Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Student Registration and Contact Information

Student Registration Dates for the 2010-2011 School Year:

• Tuesday, August 31, 2010 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Wednesday, September 1, 2010 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Tuesday, September 7, 2010 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

If you are not sure whether you are zoned for PS/IS 178Q, please call 311 or visit the NYCDOE website: www.nyc.gov/schools

What to Bring to Registration

When you go to register, please bring your child with you. You also must bring the following documents:

• Proof of residence. Any two of the following documents:
• A residential utility bill (gas or electric) in the resident's name issued by National Grid, Con Edison, or the Long Island Power Authority (for the Rockaways); must be dated within the past 60 days
• Documentation or letter on letterhead from a federal, state or local government agency, including the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), City Housing Authority, Human Resources Administration (HRA), the Administration for Children's Services (ACS), or an ACS subcontractor indicating the resident's name and address; must be dated within the past 60 days
• An original lease agreement, deed, or mortgage statement for the residence
• A current property tax bill for the residence
• A water bill for the residence; must be dated within the past 60 days
• Official payroll documentation from an employer such as a form submitted for tax withholding purposes or payroll receipt; a letter on the employer's letterhead will not be accepted; must be dated within the past 60 days
• Child’s birth certificate or passport
• Child’s immunization records
• Child's latest report card/transcript (if available)
• Child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and/or 504 Accommodation Plan (if applicable and available)

First Day of School for All Students (Please note Pre-K follows a different schedule on the first day of school):
Wednesday, September 8, 2010

School Hours 8:00 AM – 2:20 PM; Extended Day: 8:00 AM – 2:57 PM
Visit the NYCDOE Website: www.nyc.gov/schools or our school blog: http://holliswoodschool.blogspot.com

To contact the Parent Coordinator: pcorley3@schools.nyc.gov

To ask questions regarding the Samuel Field Y After School Program @ 178, please call them directly at 718-225-6750; Program Director: Dominick Menno

About Parent Coordinator Phyllis Corley

My name is Phyllis Louise Lattimer-Corley. I am married and have one son.

I was the educational director of a day care center in Nassau County for sixteen years prior to the birth of my son. I planned to be a stay-at- home mom for five years until my son went to kindergarten. Well, that didn’t happen! I got involved in his elementary school, PS 178, first as a class parent, then in the library, and later became PTA president for three years.

When my son moved on to middle school at MS 74, I again took on the role of PTA president for two years. Gee, I guess I wasn’t really staying at home. My son, James is now a freshman at Binghamton University. I am fortunate to be writing this blog, as I enter my sixth year as parent coordinator of my son’s wonderful alma mater.

Welcome to our school family. I am looking forward to an exciting school year. There are so many fantastic activities that have been planned for both you and your child. I encourage all parents to be partners in your child’s school.
Ø Attend Parent Teacher Conferences
Ø Go to PTA Meetings
Ø Participate in Parent Workshops
Ø Volunteer to help at school events.

I am here to assist you in any way that I can. Please feel free to contact me with any concerns or just stop by for a cup of coffee.

Phyllis Corley,
Parent Coordinator

Corley's Corner

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!

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)

Upcoming School Closings and Half Days


To view the official NYC Dept. of Education 2013-2014 School Calendar, visit


http://schools.nyc.gov/NR/rdonlyres/D45BBFC5-BB4E-4C6B-ACE7-F7E15D8AA1BE/0/20132014SchoolYearCalendar.pdf

It is also anticipated that we will add half days for professional development for our faculty during the 2013-2014 school year (subject to UFT and PTA approval). An announcement will be made.



In the event of an emergency closing or delayed opening due to weather, please call 311 or watch your local news channels. When NYC public schools are closed, our school will be closed.















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