Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Second Annual Multicultural Night - May 17, 2011




Our second annual Multicultural Night was a successful event, complete with parents, family members, students, staff, and community members. The event was coordinated by Title I Parent Committee Chairperson, Ms. Basehore and Ms. Corley, our parent coordinator. Students worked in groups with their family members and staff members to produce trifold boards representing countries of their family history, including China, El Salvador, Greece, Italy, Ireland, Jamaica, Philippines, Zambia and much more. The students researched information, such as history, climate, clothing, transportation, landmarks, languages and other facts about their countries. Students, parents, family and staff members also contributed dishes from their countries and, together, the school community enjoyed a delightful evening representing the true essence of our school mission statement. The evening culminated with a performance by a dancer from the American Dance Studio, Heather, who gathered students and parents for a group dance, including the tarantella and Irish step dancing.

8th Grade Varsity Math Team Places Second in Citywide Tournament






Congratulations to the 8th Grade Math Team for placing second in Sunday's sixth annual Pi5 NY Math Tournament. Our 8th grade team placed 2nd in the varsity division. Special congratulations to Coach Kim Mascoe and students, Henry, Junhao, Saif, Caleb and Brian. The students were fortunate enough to receive their silver medals from our new Chancellor, Dennis Walcott.

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Construction Along Kent Street

Dear Parents/Guardians:

I have been informed by the Community Construction Liaison that construction work will begin along Kent Street on Thursday, May 12, 2011 to repair a water main.

In the prior notification (attached) sent to the community by CEC, work was projected to take place between Union Turnpike and Grand Central Parkway "for about two weeks." At this point, water main pipes are being installed between Aberdeen Road and Midland Parkway, and the work is expected to continue south on Kent Street from Midland Parkway to Grand Central Parkway for about three weeks. Affected residents are being notified accordingly.

Due to this ongoing construction, please allow extra travel time, so that students are not late for school. As a reminder, students in grades 3-8 will be taking Book of their NYS Math Exam on Thursday.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me, Mr. Chin or Mrs. Corley.

Many thanks.

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

NYS ELA and Math Field Test 2011

May 9, 2011

Dear Parents/Guardians of Students in Grades 3 – 8,

The New York State Education Department will be administering a Field Test to all schools in New York State, which will measure student achievement in ELA and Mathematics. This exam will be administered on May 16, 2011 and the results of the exam will be used by the state for educational purposes. Please note that your child’s performance on this exam will not be considered as promotional criteria and the results will not appear on your child’s official transcripts.

Thank you for your attention to this matter and for your continued support.

Sincerely,


Jennifer Ambert
Jason Chin

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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