Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Wed, Oct 6 9:07am
We’re looking for Class Parent Leads!
Tue, Oct 5 11:16am
Classroom parent leaders act as a key point of connection between the school, the PTA, and each classroom, helping to provide updates, elevate concerns, and foster a sense of community within each ind ... [More]
Confirmed Covid 19 Case PS 20 Clinton Hill
Mon, Oct 4 2:14pm
10/4/2021 12:46 PM Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Close Contacts Quarantined Dear P.S. 020 Clinton Hill at 225 ADELPHI STREET Community: The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) a ... [More]
Positive Covid Case
Mon, Oct 4 12:05pm
10/4/2021 11:35 AM Dear P.S. 020 Clinton Hill at 225 ADELPHI STREET Community: I hope you are staying healthy and safe. Today I am writing to inform you of a potential case of COVID-19 in our school ... [More]
Important Information from Cluster Teachers
Thu, Sep 30 4:57pm
Hello Parents! Please view the document linked below for important information from the cluster teachers of PS20 - French, Dance, Music, Physical Education, and Library/Early Literacy: https://doc ... [More]
PTA Meeting Minutes, Presentation, and Budget
Wed, Sep 29 12:55pm
The P.S. 20 PTA would like to thank everyone who was able to come to our Full Membership Meeting on September 23rd. For those who were not able to attend, we are sharing the minutes and presentation ... [More]
Positive Case Covid 19
Tue, Sep 28 5:00pm
9/28/2021 4:10 PM Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Dear P.S. 020 Clinton Hill at 225 ADELPHI STREET Community: The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and the NYC Test + Trace Cor ... [More]
Power outage update
Mon, Sep 27 5:34pm
Good Afternoon PS 20 Community, At approximately 12:30 PM today our building experienced an electrical service interruption. Several classrooms experienced power outages and / or blinking lights. W ... [More]
After school programs canceled
Mon, Sep 27 2:45pm
Dear After School families, Due to the power outage in the building, we will have to cancel all after school programs. I am sorry for the inconvenience. Please contact your program director if you h ... [More]
Everyone is Safe - Electrical Fire @ PS20
Mon, Sep 27 1:25pm
Ms. Barbera just asked me to send a message to all parents via Konstella to let everyone know there was a small electrical fire in the basement of PS 20 and as a result the school was evacuated. Eve ... [More]
PTA General Membership Meeting Recording
Mon, Sep 27 10:52am
We hope everyone had a great weekend. We are still working on finalizing the PTA meeting minutes and the answers to the questions that were raised at the meeting or were sent to us - we hope to have ... [More]
Please join us this Thursday for the September PS 20 PTA General Membership Meeting
Tue, Sep 21 2:56pm
Please join us this Thursday, September 23rd at 6pm for the September PS 20 PTA General Membership Meeting. The meeting information is at the bottom of this message. We look forward to virtuall ... [More]
Attention Families Grade 1 through Grade 5- IMPORTANT NOTICE
Mon, Sep 20 3:47pm
We need your consent for COVID testing for all students in grades 1 through 5. For your convenience, hard copies will be sent home via back pack tomorrow Tuesday, September 21st. Or you can file you ... [More]
DOE Health Screening
Fri, Sep 17 4:16pm
Good Day Please log onto https://healthsceening.schools.nyc
School Closed
Wed, Sep 15 4:15pm
Good Evening This is a reminder that all NYC Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, September 16th in observance of Yom Kippur. School will reopen on Friday, September 17th.
Join your children's classrooms in Konstella!
Mon, Sep 13 4:18pm
Dear PS 20 community, Classrooms are now in Konstella. As a parent, you can add your children to their classroom by using the "Your children" option in the user menu, as shown below. You can do this w ... [More]
Mosaic Welcome Letter!
Sun, Sep 12 12:16pm
Dear Parents and Caregivers, Welcome to a new school year! We are very excited to have the opportunity to serve your family for Fall 2021 as part of the Mosaic Afterschool Program. From 2:40-6pm ... [More]
District 13 Return to School Webinar
Thu, Sep 9 3:55pm
When: Sep 9, 2021 07:00 PM Topic: District 13 Return to School Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84105119329
Friday: virtual meet & greet with teachers
Wed, Sep 8 8:08am
Dear PS 20 families, As mentioned in last week's PTA meeting, there will be virtual meet & greets with teachers this Friday Sept 10. You will get a Zoom invite from your children's teachers on Thursda ... [More]
P.S. 20 Reopening PTA Meeting Recording and Notes
Sun, Sep 5 8:58am
Hi everyone, Thanks for those of you who were able to attend the PTA meeting about school reopening on September 2 from 6-7:30. For those of you who couldn't make it, we are attaching the recording ... [More]
Konstella classroom content will be archived -- download/copy messages & photos now to keep it.
Fri, Sep 3 10:16am
Dear PS 20 teachers and families, Early next week we will be archiving all Konstella classrooms, events, and announcements, ahead of the start of classes on Sept 13. If there's anything you want to h ... [More]
Reminder: Back to School PTA Meeting with Ms. Barbera Tonight (9/2/21) 6-7:30pm
Thu, Sep 2 2:59pm
Just a reminder, the PTA is hosting a Back to School Meeting with Ms. Barbera, so parents can hear about what preparations are being made for students to return on Monday, September 13th, updates on h ... [More]
Mosaic Registration Live at 12pm today!
Wed, Sep 1 9:41am
Good morning PS 20 families! Mosaic registration will go LIVE at 12pm today, September 1st. Be sure to create or update your profile on Sawyer, our registration platform, if you haven't done so alread ... [More]
The Back to School Virtual PTA meeting scheduled for tomorrow, September 1st will be postponed to make room for families to attend the Back to School Forum hosted by the Department of Education
Tue, Aug 31 3:00pm
The virtual PTA meeting will be rescheduled for Thursday September 2nd 6:00 PM- 7:30 PM The NYC Department of Education will be hosting a series of virtual Back-to-School Family Forums led by the boro ... [More]
Supply lists
Tue, Aug 31 11:35am
Hi P.S. 20 community, We know that there have been many questions about supply lists. The school apologizes for the delay as Ms. Barbera and the teachers are currently revising the supply lists to ... [More]
P.S. 20 Reopening
Sun, Aug 29 10:43pm
Dear PS 20 Community, As we get closer to school reopening, we understand that you have many questions and concerns about the 2021-2022 school year. Last week the Mayor and Chancellor Porter announced ... [More]
Registration for Mosaic!
Fri, Aug 27 11:18am
Hello PS 20 families! We’re writing to update you on some details about the Mosaic program and registration for the coming year. The Mosaic afterschool program will be offered to grades Pre-K - 5, beg ... [More]
Mosaic Afterschool!
Thu, Aug 5 2:31pm
Hello PS 20 families! We are actively planning Mosaic's return, and can't wait to see your children this school year! A few things to note for now: Registration for Mosaic will open in late August. ... [More]
DOT Parent Workshop
Tue, Jul 6 11:43am
Good morning, I hope you had a wonderful 4th of July Weekend! NYC DOT is pleased to announce our summer safety workshops for parents and caregivers which is scheduled to begin next week! Attache ... [More]
ONE LAST GOODBYE & THANK YOU!
Sat, Jun 26 1:07am
PS 20 Family, So it's officially the 1st day of summer vacation and I just wanted to take one final opportunity to thank you and celebrate you! This year has been marked by highs and lows, but we we ... [More]
IPAD TEAM
Thu, Jun 24 4:15pm
Dear Family Our records show that your student has a DOE iPad that was loaned out to support remote or hybrid learning during the pandemic response. Here are some important things to know: If your s ... [More]
Watch PS20 Talent Show Now!
Tue, Jun 22 7:51am
PS20 Talent Show 2021 is now available for streaming, on demand! https://flipgrid.com/0c88643b It's not too late to submit a performance, either! Super big round of applause for our only THREE perform ... [More]
REMINDER! Picture Day Pictures Are Ready!
Mon, Jun 21 9:55am
Picture day pictures are ready! All orders need to be placed by Wednesday, June 23rd and will be shipped directly to you! 15% of all sales go to the PS20 PTA! To see your child's gallery please fol ... [More]
P.S.20 Families' Reminder : Support the P.S.20 PTA $1 Rummage Sale! EXTENDED to dropoff and pickup time this week!
Mon, Jun 21 12:40am
Dear P.S.20 families, The Rummage, the first pilot at P.S.20 did make so many families happy to donate and grab some extraordinary deals, on Saturday! Due to a popular demand to have more days, t ... [More]
A Thank You note for Meryem and Law and those who have served - THANK YOU PTA Muscle!
Fri, Jun 18 3:27pm
Dear PS20 Community, The PTA board and PS20 families would like to acknowledge the stellar service of our two co-presidents Meryem Bencheikh-Ellis and Lawrence (Law) Watford. In these unlikely times ... [More]
Flowers Are Here! - Last-minute orders available!
Thu, Jun 17 10:36am
If you ordered flowers, they will be available for pick-up today outside the main entrance between 1:30pm - 2:30pm. We did order a few extra, so if you'd like to place a last-minute order, you can d ... [More]
#PS20RummageSale 2021
Tue, Jun 15 3:03pm
#PS20PTA$1Rummage Sale is this Saturday, June 19 from 11am-3pm in the School Yard on Clermont Ave. Dear P.S.20 Families, #Sustainability is making a final call to all of us at #PS20, before the end ... [More]
ANNOUNCEMENT: NEW P-EBT FUNDS FOR CURRENT SCHOOL YEAR
Tue, Jun 15 12:29pm
Dear P.S.20 families, This is an update on the P-EBT (Pandemic) funds issued per child per the school year 2020-2021. Please read carefully. If you are not in financial need of the P-EBT issued to yo ... [More]
#PS20JuneMovieNight: LAST MOVIE NIGHT OF THE YEAR 2020-2021. FRIDAY JUNE 18TH AT 7PM. DEDICATED TO OUR P.S.20 SENIOR CLASS 2021.
Mon, Jun 14 8:02pm
LAST MOVIE NIGHT OF THE YEAR 2020-2021 FRIDAY JUNE 18TH AT 7PM DEDICATED TO OUR P.S.20 SENIOR CLASS 2021 Dear P.S.20 families, This is it! The end of the #SchoolYear is approaching fast and furiou ... [More]
THANK YOU For Supporting $5K FOR PS20! THE FINAL TOTAL IS....
Sun, Jun 13 6:22pm
PS20 Family, After a couple of days to regroup and process, I just wanted to take a moment and say THANK YOU to the entire PS20 community for making Friday’s event a great success!!! It was truly aw ... [More]
Last Day To Order Flowers + Call For Volunteers!
Sun, Jun 13 3:23pm
In case you missed it, we are running the flower fundraiser again in the month of June! Flowers will be available on Thursday, June 17, from 1:30-2:30pm. We are accepting orders until today at 7pm. ... [More]
Last Day of the PS 20 Silent Auction!
Sat, Jun 12 1:44pm
Yesterday's Social Justice Run is just another reminder of how amazing PS 20 is! Let's continue to support our amazing school and get all our bids in for the online auction! It ends tonight at 8pm! Se ... [More]
$5K FOR PS20 - SOCIAL JUSTICE RUN Important information
Fri, Jun 11 12:29am
Hello PS20 Family! TOMORROW, JUNE 11TH is the date of our 1st Annual $5K for PS20 SOCIAL JUSTICE RUN!!! This will be the first event since the 2020 Brotherhood Dinner to bring together our entire sc ... [More]
PS 20 Online Auction Extended to SATURDAY!
Thu, Jun 10 4:57pm
By popular demand we are extending the online auction ONE MORE DAY! The auction will now close Saturday at 8pm! Gifts, experiences and a bit of self love can all be bid on to support our amazing sch ... [More]
PS 20 Online Auction!
Thu, Jun 10 8:36am
Thank you to all who have already started bidding! We have already reached 46% of our goal! There are vacation homes, a personal shopper at Greenlight Bookstore and gift certificate to buy books(!!) ... [More]
The PS 20 Online Auction Live at Midnight!
Tue, Jun 8 8:13am
The fun begins tonight at midnight! The PS 20 Online Auction will be live! There are so many fun items and experiences! Find what is right for you and start bidding to support our amazing school! Se ... [More]
Power Outage at PS Good Day20
Mon, Jun 7 1:42pm
Good Day PS 20 Families This message is to inform you that there is a power outage at the school. The source of the outage was a manhole fire On Myrtle Ave. The building is not in any danger, the st ... [More]
$5k For PS20 - Event Breakdown Video for All
Sat, Jun 5 9:06pm
Dear Teachers & Families, We are excited about our upcoming benefit run supporting the DEI Fund. We have put together a 30 minute video with all the information. Watch Video Here! Here are some p ... [More]
Anti-racism in District 13 with Keynote Speaker Dr.. Ibram X. Kendi
Fri, Jun 4 7:55pm
Please read the attachment
Picture Day Pictures Are Ready!
Fri, Jun 4 2:16pm
Picture day pictures are ready! All orders need to be placed by Wednesday, June 23rd and will be shipped directly to you! 15% of all sales go to the PS20 PTA! To see your child's gallery please fol ... [More]
School Closed
Fri, Jun 4 1:28pm
Tuesday, June 8th is a Professional Development Day for the teachers It is a Non- Attendance for the students
FREE COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINIC
Thu, Jun 3 8:09am
MARK MORRIS DANCE GROUP IN PARTNERSHIP WITH NYC HEALTH & HOSPITALS TEST + TRACE CORPS Where: 3 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn 11217 When: Thurs., June 3 – Sat., June 5 5pm-10pm NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED Pfiz ... [More]
Mosaic Afterschool Program Fall 2021 Survey
Wed, Jun 2 11:58am
Hello Ps. 20 parents and caregivers, Hope all is well. I know you have many questions about what afterschool may look like for the upcoming school year. We are working on answers, and need your help! ... [More]
District 13 Chancellor Town Hall Tomorrow 6:30-7:30PM
Tue, Jun 1 5:03pm
Dear PS 20 Community, Please attend the District 13 Chancellor Town Hall tomorrow- Wednesday, June 2nd from 6:30-7:30PM. Register by using the registration link below, copy and past in your browse ... [More]
Non Attendance Day for Students- School building will be closed
Tue, Jun 1 1:04pm
NON ATTENDANCE DAY FOR ALL STUDENTS THE SCHOOL BUILDING WILL BE CLOSED THURSDAY, JUNE 3, 2021
What's Happening
Fri, May 28 2:33pm
$5K for PS20 Fundraiser for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Fund
Fri, May 28 9:26am
Dear PS20 Families, The PTA is hosting our 1st annual $5K for PS 20 social justice benefit run at Fort Greene Park on June 11, 2021. Our goal is to raise $5,000 for the PTA's Diversity, Equity and In ... [More]
Online Auction June 9-11th! Last call for donations!
Tue, May 25 7:16am
PS 20 Community- Get excited for our online auction coming June 9-11th! We have some really exciting items- vacation homes, beautiful gifts (jewelry, pottery, etc..), summer camps, and gift cards to ... [More]
September Reopening - Message from Chancellor Meisha Porter
Mon, May 24 8:22am
Dear Families, First, thank you. I know the past year has required resiliency, determination, flexibility, and sacrifices from all of us, and from you in particular. You have taken on new roles that ... [More]
PTA General Meeting Minutes 5/19 - Check out the New PTA Board Members
Sat, May 22 2:40pm
A big congratulations and welcome to our new and returning Board members for the 2021-2022 school year! We thank you in advance for your commitment to PS 20 and look forward to an exciting school year ... [More]
Department of Environmental Protection DEP ART and POETRY WATER CHAMPIONS!! Congratulations to Orea and Aaron our own PS20 Scholars!
Fri, May 21 3:33am
DEP Water Resources organized in March 2021, the 35th Annual Art & Poetry contest among 1300 students in NYC from 2nd to 12th grade. Students were asked to be creative about the theme of WATER and NY ... [More]
Town Hall with Chancellor Miesha Porter
Thu, May 20 9:37am
CEC 13 Chancellor Town Hall with Chancellor Miesha Porter
Pick-up for May Flowers is TODAY! Plus, a few last-minute orders possible
Thu, May 20 7:00am
If you ordered flowers in the May Flowers fundraiser, pick-up day is today! Flowers will be available in front of the school building, 225 Adelphi, between 1:30-2:30pm. PLUS, good news, if you mi ... [More]
TOMORROW: Friday May 21st at 7PM: #PS20MovieNIght: "Raya and the last dragon"!
Thu, May 20 6:06am
Dear PS20 Families, As promised, #PS20MovieNight for the Month of May is happening! Friday, May 21st at 7 PM #PS20MovieNight is back with a unanimous students' vote for the sensational "Raya and t ... [More]
Picture Day Retakes Will Be Remote
Mon, May 17 3:17pm
If you missed picture day you may sign up here to schedule a REMOTE photo session with Stomping Ground! **All remote photo shoots have to be scheduled and done by Sunday, May 23rd** ALL pictures wi ... [More]
PS20 TALENT SHOW 2021: "POSITIVITY"
Mon, May 17 1:34pm
Dear PS20 Family, Talent Show 2021 will once again be online on Flipgrid: https://flipgrid.com/0c88643b Join Code: 0c88643b You will need to use your child's DOE account to log on. (By now, we all kn ... [More]
PS 20 Online Auction!
Mon, May 17 9:54am
PS 20 Community Get excited for our online auction coming June 9-11th! We have some really exciting items- vacation homes, beautiful gifts (jewelry, pottery, etc..), summer camps, and gift cards to ... [More]
3K Program at PS 20
Fri, May 14 1:06pm
Dear PS 20 Community, New 3-K for All programs throughout the city have been added to the application for the upcoming school year. PS 20 will now offer 3K class in September 2021. If you, or some ... [More]
Message form the Chancellor: Meisha Porter. "May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month"
Fri, May 14 7:31am
May 12, 2021 Dear Families, As you may know, May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. This is the time when we celebrate the culture, history, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific ... [More]
LAST DAY TO ORDER: May Flowers for PS20
Thu, May 13 8:30am
Title: PTA FUNDRAISER: May Flowers for PS20 Spring is here in all its glory. The PTA is partnering with Re:flourish, a local Black woman-owned floral studio, to celebrate. Order a Re:flourish desi ... [More]
Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Close Contacts Quarantined
Wed, May 12 2:30pm
5/12/2021 2:20 PM Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Close Contacts Quarantined Dear P.S. 020 Clinton Hill at 225 ADELPHI STREET Community: The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) an ... [More]
2 DAYS LEFT FOR GREEN ARTS - We can do this WE NEED $2,539.00
Wed, May 12 11:37am
Dear PS 20 Family and Green Arts supporters, We have 2 days left to make it to receive a $5000 grant. We can do this! Ask wide and large, any amount! A bunch of small amounts make a big one! IOBY ... [More]
Situation Room is investigating a potential COVID case in our school community
Wed, May 12 9:59am
5/12/2021 9:50 AM Dear P.S. 020 Clinton Hill at 225 ADELPHI STREET Community: I hope you are staying healthy and safe. Today I am writing to inform you of a potential case of COVID-19 in our school ... [More]
New York City School Survey
Tue, May 11 11:36am
Good Day PS 20 Families Please complete your NYC School Survey today! You are not receiving survey access codes for your families this year as you will use your child's OSIS number to access the s ... [More]
PTA FUNDRAISER: May Flowers for PS20
Mon, May 10 10:22pm
Spring is here in all its glory. The PTA is partnering with Re:flourish, a local Black woman-owned floral studio, to celebrate. Order a Re:flourish designed floral arrangement through the PTA, and a ... [More]
Reminder: Picture Day
Fri, May 7 7:55am
PS 20 Picture Day! Support the school and get cute photos of your kid(s) from Stomping Ground! Click here for more information Wednesday, May 12th and Friday, May 14th All in person students will have ... [More]
Bringing the family pet to morning arrival and afternoon dismissal.
Fri, May 7 7:52am
Hello PS 20 Families: I am writing this note asking all dog owners to please be mindful when bringing your dog with you to drop off and pick up your children. Now that we are lining up on the narr ... [More]
2021-2022 DOE School Year Calendar
Tue, May 4 1:35pm
Good Day Attached you will find the 2021-2022 DOE School Calendar.
PRINCIPAL APPRECIATION and TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK!!!
Mon, May 3 11:09am
Hello PS 20 Family, Welcome to May at PS20! Not only are we just 7 weeks from the end of the school year, but we're also at the first day of our return to 5 day in-person learning as well as PRINCIPA ... [More]
PS 20 Auction Donations Needed!!
Fri, Apr 30 7:44am
It is time for the annual PS20 School Auction! While it won’t look exactly the same as in the past, it is still an exciting way to support the PS 20 community... and of course get some really cool stu ... [More]
In- Person Learning update
Wed, Apr 28 1:23pm
Dear PS 20 Families: As you know we are planning to provide 5 days per week in person learning to all students currently attending the Blended Learning Program. The overwhelming majority of families ... [More]
April is #EarthMonth and today is "Coast to Coast school garden tour, from the Big Island of Hawaii to Washington, DC led by students!"
Tue, Apr 27 10:21am
Dear families, Please join this exciting event LIVE from 1 PM to 1:45 PM, today, April 27th. Register at https://growingschoolgardens.org/ This event is open to ALL, classrooms, teachers, remot ... [More]
#PS20MovieNight: THANK YOU PS20 families.
Sat, Apr 24 3:25pm
Dear P.S.20 Families, Thank you for coming yesterday on a coolish night with your chairs, blankets, and your blankies! PS20 schoolyard had never looked so beautiful! We are counting our blessings an ... [More]
MOVIE NIGHT IS SOLD OUT
Fri, Apr 23 1:26pm
Hello Families, The PTA truly appreciates your enthusiasm for our first movie night. Many of you have RSPV'd. So much that we are officially at capacity. We are doing our best to make lemonade out ... [More]
#PS20MovieNight outdoors logistics: COVID19 regulations and sustainability protocol.
Fri, Apr 23 2:14am
Dear families, Today will be our first #PS20MovieNightOutdoors and we are all very excited. We would like to thank the DOE who is now allowing schools to organize Art-related events outdoors, and ... [More]
ZERO WASTE MOVIE NIGHT
Thu, Apr 22 8:56pm
Dear PS 20 Families, As PS 20 strives to support sustainability and teach our students to be earth-friendly citizens, we are encouraging families to bring your own reusable plates and water bottles ... [More]
Parents Voting on CEC Elections
Thu, Apr 22 2:53pm
Good Day Please open and read the attached document.
PS 20 Auction Donations!
Mon, Apr 19 6:24pm
It is time for the annual PS20 School Auction! While it won’t look exactly the same as in the past, it is still an exciting way to support the PS 20 community... and of course get some really cool stu ... [More]
PS 20's Outdoor Movie Night Update
Sun, Apr 18 6:49am
Hello Families, The recess yard can safely hold up to 60 families, each placed 6 feet apart. It is important that you reserve your family's space due to the capacity limit. PLEASE RSVP HERE
PS 20's First Outdoor Movie Night
Sat, Apr 17 5:21pm
RSVP HERE
Parent Chat and Chew Updated Link
Thu, Apr 15 1:13pm
PS 20 Parents: "Chat and Chew" Please Join Principal Barbera on Thursday April 15 at 3:00 PM for the monthly Chat and Chew. The purpose of the monthly Chat and Chew is to keep an open line of co ... [More]
Shop Local AND Support PS20 with ShopIN.nyc
Thu, Apr 15 4:56am
Bagels & lox from Russ & Daughters? Olives, dates, and your favorite baklava from Sahadis? Paper Towels? Masks? Now you can support PS20 when you shop local! ShopIN.nyc is an online "everything st ... [More]
Confirmed Case of COVID-19
Wed, Apr 14 3:51pm
4/14/2021 3:05 PM Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Close Contacts Quarantined Dear P.S. 020 Clinton Hill at 225 ADELPHI STREET Community: The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) an ... [More]
Potential case of COVID-19 in our school community
Wed, Apr 14 11:13am
4/14/2021 10:18 AM Dear P.S. 020 Clinton Hill at 225 ADELPHI STREET Community: I hope you are staying healthy and safe. Today I am writing to inform you of a potential case of COVID-19 in our scho ... [More]
Important message for families of new students returning to school from Remote Learning during the week of April 26th
Tue, Apr 13 8:03am
Dear Families: We welcome your student back to school for in person learning during the week of April 26th. Individual class placement and weekly schedules will be sent to you in a subsequent emai ... [More]
Blended Learning opt-in.
Mon, Apr 12 5:37pm
Hello PS 20 Community: 26 PS 20 families opted into in-person learning . As you are aware, the last opt-in window ended this past Friday, April 9. We will welcome students across grade levels back ... [More]
PS20 PTA Board Meeting Minutes - Take a Read, Get Involved
Mon, Apr 12 6:33am
Hello Family and Community, Please find the minutes from the PTA board meeting April 9, 2021, attached. Please read. If you have questions or thoughts and want to get involved email us at board@ps2 ... [More]
YOU ARE PTA!! Join the PS 20 PTA 2021-2022 Executive Board!
Sun, Apr 11 5:18am
YOU ARE PTA!! Join the PS 20 PTA 2021-2022 Executive Board! PTA ELECTION DATE: WED, May 19th Executive Board Elections FAQs How do I nominate a candidate? Nominations can be submitted via email ... [More]
GREEN ARTS FUNDRAISER - WE ARE CLOSE TO OUR GOAL FOR OUR $5000 MATCH
Sun, Apr 11 5:16am
Dear PS 20 Family and Green Arts supporters, Thanks to your generous support last year, our innovative Green Arts program has continued to thrive, even during this very trying year. In-person stude ... [More]
Parham Park incident on Sunday April 4
Fri, Apr 9 5:12pm
Dear PS 20 Community: As many of you already heard there was an assault on a child in Parham playground on Sunday April 2. I contacted the NYPD and received confirmation from the Anti- ... [More]
YOU ARE PTA!! Join the PS 20 PTA 2021-2022 Executive Board!
Fri, Apr 9 3:36pm
YOU ARE PTA!! Join the PS 20 PTA 2021-2022 Executive Board! PTA ELECTION DATE: WED, May 19th Executive Board Elections FAQs How do I nominate a candidate? Nominations can be submitted via email ... [More]
Join Chancellor Porter at New York Urban League's Virtual Town Hall, Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at 6PM.
Wed, Apr 7 2:07pm
Join Chancellor Porter at New York Urban League's Virtual Town Hall, Wednesday, April 7, 2021 Hello and Good Afternoon Parent Leaders FYI and Please share! New York Urban League Virtual Town Hall ... [More]
Picture Day
Wed, Apr 7 8:29am
PS 20 Picture Day! Support the school and get cute photos of your kid(s) from Stomping Ground! Click here for more information Wednesday, May 12th and Friday, May 14th A few notes for families to ... [More]
April Calendar
Sun, Apr 4 9:48am
The Clinton Hill School PS 20 April 2021 Week of Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday April 1-2 1 Spring Recess 2 Spring Recess April 5-9 5 B 6 A 7 A ... [More]
MYRTLE Avenue EASTER EGG HUNT
Tue, Mar 30 2:16pm
Myrtle Avenue Easter Hunt Saturday, April 3, 11am-1pm at Myrtle Avenue Plaza (Corner of Myrtle and Hall St.) Masks required. The Easter Bunny will be extra busy this year, preparing for a very uniq ... [More]
A CALL FOR SUPPORT OF GREEN ARTS - PLEASE READ
Sun, Mar 28 7:24am
Dear PS 20 Family and Green Arts supporters, Thanks to your generous support last year, our innovative Green Arts program has continued to thrive, even during this very trying year. In-person stude ... [More]
SPRING BREAK, HOMESTRETCH AND TURNING THE PAGE - JOIN US!!!
Fri, Mar 26 6:17pm
As of 2PM on Friday, it is officially Spring Break! For many of us, this winter was a tough one, but you've made it; we've made it! When we return from the break we'll be in the homestretch, with j ... [More]
SPRING BREAK, HOMESTRETCH AND TURNING THE PAGE - JOIN US!!!
Fri, Mar 26 5:04pm
Hello PS20 Family, As of 2PM on Friday, it is officially Spring Break! For many of us, this winter was a tough one, but you've made it; we've made it! When we return from the break we'll be in th ... [More]
Holiday Travel
Fri, Mar 26 12:00pm
A Note from Chancellor Porter: Happy Friday! As we look towards spring break, we want to make sure that all our families stay healthy and safe next week by minimizing travel as much as possible. Plea ... [More]
BUY LOCAL & SUPPORT PS20 - Easy way to contribute with your local favorites
Thu, Mar 25 7:36am
Bagels & lox from Russ & Daughters? Olives, dates, and your favorite baklava from Sahadis? Paper Towels? Masks? Now you can support PS20 when you shop local! ShopIN.nyc is an online "everything st ... [More]
MAYOR BILL DE BLASIO AND SCHOOLS CHANCELLOR MEISHA PORTER ANNOUNCE $130 MILLION RESTORATION TO SCHOOL BUDGETS: "funding equivalent to 100% of each schools' enrollment loss against their projections will be restored"
Thu, Mar 25 1:54am
Congratulations to all NYC schools! Parents from NYC schools and NYC Council members joined forces to get the money back into the schools! #noclawback2021 From Council Member Brad Lander: "Back in De ... [More]
Positive Case 3-24-2021
Wed, Mar 24 3:46pm
3/24/2021 3:37 PM Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Close Contacts Quarantined Dear P.S. 020 Clinton Hill at 225 ADELPHI STREET Community: The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) an ... [More]
Opt in period for Remote Learning Families
Mon, Mar 22 5:38pm
As you all know the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) updated its recommendations for physical distancing in schools, decreasing it from six feet to three feet for students. We were also told by DOE ... [More]
Principal for a Day
Mon, Mar 22 2:31pm
Principal for a Day - Beckett Kirschner. Beckett is excited to serve as your principal tomorrow. He was at school today preparing a schedule with Ms. Barbera. One of the tasks at hand was to ... [More]
Message for our Asian Families and PS20 community
Fri, Mar 19 9:18pm
PS 20 Family, It is evident that we are in trying times right now. Even as we wrestle with the complex reality of COVID, it's clear that life has offered us no reprieve from the tragic reality of rac ... [More]
A message from the District 13 Superintendent: Standing with our Asian-American Community.
Fri, Mar 19 12:13pm
Chat and Chew technical difficulties
Thu, Mar 18 9:28am
Hello Parents, Apologies for thr technical difficulties in loggingon to the meeting. A new link will be sent shortly.
New Link Chat and Chew
Thu, Mar 18 9:27am
L Barbera is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Chat and chew new link Time: Mar 18, 2021 09:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82017893965?pw ... [More]
Food Bank Mobile Pantry
Thu, Mar 18 8:27am
Parent Chat and Chew 9:15-10:00 Zoom Meeting: ID: 868 3252 1770 ; Passcode: 231157
Thu, Mar 18 7:25am
L Barbera is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Parent Chat and Chew 9:15 AM-10:00 AM Time: Mar 18, 2021 09:15 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j ... [More]
PTA Town Hall - Meeting is open if you want to come chat! Official start time 6pm
Wed, Mar 17 4:45pm
https://nycdoe.zoom.us/j/89801068374?pwd=T2tqZnFIUTd5bnZ1d0VLeFRxUUYxZz09 Meeting ID: 898 0106 8374 Passcode: 831272 Prior to entering the meeting, you will be directed to a waiting room where we wi ... [More]
PS 20 TOWN HALL FOR THE FUTURE: From PTA CO-PRESIDENTS
Tue, Mar 16 1:21pm
Hello P.S. 20 Family, Please join us this Wednesday at 6pm for our community Town Hall where we'd like to assess where we are as a school community and talk about the path ahead as we look forward to ... [More]
Weekend Wellness
Tue, Mar 16 10:54am
View in browser Subscribe to School Wellness Weekly (opens in new window) Missed an issue? Visit our archive website (opens in new window) School Wellness Weekly March 11, 2021 Weekend ... [More]
Positve Covid 19 Case
Fri, Mar 12 2:03pm
3/12/2021 Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Close Contacts Quarantined Dear P.S. 020 Clinton Hill at 225 ADELPHI STREET Community: The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) a ... [More]
Report Card Grading
Wed, Mar 3 2:07pm
Please read the attached information
Chancellor Letter to Families
Wed, Mar 3 11:40am
Please read the attached letter to families from the Chancellor Richard Carranza
Student Led Conferences
Tue, Mar 2 10:23am
Good Day PS 20 Families This is a reminder to you that on Thursday, March 4th will be Student Led Conferences. The students will be dismissed at 11:00am. Please be sure to schedule an appointment ... [More]
Mending the Fabric of Democracy - info below and flyer attached
Fri, Feb 26 3:58pm
BRING CIVIC EDUCATION TO ALL SCHOOLS NOW Recent events have vividly shown that trust in our nation’s democratic institu- tions and constitutional values is frayed. The fabric of our democracy is clear ... [More]
March Cohort Calendar
Fri, Feb 26 8:09am
Student-Led Conferences
Fri, Feb 26 8:03am
Student Led Conferences take place on Thursday March 4th. Blended Learning students will be dismissed at 11:00AM sharp. Conferences run between 12:00 Noon and 7:00PM. You must schedule an appoint ... [More]
Kids Heart Challenge is in full swing!
Wed, Feb 24 8:50am
Hi PS 20 Kids Heart Challenge is in full swing! Every single dollar you raise during our program will help kids and families build healthier lives. We are so proud of our school community for making ... [More]
Food Bank of New York City Food Distribution
Mon, Feb 22 3:50pm
Building Cleared to Reopen
Fri, Feb 19 4:46pm
2/19/2021 12:20 PM Subject: School Building Cleared for Reopening Dear P.S. 20 - BROOKLYN at 225 ADELPHI STREET Families: Today I am writing to share an important update about our school build ... [More]
IMPORTANT SCHOOL OPENING INFORMATION
Fri, Feb 19 7:54am
Hello PS20 Families, Many of you have received the notice from the DOE Situation Room indicating that the school building must be closed through the 24th. However the latest update (forthcoming) from ... [More]
P.S.20 closure until 2.24.2021
Tue, Feb 16 12:21pm
Subject: 10 Day Bldg Closure Due to Multiple Confirmed Cases Dear P.S. 20 - BROOKLYN at 225 ADELPHI STREET Families: I’m writing to inform you that following an initial 24 hour closure of our ... [More]
Please Be Advised
Sun, Feb 7 7:38pm
Good Evening PS20 Community Please be advised that only Class 3-324 will be quarantined only. The first Konstella message was sent in error to the school community. The second message was sent info ... [More]
1 Positve case
Sun, Feb 7 7:11pm
Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19: Close Contacts Quarantined Dear P.S. 020 Clinton Hill at 225 ADELPHI STREET Community: The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and the NYC Test + ... [More]
1 Positive Covid-19 Case in Class 3-324
Sun, Feb 7 7:05pm
Dear Member of P.S. 020 Clinton Hill at 225 ADELPHI STREET class 3-324: Your child has had close contact with an individual in our school community who has tested positive for COVID-19. According to ... [More]
OUTDOOR CLASSROOM OUTOF COMMISSION
Sat, Feb 6 1:03pm
Hello Families, The outdoor classroom in the courtyard is currently off limits as it has sustained some damage due to the snow. Please advise your children to not play or go near it. Our wonderful ma ... [More]
February Cohort calendar
Wed, Feb 3 4:41pm
PTA General Meeting Minutes January 20, 2021
Tue, Feb 2 2:04pm
Dear Community, Please find attached the minutes from our last PTA general meeting. Please note the upcoming PTA board meeting on Friday February 5th at 10am. Topic: PTA Board Meeting https://nycdoe ... [More]
District 13 Middle School Enrollment Forum: February 1 st, from 6 PM to 7 PM.
Sun, Jan 31 4:36pm
Dear families, The District 13 Superintendent Kamar Samuels, will be holding a Townhall/Forum about Middle School Enrollment tomorrow, February 01, from 6 PM to 7 PM. ZOOM MEETING ID: 812 1810 58 ... [More]
SAVE THE DATE - KIDS HEART CHALLENGE
Fri, Jan 29 1:42pm
Hello PS20 Community we are happy to announce we are partnering with the American Heart Association this year. We hope to be an ongoing partnership that will support and add on our communities under ... [More]
15% off PS 20 Merchandise Today!
Wed, Jan 27 2:23pm
PS 20 merchandise is now available! 15% off TODAY - Wednesday, January 27th! Support our school while rocking our fabulous new merchandise! Masks, sweatshirts, water bottles and so much more! Start ... [More]
A Spotlight on Black History
Tue, Jan 26 4:12pm
Good Evening PS 20 Families I hope that you and your families are safe and well. I am sure that we all agree that the pandemic has taken a toll on our minds, our bodies and our souls. We all long fo ... [More]
Postive Covid-19 Case with no school community contact
Mon, Jan 25 2:09pm
1/25/2021 9:14 AM Subject: Confirmed Case of COVID-19 but NO exposure to School Community Dear P.S. 020 Clinton Hill at 225 ADELPHI STREET Community: Today we are writing to inform you that ... [More]
Regarding 5 days a week school Mandate
Mon, Jan 25 12:24pm
Hello Parents, There have been some questions regarding the implementation of the 5 day school week mandate sent down from the Mayor and the Chancellor. At PS 20 some families were offered invitation ... [More]
PS 20 Beautiful Facemask Celebration on Flipgrid
Fri, Jan 22 2:16pm
We are happy to announce the PS20 Beautiful Facemask Celebration on Flipgrid. This celebration is open to all students and staff. This celebration is to encourage students and staff to create thei ... [More]
SCHOOL TEMPORARY WI-FI OUTAGE AT 225 ADELPHI
Thu, Jan 21 9:59am
DEAR PARENTS, Principal Barbera wanted to notify the community of a temporary wi-fi outage at the school that may have disrupted some of today's learning activities - particularly for teachers teachin ... [More]
MLK DAY MESSAGE FROM PTA CO-PRES
Mon, Jan 18 12:07pm
Hello PS 20 Family, Happy Martin Luther King Day! Today is the day that we take time out to honor and reflect on the legacy of a man (an American) who sacrificed his life for the cause of freedom, j ... [More]
NEW PS 20 Merchandise!
Mon, Jan 18 10:38am
NEW PS 20 merchandise is now available! Support our school while rocking our fabulous new merchandise! Masks, sweatshirts, water bottles and so much more! Start your shopping! https://shop.sprea ... [More]
Revised message for Chat and Chew with correct date
Wed, Jan 13 3:41pm
PS 20 Parents: "Chat and Chew" Please Join Principal Barbera on Friday January 15, 2021 at 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM for the monthly Chat and Chew. The purpose of the monthly Chat and Chew is to keep a ... [More]
CEC 13 monthly meeting
Tue, Jan 12 1:13pm
Hello D13 Community, Please join CEC 13 tonight for our Calendar and Business meeting. There will be: A presentation from SCA (School Constuction Authority) Superintendent discussion on Middle Sch ... [More]
Parent Workshops
Thu, Jan 7 2:30pm
Dear partner, Happy New Year! The Child Mind Institute’s School and Community Programs team would like to invite you to join us for our upcoming Caregiver Support Workshops. Our three workshop ser ... [More]
A message form our GreenArts gardening teacher Mr. Jonathan: Jars needed for bulb planting. #Tisthetime #plantingSeason #GreenArtsatPS20
Wed, Jan 6 11:29am
Dear families, Happy New Year from our GreenArts committee! We need all hands on deck! Mr. Jonathan our gardening teacher at PS20, is launching a bulb planting class with our students. #happyjar ... [More]
Important Principal's Letter
Mon, Jan 4 1:20pm
Happy New Year! (and preparing to return to school)
Sun, Jan 3 5:32pm
The PTA wants to wish everyone a happy and healthy new year. We are excited about what 2021 may bring for our community and hope for some normalcy on the horizon. Just a few reminders as we start ... [More]
PTA General meeting minutes 12/22 - Next PTA General Meeting Wednesday January 20 - 6pm
Sat, Jan 2 3:38pm
Please find the attachment for the December 22 PTA general meeting minutes below. Next PTA general meeting will be on Wednesday January 20th at 6pm. Topic: PTA General Meeting https://nycdoe.zoom.u ... [More]
48 Hour Left for 2020 Giving
Wed, Dec 30 12:17pm
JOIN US in making our way to $50,000 for PS 20! Thank you to each of you who have already donated to support our 2020-21 Annual Appeal! We are thrilled to have surpassed the $30,000 mark, thanks to la ... [More]
Middle School 266
Wed, Dec 23 6:16pm
Parent Letter from Richard Carranza
Wed, Dec 23 6:11pm
Giving Tree Thank You Letter
Wed, Dec 23 2:48pm
PS 20’s Holiday Gift Drive was a success! We would like to thank everyone who donated gifts to our holiday gift drive. Your donations helped to make this holiday season special for our students. It ... [More]
Tomorrow is the LAST day! From 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. Tis' the season.......Ho ho ho ... The Scholastic Book Fair is in-person in the gymnasium of P.S.20 Clinton Hill School.
Tue, Dec 22
Dear families, Parents and students of cohort B are welcome to visit the Scholastic bookfair at P.S.20 from 2 pm to 3:30 pm. All remote families are welcome to the bookfair as well, from 9:30 am to ... [More]
January Cohort Calendar
Tue, Dec 22 5:19pm
The Clinton Hill School PS 20 January 2021- Blended Learning Week of Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday January 1 1 Happy New Year! School Closed No C ... [More]
Free School Meals during the Winter Break
Tue, Dec 22 5:08pm
If you need or would like a meal (breakfast and lunch) : The Following OFNS Food Hubs will be open during the winter recess: P.S. 256 P.S. 67 Brooklyn Tech High School Meals will be available fr ... [More]
10 Days left for 2020 Giving
Mon, Dec 21 10:07am
JOIN US in making our way to $50,000 for PS 20! Thank you to each of you who have already donated to support our 2020-21 Annual Appeal! If you have not yet donated, we urge you to consider a one-time ... [More]
District 13 Townhalls: Becoming an Anti- Racist District. Nikole Hannah-Jones, Pulitzer winner and parent at D13, guest speaker on Tuesday December 15th. Recording for parents who missed this Townhall.
Sat, Dec 19 5:49pm
Dear P.S.20 Families, P.S.20 is part of NYC School District 13. "District 13 encompasses the upscale townhouses of Brooklyn Heights, new high-rises along Flatbush Avenue Extension, sprawling publ ... [More]
Toy Drive
Sat, Dec 19 8:21am
update on MS Admissions and HS Admissions
Fri, Dec 18 10:31am
Please read important documents
School Resumes on Friday, December 17th
Thu, Dec 17 11:07am
Good Day P S 20 Families I hope everyone is doing well and is safe. Please take the time to enjoy this "Snowy Day" with your family. Please note that school will resume tomorrow , December 17th ... [More]
Parent Coordinator will be In the school building on December 17th
Wed, Dec 16 5:47pm
This message is to inform you that the Parent Coordinator, Ms. Colon will be in the building tomorrow. If you need to call the school to ask a question she is available. If you requested an IPad f ... [More]
School Closed
Wed, Dec 16 3:09pm
School Closure
Wed, Dec 16 2:50pm
Due to expected severe weather conditions, all New York City public school buildings will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, December 17, 2020. All instruction will take place remotely. Learning Bridge ... [More]
The Giving Tree
Tue, Dec 15 4:01pm
Good Day P S 20 Families All gifts for the "Giving Tree" are due by Monday, December 21st. If you were unable to get a snowflake and would still like to give a gift to a student , you may do so. ... [More]
Chat and Chew
Tue, Dec 15 3:44pm
PS 20 Parents: "Chat and Chew" Please Join Principal Barbera on Thursday December 17, 2020 at 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM for the monthly Chat and Chew. The purpose of the monthly Chat and Chew is to kee ... [More]
Inclement Weather Letter
Tue, Dec 15 11:36am
Health Q & A
Tue, Dec 15 11:33am
Families across the DOE are invited to attend another session of the #NYCOfficeHours series, during which they can ask city public health experts and DOE leadership questions about health and safety i ... [More]
GIVING TREE UPDATE!!!
Tue, Dec 15 9:02am
Hello PS 20 FAMILY! I am very happy to announce that ALL OF THE SNOWFLAKES ON THE GIVING TREE HAVE BEEN SPOKEN FOR!!! In other words, all 60 of the kids on the giving tree will have a gift. Thank you ... [More]
Fork+Pencil Book Distribution
Mon, Dec 14 8:24pm
Greetings PS 20 families, Thank you to everyone who purchased books and signed up to volunteer with distribution! Due to this week’s projected storm, we will unfortunately be cancelling the distribu ... [More]
CEC and Townhall Meeting
Mon, Dec 14 3:35pm
Major Google Outage Knocks Out YouTube, Gmail, Classroom for About an Hour
Mon, Dec 14 8:20am
Parents, Please be aware of that a an outage at Google has cause issues with online learning this morning, according to news reports. Check your news listing for more details: https://www.nbcnewyork.c ... [More]
Three Important Things to Know
Fri, Dec 11 4:00pm
Three Important Things to Know: 1. Upcoming Chat & Chew with Principal Barbera. December 17, 9:15am-10am. This is an opportunity for parents and caregivers to connect with and discuss various topics w ... [More]
Holiday BOOK Fair STILL Going until tomorrow
Fri, Dec 11 7:55am
Good Day PS 20 Families, On December 13th, the PS 20 PTA will be wrapping up our annual Holiday Fall Book Fair (http://www.forkandpencil.com/ps-20-brooklyn.html) Due to COVID-19, our book fair wi ... [More]
The Giving Tree
Wed, Dec 9 6:39pm
Good Evening PS 20 Families I hope that all is well and everyone is keeping safe. Please read the attached documents. Be Well
Cold Weather Letter To Parents
Wed, Dec 9 1:03pm
Dear PS 20 Families: Please make sure that your child is properly dressed for the cold weather. Students will be going outside to play during the cold winter months unless weather conditions cau ... [More]
GIFT IDEAS? COME SHOP AND FUNDRAISE FOR PS20
Wed, Dec 9 8:05am
HOLIDAY GIFTING THAT SUPPORTS PS20 Support your child’s school when you purchase gifts for the holidays! A portion of all proceeds from the companies listed below are donated back to the PS20 PTA. ... [More]
URGENT MESSAGE FOR BLENDED STUDENTS
Fri, Dec 4 11:00am
GOOD DAY PS 20 FAMILIES THIS IS AN URGENT MESSAGE FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE BLENDED LEARNING. ALL STUDENTS WHO WILL BE RETURNING TO THE SCHOOL BUILDING MUST HAVE COVID -19 TESTING CONSENT COMPLETED ON ... [More]
HOLIDAY GIFTING THAT SUPPORTS PS20
Fri, Dec 4 6:51am
HOLIDAY GIFTING THAT SUPPORTS PS20 Support your child’s school when you purchase gifts for the holidays! A portion of all proceeds from the companies listed below are donated back to the PS20 PTA. The ... [More]
Regarding the Mayor's announcement: Please Read
Wed, Dec 2 11:33am
Dear PS 20 Community, By now you may have heard the Mayor's announcement in regard to changes in the DOE's blended learning and in-person policies. As has been the case throughout the pandemic, the ... [More]
JOIN US in making our way to $50,000 for PS 20!
Tue, Dec 1 4:36pm
JOIN US in making our way to $50,000 for PS 20! Thank you to each of you who have already donated to support an incredible launch of our 2020-21 Annual Appeal! If you have not yet donated, we urge yo ... [More]
Covid Consent Letter
Tue, Dec 1 10:43am
Good Day Families , Please open the attachment below to read the important document.
Let’s raise $50,000 to support PS 20!
Tue, Dec 1 6:43am
Let’s raise $50,000 to support PS 20! In a typical year, the PS 20 PTA spends approximately $250 per student to support programs and initiatives that support our children’s learning. We love our kids ... [More]
PTA Meeting Minutes and Treasurer Report
Mon, Nov 30 8:34am
Attached are the minutes and financial report from the 11.24.20 PTA meeting. One significant highlight is that the PTA is recruiting members of our community to assist with fundraising initiatives, si ... [More]
DOE is releasing plans today to re-open school buildings with enhanced weekly testing for COVID-19 in place for students and staff. Update for Families.
Sun, Nov 29 12:23pm
Happy Sunday dear PS20 community. Here is the latest from the DOE. This is an update for our families. Stay healthy, be safe. Dear Parent Leaders, I hope you had a restful Thanksgiving holiday th ... [More]
Update For Families Letter from the Chancellor
Wed, Nov 25 10:01am
Please read the attached document
GENERAL PTA Meeting happening NOW!
Tue, Nov 24 6:10pm
Come and join!
Parent Coordinator's contact information
Mon, Nov 23 9:53am
Good Day P S 20 families I hope all of you are safe and well. To ensure that your needs are met, I am asking that you contact me directly to assist you. You can reach me at (718) 795-5306 and my e ... [More]
Free Turkeys for PS 20 Families
Fri, Nov 20 5:11pm
Good Evening PS 20 Families This message is to announce that free turkeys are ready for distribution to PS 20 Families. The former PS 20 Parent and PTA President Conna Cook will be distributing t ... [More]
Blended Students Only
Thu, Nov 19 1:35pm
This message is for Blended Learning Families Only: Class materials / supplies will be available for pick up tomorrow between the hours of 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM for most Blended Learning Cohort groups ... [More]
District 13 Superintendent Kamar Samuels is having a Town Hall on Race and Enrollment. Tonight at 7PM.
Wed, Nov 18 6:44pm
Dear P.S. 20 families, The District 13 Superintendent, Mr. Kamar Samuels, and his District Leader Team are having a Town Hall on Race and Enrollment, this evening at 7 PM. Wednesday, November ... [More]
School Closed Until Further Notice
Wed, Nov 18 4:14pm
Good Day Families As you may have heard NYC Public School buildings will close officially tomorrow, Thursday, November 19th until further notice . You can get detailed information about the ... [More]
Urgent Message to Parents
Wed, Nov 18 2:15pm
Dear Families, I hope you and your loved ones are safe and healthy. All of us at the Department of Education have been so proud to witness the joy of students and educators reuniting and learning ... [More]
Middle School Open House
Tue, Nov 17 11:02am
Hello, Please remind your 5th and/or 8th grade families this week is: The Young Women's Leadership School Virtual Open House Week Mon Nov 16, Tues Nov 17, Wed Nov 18 @ 5:30pm Saturday Nov 21 @ ... [More]
Middle School Open House
Tue, Nov 17 10:25am
Good Morning PS20 Family, Hope all is well with you and yours. Please see the attached flyer for our upcoming open house. Please share it with your community. We are so excited about the progress ... [More]
Family and Student Information Session
Tue, Nov 17 9:45am
(Revised) Student Led Conferences
Mon, Nov 16 8:52am
Good Day Families This is a revised message in regard to the dismissal time for students on Thursday, November 19th. The correct time for dismissal is 11:00am. I apologize for the error.
Student Led Conferences
Mon, Nov 16 8:32am
Good Day Families This is a reminder that Student Led Conferences will be on Thursday, November 19th. The student will be dismissed at 11:30am. The conferences will be via Zoom. Please be sure to ... [More]
Chancellor's Letter
Fri, Nov 13 3:55pm
Dear Parents Please review the important parent letter from the chancellor. Click on the attachment.
Opt- In to Blended Learning
Fri, Nov 13 3:17pm
Good Evening Families You will find attached the information and the link if you choose to opt in for Blended Learning. If your child is Total Remote Learning and you would like to change to blende ... [More]
ACT NOW! TELL THE MAYOR AND CHANCELLOR THAT YOU DON'T AGREE WITH THEIR OPT-IN DECISION
Thu, Nov 12 8:50pm
Hello PS 20 Community, The election looks to be over, but this is when the real work begins. Make your voice heard and let the Mayor and the Chancellor and the City Council know that their decision t ... [More]
11/6 Board Meeting Minutes + Blended vs Remote Data
Thu, Nov 12 7:00am
Good evening PS 20 parents, Attached please find the minutes from the 11/6/20 Board Meeting. Additionally, during the 10/28 General PTA meeting, parents asked for data regarding the number of re ... [More]
Reminder: Virtual "Chat and Chew" with P.S.20 Principal, Lena Barbera, Thursday November 12th at 10:15am.
Wed, Nov 11 2:06pm
Dear P.S.20 Families, The Monthly Chat and Chew was a 40-minute meeting formally conducted once per month in the Art Studio. Now we will go virtual. The purpose of the monthly Chat and Chew is ... [More]
School Closed for Observance of Veteran's Day
Tue, Nov 10 3:11pm
Good Evening PS Families This is a reminder to you that NYC Public Schools will not be in session tomorrow, November 11th. NYC Public Schools will be closed in observance of Veteran's Day. School ... [More]
SAVE the DATE : Virtual Chat and Chew with Mrs Barbera THURSDAY November 12th at 10am. ADVOCACY for better OPT-IN OPTIONS - keep it going ON
Tue, Nov 10 11:43am
Dear P.S.20 Families, Mrs. Barbera is offering a special "Chat&Chew" this Thursday, November 12th at 10 am. Many parents would like to hear one last word of wisdom before finalizing their opt-in p ... [More]
Message from the DOE: November is Family Empowerment Month. EVENTS FOR STAFF AND PARENTS.
Mon, Nov 9 4:36pm
EVENTS FOR STAFF AND PARENTS November is Family Empowerment Month Family Empowerment Month is an opportunity to recognize the importance of school, home, and community partnerships, now even more cr ... [More]
UFT’s Virtual Parent and Family Conference: online TODAY from 9AM to 2PM and the theme is Reimagining Parent Voice in the Age of COVID-19.
Sat, Nov 7 9:26am
Dear PS20 Families, Please log on to this UFT conference for the parents and educators. We usually have this conference happening in one of the NYC schools, but the pandemic is making "virtual "the ... [More]
Opt In Blended Learning Letter
Fri, Nov 6 4:10pm
Good Evening Families You will find attached the information and the link if you choose to opt in for Blended Learning. If your child is Total Remote Learning and you would like to change to blend ... [More]
Ell Parent Meeting
Thu, Nov 5 3:07pm
The PTA meeting minutes and link for viewing
Sun, Nov 1 5:14pm
Hello families, Please find attached the link for viewing the October 24th, 2020 first PTA meeting of this school year: https://nycdoe.zoom.us/rec/share/qxV0yFfvwoRtCxf0GaG6BHFmfbZWETKaLrmiugkj0I1NH ... [More]
Halloween Contest
Fri, Oct 30 9:18am
ZOOM AUTHENTICATION ISSUES
Thu, Oct 29 9:12am
Hello PS20 Family, There seem to be some issues logging on to Zoom this morning. If you or your child is having trouble connecting to your morning meeting, then reach out to your teacher to let them k ... [More]
PTA Meeting Zoom Room Please READ
Wed, Oct 28 6:53pm
Hi Everyone, We are trying to get people in, however we got zoom bombed last week so we need to be able to recognize your name. Thank you for identifying yourselves or children.
Learning Bridges
Wed, Oct 28 2:15pm
Please see the attached notice for families
Blended Learning Opt- In
Tue, Oct 27 2:32pm
Dear Families Please read the attached letter
Thriller Dance Party!! Saturday, Oct. 31, 10am on Zoom
Mon, Oct 26 5:53pm
YES It's happening! MR. CHUNG'S THRILLER DANCE PARTY 2020 ZOOM ONLY (Link below) Saturday, October 31, 2020, 10am Mr. Chung is back with his hottest dance moves and simple choreography to get e ... [More]
Please re-join PTA meeting
Wed, Oct 21 6:25pm
Join Zoom Meeting https://nycdoe.zoom.us/j/83363397731?pwd=ZGRRRXdWZW55YjNmOHZwck1QZWkwdz09
PTA MEETING WAS ZOOM BOMBED
Wed, Oct 21 6:23pm
We are putting together another link. Hope everyone is ok. Stay tuned
November 2020
Tue, Oct 20 10:13am
PS20 PTA Board ELECTIONS - PLEASE READ AND GET INVOLVED
Tue, Oct 20 9:13am
YOU ARE PTA!! Join the PS 20 PTA 2020-2021 Executive Board! PTA ELECTION DATE: WED, OCTOBER 21st Executive Board Elections FAQs How do I nominate a candidate? Nominations can be submitted via em ... [More]
November Calendar
Fri, Oct 16 4:11pm
School Calendar Change Attention PS 20 Families: This notice is to inform you of an important change to our school calendar. Thursday November 5, 2020, will be a regular school day. PS 20 The ... [More]
Virtual Halloween contest with The Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership
Fri, Oct 16 2:33pm
Join the Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership 1st Virtual Costume Contest this Halloween. Neighbors are invited to get creative and share their family costume pictures. The three looks with the most vo ... [More]
Online Piano Classes
Wed, Oct 14 3:39pm
The Anselmo Academy of Music & The Arts Non Profit Organization www.anselmoacademy.org Fall 2020 Semester of Online Private and Group Lessons @PS20 This is a year long program divided into semesters w ... [More]
PTA meetings and elections
Fri, Oct 9 4:16pm
Through the remainder of 2020, the PS 20 PTA will be conducting meetings virtually via Zoom. Please see the meeting schedule below. Zoom log in details will be posted on Konstella in advance of eac ... [More]
Columbus Day School Closed
Fri, Oct 9 3:03pm
This is just a reminder that school will be closed on Monday, October 12th . School will resume on Tuesday, October 13th for Full Remote and Blended students. Have a safe and enjoyable weekend.
GOOGLE GROUPS ISSUES (PTA CO-PRES)
Thu, Oct 8 9:18am
Good morning PS20 community, A number of families have reported having issues getting in to Google classroom. If you or your child are experiencing difficulty logging in to Google classroom, please no ... [More]
SUPPLY DROP OFF
Mon, Oct 5 8:34pm
The PTA will be accepting school supplies on behalf of parents this week, Tuesday-Friday from 8:30-9 in the Clermont-side school yard. Please bring supplies in bags with sturdy handles, labeled wit ... [More]
COVID 19 safety update from PTA
Sun, Oct 4 8:09pm
The increase in COVID-19 cases that has been happening in Brooklyn and Queens for a few weeks has reached our neighborhood. Fort Greene/Clinton Hill/Bed-Stuy(zip code 11205) is now a designated “area ... [More]
MAYOR DE BLASIO SENDS STATE PROPOSAL TO CLOSE SCHOOLS AND NON-ESSENTIAL BUSINESSES IN NINE NEW YORK CITY ZIP CODES
Sun, Oct 4 3:39pm
MAYOR DE BLASIO SENDS STATE PROPOSAL TO CLOSE SCHOOLS AND NON-ESSENTIAL BUSINESSES IN NINE NEW YORK CITY ZIP CODES FACE 2:02 PM (1 hour ago) to FYI Below: THE CITY OF NE ... [More]
PS20 2020/21 HANDBBOOK
Sat, Oct 3 8:01am
Dear Families, Please find below the link to the 20/21 school handbook. May you be well https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRWP5hw6YGWfoF3TGBOYZ8dbUPvgjZcUV6s0_TYSJrhjIP-i8FEyrNbryQ8hj56RzE ... [More]
September 29, 2020: Update for Families on COVID-19 Testing
Thu, Oct 1 11:36pm
Letter signed by: Dave A. Chokshi, MD, MSc Commissioner, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Ted Long, MD, MHS Executive Director, NYC Test & Trace Corps Richard A. Carranza, Chancellor, New Y ... [More]
A message from the Office of Family and Community Empowerment
Thu, Oct 1 12:51am
Dear PS20 Families, These are some important updates from the DOE Office of Family and Community Empowerment. Remote Learning Agreement DOE/UFT DOE entered a new agreement with the UFT, which pr ... [More]
REGARDING OUTDOOR TIME - Please read
Wed, Sep 30 3:01pm
At P.S. 20, we understand that outdoor time is vital to our students' physical, mental and emotional health, especially given the current public health crisis. We are fortunate to have ample outdoor ... [More]
A CALL for CLASS PARENT LEADERS
Sat, Sep 26 4:04pm
Dear Parents and Guardians, We hope this finds you well in the midst of this historical collective experience. As we move towards reopening, and classes are now mostly in place, we need your assistanc ... [More]
PLEASE READ REGARDING $420 EBT cash for groceries
Sat, Sep 26 2:51pm
Dear Families, Every kid in NYC public schools is getting a pandemic food benefit this year of $420 EBT cash per child for groceries. All Phase 1 and Phase 2 families (those already on public assist ... [More]
Can you help PS 20 families with IT issues?
Fri, Sep 25 9:17am
Dear PS 20 families, We're looking for a few volunteers to help other parents and guardians resolve IT issues around online learning, like trouble logging into their student DOE accounts, or using Goo ... [More]
School Closed / Blended Calendar
Thu, Sep 24 4:30pm
September 24, 2020 Hello PS 20 families: Monday September 28th there is no virtual or in person attendance for staff and students in observance of Yom Kippur. Learning resumes for all on Tuesda ... [More]
Parent Message from The Chancellor
Tue, Sep 22 8:02am
Dear Families, September 21, 2020 It is my pleasure to welcome yo ... [More]
ONLINE LOGIN HELP
Tue, Sep 22 12:48am
Hello PS 20 Family, We know that getting started with online learning can be a bit of a grind. With the rapid change to remote learning, even some teachers have found it challenging to navigate the ... [More]
ISSUES LOGGING IN
Mon, Sep 21 9:18am
Good Morning Parents, If you're having difficulty getting your child online this morning, you're not alone. There seems to be some technical trouble logging in this morning, particularly from the DOE ... [More]
Good morning PS 20 families!
Sun, Sep 20 8:49pm
Good morning PS 20 families! Please see below for important school-wide updates and information. As always, you are welcome to email board@ps20.org with general questions and questions@ps20.org with ... [More]
Family Income Inquiry Form
Fri, Sep 18 2:48pm
Good Day Families Please copy and paste the link below to complete the Family Income Inquiry Form. A form is required from all families. https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/PickDistrict Thank ... [More]
Meet & Greet with Principal Lena Barbera: today at 1 PM on YouTube Live
Fri, Sep 18 11:42am
Dear P.S.20 family, Come "Meet and Greet" with Ms. Barbera, PS 20 admin and teachers this Friday September 18th 2020 from 1pm to 2pm. You can watch at https://youtu.be/yRve5YuGlfE and it will be rec ... [More]
Welcome from the PTA
Wed, Sep 16 9:38am
Dear P.S. 20 Family, The PTA would like to officially welcome you all to the start of the 2020/2021 school year! First, we'd like to thank each of you for your patience during this unprecedented pe ... [More]
Chancellor Letter to Parents
Mon, Sep 14 9:21pm
Dear Families, September 14, 2020 Even in the face of so much change, September is still ... [More]
School Supplies Information
Fri, Sep 11 5:31pm
School supply lists for both blended learning and 100% remote learning are now available at www.ps20.org/school-supplies. We are still waiting for supply confirmation for a few classes, and we will ... [More]
YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, BUT...
Thu, Sep 10 10:19am
Hello P.S. 20 Family, The official(ish) start of school is upon us and there's a natural and understandable anxiousness that comes with that - particularly under these circumstances. A lot of you ma ... [More]
Chancellor's Letter to Families
Wed, Sep 9 5:53pm
Dear Families, September 8, 2020 As we approach the start of the school y ... [More]
Letter from Chancellor Richard Carranza
Wed, Sep 9 5:44pm
Good afternoon dear PS20 families, Please, take a moment to read the letter Chancellor Carranza, released to be shared with all of us (see attached). Have a great evening!
citywide Council on ELL Virtual Calendar and Business Meeting
Wed, Sep 9 1:27pm
Citywide Council on English Language Learners Virtual Calendar and Business Meeting We invite you to join us for our monthly virtual Annual, Calendar and Business meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 2 ... [More]
NYC Schools Account
Thu, Sep 3 10:20am
Dear Families As we all prepare to get back to school - whether blended or remote - we want to help you stay connected to your child’s education, school, and to the Department of Education. The New ... [More]
School Reopening Extended
Wed, Sep 2 10:08am
Dear PS 20 Families: As you may have already heard during the Mayor’s press conference, the start of school has changed. The Chancellor is preparing a letter for families regarding the new re-open ... [More]
A message from DOE/FACE: “Returning to School: The Latest Guidance from our Health Experts,” tomorrow September 2nd from 6:30pm-8:00pm.
Tue, Sep 1 1:12pm
Dear PS20 families, This is a reminder that DOE/FACE will be hosting, “Returning to School: The Latest Guidance from our Health Experts,” tomorrow September 2nd from 6:30pm-8:00pm. FACE will b ... [More]
Updated school reopening F.A.Q.s
Sun, Aug 30 10:08am
Dear PS 20 families, The answers to Frequently Asked Questions about school reopening have been updated with the latest information. You can read them at ps20.org/faq, and see what the latest changes ... [More]
Prepare Your iPad for the First Day of School; If you have a DOE-loaned iPad, there are important updates for you.
Wed, Aug 26 8:56am
Dear PS20 parents and guardians, This is a message form DOE to help update your child's iPad for the First day of school 2020-2021. If you have a DOE-loaned iPad, we have important updates for you ... [More]
Chancellor's Family Session for Spanish families
Wed, Aug 26 10:50am
Join us at our upcoming Spanish Family Session with Chancellor Richard Carranza. Please share this opportunity with Spanish speaking families and students in your community! Family Session with Cha ... [More]
Ipad Request Link
Mon, Aug 24 9:55am
Parents you are encouraged to apply for an internet-enabled device for your child. The link to the application is below. If you need additional support submitting the online application, reach out to ... [More]
The Learning Bridges Program
Thu, Aug 20 1:54pm
Dear Families, As the New York City Department of Education resumes in-person schooling this fall, most schools and early childhood programs will operate on a blended learning model. This means that ... [More]
Saturday Art Classes at Pratt
Thu, Aug 20 1:31pm
Dear PS 20 Families Since 1897, Pratt Institute's Saturday Art School has been offering a broad range of art, design, and writing classes for children and teens in New York City. This year, our fall ... [More]
Update on Reopening
Thu, Aug 20 9:06am
Dear Families, In good times and in challenging times, I know that you want the best for your children. You want them to be safe, healthy, and happy. And you want them to always be learning, growing, ... [More]
Konstella 2019-20 classrooms and content archived
Sun, Aug 16 2:55pm
Dear PS 20 families, In preparation for the start of the 2020-21 school year, we've archived the classrooms and content from last year. We will create the new classrooms once they are defined for new ... [More]