Tonight is our first Middle School Dance for the School Year
There will be refreshments and a DJ. The dance takes place from 6-8 PM. Entrance is through Avon Road. Tickets are still on sale for $3 each at the Parent Coordinator's Office. Students must submit signed permission slips to purchase a ticket.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
H1N1 Vaccinations
H1N1 Vaccinations
November 19, 2009
Dear Parents/Guardians:
Please be advised that our first in-house vaccination period for H1N1 at the Holliswood School has come to a close. The Department of Health will administer a second dose of the vaccine to students who are under ten years old at least 21 days after the first dose. The second dose will be available only to students who received their first doses as part of the in-school vaccination program. Students under ten years old who receive their first doses at a weekend point of distribution (POD) will not be eligible to receive their second doses as part of the in-school day program.
If you are still interested in having your child receive the H1N1 vaccination, please provide the signed consent form to a weekend point of distribution site. Please visit www.nyc.gov/flu to download a copy of the vaccination booklet, which includes the consent form. Please find below the locations and upcoming schedule* for weekend vaccination POD sites in Queens:
Queens
POD Site Location Dates and Hours of Operation
I.S. 125 Thomas J. McCann Woodside (Q125) 46-02 47th Avenue
Saturday, November 21, 9:00am-6:00pm
Sunday, November 22, 9:00am-5:00pm
I.S. 210 Elizabeth Blackwell (Q210) 93-11 101st Avenue
Saturday, December 5, 9:00am-6:00pm
Sunday, December 6, 9:00am-5:00pm
I.S. 25 Adrien Block (Q025) 34-65 192nd Street
Saturday, December 12, 9:00am-6:00pm
Sunday, December 13, 9:00am-5:00pm
If you have any questions, please visit www.nyc.gov/flu or you may contact our Parent Coordinator.
Thank you for your continued support.
Sincerely,
Jennifer C. Ambert
Principal
*please visit www.nyc.gov/flu for any changes to this schedule
November 19, 2009
Dear Parents/Guardians:
Please be advised that our first in-house vaccination period for H1N1 at the Holliswood School has come to a close. The Department of Health will administer a second dose of the vaccine to students who are under ten years old at least 21 days after the first dose. The second dose will be available only to students who received their first doses as part of the in-school vaccination program. Students under ten years old who receive their first doses at a weekend point of distribution (POD) will not be eligible to receive their second doses as part of the in-school day program.
If you are still interested in having your child receive the H1N1 vaccination, please provide the signed consent form to a weekend point of distribution site. Please visit www.nyc.gov/flu to download a copy of the vaccination booklet, which includes the consent form. Please find below the locations and upcoming schedule* for weekend vaccination POD sites in Queens:
Queens
POD Site Location Dates and Hours of Operation
I.S. 125 Thomas J. McCann Woodside (Q125) 46-02 47th Avenue
Saturday, November 21, 9:00am-6:00pm
Sunday, November 22, 9:00am-5:00pm
I.S. 210 Elizabeth Blackwell (Q210) 93-11 101st Avenue
Saturday, December 5, 9:00am-6:00pm
Sunday, December 6, 9:00am-5:00pm
I.S. 25 Adrien Block (Q025) 34-65 192nd Street
Saturday, December 12, 9:00am-6:00pm
Sunday, December 13, 9:00am-5:00pm
If you have any questions, please visit www.nyc.gov/flu or you may contact our Parent Coordinator.
Thank you for your continued support.
Sincerely,
Jennifer C. Ambert
Principal
*please visit www.nyc.gov/flu for any changes to this schedule
Friday, November 13, 2009
PARENT-RUN STOP AND DROP
PARENT-RUN STOP AND DROP
November 12, 2009
Dear Parents/Guardians:
Further to the PTA/Safety Committee letter of September 21, 2009 regarding the Parent-Run Stop and Drop, a PTA sponsored function, there continues to be safety concerns. In agreement with the PTA, we would like to notify all families that, effective November 13, 2009, the Parent-Run Stop and Drop will no longer continue. We appreciate the parent volunteers who have generously contributed their time and effort to aid parents throughout the years.
In addition to the letter of September 21, 2009, our school sent letters throughout last year regarding following traffic laws, such as no U-turning, no double-parking and to drive slowly in a school zone. We have been in touch with the 107th Police Precinct requesting the presence of additional traffic agents during peak times such as morning arrival (7:30-8:00 AM) and dismissal (2:15-3:00 PM). Our Safety Administrator, Donna Brailsford, has visited the school several times, met with our Safety Committee, and liaised with the Police Precinct as well. The Police Precinct has issued several tickets to those who have violated safety laws. Safety concerns have been discussed at our School Leadership Team Meetings, Safety Meetings and PTA Meetings on an ongoing basis. Our local politicians are also aware of the situation.
With all of the interventions noted above, unfortunately, there was an accident on November 12, 2009 involving two cars. Fortunately, there were no injuries.
At this time, we would like to remind parents that all students can come into our building as early as 7:30 AM to receive breakfast or to wait for school to begin. Our Avon Road doors close at 8:11 AM. If any student arrives after 8:02 AM, that student is given a late pass. Students enter through Radnor Road after the Avon Road doors close or as early as 8:00 AM. There is plenty of street parking surrounding our school building. We encourage parents/guardians to park their cars and walk students to the entrance of the school building. There is a crossing guard stationed at the corner of 188th Street and Avon Road, where there is a legal crosswalk. There is a second legal crosswalk at 188th Street and Radnor Road. Please be advised that the speed bumps surrounding our school building are not legalized crosswalks.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
November 12, 2009
Dear Parents/Guardians:
Further to the PTA/Safety Committee letter of September 21, 2009 regarding the Parent-Run Stop and Drop, a PTA sponsored function, there continues to be safety concerns. In agreement with the PTA, we would like to notify all families that, effective November 13, 2009, the Parent-Run Stop and Drop will no longer continue. We appreciate the parent volunteers who have generously contributed their time and effort to aid parents throughout the years.
In addition to the letter of September 21, 2009, our school sent letters throughout last year regarding following traffic laws, such as no U-turning, no double-parking and to drive slowly in a school zone. We have been in touch with the 107th Police Precinct requesting the presence of additional traffic agents during peak times such as morning arrival (7:30-8:00 AM) and dismissal (2:15-3:00 PM). Our Safety Administrator, Donna Brailsford, has visited the school several times, met with our Safety Committee, and liaised with the Police Precinct as well. The Police Precinct has issued several tickets to those who have violated safety laws. Safety concerns have been discussed at our School Leadership Team Meetings, Safety Meetings and PTA Meetings on an ongoing basis. Our local politicians are also aware of the situation.
With all of the interventions noted above, unfortunately, there was an accident on November 12, 2009 involving two cars. Fortunately, there were no injuries.
At this time, we would like to remind parents that all students can come into our building as early as 7:30 AM to receive breakfast or to wait for school to begin. Our Avon Road doors close at 8:11 AM. If any student arrives after 8:02 AM, that student is given a late pass. Students enter through Radnor Road after the Avon Road doors close or as early as 8:00 AM. There is plenty of street parking surrounding our school building. We encourage parents/guardians to park their cars and walk students to the entrance of the school building. There is a crossing guard stationed at the corner of 188th Street and Avon Road, where there is a legal crosswalk. There is a second legal crosswalk at 188th Street and Radnor Road. Please be advised that the speed bumps surrounding our school building are not legalized crosswalks.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Music Residency/Recorder Program
November 13, 2009
Dear Parents/Guardians of Students in Grades 2 and 3:
We are pleased to inform you that, beginning November 18, 2009, students in grades two and three will participate in a music residency/recorder program with teachers from 144 Music and Arts. Students will be supervised and assisted by their classroom teachers as well.
In planning musical activities and residencies, 144 Music and Arts offer workshops that are age appropriate. The recorder is the precursor to the family of Woodwinds and Brass. According to the NYC Blueprint for the Arts, by grade 3, students should begin reading musical notation and may begin playing pitched instruments such as the recorder or song flute. 144 Music and Arts has aligned this course with the suggestions made in the Blueprint, as an introduction that provides the basic skills needed to play an instrument. The recorder is considered for teaching notation as preparation for the orchestral winds. The reading of music teaches focus and discipline. Learning fingering supports dexterity. Children will begin by reading and playing word rhythm patterns. Students will move on to combining song with instrumental accompaniment. Further exploration of musical expression and tempo help them to develop sequences of sound and patterns. Playing and performing songs creates a level of self-confidence. Students will be given the opportunity to increase skills, vocabulary and make connections to the cultural factors that influence world music. The residency will culminate with a performance. Originally designed for the younger student, certain pieces in the repertoire are quite challenging and therefore the recorder is an introduction to the concert band program.
The cost for each recorder is $2.00. Please enclose $2.00 in an envelope, with your child’s name and class number, and return it to your child’s classroom teacher by November 17th. Checks may be made payable to PS/IS 178 The Holliswood School.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.
Sincerely,
Phyllis Corley, Parent Coordinator
Dear Parents/Guardians of Students in Grades 2 and 3:
We are pleased to inform you that, beginning November 18, 2009, students in grades two and three will participate in a music residency/recorder program with teachers from 144 Music and Arts. Students will be supervised and assisted by their classroom teachers as well.
In planning musical activities and residencies, 144 Music and Arts offer workshops that are age appropriate. The recorder is the precursor to the family of Woodwinds and Brass. According to the NYC Blueprint for the Arts, by grade 3, students should begin reading musical notation and may begin playing pitched instruments such as the recorder or song flute. 144 Music and Arts has aligned this course with the suggestions made in the Blueprint, as an introduction that provides the basic skills needed to play an instrument. The recorder is considered for teaching notation as preparation for the orchestral winds. The reading of music teaches focus and discipline. Learning fingering supports dexterity. Children will begin by reading and playing word rhythm patterns. Students will move on to combining song with instrumental accompaniment. Further exploration of musical expression and tempo help them to develop sequences of sound and patterns. Playing and performing songs creates a level of self-confidence. Students will be given the opportunity to increase skills, vocabulary and make connections to the cultural factors that influence world music. The residency will culminate with a performance. Originally designed for the younger student, certain pieces in the repertoire are quite challenging and therefore the recorder is an introduction to the concert band program.
The cost for each recorder is $2.00. Please enclose $2.00 in an envelope, with your child’s name and class number, and return it to your child’s classroom teacher by November 17th. Checks may be made payable to PS/IS 178 The Holliswood School.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.
Sincerely,
Phyllis Corley, Parent Coordinator
HONOR ROLLS – ACADEMIC & ATTENDANCE
HONOR ROLLS – ACADEMIC & ATTENDANCE
Honor Rolls will be displayed outside of the Main Office.
ATTENDANCE
All students are eligible.
Principal’s Attendance Honor Roll
Criteria: A student must achieve perfect attendance for the entire year, with no record of lateness.
Attendance Honor Roll
Criteria: A student must achieve perfect attendance, with no record of lateness, for the marking period.
ACADEMICS [Grades 3-5]
Students in grades 3-5 are eligible.
Principal’s Academic Honor Roll
Criteria: A student must achieve a level 4 in reading, writing, and mathematics, and a level 3 in all other subjects.
Academic Honor Roll
Criteria: A student must achieve a level 4 in reading and at least a level 3 in other areas.
ACADEMICS [Grades 6-8]
Students in grades 6-8 are eligible.
Principal’s Academic Honor Roll
Criteria: 95% average, S in behavior.
Academic Honor Roll
Criteria: 85% average, S in behavior.
Honor Rolls will be displayed outside of the Main Office.
ATTENDANCE
All students are eligible.
Principal’s Attendance Honor Roll
Criteria: A student must achieve perfect attendance for the entire year, with no record of lateness.
Attendance Honor Roll
Criteria: A student must achieve perfect attendance, with no record of lateness, for the marking period.
ACADEMICS [Grades 3-5]
Students in grades 3-5 are eligible.
Principal’s Academic Honor Roll
Criteria: A student must achieve a level 4 in reading, writing, and mathematics, and a level 3 in all other subjects.
Academic Honor Roll
Criteria: A student must achieve a level 4 in reading and at least a level 3 in other areas.
ACADEMICS [Grades 6-8]
Students in grades 6-8 are eligible.
Principal’s Academic Honor Roll
Criteria: 95% average, S in behavior.
Academic Honor Roll
Criteria: 85% average, S in behavior.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
SAVE THE DATE - THE HOLIDAY CONCERT
The Holiday Concert
Monday, December 14th, 2009
6:00 PM
(New Date and Time)
Featuring performances by
The Elementary Chorus (The Young People’s Chorus, Grades 3-5)
The Middle School Chorus (The Young People’s Chorus, Grades 6-8)
The Sixth Grade Concert Band
The Seventh and Eighth Grade Band (Wind Ensemble)
Second and Third Grade Recorder Ensembles (TBA)
Performance attire: White top, black bottoms
Please enter through Avon Road
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Fall Rugby Tournament at Randall's Island
Congratulations to our Elementary Flag Rugby Teams for a successful showing at the 2009 Fall Rugby Tournament, held at Randall's Island on Saturday, November 7th, through Play Rugby USA. Twenty-two of our students turned out, as well as numerous families and Coach Jesse Sanchez.
We'll be back in the Spring for the 2010 Mayor's Cup!
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Title I Parent Meeting
Dear Parent/Guardian:
Our school has been designated as a Title 1 school, which brings additional funding to the services and programs of our school. This federal funding is provided to our school under the No Child Left Behind Act. Along with the funding are guidelines that must be followed in allowing parents access to information about the Title 1 programs and services provided with continued opportunities for dialogue. It is the responsibility of the parents to meet to select a Title 1 Parent Leadership Structure.
Therefore, I have scheduled a Title 1 Parent Meeting on November 17, 2009 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
A representative from the District Office will guide us through the process and familiarize us with the important objectives that must be followed as per the Title 1 Parent Involvement Guidelines in developing our comprehensive educational plans for academic success and enhanced parent involvement.
At this meeting, parents will decide on a Title 1 Parent Leadership Structure (forming a Parent Advisory Council or a subcommittee of the school’s Parent Teacher Association) to ensure that Title 1 parents are well represented at the school and district level. If the Parent Advisory Council is chosen as the parent leadership structure, then an election will take place for officers of the Council.
Because parents are so important for children’s success, your voice is extremely important. Please make every effort to join us so we may begin our discussion on how we can work together as partners in education.
I look forward to seeing you at this meeting.
Our school has been designated as a Title 1 school, which brings additional funding to the services and programs of our school. This federal funding is provided to our school under the No Child Left Behind Act. Along with the funding are guidelines that must be followed in allowing parents access to information about the Title 1 programs and services provided with continued opportunities for dialogue. It is the responsibility of the parents to meet to select a Title 1 Parent Leadership Structure.
Therefore, I have scheduled a Title 1 Parent Meeting on November 17, 2009 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
A representative from the District Office will guide us through the process and familiarize us with the important objectives that must be followed as per the Title 1 Parent Involvement Guidelines in developing our comprehensive educational plans for academic success and enhanced parent involvement.
At this meeting, parents will decide on a Title 1 Parent Leadership Structure (forming a Parent Advisory Council or a subcommittee of the school’s Parent Teacher Association) to ensure that Title 1 parents are well represented at the school and district level. If the Parent Advisory Council is chosen as the parent leadership structure, then an election will take place for officers of the Council.
Because parents are so important for children’s success, your voice is extremely important. Please make every effort to join us so we may begin our discussion on how we can work together as partners in education.
I look forward to seeing you at this meeting.
Safety
November 2, 2009
Dear Parents/Guardians:
This notice is to remind you of the importance of taking steps to keep your child safe when he or she is involved in outdoor activities, including traveling to and from school.
The following are some safety tips that we hope you will share with your children:
• Students should never go home with strangers.
• Students should never talk to strangers.
• Students should not take things from strangers.
• If students are approached by strangers and are still near the school, they should be
encouraged to return to the school and immediately inform a staff member.
• Young students should be escorted to and from school.
• Older children should be encouraged to walk/travel to school in groups whenever
possible.
The teachers at our school will also remind students of the importance of not responding to strangers and
actions each child should take if approached by a stranger, including reporting it to responsible adults.
In addition, over the course of the school year, we may receive notification under the New York State Sex Offender Registration Act from the New York City Police Department that a registered sex offender has moved into the region where our school is located. Copies of all the notifications we receive will be kept
accessible to parents in the Parent Coordinator’s Office as well as the main office. You can also find information about registered sex offenders on the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services website, located at http://www.criminaljustice.state.ny.us or by calling 1-800-262-3257, or through the subdirectory of level three (high risk) registered sex offenders maintained at the NYPD, One Police Plaza, Room 110 C, New York, New York. The website can also be accessed through the Department of Education’s website, www.nyc.gov/schools, through the Office of School Intervention and Development home page. Finally, if our school is located in the same zip code where the sex offender resides, we will provide copies of the notification to all parents of children in our school.
These procedures are part of our continuing effort to provide a safe environment for all children in this
school. Additionally, we have scheduled a safety assembly for our students on November 19, 2009. This assembly will be provided through a grant given by the Department of Transportation in collaboration with the Department of Education.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Dear Parents/Guardians:
This notice is to remind you of the importance of taking steps to keep your child safe when he or she is involved in outdoor activities, including traveling to and from school.
The following are some safety tips that we hope you will share with your children:
• Students should never go home with strangers.
• Students should never talk to strangers.
• Students should not take things from strangers.
• If students are approached by strangers and are still near the school, they should be
encouraged to return to the school and immediately inform a staff member.
• Young students should be escorted to and from school.
• Older children should be encouraged to walk/travel to school in groups whenever
possible.
The teachers at our school will also remind students of the importance of not responding to strangers and
actions each child should take if approached by a stranger, including reporting it to responsible adults.
In addition, over the course of the school year, we may receive notification under the New York State Sex Offender Registration Act from the New York City Police Department that a registered sex offender has moved into the region where our school is located. Copies of all the notifications we receive will be kept
accessible to parents in the Parent Coordinator’s Office as well as the main office. You can also find information about registered sex offenders on the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services website, located at http://www.criminaljustice.state.ny.us or by calling 1-800-262-3257, or through the subdirectory of level three (high risk) registered sex offenders maintained at the NYPD, One Police Plaza, Room 110 C, New York, New York. The website can also be accessed through the Department of Education’s website, www.nyc.gov/schools, through the Office of School Intervention and Development home page. Finally, if our school is located in the same zip code where the sex offender resides, we will provide copies of the notification to all parents of children in our school.
These procedures are part of our continuing effort to provide a safe environment for all children in this
school. Additionally, we have scheduled a safety assembly for our students on November 19, 2009. This assembly will be provided through a grant given by the Department of Transportation in collaboration with the Department of Education.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
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Corley's Corner
Parents and Staff turn out for Corley's Ladies' Night at Strike Long Island (November 2008)
Mrs. Corley gets ready to read at the Barnes and Noble Fundraiser Event
Parents and Staff participate in Corley's Cupcake Creations Parent Workshop
Our Student Council Gives Back!
2009 Student Council President Chrysalis Terrado and her cabinet pose in front of dozens of toys donated by Holliswood families for our annual toy drive (December 2008)
