From the NYCDOE Website:
2010-2011 Test Information Handbook and Request for Testing Forms now available online, at elementary schools and at Borough Enrollment Offices
This week, the New York City Department of Education released information for families interested in testing their children for eligibility and possible placement in elementary school Gifted and Talented Programs, kindergarten through third grade, in September 2011. Families interested in having their children participate in the testing – which is required for eligibility to a Gifted and Talented Program – must submit a Request For Testing Form (RFT) by of Wednesday, November 17, 2010.
The Request for Testing Form and the New York City Gifted & Talented Information Handbook 2010-2011 are available to public school students at all public elementary schools, to non-public school students at all Borough Enrollment Offices and to all students at the NYC Department of Education’s website: http://schools.nyc.gov/Academics/GiftedandTalented
Full details about the Gifted and Talented testing and placement process are included in the Handbook. The RFT and the Handbook are also available in the following translated versions: Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin), French, Haitian Creole, Korean, Russian, Spanish, and Urdu.
Families of public school children may complete a Request for Testing Form directly online or return a paper copy to their public schools. Families of non-public school children may complete a Request for Testing Form directly online or at any Borough Enrollment Office.
The Department of Education will host five borough-wide Parent Information Forums on the Gifted and Talented admissions process. At these sessions, Department staff will present an overview of testing, scoring and placement, and answer questions from families. Each session runs from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The schedule for the Gifted and Talented Parent Information Forums is as follows:
Monday, October 18, 2010, MANHATTAN, at Louis D. Brandeis Educational Campus, 145 West 84 Street, New York, NY 10024
Monday, October 25, 2010, QUEENS, at Long Island City High School, 14-30 Broadway, Queens, NY 11106
Tuesday, October 26, 2010, BRONX, at Theodore Roosevelt Educational Campus, 500 East Fordham Road, Bronx, NY 10458
Wednesday, October 27, 2010, STATEN ISLAND, New Dorp High School, 465 New Dorp Lane, Staten Island, NY 10306
Tuesday, November 9, 2010, BROOKLYN, Sunset Park High School, 153 35th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Monday, October 25, 2010
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Phone System
We experienced an issue with our phone system today, which reverted back to expired default messages from the school.
We apologize for any inconvenience. The error should not recur, but we thank you for bringing the matter to our attention.
At the end of the month, we will be installing a completely new phone system (same phone number).
We apologize for any inconvenience. The error should not recur, but we thank you for bringing the matter to our attention.
At the end of the month, we will be installing a completely new phone system (same phone number).
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
New Assistant Principal
October 12, 2010
Dear Parents/Guardians:
After an extensive search for an Assistant Principal (nearly 200 people applied), our School Leadership Team and I unanimously decided on one individual who possessed the enthusiasm, passion and skills we were looking for in our new Assistant Principal. I am eager to introduce Jason Chin to our school community. Please join me in welcoming him to PS/IS 178. Mr. Chin will attend our October PTA meeting this evening at 7 PM and will be joining us at PS/IS 178 later in the week.
As Assistant Principal, Mr. Chin will oversee the middle school, citywide and state testing, Academic Intervention Services, student advisory, the Talent Programs, After School Programs, National Junior Honor Society, Student Council and other school-wide initiatives and programs.
Welcome, Jason Chin, and congratulations!
Sincerely,
Jennifer C. Ambert
Principal
Dear Parents/Guardians:
After an extensive search for an Assistant Principal (nearly 200 people applied), our School Leadership Team and I unanimously decided on one individual who possessed the enthusiasm, passion and skills we were looking for in our new Assistant Principal. I am eager to introduce Jason Chin to our school community. Please join me in welcoming him to PS/IS 178. Mr. Chin will attend our October PTA meeting this evening at 7 PM and will be joining us at PS/IS 178 later in the week.
As Assistant Principal, Mr. Chin will oversee the middle school, citywide and state testing, Academic Intervention Services, student advisory, the Talent Programs, After School Programs, National Junior Honor Society, Student Council and other school-wide initiatives and programs.
Welcome, Jason Chin, and congratulations!
Sincerely,
Jennifer C. Ambert
Principal
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
NYC Periodic Assessment Calendar
NYC Periodic Assessment Calendar
October 4, 2010
Dear Parents/Guardians:
Please be advised of the following administration dates for New York City Periodic Assessments. These exams are formative assessments used to inform and differentiate instruction in the classroom.
Grades 1-3 ECLAS-2 September – October 29th
ECLAS-2 tracks students' development of early literacy knowledge and skills. The assessment is designed to show educators where a child is making progress and where he or she may need further instruction. The ECLAS-2 kit is based on nationally recognized end-of-year benchmarks that every child should meet in kindergarten and grades 1, 2, and 3. These benchmarks are grounded in research and reflect the current New York State literacy standards.
Grades 3-8 Acuity Instructionally Targeted Assessments in ELA and Math
November 4- November 19th
Instructionally Targeted Assessments (ITAs) were designed with New York City educators to measure skills commonly taught within a specific instructional period. These assessments meet New York City Formative assessment requirements.
Grades 3-8 Acuity Predictive Assessments in ELA and Math
January 18 – February 4 Predictive Assessments simulate New York State Tests and Regents Exams and measure student growth. These assessments meet Periodic Assessment Predictive assessment requirements.
Grades K ECLAS-2 January - February
Grade 2 EPAL January 10-21
Grades K-3 ECLAS-2 April 27 – June 3
Grades 3-8 Acuity Instructionally Targeted Assessments in ELA and Math March 7 - 18 See description above
Grade 8 Acuity Predictive Algebra March 7 - 18 Predictive Assessments simulate New York State Tests and Regents Exams and measure student growth.
If you have questions about any of the assessments, please ask your child’s teacher or you may call our Parent Coordinator, Phyllis Corley. Mrs. Corley will facilitate parent workshops throughout the year to familiarize you with the various assessments and instructional tools to support your child’s learning. A similar letter was sent in September regarding State Assessments, which is posted on the school’s blog.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Ambert, Principal
October 4, 2010
Dear Parents/Guardians:
Please be advised of the following administration dates for New York City Periodic Assessments. These exams are formative assessments used to inform and differentiate instruction in the classroom.
Grades 1-3 ECLAS-2 September – October 29th
ECLAS-2 tracks students' development of early literacy knowledge and skills. The assessment is designed to show educators where a child is making progress and where he or she may need further instruction. The ECLAS-2 kit is based on nationally recognized end-of-year benchmarks that every child should meet in kindergarten and grades 1, 2, and 3. These benchmarks are grounded in research and reflect the current New York State literacy standards.
Grades 3-8 Acuity Instructionally Targeted Assessments in ELA and Math
November 4- November 19th
Instructionally Targeted Assessments (ITAs) were designed with New York City educators to measure skills commonly taught within a specific instructional period. These assessments meet New York City Formative assessment requirements.
Grades 3-8 Acuity Predictive Assessments in ELA and Math
January 18 – February 4 Predictive Assessments simulate New York State Tests and Regents Exams and measure student growth. These assessments meet Periodic Assessment Predictive assessment requirements.
Grades K ECLAS-2 January - February
Grade 2 EPAL January 10-21
Grades K-3 ECLAS-2 April 27 – June 3
Grades 3-8 Acuity Instructionally Targeted Assessments in ELA and Math March 7 - 18 See description above
Grade 8 Acuity Predictive Algebra March 7 - 18 Predictive Assessments simulate New York State Tests and Regents Exams and measure student growth.
If you have questions about any of the assessments, please ask your child’s teacher or you may call our Parent Coordinator, Phyllis Corley. Mrs. Corley will facilitate parent workshops throughout the year to familiarize you with the various assessments and instructional tools to support your child’s learning. A similar letter was sent in September regarding State Assessments, which is posted on the school’s blog.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Ambert, Principal
Reminder - Schedule Changes
We would like to remind you of the following citywide schedule changes:
Monday, October 11th Columbus Day observed. School closed.
Tuesday, November 2nd Election Day, no school for students.
Conference day for staff.
Tuesday, November 9th Parent/Teacher Conferences. Half-day for students. Dismissal at 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, November 11th Veterans Day. School closed.
Thursday & Friday Thanksgiving Recess. School closed.
November 25th & 26th
Monday, October 11th Columbus Day observed. School closed.
Tuesday, November 2nd Election Day, no school for students.
Conference day for staff.
Tuesday, November 9th Parent/Teacher Conferences. Half-day for students. Dismissal at 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, November 11th Veterans Day. School closed.
Thursday & Friday Thanksgiving Recess. School closed.
November 25th & 26th
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