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SCREEN TIME WHILE ON VACATION
We know that technology can be a great tool for learning and entertainment, however, it’s important to ensure that our children use it safely and in a balanced way.
Check out these tips: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w-V3zRTYggunQ6rsUQOeptiR56Ijx9sX/view?usp=sharing
ALSO:
Don’t forget to fill out the Screen Time Survey to help guide us in our next Families as Learning Partners discussion on Friday, April 25th, 2025 at 8:20am.
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SAVE FOR COLLEGE PROGRAM
The NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program provides families, schools, and communities with a way to work together to save for their children’s futures.
Join Us to Activate Your Child’s NYC Scholarship Account!
Your Child Has a Free NYC Scholarship Account with Money for College and Career Training
Students automatically received an NYC Scholarship Account (unless you chose not to participate) with an initial $100 + opportunities to receive more rewards over time!
Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9 AM
Please register in advance for this workshop: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/8TTyNowsQ0uu3CEovuiccQ
This event is open to kindergarten, first, second, and third grade families.
Interpretation will be available in Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic.
For more information, visit https://nyckidsrise.org/.
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Please let us know if you are NOT returning to BNS in September 2025.
We need to plan for September 2025, so help us by letting us know YOUR plans.
If you are moving, fill out the Intent to move form and return it to Janine at janine@bns146.org.
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LATE MAY & JUNE CALENDAR
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SAVE THE DATE
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Autism Parent Panel
PS958 will host a panel featuring incredible parents who will discuss their journeys through the Autism diagnosis process, OPWDD, and the art of advocacy.
Where: 840 5th avenue Brooklyn, New York 11232
Link to RSVP: Autism Parent Panel - Google Forms
(See attached PDF in Chinese, English, and Spanish.)
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DISTRICT 15 STEM EXPLORATION DAY
Saturday, May 10th, 2025 | 9:30 AM -2:00 PM
New York Harbor School, Governors Island
(See attached fliers in Chinese, English, and Spanish.)
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Thursday, April 10, 2025 | 12:30pm- 2:00pm
What is an IEP for Families of Preschool Students
Where: Virtual
Registration: https://includenyc.org/events/what-is-an-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families-of-preschool-students-21/
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Marble Health Workshops
TUESDAY, APRIL 15
Finding Calm in Chaos: Helping Children Navigate Political Anxiety
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7CkhAZD_Q-6YkljU90KMtA#/registration
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23
Navigating Today's Student Health Challenges: Vaping, Alcohol, & Other Substances
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0VgpSHIsTFuAnt0scLG28w#/registration
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30
Helping Kids Succeed: Executive Function Strategies
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QuvwCmxbSh6wWR1YeQfDaA#/registration
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