Chapter Leader, Parents and Staff.

SLT members develop and review the schools’ Comprehensive Education Plan (CEP), including annual goals and objectives; consult with the Principal in developing a school- based budget and staffing plan aligned with the CEP; and assist in the evaluation and assessment of the school’s educational programs and their effect on student achievement.

At this month’s General Meeting, the PA held an election to fill the positions of the outgoing parent members. We’re pleased to announce the newest members and alternate members of the SLT!

From Left: Alpana Patel, Joel Grayson, Debbie McGirt (alternate), Silva Eden (alternate), Anna Valasco

 

On Wednesday, September 26 at 6:00pm, the City will hold a public hearing at Queens Borough Hall to discuss the plan to build a new 29-story jail in Kew Gardens.

As part of the Environmental Review Process, the public will have an opportunity to learn more about the proposed project and ask questions.

Location of public hearing: 
Queens Borough Hall 120-55
Queens Boulevard, Kew Gardens, NY 11424

Forest Hills article regarding the proposed jail can be found here.

The New York City Draft Scope of Work can be found here.

Occasionally, the PA will post relevant community information that we may think will interest the PS 99 community. The above post is a public service announcement. Any questions regarding the event should be directed to the event hosts.

Have an event you’d like to share with the local community? Let us know via email!

Afterschool Program Session 1 (Grades 1 – 6 only) begins today!

Session 1 runs from September 24 – December 15

 

Registration for Session 2 (for all grades K – 6) will take place in November.

Session 2 runs from December 18 – March 26

Mark your calendar!

GENERAL MEETING DATES
All General Meetings take place at the Main Building Auditorium from 6-8pm. Child care is available during the meeting. 

Thursday, October 25

• Middle School Application Q&A
• Helping Our Kids Build Habits for Academic Independence

Thursday, November 15

• I’m a Class Parent. What does this mean?
• TBD

SCHOOL EVENT DATES
Volunteers are needed for all the School Event Dates. We’re working on a volunteer shift link so you can choose your volunteering time slots. In the meantime, you can email us if you’d like to help out with one of these event dates!

Picture Day October 17

• Help corral and usher classes
• Help straighten up hair and clothing

Bake Sale & Parent Teacher Conference November 15

• Help sell baked goods and beverages
• Help collect parent emails for PA news updates

Picture Re-Take Day December 7

WinterFest December 7

• Help decorate and set up food and beverage stations
• Help serve food and beverages
• Help break down and clean up after party

 

 

Friday, September 21st is Peace Day at School. Don’t forget to wear white!

The PA seeks parent volunteers for upcoming events! We have several upcoming events that will be taking place in the next two months, and are looking for parent volunteers. Sign up here!

To learn more about the upcoming events, please join us at our first PA General Meeting on Thursday, September 17 from 6-8pm at the Main Building auditorium.