New York Family Camp Fairs

Fri, Jan 17 3:08pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Sunday, February 9th from 12pm to 3pm, Congregation Beth Elohim, 274 Garfield Place, Brooklyn, NY New York Family will host a Camp Fair   Camp Fairs  W ... [More]

A Message From Joe & Patty Cavallo - Parents of the Children's School Alumni

Thu, Jan 16 3:53pm

Dear Children's School Families, Community & Friends- We hope this email finds you well. We are reaching out to The Children's School Community in support of Sienna's Gold Gala which will take place o ... [More]

CEC15 Calendar Meeting with the D15 Presidents' Council Save the Date - All are Welcome to Attend/ Reserve esta fecha - Todos son Bienvenidos

Thu, Jan 16 8:02am

CEC15 Calendar Meeting with the D15 Presidents' Council Tuesday, January 28 at 6:30 p.m. at P.S. 24, 427 38th Street in Sunset Park   Dear Friends and Families of D15,   CEC15 invites you to attend ou ... [More]

The Read-a-thon is coming! Get ready to Ready, Set, READ!

Wed, Jan 15 8:02am

The 1st Readathon Committee Meeting will be This Friday at 8:30 AM in the ICT Cafeteria. Join us!

Dismissal Changes Procedures

Tue, Jan 14 2:56pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   A gentle reminder, if your child has a change of dismissal please send in a note to the teachers so that they are aware of the change in their folder. ... [More]

Apply to Kindergarten - Deadline Tuesday, January 21, 2020

Tue, Jan 14 2:01pm

Good Afternoon Children's School Families and Community:   A reminder if you have a child entering Kindergarten for the 2020-2021 school year please apply online with the DOE  by Tuesday, January 21, ... [More]

Community Mayors Summer Camp Scholarship 2020

Tue, Jan 14 8:08am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:     The 2020 Community Mayors Summer Camp Scholarship application is now available!  For those applying for the first time, please note: Application is f ... [More]

The INCLUDEnyc Fair - Saturday, January 25, 2020

Tue, Jan 14 7:57am

  The INCLUDEnyc Fair DESCRIPTION: The INCLUDEnyc Fair is New York City’s largest annual free fair for young people with disabilities, where families can meet face-to-face with over 90 summer camps, y ... [More]

Important Reminders for Book Swap/Movie Night

Thu, Jan 9 8:57pm

We're looking forward to the Book Swap/Movie Night tonight at our ICT site(Carroll Street). Please enter on 1st Street through the gym. Book swap is on the stage 6-7:30pm. Movie Night is in the gym 7- ... [More]

PTA Meeting is Tomorrow! Thursday, January 9th @ 8:30am in the cafeteria!

Wed, Jan 8 10:37am

Want to Learn More About... ~ Readathon ~Valentine's Day Dance ~Seussical  ~Auction & Party ~New Gear And So Many More Exciting Things that are Happening at Our School! Then come join us for coffee, b ... [More]

PS 372 READATHON VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE MEETING FRIDAY 1/17

Tue, Jan 7 1:20pm

Dear PS 372 Families, Our school Readathon is coming the month of February! Our first committee meeting will be Friday January 17th at 8:30 AM in the ICT cafeteria. We would love your help!  All are w ... [More]

Juilliard's Music Advancement Program (MAP) 2020-21

Tue, Jan 7 11:52am

  Happy New Year!   The application period for Juilliard's Music Advancement Program (MAP) has begun.  The deadline to apply is Wednesday, April 1, 2020.  All students between the ages of 8 and 17 liv ... [More]

Volunteers Needed: Book Swap& Movie Night 1/10

Tue, Jan 7 9:55am

Book Swap and Movie Night Volunteers Needed for this Friday 1/10 (5:30-8:30pm) Please sign up via the Konstella link below  https://www.konstella.com/app/school/57784f50e4b036609c3789dd/signups/5e0f6c ... [More]

Lice Day Volunteers Needed!!!

Sun, Jan 5 5:11pm

Our second Lice Check Day is Friday, January 10th and volunteers are needed! Please note that volunteers will NOT be checking for lice. They will help organize the class lists and arrange the student ... [More]

Family In Need of Temporary Housing

Fri, Jan 3 2:30pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:     A family in our  school community is in need.    The Mom, Dad and two school-aged children are looking for temporary housing for a period of three to ... [More]

January 2020 Calendar

Fri, Jan 3 12:14pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Please find January's calendar.   If you have any questions please let me know.   Thank you, Yvette Agas-Bautz, Parent Coordinator

Book Swap and Movie Night-Next Friday 1/10

Fri, Jan 3 11:34am

PTA of PS372 invites you to join us for... 2nd Annual Book Swap When: Friday, Jan 10th from 6-7:30 (come get books before the movie) Where: Stage, The Children's School Gym Bring 10 kids books per per ... [More]

Outside After School Programs

Fri, Jan 3 9:08am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Happy New Year! Hope everyone had a wonderful break.   Please let me know if your child attends an outside after school program (i.e. Jete Dance, Brook ... [More]

No Families As Partners Friday, January 3, 2020

Thu, Jan 2 6:35pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Happy New Year!   I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday break.   There will be NO Families as Partners tomorrow Friday, January 3, 2020.   Families A ... [More]

REMINDER: Afterschool Enrichment Classes Start This Week!

Thu, Jan 2 12:43pm

  Dear families who participate in Stay & Play afterschool enrichment classes, Please note that classes will begin this week. Please remember to write out notes for the teachers detailing your student ... [More]

Retake and Sibling photos are available to view online!

Fri, Dec 20 4:27pm

Hi everyone, If you had retakes, make ups, or sibling pictures taken, they can now be viewed online, in the same gallery as your original pictures.  Follow the link in the attached flyer.  If you are ... [More]

Family From Our School Community is in Need

Thu, Dec 19 5:15pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:     A family in our  school community is in need. They are being displaced/evicted on December 22 from a temporary housing arrangement.   The Mom, Dad an ... [More]

Sibling Survey

Wed, Dec 18 10:12pm

Dear Children's School Families:   There appears to be some confusion about the Sibling Survey forms that were sent home via backpack earlier this month.   The purpose of the survey is to determine ho ... [More]

Happy and Safe Holidays to you!

Wed, Dec 18 2:55pm

I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support of the Children's School.  We have an amazing community of students, staff and families.     Have an amazing holiday season and take ... [More]

Afterschool Enrichment Classes for the Winter Session Start SOON!

Tue, Dec 17 3:32pm

THERE’S STILL ROOM IN AFTERSCHOOL WINTER ENRICHMENT COURSES WHICH BEGIN SOON! Splat Lab! Cartooning! Hula Hooping! Gymnastics! Gotta Sing! Gotta Dance! Toy Making! Animation! Chess! Band! & MUCH MORE! ... [More]

THERE’S STILL ROOM IN MANY AFTERSCHOOL WINTER ENRICHMENT COURSES - BEGINNING IN JANUARY!

Tue, Dec 17 2:52pm

  THERE’S STILL ROOM IN MANY OF OUR WINTER ENRICHMENT COURSES WHICH BEGIN IN JANUARY!   Splat Lab! Cartooning! Hula Hooping! Gymnastics! Gotta Sing! Gotta Dance! Toy Making! Animation! Chess! Band! & ... [More]

A data review on space planning projections for District 15. Want to understand more? Read on...

Tue, Dec 17 2:09pm

CEC15 Calendar Meeting - Tuesday, December 17, 6:30 p.m. at Boerum Hill School for International Studies I.S. 497 - 284 Baltic Street - F or G train to Bergen St Station     Dear D15 Friends and Famil ... [More]

Winter Festival - Wednesday, December 18th!

Mon, Dec 16 4:04pm

The Children's School Winter Festival December 18th, 2019 ICT Gym 9am-12pm Pre-K - 2nd Grade ~ 9am-10:15am 3rd - 5th Grades ~ 10:30am - 12pm ~ PS 372 Band, Chorus & Dance Group will be performing for ... [More]

The Children's School Winter Fest - Wednesday, December 18

Mon, Dec 16 3:44pm

Dear Children's School Families:   Wednesday, December 18 is our annual Winter Fest beginning at 9am in the gym.   We will open the gym doors on 1st street at 8:30am, please have ID in hand.   PreK an ... [More]

Show Us Your Thinking - Thinking Maps Info Session

Fri, Dec 13 9:36am

Dear Children’s School Families: Please join us on Monday December 16 in the cafeteria from 8:30 to 9:45 on a Thinking Map information session. Come learn more about this tool, show us your thinking a ... [More]

School Pictures - Retakes and Ordering

Thu, Dec 12 5:05pm

Hi PS 372, Just a reminder that tomorrow is retake, makeup, and sibling day with Stomping Ground Photo at school!  Looking forward to seeing so many of your kids tomorrow. An additional reminder to pl ... [More]

NYC DOE – PRESS RELEASE - MAYOR DE BLASIO AND CHANCELLOR CARRANZA ANNOUNCE $13 MILLION GRANT TO STRENGTHEN INSTRUCTION FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS

Wed, Dec 11 7:06pm

MAYOR DE BLASIO AND CHANCELLOR CARRANZA ANNOUNCE $13 MILLION GRANT TO STRENGTHEN INSTRUCTION FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS   Five-year grant by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation facilitated through the ... [More]

PS 372 Gear Makes For A Great Gift

Wed, Dec 11 1:18pm

Wondering what to get your loved ones for the holidays? Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer? PS 372 gear is the perfect solution!  Shop our online store and all purchases will be delivered to cla ... [More]

School Lunch Form Online

Tue, Dec 10 10:30am

Dear Children's School Families:   Please fill out the School Lunch Form by December 19, 2019.   If you have already filled it out thank you, if not please click on the link below.   https://www.mysch ... [More]

Donations for Women's Shelter in Brooklyn - Due Wednesday, December 11

Mon, Dec 9 3:22pm

   Dear Children's School Families and Community:      There is still time to donate if you have not already to the women's shelter is in need of toiletries, bath soaps, body lotions and women's' paja ... [More]

Important Information For ALL Afterschool & Enrichment Families

Fri, Dec 6 10:05am

  ATTENTION ALL AFTERSCHOOL & ENRICHMENT FAMILIES!   The 2nd trimester for all Stay & Play participants begins December 10th.   All families who participate in our afterschool program must sign up aga ... [More]

Supporting a Brooklyn Women's Shelter

Tue, Dec 3 10:32am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:     For The Children's School community service this year we will be  supporting a women's shelter and their families here in Brooklyn.   The women's she ... [More]

Sad News in the Children's School Community

Mon, Dec 2 10:39pm

It is with great sadness that we inform you that one of our teachers in the Children's School Community recently lost her husband to cancer.  We are here to support her and her family as she deals wit ... [More]

Fall Enrichment: Dates for the Last Classes

Mon, Dec 2 2:53pm

Hello,   Please note the last days of Fall Enrichment Classes are as follows: Monday Classes Dec 9   Tuesday Classes Dec 3   Wednesday Classes Dec 4 EXCEPTION: Cinemakidz TV Production Last Class Dec. ... [More]

December 2019 Calendar

Mon, Dec 2 1:05pm

Dear Children's School Families:   Please find the December calendar attached.   See what's happening at The Children's School and join us.   If you have any questions please let me know.   Thank you, ... [More]

CORRECTION: SUNDAY, Dec 8th! Attend the Brooklyn Nets Basketball Game with Our School!

Mon, Dec 2 10:57am

PS 372's Day Out  with The Brooklyn Nets! Sunday, December 8th at 3pm Tickets can be purchased at:  https://nets.spinzo.com/ps372-pfa-fundraising-event-2019-12-08-RYZMG?group=ps-372-hvst

School is Open Today December 2, 2019

Mon, Dec 2 8:32am

Dear Children's School Families:   Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving holiday.   Schools are open today, please be careful traveling to and from school due to the inclement weather approaching.   ... [More]

Foley Firs: Support the PTA while buying your Holiday trees, wreaths and garlands!

Sun, Dec 1 12:23pm

If you are planning to purchase a Christmas tree, wreath or garland this holiday season, Foley Firs is donating $10 for every tree sold to our PTA. Just mention our school when you purchase your tree ... [More]

Early Pick-Up - Thanksgiving Holiday

Wed, Nov 27 12:12pm

Dear Children's School Families:   If you are picking up your child early today before the holiday traffic starts please pick up your child by 1pm.   If you have any questions please contact me.   Tha ... [More]

Happy Thanksgiving to All

Wed, Nov 27 8:40am

I am so grateful for the wonderful community we have.    Happy Thanksgiving to each parent, student, teacher, paraprofessional, security agent, kitchen member, custodial member and all who share their ... [More]

Holiday Pick Ups and Adjustments

Tue, Nov 26 3:30pm

Dear Children's School Families:   We understand that the holidays bring about dismissal changes.   Please communicate with the school and the teachers in writing that if there are any changes to your ... [More]

ATTENTION ALL AFTERSCHOOL & AS ENRICHMENT FAMILIES!

Tue, Nov 26 11:50am

  ATTENTION ALL AFTERSCHOOL & ENRICHMENT FAMILIES!   The 2nd trimester for all Stay & Play participants begins December 10th. All families who participate in our afterschool program must sign up again ... [More]

Come Share Your Thinking! Thinking Maps info Session

Tue, Nov 26 11:10am

Good morning!    We would like to welcome you to a family information session focusing on Thinking Maps! Come learn more about this tool, show us your thinking and ask questions! We look forward to se ... [More]

School pictures - sign up for make ups, retakes, and sibling pictures

Mon, Nov 25 9:27pm

Hi everyone, We hope you're busily ordering pictures, magnets, mugs, statuettes, and giant posters from Stomping Ground.  Remember that school pictures are also a fundraiser for the school, and we get ... [More]

Thank You For An Amazing Book Fair!

Mon, Nov 25 8:08pm

Thank you very much to everybody who helped make this year’s Book Fair a great success! We want to thank all of the volunteers who helped set up, pack up and sell books. We would also like to thank th ... [More]

NO ENRICHMENT PROGRAM WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27

Mon, Nov 25 3:16pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   There will be NO ENRICHMENT PROGRAM on Wednesday, November 27.   We will have regular after school and that will go till 6:00pm   If you have any quest ... [More]

Thank you for a great Roots and Community celebration!

Sun, Nov 24 10:18pm

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the families and staff who contributed to this year's Roots and Community event.  It was a remarkable evening filled with delicious food, great ... [More]

One School, One Book

Fri, Nov 22 10:05pm

Dear Children’s School Families,   The One School, One Book project is a school-wide, culturally responsive initiative that brings a shared monthly read-aloud picture book into every classroom at The ... [More]

Welcome to Mr. Frank Ammirata

Thu, Nov 21 11:40am

November 21, 2019   To The Children’s School Community:   It is with great pleasure that I take this opportunity to inform you that Frank Ammirata has been appointed to the position of Assistant Princ ... [More]

Adapt Community Network Family Connect - December 2019 -Free Workshops

Wed, Nov 20 1:51pm

The Adapt Community Network Family Connect Center has planned several events during the upcoming months that we would like to let you know about. These workshops are free and are available to professi ... [More]

Stomping Ground Pictures

Wed, Nov 20 1:49pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Following up to a Konstella blast that Emily Mann sent regarding pictures.   Parents of our ICT:  site you child should have received the paper proofs ... [More]

Your School Pictures are Online!

Wed, Nov 20 10:48am

Hello PS 372  family,   Your school pictures are available online for viewing and ordering!  Yvette sent home flyers yesterday with your individual login information.  If for any reason you did not re ... [More]

Roots and Community is this Saturday, November 23rd 5:30-8pm!

Tue, Nov 19 6:36pm

Hi Everyone!  Don't miss our annual Roots and Community Celebration this Saturday from 5:30-8pm in the gym at the ICT site.  It will be a great time for all with delicious food, engaging activities, a ... [More]

FREE Kids' STEM Event on Dec. 15th!

Tue, Nov 19 10:38am

Calling All Brooklyn Schools!    The World Science Festival and Con Edison present our third annual CITY OF SCIENCE event, a FREE larger-than-life STEM exhibition that travels through the boroughs and ... [More]

Gifts that Give Back to PS372

Tue, Nov 19 8:55am

You SHOP - They Give to PS 372!! *At no extra cost to you*   Amazon Smile  Register PTA of PS372 as your selected charity at AmazonSmile   GoodShop/GoodSearch  Create an account to become a "Supporter ... [More]

Community Support for Meatless Mondays

Mon, Nov 18 2:06pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:     The Brooklyn Borough Office is excited that the Meatless Monday program has been underway boroughwide in the last two (2) months.  Brooklyn Borough P ... [More]

Stay & Play Is Open To New AS Enrichment Ideas!

Mon, Nov 18 1:34pm

Magic? Drama? Robotics? Do you have a great Afterschool Enrichment Class that you would like to recommend to Stay & Play?   We are looking for recommendations for affordable, talented professionals / ... [More]

Brooklyn High School of the Arts - Auditions This Week!

Mon, Nov 18 10:46am

Dear Children's School Families:   If you have any older children and are going through the high school process Brooklyn Arts High School is still holding auditions on the following dates:   Auditions ... [More]

Join CEC15 for our monthly Calendar Meeting on Tues, Nov 19, 6 pm at P.S.58, enter on Carroll Street

Mon, Nov 18 7:53am

All of our meetings are open to the public, and all members of D15 schools communities are welcome and encouraged to attend.   We'll start the meeting at 6 pm with a few Business related items, includ ... [More]

Parent-Teacher Conference Luncheon THANK YOU!!

Sun, Nov 17 8:24pm

Thursday's Parent-Teacher Conference Luncheon was a Big Success!! Special Thanks to Annette, Adele & Yvette for turning the cafeteria into a fall wonderland! A HUGE thank you to Ruben Alban, dad to Mi ... [More]

Need to get your Child's IEP Translated?

Fri, Nov 15 10:43am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   You can now request to have your child's IEP translated in your preferred language.   Please find attached flyers in English, Spanish, Chinese and Arab ... [More]

Math Manipulatives Available in the Cafeteria UPDATE MATH MANIPULATIVES AND LOST AND FOUND ARE NOW IN THE GYM

Thu, Nov 14 1:53pm

Dear Children's School Families:   We will have math manipulatives available in the cafeteria during parent teacher conferences should you wish to bring some home and practice math concepts.   We prep ... [More]

Parent Teacher Conferences - Related Services and Specialist -UPDATE LOCATION FOR MUSIC AND THEATER

Wed, Nov 13 6:23pm

Dear Children's School Families:   If you wish to meet with your child's  Related Service teachers - Speech, Occupational, Physical, Guidance Counselors or one of the Specialized teachers - Phys Ed, M ... [More]

Next PTA Meeting Tomorrow, Wednesday, November 13th @ 8:30am!!!

Tue, Nov 12 7:31pm

Our Next PTA Meeting is this Wednesday, November 13th @ 8:30am in the Cafeteria Come Learn About... - The Book Fair 11/13-14 @ ICT  (6:1:1 is on 11/18) - Flu Clinic (11/15) - Roots & Community Multicu ... [More]

Parent Teacher Conference - Thursday, November 14, 2019

Tue, Nov 12 12:27pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Parent Teacher Conference  Thursday, November 14.   Parent Teacher Conference will have an afternoon session 1pm to 3pm and the evening session will be ... [More]

The PS 372 Book Fair Begins Tomorrow!!

Tue, Nov 12 10:27am

Please don't forget to send money with your children if you would like for them to buy books at the Book Fair. Books are generally priced between $5 and $25.    The following classes will shop on Wedn ... [More]

Flu Shot Clinic at PS 372 (ICT site) this Friday, November 15th!

Mon, Nov 11 12:28pm

  Come Get Your Flu Shot at PS 372!! Friday, November 15th  10:45-1:15pm Rite Aid will be setting up a Flu Clinic at the school (ICT Site) in the Teachers’ Lounge (off the stage in the gym). Parents, ... [More]

Trick or Treat for UNICEF - Deadline Extended Friday, November 15

Fri, Nov 8 2:57pm

  Good Afternoon Children's School Families:   First of all I want to THANK YOU for participating in our annual Trick or Treat for UNICEF.   If you still have the box at home and have not brought them ... [More]

Citywide Council on Special Education Calendar Meeting - Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Fri, Nov 8 2:09pm

Citywide Council on Special Education Calendar Meeting   IEP Basics   Students with special needs who enter public school must have an IEP (Individual Education Plan) to receive services. Special educ ... [More]

Cold Weather and Recess

Fri, Nov 8 1:54pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   As we begin to head into the cold months the students here at The Children's School  will be participating in outdoor recess unless it is snowing or ra ... [More]

Veteran's Day

Fri, Nov 8 9:22am

The Children's School would like to extend a thank you to all of our Veterans.  Thank you so much for your service.   

Math Workshop for Families - Friday, November 8, 2019

Thu, Nov 7 2:33pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Just a reminder that tomorrow Friday, November 8 at 8:30am in the cafeteria please join us for a Math Workshop for Families presented by Arielle Teiche ... [More]

Join Your Child's Bus Route!

Thu, Nov 7 2:28pm

Hello!   To better facilitate communication from the school for any bus issues please login to Konstella and join your child's bus route group.  (Under Social Groups)   If the bus is running late, bre ... [More]

Kindergarten Orientation Meetings

Wed, Nov 6 3:30pm

Dear Children's School Families:   Please find a flyer for Kindergarten Orientation Meetings for families of students with Individualized Education Plan (IEP).   They also have Webinar dates (online) ... [More]

Sad News in The Children's School Community

Wed, Nov 6 8:42am

It is with great sadness that we reach out to inform you that a parent in our Children's School Community passed away last week. We as a community are here to support the family and also to support ea ... [More]

Book Fair- November 13 & 14

Tue, Nov 5 5:08pm

The PS 372 Book Fair will take place on November 13th and November 14th on the stage in the gym. We are again partnering with Community Bookstore for this event. A flyer will be sent home in children' ... [More]

Parent Teacher Conferences - Thursday, November 14, 2019

Fri, Nov 1 10:21am

Dear Children's Families and Community:   Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2019.   Half-day for all students and dismissal is at 11:55am.   There will be school bus se ... [More]

November 2019 Calendar

Fri, Nov 1 8:55am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Please find attached November's calendar.   Just a gentle reminder if you have the orange UNICEF boxes please bring them to my office by November 8.    ... [More]

Citywide Council on Special Education Upcoming Meetings

Thu, Oct 31 12:27pm

Please see the attached flyers from the Citywide Council on Special Education. If you have a child with an IEP, or are interested in Special Education, consider finding time to attend these meetings. ... [More]

Blue and Teal Pumpkins for Halloween

Wed, Oct 30 4:37pm

Hi PS 372!   With Halloween tomorrow, I just wanted to help raise awareness for the Blue and Teal Pumpkin Projects.   The Blue Pumpkin Project is for children with autism/special needs. If you see a c ... [More]

Reminder - TODAY IS PICTURE DAY!

Wed, Oct 30 6:05am

Hello PS 372 ICT site!   Today, 10/30 is Picture Day!  Looking forward to seeing all your beautiful children!   A few reminders about how Stomping Ground does things:   There is no ordering of pics in ... [More]

Office of the Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams

Tue, Oct 29 2:06pm

 KNOW YOUR RIGHTS YOUTH   WHAT TO DO WHEN INTERACTING WITH POLICE   OCTOBER 29, 2019 4:30PM AT BROOKLYN BOROUGH HALL     Jeff Lowell Policy Director Office of the Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Ad ... [More]

CEC15 Special Session Business Meeting Friday, Nov 1

Tue, Oct 29 12:31pm

Please be advised that CEC15 will have a Special Session Business Meeting this Friday morning, Nov 1, location to be determined.   Save the Dates for these upcoming CEC15 Meetings: Nov 4, CEC15 Busine ... [More]

Stay and Play and Enrichment Programs - Thursday, October 31

Mon, Oct 28 3:02pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   The Stay and Play After School Program will take place on Thursday, October 31.   There will be NO Enrichment Classes on Thursday, October 31.   If you ... [More]

Happy Diwali

Sun, Oct 27 8:03pm

We wish to celebrate all of our Hindu families. Diwali symbolizes the spiritual “ victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. Happy Diwali!

Box Top Submission Time

Sat, Oct 26 9:15am

Box Tops are going Digital and next Friday is our last opportunity to submit the clipped BoxTops that you all have been diligently collecting!  Send them in Monday through Wednesday to make sure they ... [More]

School Lunch Menu - November

Fri, Oct 25 3:22pm

Dear Children's School Families:   Below is the November School Lunch menu.   If you have any questions please contact me.   Thank you, Yvette Agas-Bautz, Parent Coordinator Pre-K–8 Alternative Lunch ... [More]

Election Day Letter from Chancellor Richard A. Carranza

Fri, Oct 25 3:00pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Please find attached, Chancellor Richard A. Carranza's letter regarding Election Day November 5.   Thank you, Yvette Agas-Bautz, Parent Coordinator

New York State Board of Elections - Early Voting Site

Fri, Oct 25 2:48pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   PLEASE DISREGARD THIS KONSTELLA ANNOUNCEMENT.   THE WRONG LETTER WAS SENT.   THANK YOU.     Please see the attached letters - English, Spanish and Chin ... [More]

Donations of Cooking Utensils

Fri, Oct 25 8:40am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   A Paraprofessional at our 6:1:1 site is asking for donations of cooking utensils and/or pots and pans that you no longer want.   Please bring those ite ... [More]

Community Education Council District 15 - Learn about DOE Policies and Procedures/Conozca las Políticas y Procedimientos del DOE

Thu, Oct 24 3:28pm

Supporting our Immigrant Students & Families/Apoyamos a los estudiantes inmigrantes y a sus familias   Dear D15 Friends and Families, Queridos amigos y familias del D15,    The New York City Departmen ... [More]

Autism Friendly Performance: My Life on the Spectrum starring Dane Brandt-Lubart at BKCM November 2nd

Thu, Oct 24 1:18pm

Hello BKCM partners and friends,   The Music Therapy Program at The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music is thrilled to present Dane Brandt-Lubart's My LIfe on the Spectrum on Saturday, November 2nd.  There ... [More]

Trick or Treat for UNICEF

Thu, Oct 24 10:55am

          Dear Parent or Guardian,   PS 372,The Children’s School, is participating in the ‘Kids helping Kids’ UNICEF campaign this year as part of our goal to help our students know they have power t ... [More]

What I Need to Know That is Happening at The Children's School

Wed, Oct 23 6:33pm

Good evening Children's School Families and Community:   Just letting you know what is happening at school for the remainder of October.   Monday, October 28 is Character Day  We are encouraging child ... [More]

Picture Day is almost here!

Wed, Oct 23 2:51pm

Hi PS 372 community!   Just a reminder that Picture Day is coming!  Picture Day is 10/30 at the ICT site, and 10/31 at the 6:1:1 site, with Stomping Ground Photo.    A few reminders about how Stomping ... [More]

Request for Expertise in Audio or Stage Lighting

Wed, Oct 23 9:29am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   We are looking to purchase a spotlight and more mikes (wireless, hanging or floor) for the stage and are looking for parents with experience in this eq ... [More]

Upcoming Public Hearing on Federal Funding for Community Social Services

Tue, Oct 22 2:33pm

Hello! Neighborhood Advisory Board Brooklyn 7 & Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez invite you to a very important Public Hearing on Federal Funding for Community Social Services for low income individuals ... [More]

Save the Date-Roots and Community Celebration-November 23, 2019

Sun, Oct 20 10:38pm

Please save the date for our annual Roots and Community Celebration on Saturday, November 23, 2019  from 5:30-8pm in the gym at the ICT/Carroll Street site.  Roots and Community is a FUN and FREE even ... [More]

Picture Day is Coming!! ICT Site - Wednesday, October 30th! 6:1:1 Site - Thursday, October 31st

Sat, Oct 19 4:30pm

Hello PS 372 Families, Picture Day is coming up soon...Wednesday, October 30th (ICT) and Thursday, October 31st (6:1:1)! We will be working again with Stomping Ground Photo and they have made communic ... [More]

Need Clean Empty Cans

Fri, Oct 18 3:04pm

Dear Children's School Families:   Our Stay and Play after school program needs  14 ounce cans that are empty and cleaned out and no sharp edges.   See picture for example:       If you have any quest ... [More]

Interested in a seat on CEC15? Sigue abierta la candidatura para la Presidencia

Thu, Oct 17 10:18am

A Borough President Appointee seat is still open.   If you are a person who cares deeply about the D15 school community, are willing to attend and actively participate in at least 3 meetings a month, ... [More]

Botanic Garden Discovery Garden Early Opening for Children and Families of All Abilities

Tue, Oct 15 2:43pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:     Botanic Garden Discovery Garden Early Opening for Children and Families of All Abilities     The next Brooklyn Botanic Garden Discovery Garden Early ... [More]

Wear Pink

Tue, Oct 15 2:21pm

    Just a reminder to wear pink tomorrow Wednesday, October 16 to support Breast Cancer Awareness.   Thank you. Yvette Agas-Bautz, Parent Coordinator

Attention Party People: Auction Committee Kick-Off Meeting

Mon, Oct 14 7:18pm

The Annual Silent Auction and Gala (adults only) is one of the school's biggest -- and most fun -- fundraisers.   The event is in March but we are having a quick meeting this week, Thursday, Oct. 17,  ... [More]

All 1st Grade Students Walk Up Independently to Their Classrooms Tuesday, October 15

Fri, Oct 11 2:41pm

Good Afternoon Children's School Families:   Starting Tuesday October 15 all 1st grade students will walk independently to their classrooms at morning drop-off.   Today, Ms. Adele and I saw many 1st g ... [More]

Thank You from the Swap&Movie Night Committees

Wed, Oct 9 11:40am

                                                                             The Clothing Swap&Movie Nights are community building events that rely solely on support from attendees, committees, PS 372 ... [More]

Come Learn About Our School's Safety Protocols at the next PTA Meeting - Oct 10th @ 8:30!

Tue, Oct 8 8:01pm

The Next PTA Meeting is THIS Thursday, October 10th at 8:30am in the cafeteria!  Come Learn About: Our School's Safety Protocols from Bridget Nash, AP Pizza Friday Picture Day Brooklyn Nets Game  And ... [More]

Pizza Friday Starts THIS Friday, October 11th....Last Call to Sign Up!!!

Tue, Oct 8 7:47pm

Pizza Friday starts THIS Friday, October 11th and the order form deadline has been extended! You can pay online at: https://inclusions.org/shop/pizza-friday-online-payment/ OR  Download the form and s ... [More]

Yom Kippur greetings.

Tue, Oct 8 3:39pm

ENRICHMENT CLASS UPDATE!

Tue, Oct 8 1:13pm

As Afterschool Enrichment begins, you must let your child(ren)’s Teachers know the class(es) and day(s) they will be attending the Enrichment Program! Please send them a note via backpack. Please note ... [More]

CEC15 Meeting MONDAY Oct 7 - 6:30 pm

Thu, Oct 3 3:17pm

Dear Friends and Families of District 15,   This Monday night at 6:30 pm, CEC15 will be conducting a Business Meeting at I.S. 136 Charles Dewey Middle School, and you are welcome and encouraged to att ... [More]

Dismissal Changes

Thu, Oct 3 3:05pm

Dear Children's School Families:   Just a kind reminder that if there are any changes to your child's dismissal plan please call the school before 1:00pm.   Please call Ms. Iris Oritz at (718)624-5271 ... [More]

Clothing Swap Tomorrow Evening: Clothing/Costumes and Volunteers Needed!

Thu, Oct 3 11:35am

Clothing Swap and Movie Night is almost here!!! We are starting to get some great donations but please go through your costume bins and closets and bring in your great outgrown gorgeous/scary/wild Hal ... [More]

Movie Night Info&Reminders

Thu, Oct 3 11:16am

Movie Night is tomorrow, Friday, October 4th in the GYM.  Please enter through the 1st Street doors. Volunteers Still Needed Sign-Up Here Ferdinand is rated PG(Parental Guidance) and will start at 7pm ... [More]

Enrichment Classes Start Tomorrow - Remember to put dismissal changes in writing to teachers!

Wed, Oct 2 10:28pm

  A kind reminder to please notify your teachers in writing via backpack if your child(ren)'s dismissal plan will be changing due to Fall Enrichment Classes.   Thank you!   All best, The Stay & Play Team

District 75 Girls STEM Program

Wed, Oct 2 3:21pm

Dear Children's School Families:   District 75 has a wonderful STEM program for girls ages 14 to 21.    Girls will learn how to code, program robots and participate with their parents on STEM field tr ... [More]

District 75 Citywide Programs Understanding my Child's IEP Workshop

Wed, Oct 2 3:06pm

Dear Children's School Families:   Understanding My Child's IEP is workshop begin held on Monday, October 7 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the District 75 Offices located at 400 1st Avenue, NY, NY.   Plea ... [More]

First Lice Check is THIS Friday, October, 4th!! Please make sure permissions slips are in!

Wed, Oct 2 1:37pm

Lice Screening   We at The Children’s School are extremely vigilant about preventing wide-spread outbreaks. This includes three school-wide lice checks per year, which are run by our PTA and staffed b ... [More]

Parent Volunteers Needed: Friday 10/4-Clothing Swap&Movie Night

Wed, Oct 2 9:34am

Parent volunteers are still needed for both the Clothing Swap&Movie Night this Friday 10/4. If you're able to volunteer for a 30 minute shift between 4:30-8:30pm, for either event, sign up via the Kon ... [More]

Last Chance to sign up for Enrichment Classes! PLEASE REGISTER NOW!

Tue, Oct 1 7:12pm

  LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP FOR AFTERSCHOOL ENRICHMENT CLASSES! REGISTER NOW!!   Please note that some classes have not yet met their minimum enrollment numbers and therefore may have to close. Families ... [More]

Friday 10/4: Clothing & Costume Swap and Movie Night

Mon, Sep 30 5:05pm

Join Us On Friday, October 4th 6-9pm 6pm Clothing/Costume Swap in the Dance Room   Clothing and costumes in good condition (if you wouldn't give it to your picky best friend, please don't bring it to ... [More]

Blue Cards

Fri, Sep 27 2:29pm

Dear Children's School Families:   If you have not filled out your Blue Cards we ask that you do it as soon as possible.   If you would like to fill it out online please click the link below and fill ... [More]

School Closed Monday, September 30 and Tuesday, October 1

Fri, Sep 27 10:30am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   School will be closed on Monday, September 30 and Tuesday, October 1 for  Rosh Hashanah.   Thank you and enjoy your weekend. Yvette Agas-Bautz, Parent ... [More]

PARKING ON THE SIDEWALK ALONG CON EDISON

Fri, Sep 27 9:51am

Dear Children's School Families:   Just a reminder please do not park on the sidewalk on the Con Edison side in the morning and afternoons.   Thank you, Yvette Agas-Bautz, Parent Coordinator

'Shana Tova'

Fri, Sep 27 8:09am

A very Happy New Year to all of our Jewish friends.     'Shana Tova' 

Join Us! FDNY Open House-October 5 and 6

Thu, Sep 26 2:21pm

The FDNY will be hosting open houses Saturday, October 5 and Sunday October 6. We would like to invite you to attend an open house in your neighborhood!   Sessions will be held either from 11 a.m.-1p. ... [More]

Attention Amazon Shoppers

Thu, Sep 26 9:50am

PTA of PS372 is now on AmazonSmile. You Shop. Amazon Gives. Click the link below to select PTA of PS372 as your charity. Support PTA of PS372 *An easy way to support PTA of PS372 at no extra cost to you*    

Buy PS 372 Gear And Support Your PTA

Wed, Sep 25 12:46pm

We have some amazing gear in stock for the fall. Hoodies, raglan shirts, trucker hats, water bottles and more! It's a great time to show some school spirit while supporting our PTA.   When you make a ... [More]

Pizza Friday Session 1 Starts Friday, October 11th...FORMS are DUE by 10/4!!

Tue, Sep 24 11:05pm

  Pizza Friday is Finally Here...Friday, October, 11th!! Pizza Friday is one of the biggest PTA Fundraisers at our school and is available to grades Kindergarten-5th. Every Friday the kids get super e ... [More]

October 2019 Calendar

Tue, Sep 24 2:49pm

Dear Children's School Families:   Please find October 2019 calendar and find out what is going on here at the school during the month of October.   If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ... [More]

UPDATED NYC DOE CALENDAR 2019-2020

Tue, Sep 24 1:42pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Please find an updated 2019-2020 DOE School Calendar.   Please note that Monday, December 23, 2019 there is no school.   Our winter break will begin Mo ... [More]

Limited Spaces Now Available for Early Childcare in Stay & Play Afterschool

Mon, Sep 23 7:54pm

Dear PS 372 Families, We have hired more staff, so we therefore have a limited number of additional spots for Pre-K and K students in our Stay & Play Afterschool Program. If you have would like to enr ... [More]

Afterschool Fall Enrichment Classes Now Open for Registration!

Mon, Sep 23 7:39pm

  FALL ENRICHMENT CLASSES ARE OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT NOW! The 1st class begins October 3rd!   CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OPTIONS & SIGN UP: https://stayandplay372.com/index.php/enrichment-options/  

Stay & Play Call for Donated Board Games, Yarn & Other Arts & Crafts Supplies!

Mon, Sep 23 7:11pm

Dear PS 372 Community, Our afterschool program uses a lot of yarn! And a lot of craft supplies! And a lot of board games!   We have a budget to buy a good deal of supplies, but if you have these kinds ... [More]

Parent Coordinator - Attending Professional Development Monday, September 23

Fri, Sep 20 2:10pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Happy Friday!!   I will be out on Monday, September 23 for a Parent Coordinator Professional Development Day.   I will have email access if you need to ... [More]

Pick Up For Climate Change Walk

Fri, Sep 20 12:22pm

If you plan on picking up your child or children to participate in the Climate Change Protest, please do so before 2pm.  This will help us safely dismiss all children from the building this afternoon. ... [More]

D15 Zoning Update - Sept 24 6:30 pm at P.S. 32

Fri, Sep 20 8:12am

DOE Presentation on Potential Elementary School Rezoning and Admission Changes Date: Tuesday, Sept 24, 2019 Time:  Start time 6:30 pm. Doors open at 6 pm. Location: PS 32 - 317 Hoyt St, enter on Union ... [More]

What's Happening at The Children's School

Thu, Sep 19 2:21pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Just a few things that are happening here at The Children's School that you might be interested in attending.   Friday, September 20th 4th Grade Curric ... [More]

Garden Committee Informational Meeting this Friday

Wed, Sep 18 9:57pm

Hi 372 Gardeners   The Garden Committee will be holding a first informational meeting this Friday, September 20th right after drop off at 8:20A that will last about 20-25 minutes.  If it is good weath ... [More]

SAVE THE DATE: Friday, October 4th 6-9pm

Wed, Sep 18 9:07pm

The PTA of PS372 invites you and your family to... FALL 2019 Clothing&Costume Swap AND Movie Night featuring FERDINAND PG (Parental Guidance) ADMISSION IS FREE  *concessions for sale *pizza*popcorn*dr ... [More]

Climate Strike Friday, September 20

Wed, Sep 18 2:58pm

  Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Parents have expressed in attending the Climate March with their children this Friday, September 20 in Foley Square.   NYC DOE has said that students ... [More]

New Families Orientation - Thursday, September 19

Tue, Sep 17 3:24pm

Dear Children's School Families:   If any of our new families missed the May 29th New Families Orientation, we will hold another on on Thursday, September 19 at 8:45am in the cafeteria.   Please let m ... [More]

Learn About Becoming a Class Parent

Tue, Sep 17 9:54am

This Friday at 8:30 in the cafeteria after drop off there will be a meeting for those interested in becoming a class parent.   It is a great time to learn if this is a new role to you and also great i ... [More]

Morning Drop Off

Mon, Sep 16 9:32am

Good Morning,    Thank you all very much for following the driver drop off this morning.    A few things to remember:   1. The cones on Carroll are in place to allow parents to pull up and for student ... [More]

The Children's School Family Handbook Now Available on Inclusions!

Mon, Sep 16 8:23am

Dear P.S. 372 Families,   The school handbook is now available for download and use on our inclusions.org website!   This resource is a collaboration of the SLT, Administration and the PTA to share in ... [More]

NEW FAMILIES POT LUCK PICNIC is TOMORROW!

Fri, Sep 13 4:30pm

Dear New Families of The Children's School,   The PTA would cordially like to invite you to the New Families Potluck Picnic on Saturday, September 14th 12-3:30pm in the Big School Yard (Whitwell Stree ... [More]

Parent Coordinator - When I am out of the Building

Fri, Sep 13 2:23pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   I hope everyone had a great first full week of school. I hope your children have begun to settle into a routine and made friends.   As you know we have ... [More]

Morning Drop Off

Fri, Sep 13 1:33pm

As of Monday morning, September 16th we would like to try something new which may alleviate some of the concerns we are having with Con Edison sidewalk parking, on First street.    We will block off t ... [More]

Late Pick-Up Policy for the P.S. 372 ICT Site - PLEASE READ

Fri, Sep 13 12:04pm

9/13/19   Dear P.S. 372 Community,   We want to make everyone aware of the new late pick up policy.   The P.S. 372 school day ends at 3:10 pm. If you arrive to pick up your child after 3:10, please pr ... [More]

Pre-K & K Currently at Capacity for Stay & Play Afterschool Program

Thu, Sep 12 1:46pm

  Our early childhood program (Pre-K and K students) is currently at capacity for our Stay & Play Afterschool Program (including  Drop-In).   We hope to add more staff to early childhood once the prog ... [More]

School Lunch Meals

Thu, Sep 12 11:59am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   The NYC DOE offers free breakfast and lunch to all NYC school children.   Below is the link for the PreK - 8th Alternative Lunch for the month of Octob ... [More]

Become a Class Parent Liaison!

Wed, Sep 11 12:06pm

                                                    Hello PS 372 families!                            Interested in being a part of our school community while                                    helpin ... [More]

Curriculum Conferences

Wed, Sep 11 11:05am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Curriculum Conferences will begin Friday, September 13 to Monday, September 23. All conferences will begin at 8:20am and end at 9:20am and will be held ... [More]

New Office for the Parent Coordinator

Tue, Sep 10 9:25am

Good morning Children's School Families and Community:   I have moved my office down to Room M1 which is on the otherside of the main office - it is the old office of the Assistant Principals.    My n ... [More]

Citywide Council on English Language Learners

Tue, Sep 10 9:22am

Good morning Children's School Families and Community:   Please find attached the Citywide Council on English Language Learners calendar for 2019-2020.   If you have any questions please do not hesita ... [More]

Outside After School Programs Pick Up Procedures

Mon, Sep 9 4:23pm

Good Afternoon Children's School Families and Community:   Hope everyone had a great weekend.   If your child attends any of the after school programs outside of The Children's School we ask that you ... [More]

COMMUNITY EDUCATION COUNCIL DISTRICT 15

Mon, Sep 9 3:26pm

¡Bienvenido de nuevo al distrito escolar 15!   Los miembros de CEC15 les desean a usted y a sus comunidades escolares un año lleno de logros y maravillosas experiencias,. Esperamos que los primeros dí ... [More]

Free Event! 2019 NYC/NYSED PARENT CONFERENCE - Open Registration

Mon, Sep 9 3:15pm

FREE EVENT   The NYS Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages The NYS Language RBERN at New York University The NYS/NYC RBERN at Fordham University   PRESENT   2019 NYC/NYSED PARENT CONFERENC ... [More]

FIRST PTA Meeting on Thursday, September 12th at 8:30am in the Cafeteria!

Mon, Sep 9 2:16pm

Please join us for the year's first PTA meeting on Thursday, September 12th at 8:30am in the cafeteria! Coffee, bagels & juice will be served! *Welcome back from PTA Executive Board & Administration * ... [More]

Letter from Chancellor Carranza

Fri, Sep 6 1:15pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Please find Chancellor Carranza's Welcome Back to School letter in English, Spanish and Chinese.   If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ... [More]

Message from Frank Ammirata, Assistant Principal, I.A.

Thu, Sep 5 1:09pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Welcome Back!!   Hope everyone is excited for a brand new school year.   Please find a letter from our newest interim acting Assistant Principal Frank ... [More]

Welcome to the PS 372 2019-20 School Year! Start of the Year Info Attached!

Wed, Sep 4 8:38pm

We are excited to see you tomorrow PS 372 Families! Please make sure to stop by and say hi to the members of the PTA Executive Board, who will be at the Welcome Tables in the morning with bagels, juic ... [More]

WE'RE COLLECTING OLD MARKERS TO RECYCLE!

Wed, Sep 4 2:58pm

Do you have dried up markers that you're looking to throw away?  If so, recycle them! Our school is partnering with Crayola to be part of their Crayola Color Cycle Initiative.  Through this initiative ... [More]

LAST DAY to Register for our New Afterschool Program and have the Registration Fee Waived!

Wed, Sep 4 2:11pm

  Today is the LAST DAY to Register for our NEW Afterschool Program and have the Registration Fee Waived!   Remember to BOTH Register and Choose the Days you want!   www.stayandplay372.com

REVISED BUS ROUTES 2019-2020

Wed, Sep 4 8:54am

Good Morning Children's School Families and Community:   Please find a REVISED Bus Routes sheet for 2019-2020   If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.    Thank you, Yvette Aga ... [More]

Stay and Play After School Program

Tue, Sep 3 2:43pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   I hope everyone had a restful summer and is ready to go back to school.   Our new after school program Stay and Play will begin on the first day of sch ... [More]

Bus Routes 2019-2020

Wed, Aug 28 12:05pm

Dear Children' School Families and Community:   Hope all is well.   Please find attached the Bus Routes for 2019-2020.    If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.   Thank you, Y ... [More]

TONIGHT - Community Meeting: Rezoning and School Planning in Red Hook at 6:00 p.m.

Tue, Aug 27 2:07pm

Dear D15 Friends and Families:   This is a reminder that the Office of District Planning is hosting a Community Meeting: Rezoning and School Planning in Red Hook.  The meeting will be held TONIGHT, Au ... [More]

REGISTER IN PERSON OR ONLINE FOR STAY & PLAY (OUR NEW AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM) TODAY!

Mon, Aug 26 12:19pm

  You can Register in person for our new Stay & Play Afterschool Program! Janine DiLorenzo will be at the PTA desk (off the ICT cafeteria) from August 27th-29th and from September 3rd-5th from 8:30-10 ... [More]

SAVE THE DATE - Panel for Educational Policy Meeting - Wed, Aug 28, 2019

Mon, Aug 26 10:18am

Dear D15 Friends and Families, Please see the announcement below regarding this month's Panel for Education Policy<https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/leadership/panel-for-education-policy> meeting i ... [More]

Bus Information

Mon, Aug 26 9:12am

Dear Children's School Families:   Hope you are enjoying the last few days of summer.   If you are looking for bus information please call Office of Pupil Transportation at the following number 718-39 ... [More]

Register for our NEW Afterschool Program NOW! Enroll in Stay & Play TODAY!

Mon, Aug 19 10:20am

Registration for The Children's School's NEW Afterschool Program is NOW OPEN!   If you enroll in Stay & Play before the first day of school (9/5!) we will waive your registration fee!   Go to www.stay ... [More]