Message from Ms. Rached
Such an exciting week! On top of our regularly programming, this week we had the Book Market, we celebrated Valentine’s Day and the 100th Day of School, and our fifth grade classes had field trips to the Brooklyn Museum of Art! Wow!
Holi Festival Planning
We are looking forward to our Holi celebration on March 8. We are planing on having an in-class lesson around the meaning and significance of Holi, and an outdoor celebration in the school yard. We’d love to hear feedback and perspectives from families in our community who celebrate Holi as we plan our programming. We’ll be having a Holi planning meeting on Tuesday, 2/28, at 10AM. The meeting and Zoom link will be on the school calendar.
Spring AUCTION - ONLY 2 WEEKS LEFT!
Going once, going twice…we’re almost out of time and we need your help for the Spring Auction on Sunday, March 12! We still need your donations of items or services to put up for bidding. It doesn’t have to be big or expensive, just something fun, something useful, something intriguing - if people would bid on it, we want it. And if you can help out with auction planning with your planning expertise, even better! You can sign up to help and join the Auction Planning committee and donate items or services through the same link!
Racoons on Sale!
No, not everyone’s favorite procyonid. But if you’re not sporting PS154 raccoon gear on these stylish Brooklyn streets, we’ve got you covered. Shop the mid-winter sale on long sleeve Ts and crew neck sweatshirts! Starting at $15, it’s a great time to show your support for PS154.
Basic Needs Survey
This is a stressful time for all. However, some families may be experiencing problems that are making things more difficult than most. We created this form as a way for you to let us know how you are doing outside the academic needs of your students. It's completely optional, but we do hope to hear from you if you need us. Please complete your contact information, and then answer the questions so we can work out the best way to provide support. This information will be kept private unless you give me permission to share it with others who can help you. If you have questions, or would rather just email me, you can reach me at tgordon@ps154.org
Book Market Donations
We are always accepting donations to our book Market! Book donations can be left on the stage in the MMR in clearly marked boxes or bags. Thank you!
CCEC Nominations
The deadline to run for CCEC (Community and Citywide Education Councils) has been extended to February 23. Please see here for more info (you will need to sign in with your NYCSA account)
NYCSA ACCOUNTS
We are encouraging all custodial parents to set up their NYCSA account. NYCSA is a very important DOE online portal that provides all your child’s official school records, including report cards, attendance, and IEPs. Please log on to the link below and set up your account. Reach out to Tanica Gordon if you need a creation code or have any questions. tgordon@ps154.org https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learning/student-journey/nyc-schools-account
Superintendent Town Hall
Please see the links below the slides from the Feb. 15 Superintendent Town Hall.
COMMUNITY CORNER
Aid for survivors of Earthquake in Turkey and Syria
Please see below for a list of organizations providing relief for the survivors of the recent Earthquake, which was shared by a member of the PS154 community.
Cost-free English classes
District 15 is offering English classes! Please see the flyer for details.
We are hiring!
PS154 is hiring a school aide, for 4 hours per day (during school hours). The job will entail clerical work in the Main Office and occasional supervision of students. We are looking for a flexible, caring, candidate with strong communication skills, who loves working with children and families. Spanish-speaking a plus.
Interested? Please see the DOE job posting.
BUILDING SAFETY REMINDERS
Thank you for working with us to keep our building safe, and to help us to be accountable for everyone who enters the building. Please remember to bring your ID when you come to the building (or keep a photo of your ID stored on your phone).
ATTENDANCE REMINDER
Let us know when your kids are absent; please email the classroom teacher and cc Tina (thill@ps154.org).
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