From the DOE: FAQ about State Exams, AI Guidance, and more
Wed, Apr 1 4:13pm
Wishing you a wonderful Spring Break. See you back in school on Monday April 13. Meanwhile, we've attached a letter from the DOE regarding the annual New York State English Language Arts (ELA), mathem ... [More]
COUNTDOWN TO 2ND ORDER DEADLINE: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Wed, Apr 1 1:05pm
Support BNS school by ordering before Wednesday, April 8, 2026! Fundraising depends on participation, and every order helps move the needle. Once we reach 50% participation, the school receives 15% ba ... [More]
AFTER SCHOOL closes at 4:30 today
Wed, Apr 1 12:39pm
AFTER SCHOOL closes at 4:30 today. Please make sure to pick up your children on time. Wishing every a wonderful Spring Break. Warmly, Afterschool Staff
Auction donations on your list? Now’s the moment ✔️
Tue, Mar 31 7:46am
The countdown is on—our 🌷 Spring Fling Auction opens soon! 🌷There’s still time to be part of it. There’s still time to donate an item or experience—every contribution helps support our students. ✨ I ... [More]
NO Band on Wed. 4/1
Mon, Mar 30 10:36am
Just incase you missed this message ... ________________________________________________________ Dear All, If you / families are wondering, we will NOT hold band on Wed. 4/1 because so many people ar ... [More]
NO BNS Band Wed. April 1
Sat, Mar 28 10:21am
Dear BNS, We will NOT have BNS Band classes, in grade 3 in-school band OR in afterschool, on Wed. April 1 due to the holiday. Please DO NOT send your child to school with their instrument. If you nor ... [More]
Afterschool on April 1st
Thu, Mar 26 6:49pm
Hello Families, We are confirming that Afterschool will be held on April 1, 2026. As this is the last day before Spring Break vacation, we kindly ask that all students be picked up by 4:30 PM on this ... [More]
March PTA Newsletter
Wed, Mar 25 8:55pm
THIS FRIDAY: BNS Night Out at Chuck E. Cheese! Join us from 4-9 pm for a fun night out that raises money for our school! BNS gets 20% of all proceeds. Don’t forget to wear your BNS gear! Chuck E. Chee ... [More]
🐭🧀Squeak Squeak. The Mouse is coming to school Friday!
Mon, Mar 23 10:06am
Squeak squeak ... heard some squeaking on the street today that Chuck E. Cheese might make an appearance on Friday at pickup? Chuck E. Cheese Night is Friday! Wear your BNS gear and bring your friends ... [More]
THIS WEEK @ BNS | March 23-29, 2026
Sun, Mar 22 2:11pm
LETTER FROM LEADERSHIP Dear BNS, I start today’s letter to share memories, gratitude, and condolences as our community mourns the loss of Lorraine Watson, who worked with love and dedication for 19 ye ... [More]
🌼 Get Your Tickets Today! Spring Fling + Silent Auction April 30th! 🌸🌺
Fri, Mar 20 11:37am
Join us Thursday April 30th from 7-10:30pm at Gemini and Scorpio Loft for our annual grownups only night of fun and fundraising. Get your tickets today!
FILL OUT YOUR 2026 NYC SCHOOL SURVEY TODAY
Wed, Mar 18 10:54am
Our goal is to reach 100%! Currently Teachers are at 18%, Support Staff is at 14%, and Parents/Guardians are at 17%. We can do it. I believe in us. Please provide honest feedback and remember that you ... [More]
THIS WEEK @ BNS | March 16-22, 2026
Sun, Mar 15 11:40am
MARK YOUR CALENDAR SCHOOLS CLOSED FOR EID AL-FITR Friday, March 20 2026 INTERRUPTING BIGOTRY PERFORMANCE SHARE Monday, March 16 8:10am - 8:55am Auditorium Interrupting Bigotry is a long-time BAX off ... [More]
🌟MakerFest 2026 🎨🖌️⚙️ TODAY! 🙌🏼 1-4PM
Sat, Mar 14 7:43am
Join us TODAY at our annual MAKERFEST March 14 | 1:00 - 4:00pm All proceeds go to the PTA to fund our school's programs and supplies. Feel free to invite friends from outside of BNS! ALL ARE WELCOME! ... [More]
Volunteers needed for 4th Grade Performance Based Assessments
Fri, Mar 13 1:04pm
We Need Volunteer Panelists for 4th Grade Performance Based Assessments Tuesday, March 24 - Friday, March 27 morning & afternoon sessions available Volunteers can sign up to participate in a panel f ... [More]
New York International Children's Film Festival is headed into its final weekend- Last chance to raise money for our school at the movies!
Thu, Mar 12 4:47pm
Dear Families, New York International Children's Film Festival is headed into its final weekend, which means there's still two more days to raise money for our parent association while catching some e ... [More]
MAKERFEST This Saturday! Get your tickets and sign up to volunteer now!
Thu, Mar 12 10:42am
Join us at our annual MAKERFEST this Saturday! All proceeds go to the PTA to fund our school's programs and supplies. Feel free to invite friends from outside of BNS! ALL ARE WELCOME! Saturday, March ... [More]
Stomping Ground deadline to order pictures has been extended
Wed, Mar 11 3:59pm
The Order Deadline has been extended to Wednesday April 8. Please visit the Picture Day Page link https://iloveschoolpictures.com/BNS and place your order today. Remember: this is also a fundraiser an ... [More]
Friday, March 13 PTA meeting at 8:30am
Wed, Mar 11 3:57pm
As noted in last week's “This Week @ BNS”, the planned topics for the Friday, March 13 PTA meeting are as follows: 8:30 We will discuss the proposed calendar change, and vote on the proposal. Please r ... [More]
Help make the BNS Silent Auction a success!
Wed, Mar 11 10:00am
The BNS Silent Auction is our biggest fundraising event and we need auction items! Do you have a shop or restaurant that could donate goods or a gift certificate? Do you have a weekend house? or ... [More]
BNS Fundraising Insights
Wed, Mar 11 9:51am
Dear BNS families, I wanted to share some insight into our fundraising efforts at FoBNS (Friends of BNS = the Parents' Association supporting the school). There are ~540 families, and ~650 kids in the ... [More]
The Annual NYC School Survey — only 17 days left to get us to 100%.
Tue, Mar 10 3:59pm
Our school is currently at 15% completion rate. Paper surveys were sent home last month via backpack mail. Please provide honest feedback and remember that you may skip any question you do not wish t ... [More]
Summer Rising is open to all NYC students from K-8!
Tue, Mar 10 11:12am
Summer Rising 2026 is a partnership between New York City Public Schools and the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD). Summer Rising is free and available to all NYC students in grades ... [More]
THIS WEEK @ BNS | March 9-15, 2026
Sun, Mar 8 10:29am
NEXT PTA MEETING Friday, March 13 8:30am - 9:30am In person: Health Studio, room 124 On Zoom: CLICK HERE Topics: Assessments at BNS Discussing & voting on changes to the Late-May / June calendar 4T ... [More]
BNS is a Partner School - NY Children's Film Festival - CLOSING SPOTLIGHT: Sylvain Chomet's A Magnificent Life
Fri, Mar 6 5:00pm
ANNOUNCING OUR CLOSING SPOTLIGHT A MAGNIFICENT LIFE We couldn't be more excited to announce this year's Closing Spotlight, A Magnificent Life, from renowned, Oscar® nominated director Sylvain Chomet ... [More]
A favor from a student at Edward R. Murrow High School
Wed, Mar 4 1:22pm
My name is Miriam Bradley and I'm a junior in the AP Capstone Program at Edward R. Murrow High School. I'm researching the impact of systemic racism on drowning rates of elementary children in New Yor ... [More]