Chancellor Carranza Letter August 3, 2020 - Family Updates on Health, Safety, and Remote Learning

Mon, Aug 3 4:17pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Hope all is well.   Please see attached letter from  NYC Schools Chancellor Richard Carranza.   Thank you, Yvette Agas-Bautz, Parent Coordinator

Eid-al-Adha

Fri, Jul 31 8:17am

The Children's School sends our warmest wishes to all those celebrating Eid al-Adha. May your time spent with loved ones bring you hope, peace, and joy.

Recording of July 29th Town Hall now available

Thu, Jul 30 8:32pm

If you missed the Town Hall on July 29th or just want to watch it again, use this link to contact us for access to the recording.  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_kDM7ZpWPrqErCh8VYauWNWUBcGPWgfV/vie ... [More]

Friday, July 31: Eid al- Adha observed (schools closed)

Thu, Jul 30 11:38am

Dear Children's School Families:   Hope all is well.   Friday, July 31 there will be no remote learning in observance of Eid al- Adha.   There will be no therapy session tomorrow Friday, July 31   We ... [More]

Link to the PS372 Town Hall with Ms. Rosa TODAY. Wednesday, July 29th at 5pm

Wed, Jul 29 4:49pm

Thank you for filling out the form to participate in the PS372 Town Hall.    Here is the link you will need to join the meeting. This link should open up a browser window and request access to your co ... [More]

TOWN HALL WITH MS. ROSA - WEDNESDAY, JULY 29TH @ 5PM

Tue, Jul 28 4:50pm

Town Hall with Ms. Rosa Wednesday, July 29th at 5 pm While there are still many unanswered questions, let's get together to support one another! Ms. Rosa will join to talk about the potential reopenin ... [More]

July 27, 2020: Update for Families on School Reopening from Chancellor Carranza

Tue, Jul 28 10:04am

Good morning Children's School Families and Community:   Hope all is well.   Please see attached letter from Chancellor Carranza.   Thank you, Yvette Agas-Bautz, Parent Coordinator

Family and Student Information Sessions

Mon, Jul 27 6:04pm

Dear Children's School Families and Commuity:   Hope all is well.   The DOE will be hosting virtual citywide Information sessions for students and families from 6:30-8:00 PM on:   Tuesday, July 28, 20 ... [More]

Save the Date: Town Hall with Ms. Rosa

Wed, Jul 22 11:04am

Save the Date Town Hall with Ms. Rosa Wednesday, July 29th at 5 pm (Link to follow soon) While there are still many unanswered questions, let's get together to support one another! Ms. Rosa will join ... [More]

DOE Survey - Remote Learning for the Fall

Mon, Jul 20 9:44am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Happy Monday and hope all is well.   I have posted below the link from the DOE regarding Remote Learning for the fall. Please fill out their form if yo ... [More]

372K Blended Learning Parent Survey (Blended Learning Models)

Fri, Jul 17 2:00pm

Dear Children's School Community:    As we continue to plan for the possible re-opening of school buildings in September, we would like to get some parent feedback to incorporate into planning. The Ch ... [More]

Return to School 2020 DOE Link

Wed, Jul 15 2:39pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Hope all is well.   I am sharing with you the DOE link for Return to School 2020. This is vital information for families regarding the fall 2020.    Th ... [More]

The Children's School Survey

Wed, Jul 15 7:59am

Dear Children's School Families:   I hope all is well.   We are asking families to participate in a short survey to let us know what your plans are for the 2020-2021 School Year.   I have posted links ... [More]

Return to School Family and Student Information Sessions / Sesiones de Información para Familias y Estudiantes sobre el Regreso a la Escuela

Tue, Jul 14 5:52pm

Good morning D15 Family and Friends, We wanted to share information about the upcoming Return to School Family and Student Information Sessions. The first one will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2020 f ... [More]

Letter to Families, Ms. Rosa Amato

Mon, Jul 13 7:59am

I hope this finds you well. Please read my attached letter and of course, reach out to me if you need any support or just wish to make a suggestion.     MS. Rosa

CECD15 Candidate Forum Recording and Community Feedback

Wed, Jul 8 9:31am

Dear D15 Friends and Family,   CECD15 is starting the deliberations to choose the candidates who will fill our two vacant member seats.    We would like your input. If you missed the Candidate Forum, ... [More]

No Remote Learning - Friday, July 3, 2020

Thu, Jul 2 7:58am

Dear Children's School Families:   There will be no Remote Learning tomorrow Friday, July 3 in observance of July 4 Independence Day.   Happy 4th of July!   Thank you, Yvette Agas-Bautz, Parent Coordinator  

Summer School Resources Support Newsletter - July 2020

Wed, Jul 1 3:08pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   What a school year! This is definitely one for the books. Now that school is done what do we do now?   The guidance counselors, Ms. Rosa PL and myself ... [More]

Message from Stay & Play Enrichment about free classes this summer

Mon, Jun 29 3:28pm

Hello wonderful partners,   During all the craziness that is 2020, we are always looking for ways to give back to the schools we work with.   We are committed to regularly offering free classes for fa ... [More]

Last day of school letter to families...

Fri, Jun 26 9:46am

Thank you all for your continued support.  Please read the attached letter. 

A message from Stay & Play!

Thu, Jun 25 12:24pm

The Stay&Play! staff miss all our friends so very MUCH! We are counting the days until we all can be together again. We hope for Love, Health, and Togetherness 💞 Have a safe, healthy, and fun summer! ... [More]

CEC15 D15 PEP Parent Member Application due June 26

Wed, Jun 24 10:15am

As a result of changes to New York State Education Law, CEC Presidents will elect a member to the Panel for Educational Policy (PEP) beginning in July 2020!  The Nominating Committee had a “kick-off” ... [More]

#NYCCLASSof2020 Celebration

Wed, Jun 24 9:15am

Dear Children's School Families:   Tuesday, June 30 at 7pm Citywide Celebration for the Class of 2020   Join us to celebrate the end of a school year and honor the resilient, inspiring Class of 2020—w ... [More]

CEC15 Meeting Tonight - Tuesday, June 23 5:00pm

Tue, Jun 23 1:31pm

Dear Friends and Family,   The Office of District Planning (ODP) is joining CEC15 for a Special Session as part of their effort to convene consultations with each CEC across the city to further empowe ... [More]

Student art work

Tue, Jun 23 9:42am

Hi friends,  Students keep making it and I continue to post it. Please check out how amazingly we have finished off the school year. The art is trully outstanding and I'm so proud to be able to share ... [More]

Happy Father's Day!

Sat, Jun 20 12:20pm

Return to School 2020 Survey

Fri, Jun 19 3:04pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Happy Friday! I hope all is well.   Just a gentle reminder that Monday, June 22 is the deadline for parents and students to complete the Return to Scho ... [More]

Celebrating Juneteenth

Fri, Jun 19 8:04am

Good morning Children's School Community:    Today we celebrate Juneteenth! Juneteenth celebration marks a day in 1865 when enslaved Texans learned they’d be free—two months after Robert E. Lee surren ... [More]

Friday, June 26 - Last Day of School

Thu, Jun 18 4:12pm

Dear Children's School Families:   Hope all is well.   Friday, June 26 is the last day of school and a half day of instruction.   If you have any questions please let me know.   Thank you, be well and ... [More]

CEC15 Stands with Brooklyn North and Superintendent Skop in Addressing Racism

Wed, Jun 17 4:01pm

Dear D15 Friends and Families,   CEC15 is a proud supporter of the Department of Education's Brooklyn North Leadership Team. Please see the attached letter from Executive Superintendent Karen Watts on ... [More]

CEC15 Parent Workshops Starting Tomorrow - Thursday, June 18

Wed, Jun 17 1:32pm

Please sign up for one or both of our parent workshops that will help you and your family with remote learning at home.    The first webinar is June 18, 2020 - 1 PM Supporting Your Child During Distan ... [More]

Happy PRIDE!

Mon, Jun 15 3:54pm

We wish to extend a huge hug to our LGBTQ Community.   This month and always, we STAND with you....

June 2020 PS372 Virtual PTA Meeting

Sun, Jun 14 9:19pm

The PTA would like to THANK Ms. Rosa, Ms. Yvette and all the parents who attended the Virtual PTA Meeting on June 10th.      After some initial technical difficulties, we were able to share our update ... [More]

New letter from Chancellor Carranza

Sat, Jun 13 12:56pm

I hope this email finds you all well.  It was a pleasure to see you at the PTA meeting.  Please read Chancellor Carranza's letter.  Embedded in the letter is an important survey regarding September le ... [More]

Joint Event CCSE, CEC15 and D75 this Tuesday, June 16

Fri, Jun 12 9:18am

CEC15 Family and Friends,   You are invited to attend a Joint Meeting with CEC15, the Citywide Council on Special Education and the Citywide District 75 Council:   Parent Forum on Special Education    ... [More]

CCELL Virtual Calendar and Business Meeting for June 15, 2020

Thu, Jun 11 1:11pm

  Citywide Council on English Language Learners Virtual Calendar and Business Meeting     Please join us for our monthly virtual Calendar and Business meeting. We will be meeting via WebEx. Please see ... [More]

Update: Technical difficulties with Virtual PTA Meeting - Standby

Wed, Jun 10 5:52pm

UPDATE:  Use this link to get into the PTA meeting:   https://meet.google.com/mfz-cinn-vkf   Hello all,    If you are trying to join the last PTA meeting of the year and are having difficulties please ... [More]

General PTA Meeting - TODAY from 5:30pm-7pm

Wed, Jun 10 5:10pm

PLEASE JOIN US TODAY!! GENERAL PTA MEETING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10th 5:30pm-7pm Speakers: Principal, Rosa Amato Parent Coordinator, Yvette Agas-Bautz PTA Co-Presidents, Michelle Dobson & Liza Gouger and mo ... [More]

Tea Time with Ms. Yvette - How to Talk to Your Child about Race and Current Events

Tue, Jun 9 5:57pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   I hope you are all doing well.   I want to thank you for joining with me for Tea Time with Ms. Yvette. I hope that the conversations we have had were i ... [More]

372K Shares Their Creativity: The Virtual Creative Space

Tue, Jun 9 3:17pm

Good afternoon Children's School Families:   We are very excited to present to you a collection of creative expressions from 372K curated by the Arts Team: Ms. Ann, Mr. Frank, Ms. Gabrielle, Ms. Keyla ... [More]

Resending: Updated Grading Policy Letter to Families from the Chancellor

Tue, Jun 9 2:21pm

Hello everyone:   We are resending the 'Updated Grading Policy' letter to families from the Chancellor as a reminder that grades will be different this year. Students will receive MT (meets standards) ... [More]

LAST DAY to submit questions for tomorrow's PTA Meeting!

Tue, Jun 9 11:03am

PLEASE JOIN US! GENERAL PTA MEETING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10th 5:30pm-7pm Speakers: Principal, Rosa Amato Parent Coordinator, Yvette Agas-Bautz PTA Co-Presidents, Michelle Dobson & Liza Gouger and more... L ... [More]

CEC15 D15 Citywide Engagement on Admissions Monday, June 8 6pm to 10pm

Mon, Jun 8 1:11pm

The DOE is engaging with parents, school leaders, students, and other stakeholders to collect ideas and perspectives on admissions for fall 2021. All parents and students are invited to join virtual t ... [More]

Tuesday, June 9 - Non-Attendance Day for Students

Sun, Jun 7 9:22am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Hope all is well.   Tuesday, June 9 is a  Non Attendance Day for students.   Teachers and related service teams will not meet with your children .   Cl ... [More]

Virtual Family Field Day 2020

Fri, Jun 5 1:15pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   I hope all is well.   The Children's School Field Day was scheduled for May 21 and as a result we had to cancel.   This year our Physical Ed teachers M ... [More]

372 Shares Their Creativity DUE TOMORROW!

Thu, Jun 4 11:20am

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR ENTRIES BY TOMORROW!      I am excited to announce The Children's School will be having a virtual talent show.  All students are welcome to submit a picture or video of their specia ... [More]

Non Attendance Day for Students

Thu, Jun 4 10:46am

Just a reminder that today Thursday June 4 is a non attendance day for students. Teachers and related service teams will not meet with your children today. Classes will resume tomorrow Friday June 5 T ... [More]

THANK YOU TEACHERS, SPECIALISTS & STAFF!

Thu, Jun 4 8:59am

Dear Children's School Teachers, Specialists and Staff, Our Chancellor's Day tradition, when the families of The Children's School are enthusiastically  granted the opportunity to show our appreciatio ... [More]

Letter from Chancellor Carranza

Thu, Jun 4 8:35am

I hope this finds you all well.  Attached is a letter from Chancellor Carranza.      We miss you all so much! Stay well!

CEC15 D15

Wed, Jun 3 6:40pm

We know change has to occur but what's stopping us? Everyone has a role to play. Do your part to end RACISM. Dear D15 Friends and Families, George Floyd's murder is another horrifying example of racia ... [More]

THANK YOU to Anna Levy-Warren!

Tue, Jun 2 11:19am

The PTA would like to THANK Anna Levy-Warren ,Ph.D. for running the parent workshop: "Creative Tools for Managing Anxiety & Stress" For those that were unable to attend, you can find the recording her ... [More]

mi carta a la comunidad..

Mon, Jun 1 8:57pm

mi carta a la comunidad....

TCS supports our Black and Brown community....

Mon, Jun 1 8:28pm

Please read the attached letter to our school community....

Beyond Access Series - Supporting Families of Children with Disabilities

Mon, Jun 1 10:24am

Register Today for our Special Education Family Series!   We are happy to announce the Beyond Access Series. This series of online workshops and trainings, focuses on providing families of children wi ... [More]

Letter From Chancellor Carranza...

Mon, Jun 1 8:22am

I hope you are doing well.  I miss you all so very much.  Attached is a letter from Chancellor Carranza.    Hope to see you soon.   Ms. Rosa

SAVE THE DATE: LAST PTA MEETING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10th 5:30-7 PM

Sun, May 31 9:32pm

  Please join us on Wednesday, June 10th from 5:30-7pm for the last PTA meeting! We will hear from Principal Rosa, get PTA updates and more... WE MISS OUR PS 372 FAMILY  & HOPE TO SEE YOU ON 6/10/20 G ... [More]

CEC15 D15 - Monday, June 1st, 6:30 p.m. CEC Meeting

Sun, May 31 9:46am

Dear D15 Families and Friends,    Join us this Monday, June 1st, at 6:30 p.m. for CEC15 Business Meeting. The public comment period on the Draft Resolution attached will end before the vote by the cou ... [More]

Thursday, June 4 - Non-Attendance Day for Students

Fri, May 29 9:37am

Good Morning Children's School Families.   Hope all is well.   Thursday, June 4 is a Non-Attendance Day for all students (ICT and 6:1:1 Sites)   If you have any questions please let me know.   Thank y ... [More]

TODAY!!! Creative Tools for Managing Anxiety & Stress - Parent Workshop

Thu, May 28 9:36am

 TODAY!! PTA of PS 372 Online Parent Workshop presented by: Anna Levy-Warren, Ph.D. - Organizational Tutors "Creative Tools for Managing Anxiety & Stress" Thursday, May 28th 5:30-7pm Join with Google ... [More]

CEC15 D15 - We need YOUR voice!

Thu, May 28 8:01am

Dear D15 Friends and Families,   Your strong leadership skills and vision for what our schools system could truly look like is invaluable and CEC15 encourages you to use the power that you have to con ... [More]

Division of Multilingual Learners’ Postsecondary Readiness Team/ División de Estudiantes Multilingues, Equipo de Preparación Post-secundaria

Wed, May 27 3:32pm

Thank you for joining #COMMUNITYCHATS – we have loved seeing our community of shared learning grow as we strive to uplift the best ways to support our MLL/ELL students in preparing for college, career ... [More]

NYC Schools Account

Tue, May 26 2:40pm

  Dear Children's School Families:   Hope all is well with you and the family.   NYC Schools Account let's you see your child's grades, test scores, attendance, transportation information, reading lev ... [More]

VIRTUAL CLASS: FAMILIES DANCE TOGETHER May 29 - Jun 19

Mon, May 25 9:25pm

Hello Children's School Community,    Jacobs Pillow Dance Program is hosting a week of free classes for families. Information & Link below.    https://www.jacobspillow.org/events/class-families-dance- ... [More]

Strategies For Coping with Challenging Behaviors

Thu, May 21 6:20pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Tomorrow Friday, May 22 Tea Time with Ms. Yvette, I will be presenting on Strategies for Coping with Challenging Behaviors.   This Tea Time session is ... [More]

Memorial Day - School Closed

Thu, May 21 5:00pm

Dear Children's School Families:   School is closed on Monday, May  25 in observance of Memorial Day.   Thank you, Yvette Agas-Bautz, Parent Coordinator

Live Class Schedule with Specialist

Thu, May 21 3:30pm

Dear Children's School Families:   Please find attached Live Master Schedule of the specialist classes - Art, Drama, Dance, Tech - for both the ICT and 6:1:1 sites.   I have posted the Google Meet lin ... [More]

Summer School for students who have 12 month school year mandate..

Wed, May 20 11:33am

Please review the letter attached.     Chapter 683 summer school is specifically for students who have a 12 month school year mandate.   

District 15 - Free Yoga Classes for All

Wed, May 20 9:44am

  Dear Families:   District 15 now offers eight (8) yoga classes every week to all District 15 faculty, staff, administration, and families.    In addition to M-F from 8:30-9:15 AM EST, they now offer ... [More]

Letter from School Chancellor Richard Carranza

Wed, May 20 7:56am

Dear Children's School Families:   I hope you are all doing well.   I have attached a letter from our School Chancellor Richard Carranza regarding the new health condition appearing in children - Mult ... [More]

THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL TALENT SHOW!

Tue, May 19 4:19pm

Hello Families,    I am excited to announce The Children's School will be having a virtual talent show.  All students are welcome to submit a picture or video of their special talent.  The Arts team i ... [More]

MAYOR DE BLASIO AND CHANCELLOR CARRANZA ANNOUNCE SUMMER LEARNING PLAN

Tue, May 19 2:03pm

THE CITY OF NEW YORK OFFICE OF THE MAYOR NEW YORK, NY 10007   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 19, 2020 CONTACT: pressoffice@cityhall.nyc.gov, (212) 788-2958    MAYOR DE BLASIO AND CHANCELLOR CARRANZA ANNOU ... [More]

UPDATED: Free Seminar for Families within the ASD Community

Tue, May 19 11:43am

Dear Children's School Families:   On Thursday, May 21 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm, NYU Steinhardt ASD Nest Support Project is hosting a free webinar on Staying Connected: Nurturing Social Ties during Remot ... [More]

CEC15 Calendar Meeting - Thursday, May 21 6:30pm

Mon, May 18 9:42pm

    Please join CEC15 for a virtual teleconference meeting on WebEx Thursday night, May 21 at 6:30 p.m. Highlights: D15 District Report and Review of Draft Resolution on Admissions   Dear D15 Friends ... [More]

Tea Time with Ms. Yvette

Mon, May 18 5:30pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Hope all is well.   Thank you to the families who attended the presentations on;   How to Help Manage your Child's Anger  (ICT Parents) and   From Fraz ... [More]

CATS on BROADWAY on YOUTUBE

Thu, May 14 8:12pm

Hello Students and Families,    The Show Must Go On! YouTube Channel is airing CATS on Broadway starting tomorrow at 2 PM. The video will only be Posted for 48 hours! Cats is an incredible Broadway sh ... [More]

Hip-Hop Club Thursday @ 1

Wed, May 13 11:13pm

Hello Families,    The Hip-Hop club will begin this Thursday, May 14th at 1:00 PM.  Please Join!    Join with Google Meet meet.google.com/guh-kndf-ruf   Join by phone ‪+1 513-839-2965‬ PIN: ‪711 165 205‬#

Letter from Chancellor of NYC Schools

Tue, May 12 8:51am

Please read the attached letter from Chancellor Carranza.    Stay well! Rosa Amato

Morning Cup of Coffee/Tea Time with Ms. Yvette

Sun, May 10 8:32pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Happy Mother's Day to all the moms. I hope you are having a great day.   Thank you to the parents who joined me last week for two presentations;   Feel ... [More]

Happy Mother's Day.....

Fri, May 8 4:06pm

Have an amazing weekend with your children.  

Spam Calls Claiming to be from the DOE

Fri, May 8 3:48pm

Dear Children's School Families:   Please be aware that there are people calling parents claiming to be from the DOE regarding the distribution of iPad devices.   The DOE will never call you to see if ... [More]

See below for the Survey link

Fri, May 8 9:04am

The Remote Learning Survey remains open for families and students who have not yet participated in the survey, to ensure that as many voices are heard as possible and for schools to gather the most re ... [More]

includeNYC - Indoors for Autism Saturday, May 16 10:00am to 7:25pm

Wed, May 6 4:07pm

This year we are bringing our annual Outdoors for Autism indoors! Join INCLUDEnyc, as well as our amazing partners—KEEN New York, The Intrepid Museum, The Amazing Max, Drag Queen Story Hour, Extreme K ... [More]

Theatre students are writing amazing stories!

Wed, May 6 12:37pm

Theatre students are writing some amazing stories that I wanted to share.   As part of an extra credit section on my google classroom, I have been posting story challenges each week. Students are give ... [More]

Student Council Presents...... Spirit Week!

Wed, May 6 10:23am

See attached flier....

#GivingTuesdayNow at The Children's School

Tue, May 5 3:27pm

#GivingTuesdayNow is a new global day of charitable giving that takes place today, May 5th, 2020 in response to the unprecedented need caused by Covid-19. Education funding is being cut due to the mul ... [More]

Good Morning Parents!

Tue, May 5 8:10am

I hope this finds you well.  These are trying times, but together we can do this.  Teachers are working hard with your kiddos and I know that you have all become teachers during this "Stay at Home" ti ... [More]

Ballet Today @ 12:00

Mon, May 4 11:33am

Hello All,    Reminder Ballet today @ 12:00   All are welcome!    Monday @ 12:00 Ballet Club (40 mins) Join Hangouts Meet meet.google.com/vpq-tvux-yju

Morning Cup of Coffee/Tea Time with Ms. Yvette - How to Set a Schedule Around Remote Learning

Sun, May 3 7:51am

Dear Children's School Families:   Thank you for joining me last week for Morning Cup of Coffee and Tea Time.   I mentioned at the end of our sessions that in future sessions we will be presenting on ... [More]

Free Andrew Lloyd Webber Concert on Youtube!

Fri, May 1 8:00pm

Hello All,    This weekend there will be a great Free Andrew Lloyd Webber Concert on YouTube. The concert will be posted on Youtube for only 48 hours. Below is the description and link to the Youtube ... [More]

The Adelphi University Institute for Parenting

Fri, May 1 10:40am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Adelphi University Institute for Parenting supports young children's social and emotional wellness.   Adelphi University has set up a Warmline where yo ... [More]

Updated Grading Policy Letter to Families from the Chancellor

Thu, Apr 30 2:58pm

Hello everyone:   Hope you are all well. We wanted to share the Updated Grading Policy letter to families from the Chancellor. Please see attached in Arabic, Chinese, English or Spanish.    The text c ... [More]

Excellent Resource: Virtual Dance Classes

Thu, Apr 30 11:15am

    CELEBRATING THE JOY & DIVERSITY OF DANCE IN NEW YORK CITY   JUNE 11 - 20, 2020   Share: Follow:                   Hello Friend,   Below are several virtual classes being offered by our partners.  ... [More]

Today's Hip-Hop Rescheduled!

Thu, Apr 30 10:48am

Hello All,    Unfortunately, due to a scheduling conflict, today's Hip-Hop class is postponed. I will send an update when the class will be rescheduled.  See you all soon!    Sincerely,  Ms. Gabrielle 

A PS 372 Family Needs Our Help After A Devastating Fire

Wed, Apr 29 10:48pm

PS 372 Families,   Last week a family in our community was involved in a fire that caused extensive damage to their apartment that resulted in a loss of all of their belongings. Fortunately, no one wa ... [More]

Blue Angels & Thunderbirds are flying over Brooklyn today!!

Tue, Apr 28 10:39am

Hello PS 372 Families The Blue Angels & Thunderbirds will fly over Brooklyn today around lunchtime (a little after 12pm) to honor our frontline workers! If you can, head outside to see/hear  them!   h ... [More]

NYC DOE Wants Your Feedback!!

Tue, Apr 28 9:24am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Hope everyone is well.   Please take a moment and take the Remote Learning Survey to share your experience learning at home.   The deadline is May 1st ... [More]

Dance Update: New Hip Hop Class/ Google Classroom/ Ballet

Mon, Apr 27 1:45pm

Hello, all students and families!    I'm so happy to see you all in morning meetings, ballet club, google classroom, and flipgrid.  Although we are not physically together we are still united as a sch ... [More]

Reminder: Ballet LIVE NOW

Mon, Apr 27 12:04pm

REMINDER: It's not too late to join ballet class today!   Monday @ 12:00 Ballet Club (40 mins) Join Hangouts Meet meet.google.com/vpq-tvux-yju

Follow Up to Morning/Afternoon Chats with the Parent Coordinator

Sun, Apr 26 10:12am

Hello Children's School Families and Community:   Hope all is well with you and your family.   Please tell your children that I really miss them.   Just a few updates and changes that I wanted you to ... [More]

Ramadan Mubarak!

Thu, Apr 23 5:41pm

The Children's School sends blessings to all those who begin observing the holy month of Ramadan this evening. We wish you peace and health in these difficult days. Ramadan Mubarak.

Sorry for the extra email

Thu, Apr 23 5:28pm

    PLEASE KEEP THIS LINK WITHIN THE COMMUNITY.   THANK YOU   MARINA

Quarintart Bulletin Board

Thu, Apr 23 5:25pm

Hey Ya'll  Here is our student bulletin board. Please click on the link and give it a minute to load, because there is so much art on there. Enjoy! Ill keep adding as the kids keep making!   https://p ... [More]

Letter from Chancellor Carranza

Thu, Apr 23 3:21pm

April 23, 2020 Dear P.S. 372 The Children’s School Community, It is with profound sadness that I write to share my condolences on the passing of Vanessa Burkett, an educational assistant who had been ... [More]

Kindergarten Offers Available on MySchools

Thu, Apr 23 1:05pm

Dear Children's School Families:   I apologize if this does not apply to you.   Kindergarten offers are now available on your MySchools Account. Please log on to your MySchools account and accept the ... [More]

Request for Learning Device

Thu, Apr 23 10:45am

Good morning Children's School Families and Community:   Hope all is well.   Please let me know if you are still in need of an iPad device.  We need to make sure that every child has a device for remo ... [More]

Request for Remote Learning Devices

Wed, Apr 22 2:25pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   I hope all is well with you and your family.   If you are still in need of a device please click on the link below. This must be done by ASAP so that i ... [More]

Art Bulletin Board

Wed, Apr 22 1:13pm

Dearest friends  Hope you are well and safe.  I am creating a Bulletin Board of all the amazing art work that children are creating so that everyone can see what everyone is making. I will send the li ... [More]

Art Bulletin Board

Wed, Apr 22 12:21pm

Dearest friends  Hope you are well and safe.  I am creating a Bulletin Board of all the amazing art work that children are creating so that everyone can see what everyone is making. I will send the li ... [More]

Ballet Club Monday @ 12!

Sun, Apr 19 10:23pm

Hello All Students!    Ballet Club will continue this Monday at 12:00 in the afternoon. Ballet will take place every week until the end of the school year!  The class is a beginner ballet class design ... [More]

GoFundMe for Ms. Vanessa Burkett

Sun, Apr 19 1:27pm

GoFundMe for Ms. Vanessa Burkett As many of you know, The Children’s School community lost one of it’s beloved members on April 17th, 2020 due to complications associated with the Coronavirus (COVID-1 ... [More]

Morning Cup of Coffee with Ms. Yvette

Fri, Apr 17 6:21pm

Dear Children's School Families:   I hope everyone is doing well.   I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who joined me this week for Morning Cup of Coffee with Ms. Yvette. It was wonderfu ... [More]

Disney on Broadway tonight @ 7:00

Fri, Apr 17 6:11pm

Hello Families and Students,    Tonight there will be a LIVE Disney on Broadway 25 year anniversary concert on YouTube. There will be lots of singing and dancing to enjoy!   Here is the link below! ht ... [More]

Please read the important attached letter from Principal Rosa Amato

Fri, Apr 17 5:09pm

April 17, 2020   Dear Parents and Community Members:   Earlier today, we were informed that Vanessa Burkett, Educational Assistant, has passed away due to complications associated with the Coronavirus ... [More]

Center For Architecture Resources

Fri, Apr 17 1:25pm

Dear School Partners,   We hope you, your loved ones, and your students are all doing well. We are sad that our Learning By Design:NY Program was disrupted by school closures but we understand the imp ... [More]

letter From Chancellor Carranza ENGLISH

Fri, Apr 17 12:28pm

Letter from Chancellor Carranza Dear Families: We want to thank you for your flexibility, patience, and partnership over the past few weeks as we launched implementation of remote learning. As we move ... [More]

Website and Survey Results

Wed, Apr 15 8:50am

Good morning families:   We were able to review the results of the Remote Learning Survey assessing your top priority during remote learning. In response, we compiled information on a website that hop ... [More]

Message From Ms. Beth - Math Learning Center

Tue, Apr 14 5:39pm

Hi Everyone,      I have included a link to the Math Learning  Center for some fun family math games :)   They are supposed to update the list each week so make sure you check back for new games that ... [More]

Letter from Chancellor Carranza

Mon, Apr 13 3:42pm

I hope this finds you all well.   Please see attached letter from Chancellor Carranza.    

Key Food Gift Card Donations Needed

Mon, Apr 13 10:29am

We are looking for families who are able to purchase Key Food Gift Cards to support other PS 372 families that are in need of assistance with groceries during this time.   Please email me directly kat ... [More]

School Closure Through June 2020

Sat, Apr 11 12:01pm

As you may know, the Mayor and Schools Chancellor  have  just announced that schools will remain closed for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. Though this is incredibly unfortunate, we unders ... [More]

Happy Holidays

Fri, Apr 10 8:58pm

Wishing you and your family a Joyous Passover and a Blessed Easter. Please use the time next week to refresh and recharge. Your teachers will be hosting daily morning meetings and providing you with f ... [More]

Morning Cup of Coffee with Ms. Yvette

Wed, Apr 8 5:58pm

Good Evening Children's School Families and Community:   I hope this finds you all well.   We are now in the middle of our 3rd week of remote learning and I wanted to take the time to tell you that I ... [More]

The Children's School Production of Seussical Kids is Available to Stream

Wed, Apr 8 12:43pm

Hello, Many of you have been asking and waiting. I am excited to announce that the Seussical video is now available to stream!!!   A few things to remember: Due to copyright issue PLEASE 1) DO NOT  sh ... [More]

Ballet Club Monday @ 12!

Sun, Apr 5 9:59pm

Hello Families! I hope all is well at home. I have loved seeing all of the pictures and videos of the students dancing.  I have enjoyed visiting classes during morning meetings, but I still do miss ev ... [More]

GUIDANCE ON SPRING BREAK.

Sat, Apr 4 6:48pm

Good Afternoon,    Please read the attached letter from Chancellor Richard Carranza.    We will be sending out further guidance as the week progresses as we would like to make sure that you have a bit ... [More]

Assistance with District75 IEP Driven Tech Devices

Fri, Apr 3 1:43pm

Hello,    District 75 has set up the following email address for you to contact if you have any issues with any IEP driven technology devices: (iPads, laptops, etc.)   D75ATTEAM@schools.nyc.gov   Some ... [More]

Message from Mr. Doug - How to Present to Your Screen

Fri, Apr 3 12:35pm

Dear Children's School Families and  Community:   This is a very useful skill to have. You can share your screen so that everyone in the meeting can see it. This is useful if you want to show somethin ... [More]

Message from Ms. Jackie, Librarian -Epic Books

Fri, Apr 3 10:14am

Dear Children's School Families:   Hope all is well.   Ms. Jackie ask me to send this to you all .   If you are interested in free access to Epic (a digital library for the kids) please email her your ... [More]

Caring for Your Kids Webinar Thursday, April 2 at 7 PM & in Spanish, Viernes 3 de abril. 15:00

Thu, Apr 2 3:34pm

Caring for Your Kids Webinar: Helping Parents and Students Navigate Remote Learning with a Focus on Social/Emotional Health    Thursday, April 2 at 7 PM   Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/regist ... [More]

Remote Learning Needs Assessment

Thu, Apr 2 11:14am

Good morning to all Children's School Families:   We are all hoping you are doing well and apologize for sending yet another blast. After hearing from some parents, we wanted to send out a brief surve ... [More]

A message from Upper Grade Science Ms. Sarah and Ms. Fiona

Tue, Mar 31 9:39pm

Dear 3rd. 4th and 5th Grade Families:   Hope this finds everyone well.   This message is just for the 3rd 4th and 5th grade families I apologize for sending this to the whole school community.   Dear ... [More]

Managing Your Work: Reducing Email Volume and Seeing your Work in Calendars - From Mr. Doug

Tue, Mar 31 10:09am

Dear Children's School Families:     Click Here for Video about Notifications, Classroom and Calendar   This is an email primarily directed at student/parents to help them see the work the students ar ... [More]

Wishing you all well!

Tue, Mar 31 9:35am

Good morning families and students,   I'm think about you all.  Many of you have seen me pop in and out of the classroom video chats just to say hello and to see you children's beautiful faces.  I mis ... [More]

News About Online Classes & Free Resources From Our Stay & Play Vendors

Mon, Mar 30 7:30pm

Dear Families, A few of our vendors are offering online classes and free resources for activities to help keep everyone engaged and active... Please take a look!   If you join any classes, please let ... [More]

If you need a device, please fill out the survey.

Fri, Mar 27 1:38pm

Dear Families:    New Information is on the DOE Website. Please check in regularly.   Encuentre nueva información en el Sitio web del DOE. Por favor revise regularmente, seleccionando español traduce ... [More]

Thank you cards for healthcare workers.

Thu, Mar 26 11:29am

Dearest families,  I hope you are all well and safe. I know this all so overwhelming, and getting another to do email is not always welcomed. But hopefully this whole family activity will be. I'm star ... [More]

Online Auction: Bidding Ends Friday 3/27 at 9pm

Thu, Mar 26 7:36am

  Thank you to all of the staff and teachers who have helped us through this first week of remote learning.   Thank you to all of our generous bidders and donors. Online bidding ends at 9pm tomorrow n ... [More]

Message from the PTA !

Wed, Mar 25 9:44pm

Hello PS 372 Families, We are checking in to see how everyone is doing. We are living in unprecedented times and more than ever, we need the support of our community. The teachers and administration h ... [More]

Free resources

Wed, Mar 25 2:20pm

https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html   This is another free resource site that you may be able to use with your kiddo. Thanks to Tom for sending it.  

Free tutoring opportunity

Wed, Mar 25 7:35am

Good morning,  So many free resources coming our way these days.  Here is one I received today, check it out to see if it is something your family could use while we are "remote learning".    Tell the ... [More]

Regional Enrichment Centers

Mon, Mar 23 3:24pm

In order to successfully fight COVID-19, our first responders, health care providers, transit workers, and other key personnel must be able to come to work. That is why we have created Regional Enrich ... [More]

Early Childhood Science Kindergarten, 1st Grade and 2nd Grade: Ms. Kathy and Ms. Beth

Mon, Mar 23 11:17am

Dear Children's School Families:   Hope all is well.   Please see below Early Childhood Google Classrooms Kindergarten to 2nd Grade from Ms. Beth and Ms. Kathy.     Kindergarten  Google Classroom will ... [More]

Art Google Classroom invite

Mon, Mar 23 11:01am

Hi all,    If you are interested in joining Ms. Marina's art classes via the Google Classroom, below are the codes per grade   Pre -k-   3ngjgxb Kindergarten-  exdu4qm First - 4kbfibr Second - xds7ir5 ... [More]

A letter from our the NYC Schools Chancellor

Mon, Mar 23 7:41am

Please read the attached letter from our NYC Chancellor.     Have an amazing first day of remote learning and remember to reach out to me if you are having any difficulties. 

Letter from Ms. Rosa

Sun, Mar 22 7:43pm

Please see attached letter.    As we enter this new way of learning, I want sent a message of love to you all.  We miss you all so much and can't wait to be back together.    We are here for you.  Ple ... [More]

Message from Mr. Doug - Video Directions for Parents: Login, Classroom, Meet

Sat, Mar 21 10:56am

Dear Children's School Families:   Mr. Doug has sent a video link on how to login into your child's gmail account that is separate from your personal Gmail account (@ps372.net), how to  use Google Cla ... [More]

Remote Learning Devices Survey - 2nd Notice

Sat, Mar 21 10:46am

Dear Children's School Families:   Hope this email finds you all well.     To help students stay connected during emergencies, the DOE is lending internet-enabled iPads to support remote learning for ... [More]

Message from Mr. Doug Dugan Tech Teacher - How to Log into your Student's Account

Fri, Mar 20 5:19pm

Dear Children's School Families     All the students in PS372 now have a username and a password.   Something that looks like billys@ps372.net  with a password like bird0947.   This is their "gmail" a ... [More]

Remote Learning Devices Survey

Fri, Mar 20 4:49pm

   Dear Children's School Families:   Hope this email finds you all well.     To help students stay connected during emergencies, the DOE is lending internet-enabled iPads to support remote learning f ... [More]

Parent Coordinator Checking In

Fri, Mar 20 11:21am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Hope this finds everyone well. Taking this opportunity to check in with everyone and making sure that our families are taken cared of.   I know this is ... [More]

Online Auction Is Now Live

Fri, Mar 20 10:46am

At the auction committee's first meeting in October no one could have predicted the situation we're currently living through.  The party has been postponed (we'll share details as soon as we have any) ... [More]

Ms. Marina Art Class - Art History pART 2

Thu, Mar 19 2:44pm

Dear Children's School Families:   Ms. Marina has created another Art History. Please see code below.     Art History pART 2   code 66ssrvm   Thank you, Yvette Agas-Bautz, Parent Coordinator

Art Class - Ms. Marina - CORRECTION 3RD GRADE CODE

Thu, Mar 19 10:28am

Dear Families,   I have created Google classrooms for every grade. Each grade has a lesson plan for the week. I will add lessons Weekly. I have also created an  Art history classroom for all who are i ... [More]

Dance Google Classroom Codes

Thu, Mar 19 9:59am

Hello Students & Families,    I hope you are all doing well during this time. I hope the lessons I have provided can bring joy into your homes. These lessons are all designed for the children, but dan ... [More]

Music Class - Mr. Michael

Thu, Mar 19 9:46am

Greetings musicians:   I have set up an assignment for week one in google classrooms. Please leave any comments or questions that you may have. I will be checking every day. Please check every week fo ... [More]

Math Fun with Ms. Beth

Wed, Mar 18 2:01pm

Hi Everyone! Just a way to get in a little extra fun math when you are looking for it!   Pop in when you can :) Happy Mathing! Ms. Beth The code to join the google math classroom is: 5mapn75

Message from Mr. C - Physical Education

Wed, Mar 18 1:27pm

Dear Students and Families,   I hope you are all well.   I have posted my Physical Education assignments in Google Classroom. Students are able to join their classroom using the codes below. Students ... [More]

3rd, 4th and 5th Grade Science - Ms. Sarah and Ms. Fiona

Wed, Mar 18 1:18pm

Hello Students and Families,    I hope this email finds you well during this uncertain time. During the period of time when schools are closed, we will be using digital resources to continue science i ... [More]

NYC Schools Account

Tue, Mar 17 1:29pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   We are asking that every parent please open up a NYC Schools Account.   What is a NYC Schools Account?  NYC Schools Account lets you track your child's ... [More]

Dance Google Drive Lower Grades

Tue, Mar 17 12:02pm

Hello Parents,  Many of the PK, K, 1st, & 2nd grade parents have reached out to me because the code to log in to google drive is not working.  We are troubleshooting to figure out the cause of this pr ... [More]

Dance on Google Classroom

Tue, Mar 17 10:20am

Hello Students & Families,    I hope you are all doing well during this time. I have decided to post Dance assignments/Videos on Google Classroom during this time. All students will be able to join th ... [More]

Grab and Go Meals/Comidas para Llevar

Sun, Mar 15 8:18pm

Please be aware that grab & go meals for both breakfast and lunch will be made available by our Schoolfood staff at our regularly scheduled breakfast and lunch times tomorrow at each school's main ent ... [More]

Escuelas de Nueva York cerraron

Sun, Mar 15 7:31pm

Espero que este mensaje los encuentre a todos bien. Acabamos de escuchar al alcalde de la ciudad de Nueva York y al canciller de las escuelas de la ciudad de Nueva York, y se decidió que nuestras escu ... [More]

NYC Schools Closed...

Sun, Mar 15 7:29pm

Good evening   I hope this message finds you all well. We have just heard from the Mayor of New York City and the Chancellor of New York City schools and it has been decided that our schools will clos ... [More]

NYC schools closed

Sun, Mar 15 6:14pm

Good evening I hope this message finds you all well. We have just heard from the mayor of New York City and the chancellor of New York City schools and it has been decided that our schools will close ... [More]

Ms. Gabrielle Giordano - Dance Teacher

Fri, Mar 13 9:11am

Good Morning Children's School Families:   If you would like to meet with Ms. Gabrielle our dance teacher to speak to about your child please email her for an appointment either face to face to over t ... [More]

Important Update Re: Auction & Party

Thu, Mar 12 7:27pm

The Out of This World Party at Littlefield on Friday, March 27, has been postponed to late May. We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work with the venue and other logistics to secure ... [More]

The Children's School Parent Gatherings

Thu, Mar 12 11:56am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Due to the concern over the Coronavirus, The Children School is postponing all Parents as Partners and Responsive Classroom meetings.   We thank you fo ... [More]

Speech , Physical and Occupational Therapist, Guidance Counselors and Specialist ASD Site

Thu, Mar 12 11:21am

Dear Children's School Families:   If you wish to speak with your child's Related Service provider please email them to set up an appointment over the phone.   You can email your concerns and/or quest ... [More]

Ms. Marina Pavlutskaya - Art Teacher

Thu, Mar 12 9:56am

Good morning Children's School Families:   Ms. Marina our art teacher will be available to speak with families today Thursday, March 12 from 1pm to 3pm via telephone.   You can call her at  646-409-13 ... [More]

Physical and Occupational Therapist and Guidance Counselors

Thu, Mar 12 9:47am

Dear Children's School Families:   If you wish to speak with your child's Related Service provider, please email them to set up an appointment over the phone.   You can email your concerns and/or ques ... [More]

Ms. Sarah and Ms. Fiona Upper Grade Science Teachers

Thu, Mar 12 9:32am

Dear 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Families,   You will soon receive a manila envelope with your child's science notebook and scored assessments for the second term.  Please look over the work and send us a ... [More]

Mr. Fred Cosentino - Physical Eduction Teacher

Thu, Mar 12 9:31am

Good Morning Children's School Families:   If you would like to meet with Mr. C our gym teacher to speak to about your child please email him for an appointment either face to face to over the phone.  ... [More]

Ms. Kathy Mullen - Early Childhood Science Kindergarten to 2nd Grade

Thu, Mar 12 8:54am

Good morning Children's School Families:   Ms. Kathy will be available to speak with families today Thursday, March 12 from 1pm to 3pm via telephone.   You can call her at 917-650-1647   If you get he ... [More]

Mr. Michael O'Neill - Music Conference

Thu, Mar 12 8:45am

Good morning Children's School Families:   If you would like to meet with Mr. Michael our music teacher he is available to meet with parents during 1st period every day which is 8:20am to 9:20am.   Pl ... [More]

NYC Schools Survey Link

Wed, Mar 11 3:45pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   It looks like the link I sent does not work if you click it from your phone.   So if you read the Konstella blast I sent regarding the NYC Schools Surv ... [More]

Parent Teacher conferences

Wed, Mar 11 3:06pm

    Please keep your phones handy tomorrow.  Teachers will be calling you during your afternoon conference time.     If you had an evening appointment, we will be sending you a message regarding your ... [More]

NYC SCHOOLS SURVEYS 2020

Wed, Mar 11 1:34pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   NYC SCHOOLS SURVEYS ARE GOING HOME   Please check your child's folder for the GREEN ENVELOPE.   We want 100% participation from the school. Please fill ... [More]

Parent Teacher Conferences Cancelled for Thursday March 12, 2020

Wed, Mar 11 8:21am

Parent Teacher Conferences are cancelled.     The Half day will continue as planned.  Please pick your child up as scheduled at 12:00 pm    Teachers will meet tomorrow to create a plan for meeting wit ... [More]

PTA Meeting TOMORROW, Wednesday, March 11th (ICT)!! Come learn how our school can win a 600K Playground renovation!!

Tue, Mar 10 8:18pm

PTA Meeting THIS Wednesday, March 11th at 8:30 am in the ICT cafeteria! Come Learn About: -How we can vote for our school to win a 600K Playground renovation (PB Ballot) - "Out of This World" Auction ... [More]

PreK Students - Non Attendance Day Wednesday, March 11

Tue, Mar 10 10:28am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Wednesday, March 11 is a Non-Attendance Day for PreK students only.   Kindergarten to 5th Grade students will have school tomorrow.   If you have any q ... [More]

CEC15 March 10 Meeting - POSTPONED

Tue, Mar 10 9:13am

Dear D15 Friends and Families,   In light of Governor Cuomo's Declaration of a State of Emergency in New York on Saturday, and Mayor DeBlasio's recent recommendation that people avoid crowds, we have ... [More]

SAVE THE DATE: Executive Functioning Parent Workshop - Tuesday, March 31st at 6pm (ICT Cafeteria)

Tue, Mar 10 9:10am

Please Save the Date PTA of PS 372 PARENT WORKSHOP presented by: Anna Levy-Warren, Ph.D. - Organizational Tutors  "Raising An Organized Child: Strengthening Executive Functioning & Self Regulation" Tu ... [More]

Coronavirus Update Letter from School's Chancellor Richard A. Carranza

Tue, Mar 10 8:53am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Please find the following attached letters regarding Coronavirus:   Update from Chancellor Carranza Fact Sheet - Novel Coronavirus - What You Need to K ... [More]

AFTERSCHOOL & ENRICHMENT FOR THE 3RD TRIMESTER OPEN NOW!

Mon, Mar 9 7:59pm

  ATTENTION ALL AFTERSCHOOL & ENRICHMENT FAMILIES!  The 3rd trimester for all Stay & Play participants begins March 23rd and will run until 6/25 (the day before the last day of school). All families w ... [More]

Auction & Party: Online Bidding and Tickets($45)

Mon, Mar 9 10:02am

Tickets for the Auction & Party on Friday, March 27th are now $45 each. Buy $45 Tickets Here  Online bidding begins Friday, March 20th. Register Here for Bidding for Good  

Parent Teacher Conference - Thursday, March 12

Sun, Mar 8 3:35pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Thursday, March 12 we will be holding Parent Teacher Conferences.   It is a half day noon dismissal for the ICT and 6:1:1 sites.   There will be school ... [More]

Thank You - Children Board Books

Sun, Mar 8 3:35pm

Dear Children’s School Families and Community:   Thank you for your  donations of the board books for our families at the  6:1:1 site.   I have enough books so no need for anymore.   Thank you again f ... [More]

Read-a-thon Final Tally Day - Partial Results are in!

Thu, Mar 5 4:46pm

Dear P.S. 372 Readers, Congratulations on a successful Final Tally Day! Thank you to everyone who turned in their Reading Logs, Sponsor Sheets & Donation Money! There's still time to collect money fro ... [More]

Corona Virus Update

Thu, Mar 5 1:48pm

  We are waking daily to talk about the Corona Virus.  The NYC Chancellor has updated his updates regularly.  It is often a lot to take in and sometimes fear can be the loudest voice in our heads.     ... [More]

Last Call for $35 Early Bird Tickets for Auction & Party

Thu, Mar 5 11:02am

  Today is the Last Day to purchase Early Bird Tickets($35) to the Auction & Party. Buy Tickets Here Tickets go up to $45 each beginning tomorrow, March 7th.    

TOMORROW IS OUR READ-A-THON'S FINAL TALLY DAY!

Wed, Mar 4 4:19pm

Dear PS 372 families, Tomorrow is the Final Tally Day for our PS 372's 4th Annual Read-a-thon. If you have not done so already, please return your child/s Reading Log/s and Sponsor Sheet/s via backpac ... [More]

CoronaVirus Update from Chancellor Carranza

Wed, Mar 4 2:21pm

Please see updated letter from the Chancellor's Office .

Join Nydia Velazquez this Thursday for Know Your Rights Forum

Wed, Mar 4 2:14pm

Thursday, Jueves, 星期四, الخميس,   March 5, 6:00 pm Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez is holding a Know Your Rights Workshop in Sunset Park – at Trinity Lutheran Church 411 4th Avenue, Brooklyn.    The Depa ... [More]

PreK-8 Alternative Lunch Menu for March

Wed, Mar 4 2:08pm

Dear Children’s School Families and Community:   Please find attached March’s lunch menu.   Go over the menu with your child to plan out their lunch for week. I suggest that you pack something extra i ... [More]

2020 United States Census Workshop Monday, March 9, 2020

Wed, Mar 4 1:14pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   District 75 CEC will be holding a workshop on the 2020 United State Census on Monday, March 9 10am - 1pm at 400 1st Avenue, NYC.   The presenter is Ken ... [More]

CEC15 is looking for an ELL Representative (Versión en Español incluída)

Wed, Mar 4 7:57am

Come to our March 10 Meeting and find out more! Tues, March 10 - 6:30 pm at M.S. 51 - 350 5th Avenue Versión en Español a continuación de la versión en Inglés   Family and Friends of District 15,   Ou ... [More]

District 75 Annual Father's Conference - Saturday, April 25, 2020

Tue, Mar 3 3:44pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Please find a save the date flyer for the District 75 Annual Father's Conference.   It will take place on Saturday, April 25 at Beacon High School, 521 ... [More]

One School, One Book March Selections

Tue, Mar 3 12:27pm

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]

5th Annual School-wide Caping Trip

Tue, Mar 3 8:58am

Dear Children's School Families,   The 5th annual schoolwide camping trip is planned for the weekend of June 5th - 7th, 2020. We have chosen Taconic State Park Copake Falls in southeastern Columbia Co ... [More]

Need Children's Board Books

Tue, Mar 3 8:52am

Dear Children’s School Families and Community:   Hope all is well.   I have a little project that I am starting at our 6:1:1 site in Fort Greene for our parents.   They are asking for small board book ... [More]

IMPORTANT NEW COMMITTEE FORMING TO HELP OUR ICT PLAYGROUND GET A $600K GRANT!

Mon, Mar 2 12:40pm

New committee forming now! Our school's ICT playground renovation project was just picked to be on the district-wide participatory budgeting (PB) ballot. We have the opportunity to win a $600,000 gran ... [More]

The Readathon is over. Now it's time to hand in Logs & Sponsor Sheets!

Sun, Mar 1 9:35pm

The Read-a-thon is Over. Now it's time to collect your donations from Sponsors & hand in your logs! If you need a Read-a-thon Instruction Sheet, a Read-a-thon Reading Log or a Read-a-thon Pledge Sheet ... [More]

IT'S THE LAST DAY OF OUR READ-A-THON!

Sat, Feb 29 12:44am

It’s the last day of our Read-a-thon! Don’t forget to ready, set, read & record some minutes! If you need a Read-a-thon Instruction Sheet, a Read-a-thon Reading Log or a Read-a-thon Pledge Sheet, they ... [More]

Celebrating Dr. Seuss Day Monday, March 2, 2020

Fri, Feb 28 3:09pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Monday, March 2 we will be Celebrating Dr. Seuss Day.   You can come dress as The Cat in The Hat or wear Thing 1/thing 2 t-shirts.   Bring your favorit ... [More]

March 2020 Calendar

Fri, Feb 28 10:42am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Please find the March calendar attached.   Thank you and have a wonderful weekend.   Yvette Agas-Bautz, Parent Coordinator

1 Week Left: Early Bird Tickets to the Auction & Party

Thu, Feb 27 9:15pm

  1 week left to buy Early Bird Tickets ($35 each) to the Auction & Party on March 27. Early Bird prices end Friday, March 6th , when tickets go up to $45 each. Click Here to Buy Tickets PS 372 Staff ... [More]

Citywide Council on English Language Learners (CCELL)

Thu, Feb 27 5:31pm

New Badge Alert for Read-a-thon!

Thu, Feb 27 4:33pm

There are only 3 more days left to read & log for our Read-a-thon, but keep going! Students who pass the 1000 minute mark will now also receive this new gold badge! Please reach out to sponsors! Here' ... [More]

Free Workshop from INCLUDEnyc

Thu, Feb 27 3:22pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   INCLUDEnyc will be holding a free workshop on the following:   Understanding the Range of Special Education Programs and Services   This workshop will ... [More]

The Children's School Arts & Science Day

Thu, Feb 27 8:13am

Readathon Final Tally Day- Volunteers Needed

Wed, Feb 26 8:32pm

Please join us for the Readathon's Final Tally Day. We will be tallying minutes and distributing badges and certificates. If you cannot come for the entire time, we would still love to have you. Just ... [More]

Department of Education Letter on Coronavirus

Wed, Feb 26 2:38pm

Good Afternoon,    We have received the following information from the Department of Education about the Coronavirus:   This week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention discussed possible opt ... [More]

The Children's School Arts & Science Day

Wed, Feb 26 12:57pm

Math Madness Weekly Challenge - Starting Next Week

Wed, Feb 26 9:16am

Math Madness Weekly Challenge   In order to support the building of student math practices and encourage engagement with word problems, we are launching the Math Madness Weekly Challenge. A problem of ... [More]

Read-a-thon Sponsorships!

Wed, Feb 26 7:42am

The Readathon is one of the PTA’s four main fundraising initiatives (along with the Spring Auction/Party, the Annual Appeal and Pizza Friday). If the PTA is able to reach our fundraising goals in each ... [More]

REMINDER: FIELD DAY T SHIRT DESIGN 2020 DUE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Tue, Feb 25 7:55pm

  FIELD DAY T SHIRT DESIGN 2020   CALLING ALL ARTISTS TO DESIGN THE 2020 FIELD DAY T-SHIRTS   All students from PreK to 5th grade (ICT) and 6:1:1 (K to 8th)  please submit a drawing for the field day  ... [More]

Auction Donations & Early Bird Tix Deadline 3/6/20

Mon, Feb 24 9:38am

  Friday, March 6th=Deadline for Donations & Early Bird Tickets  If you're donating something and/or your business is donating, please submit via the online link below by 3/6/20 Submit Donations   AND ... [More]

Don't Forget to Ready, Set, READ over February Break!

Tue, Feb 18 12:51pm

February Break is a great opportunity to Read & Log for our Read-a-thon! School may be out, but reading is always in! If you take a picture of your PS 372 student/s reading over break and want us to s ... [More]

Winners from the Valentine's Day Dance "Time with Teachers" Raffle!

Fri, Feb 14 7:06pm

Hello PS 372 Families, This year's Valentine's Day Dance was a groovy success! We would like to thank all who showed up in their dancing shoes to help celebrate and support our school. A special thank ... [More]

Read-a-thon Mid-Month Tally Day Round-up!

Fri, Feb 14 3:09pm

Congratulations Readers! We had a great mid-month tally today for our Readathon. Thank you to all who have been reading and logging, and for remembering to send in your logs today! Here is a list of t ... [More]

COMMUNITY EDUCATION COUNCIL DISTRICT 15

Fri, Feb 14 2:18pm

Dear D15 Friends and Families,   Please see the below message from the Department of Education regarding the upcoming Participatory Action Research Project.    Happy Valentine's Day and have a wonderf ... [More]

Letter from Superintendent Anita Skop regarding an update on the District 15 rezoning in SubDistrict 3

Thu, Feb 13 12:25pm

Dear D15 Friends and Families,     Please see the attached letter from Superintendent Skop regarding an update on the District 15 rezoning in SubDistrict 3.   Keep up to date by attending CEC15 meetin ... [More]

A FREE SUMMER ARTS INTENSIVE FOR MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Thu, Feb 13 11:29am

Hello All,   Although this opportunity is not for our students, I am aware many students have older siblings that are alumni of The Children's School.  I hope some are able to take advantage of this g ... [More]

REMEMBER THE READATHON MID-MONTH TALLY DAY IS TOMORROW! Send in Your Logs!

Thu, Feb 13 11:13am

Dear PS 372 Families, Tomorrow is the mid-month Tally Day for the PS 372 Readathon! Please remember to subtotal your student/s minutes on their Reading Logs before school tomorrow and please don't for ... [More]

Free Performance "The Beauty of Ballet"

Thu, Feb 13 11:06am

Dear Children's School Families,         I am excited to let you know about a special, free event that the School of American Ballet (SAB) will be presenting for families and children at Kumble Theate ... [More]

Found Credit Crad

Thu, Feb 13 8:55am

Dear Children’s School Families: A credit card was found near the Kindergarten doors on Denton and 1st Street. If you have lost your card please let me know it is in my office. Thank you Yvette Agas-B ... [More]

School of American Ballet - Free Brooklyn Performance - March 1 at 2pm

Wed, Feb 12 2:41pm

Hello Parents:   I am excited to let you know about a special, free event that the School of American Ballet (SAB) will be presenting for families and children at Kumble Theater at LIU Brooklyn on Sun ... [More]

2020 Census: Be Counted

Wed, Feb 12 12:36pm

Dear Colleagues,   On Thursday, March 12, the 2020 Census will begin. Since 1790, once every ten years, this constitutionally mandated survey attempts to take a count of every single person in the Uni ... [More]

2020 Auction&Party Early Bird Tickets On Sale Now...

Wed, Feb 12 8:45am

The Valentine's Day Dance was a really fun night out for our kids. Now it's OUR turn next month... -Book your babysitters -Buy your tickets for our 2020 Auction&Party  -Support our school AND have a b ... [More]

Valentine's Day Dance THANK YOU!!

Mon, Feb 10 10:08pm

What a GROOVY turnout at The Valentine's Day Dance!! Thank you to all the families who came out to celebrate at the Valentine's Day Dance this past Saturday! We had an AMAZING turnout and so much fun ... [More]

Reminder: Afterschool Pick Up from 5:30-6:00 Today is at the Carroll Street Entrance

Mon, Feb 10 1:26pm

Dear Stay & Play! After School Families, Please remember that Stay & Play Afterschool pick up from 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm today will take place at the Carroll Street School Entrance. We are doing this to a ... [More]

ATTENTION: There are NO Enrichment Classes THIS FRIDAY. We will have the Regular Afterschool program.

Mon, Feb 10 1:22pm

Dear Stay & Play families, Please note that due to the winter break, we will NOT BE HAVING ENRICHMENT CLASSES THIS FRIDAY.  Our Regular Afterschool Program will be held as scheduled. Thank You! ---Tea ... [More]

Families in Bushwick

Mon, Feb 10 11:28am

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Looking for families who live in Bushwick.   Children's School Family looking to car-pool to school from Bushwick.   Please let me know.   Thank you, Y ... [More]

CALLING ALL ARTIST!! FIELD DAY T-SHIRT DESIGN 2020 - CORRECTION

Mon, Feb 10 10:29am

FIELD DAY T SHIRT DESIGN 2020   CALLING ALL ARTISTS TO DESIGN THE 2020 FIELD DAY T-SHIRTS   All students from PreK to 5th grade (ICT) and 6:1:1 (K to 8th) students please submit a drawing for the fiel ... [More]

1st Annual Career Day

Fri, Feb 7 3:12pm

1st Annual Career Day ______________________________ PS372 The Children’s School 512 Carroll Street ______________________________ Friday, February 28th 8:20 - 9:20 ______________________________ ~Cal ... [More]

Important Information About Afterschool Pick-Up Next Wednesday 2/12

Thu, Feb 6 5:29pm

Dear Stay & Play! After School Families, Please note that Stay & Play Afterschool pick up from 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm on (next) Wednesday, February 12th will take place at the Carroll Street School Entranc ... [More]

The PS 372 One School One Book January & February Titles

Thu, Feb 6 3:38pm

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 C ... [More]

Respect For All Week - February 10 through February 14, 2020

Thu, Feb 6 2:45pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   All New York City public schools will take part in Respect For All Week February 10 to February 14, 2020.   Bullying, cyberbullying, intimidation or  h ... [More]

Want to Learn More about Our School's Approach to Literacy?

Thu, Feb 6 2:13pm

Then come to the next PTA Meeting! Thursday, February 13th at 8:30am  ICT Cafeteria Frank Ammirata, AP will be discussing the schools approach to literacy: ~What programs we have in place~ ~The people ... [More]

Readathon Tally Day Volunteers Needed On 2/14

Thu, Feb 6 11:04am

WE NEED TALLY DAY VOLUNTEERS for Friday, 2/14, from 8:45am-12:00pm in the cafeteria.   Note: If you can't stay for the entire time, please still sign up and indicate your availability. If you are goin ... [More]

Pizza Friday Session 2 Starts 2/14. Order forms DUE!!

Wed, Feb 5 5:22pm

Just a reminder that  Pizza Friday Session 1 ends THIS Friday, February 7th!    Sign up for Pizza Friday's 2nd session now online here or send in a check with the order form.  Payment is due this Frid ... [More]

INCLUDEnyc LIVE - New York City Recreation Programs for ALL

Wed, Feb 5 1:43pm

    INCLUDEnyc LIVE New York City Recreation Programs for All! Join Christopher Noel from NYC Parks to learn about year-round and summer recreation opportunities for all children and youth. We'll disc ... [More]

February 2020 Calendar

Tue, Feb 4 3:41pm

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

Conversation with the District 75 Superintendent

Tue, Feb 4 2:50pm

  Dear Children's School Families and Community:   The District 75 Superintendent Ketler  Louissaint, will be hosting an event called “Conversations with the Superintendent”.   He is inviting District ... [More]

THE 2020 PS 372 READ-A-THON STARTS TODAY!!!

Sat, Feb 1 10:47am

READ-A-THON STARTS TODAY!   Dear P.S. 372 Families, By now you should have received your Read-a-thon packets via backpack. If you have not yet received, or if you misplaced your packet, you can refer ... [More]

Look Out for Readathon Packets Coming Home This Week!

Wed, Jan 29 2:06pm

Dear Children School Families, Please keep your eye out for your Readathon Packets which should arrive home via backpacks this week. Please hold on to them for the month of February so that your child ... [More]

Students Can Apply Now for Exciting Spring Break STEM Enrichment Programs!

Wed, Jan 29 10:54am

      This spring break, STEM is taking over the city! Kindergarten through grade 12 students can apply now to attend exciting enrichment and experiential learning programs with STEM Matters NYC. A wi ... [More]

CELL Monthly meeting on Feb 4, 2020: Presentation on 2020 Census and Cafeteria Redesign

Wed, Jan 29 10:17am

        Tuesday, February 4, 2020, 6:15pm Tweed Courthouse 52 Chambers Street, 2nd Floor Conf. Rm. New York, NY, 10007     Calendar and Business Meeting ____________________________________________­­­ ... [More]

Opportunity for Students- Disability Pride Parade Art Contest

Tue, Jan 28 3:29pm

The New York City Department of Education is proud to announce the third annual Disability Pride Parade Visual Art Contest.   The contest is open to all Pre K - 12 students. Recognizing that art is an ... [More]

Flu Information

Tue, Jan 28 3:24pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   Please see the attached  (English, Spanish and Chinese) information about Influenza (Flu) and how to protect yourself and the family from the flu.   If ... [More]

Valentine's Day Dance - Saturday, February 8th 5-8pm (ICT Gym)

Mon, Jan 27 4:51pm

Valentine's Day Dance  PS 372 Presents "Valepalooza" Saturday, February 8th 5-8 pm (ICT Gym) There will be: DJ Spinning Tunes Face Painting Balloon Artist Photo Booth 600 Balloon Drop Teachers' Raffle ... [More]

Stay Home When Sick!

Mon, Jan 27 1:31pm

This has been a tough Flu season for us.  This is a friendly reminder to keep the kiddos home if they are sick.  Rest can help you and your child get better sooner, and it helps prevent the spread of ... [More]

Adapt Community Network Family Connect - February 2020 -Free Workshops

Mon, Jan 27 10:29am

Dear Colleagues and Families,      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 ... [More]

CEC15 Meeting - Tues, Jan 28 6:30 PM at P.S. 24

Mon, Jan 27 8:35am

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       CEC15 Calendar Meeting with the D15 Presidents' Council Tuesda ... [More]

Arts and Science Day Volunteers

Wed, Jan 22 6:22pm

Dear Children's School Families and Community:   PS372  Arts and Science Day is on Saturday, March 7 and the event runs from 12-4 pm and is run entirely by parent and teacher volunteers.    We have so ... [More]

THURSDAY JAN 23 - IntegrateNYC D15 Middle School Youth Council

Wed, Jan 22 3:05pm

Hello!   This is a reminder that this month's IntegrateNYC D15 Middle School Youth Council is THIS THURSDAY January 23, 4:30-6:00pm at I.S. 136 Dewey (map). If you haven't already, please RSVP HERE so ... [More]

Welcome back Ms. Carla!

Tue, Jan 21 1:36pm

We have recently welcomed back Ms. Carla Greene a former/retired teacher who will be with our school two days per week.  Ms. Carla will provide reading support around both the 6:1:1 site and our ICT s ... [More]

MLK Day!

Tue, Jan 21 1:33pm

I hope you all had an enjoyable three day weekend and that you had an opportunity to remember the important work of Martin Luther King, Jr.    

Info About Our Upcoming PS 372 Readathon!

Tue, Jan 21 11:29am

Thank from the Book Swap&Movie Night Committees

Tue, Jan 21 9:15am

We'd like to thank all the families who participated in the Book Swap&Movie Night.   A big THANK YOU to PS372 parent owned Brooklyn Pizza Market for the delicious pizzas and garlic knots for Movie Nig ... [More]

CEC District 15 - Save the Date Events

Tue, Jan 21 8:08am

Below is a short list of some of the current events happening throughout D15 and New York's world of education. On first glance you might think this information might not benefit or concern you. Think ... [More]

Auction & Party 2020: Friday, March 27th

Mon, Jan 20 8:34pm

   SAVE THE DATE!    The Children’s School Auction & Party is scheduled for Friday evening, March 27 at Littlefield Performance Space (just down the road from the school). There will be yummy food, de ... [More]

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]