Dear PS 107 Families,
We’re making great progress on the NYC School Survey — thank you! As of today, 55.2% of families have completed their surveys. That’s a big jump from last week, and we’re so grateful to everyone who has taken the time to share their feedback with us.
As a reminder, the deadline to complete the survey has been extended to this Friday, April 11th. We’re still aiming for a big goal: if 95% of families in a class complete the survey, that class will earn a pizza party! 🍕A few classes are already getting close — who will be next?
If you haven’t had a chance to fill out the survey yet, it’s quick and easy:
Visit www.NYCSchoolSurvey.org. You’ll need to enter the letter “f” (lowercase), followed by your child’s student identification number (OSIS). You can find this number on your child’s report card, in Operoo, or in their NYCSA account. Please complete a separate survey for each child enrolled at PS 107.
THANK YOU FOR AN AMAZING GALA!
Last Friday’s PS 107 Gala and Auction was a truly magical evening. It was a beautiful celebration of our strong, generous, and joyful school community. A heartfelt thank you to Audrey Stipanovich and Gemma Niblett for their outstanding work as lead organizers.
And to the many, many volunteers who helped make the evening possible — we see you, and we are so grateful. Whether you donated items, set up tables, picked up food, or danced the night away, thank you for being part of it all. Your support makes such a difference.
FUN & FASHION: FUNKY FRIDAY IS HERE!
This Friday, the day before Spring Break, will be Funky Friday at PS 107! Have your children don their wackiest wear, silliest stuff, and funniest fashion for a day of laughs and light-hearted fun. Please make sure their outfits are safe — no sharp edges or costume elements that could accidentally hurt another student — and that they’ll be comfortable wearing their funky looks all day long. We can’t wait to see what our wonderfully creative students come up with!
LOOKING AHEAD: SPRING RECESS
Next week is Spring Recess, from Monday, April 14th through Friday, April 18th. We want to wish a Chag Pesach Sameach to our families celebrating Passover, and a meaningful and blessed Holy Thursday and Good Friday and a Happy Easter to those observing these holidays.
Spring is a time of renewal, and these holidays reflect just that. We hope you enjoy a restful and joyful break, and we look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Monday, April 21st as we head into the final 10 weeks of the school year!
Warmly,
Ms. Joanna
SCHOOL INFORMATION
PS 107 PARENT WORKSHOP SERIES
The Talk with Rachel Lotus
Our next parent workshop is The Talk with Rachel Lotus on April 22, 2025 at 6:30 pm here in the school. In this talk for parents and educators, sexuality educator Rachel Lotus will discuss all of this and more. Attendees will leave equipped with actionable steps, practical help with language, and developmentally appropriate resources.
*Click here to RSVP
2025 NYC SCHOOL SURVEY! ITS NOT TOO LATE TO WIN THAT PIZZA PARTY!
The 2025 NYC School Survey administration window has been extended and will close this Friday, April 11.
This year, the PTA has agreed to once again sponsor a pizza party for the classes that achieve a 95% completion rate!
Key Reminders for the 2025 NYC School Survey
- When will the survey launch? The survey will close on Friday, April 11, 2025.
- How can you take the survey? Families can take the survey online OR by completing a paper survey that was sent home. Families should use a lower case "f" followed by their child's OSIS number as an access code when taking the survey online.
- Where do you take the survey online? Everyone can access the survey at nycschoolsurvey.org. You only need to click on the button that says, "Take the NYC School Survey." Then you can enter your access code.
We look forward to hearing from you!
LOST & FOUND - Updated 4-8-25
Be sure to check for your child's belonging on Family Friday!
Please be advised that clothing will go out for donation before our Spring Recess so
check this document for some updated pictures : Did You Lose Me?
*If you see an item you now have in your possession, please just ignore the picture in the document
DISTRICT 15 SCHOOL EVENTS
FAMILY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
PARA TODOS and EAS Inc. invites you to save the dates and register now for the Family Leadership Institute! In partnership with PARA TODOS LTC Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch (ret.) invites you to six days of engaging virtual workshops.
The workshops will help you and your family learn how to communicate better with your children, school, and community.
Come join us for action, motivation, and inspiration!
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Eastern Time
Dates:
- April 22
- April 29
- May 6
- May 13
- May 20
- May 27
Register today by scanning the QR code or online at https://bit.ly/Todos2025
PS 958 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. This is a fantastic opportunity for parents to gain insights and connect with others who have navigated similar experiences.
When: April 24, 2025
Time: 9:00-10:00 am
Where: 840 5th avenue Brooklyn, New York 11232
Link to RSVP: Autism Parent Panel - Google Forms
*Zoom link will be shared with RSVP only.
P.S. 295 Fitness Day – April 26, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
We will have activities for children and a prize for all those who complete the course. We are working on providing healthy snacks from the Office of Food and Nutrition Service (NYC DOE) and collateral from the Brooklyn Nets. Everyone is welcome to attend. Please register to ensure we have enough supplies for all.
D15 VIRTUAL TOWNHALL WITH SUPERINTENDENT ALVAREZ
Join us for an informative evening featuring district updates from the Superintendent and a presentation on Foundational Literacy Skills by members of the District Team.
Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Scan the QR Code or click link below to join:
https://tinyurl.com/D15Townhall3
*Interpretation will be provided in Spanish, Mandarin, and Arabic.
D15 STEM EXPLORATION DAY - An Opportunity for our 4th and 5th graders
A selective science engagement event for all grades 4th - 12th from District 15 public schools.
Students will get to participate in hands-on activities with passionate real-world scientists in this NYC STEM Institution Fair on Governors Island.
Date: Saturday, May 10th, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM -2:00 PM
Location: New York Harbor School Governors Island
Application Deadline: April 25th, 2025
Decision Released: May 2nd, 2025
*Please scan the QR code to register or click here.
Family Connectors are community volunteers trained on the wide range of resources our State, City, and NYC Public Schools have to offer - serving as valuable resources within their communities to support and guide others. Join us in making a difference - sign up today!
Family Connectors training sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting April 22nd through May 22nd.
Families can register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=tyxJGEXvYUWFcQxC5fesB3PLbQgGBx1GrwhnGdrnhw5UN0RNNzY0R1AxWjZYV1Y4U0k2MUU1UFdCQyQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl
CEC 15 CANDIDATE FORUM
- CEC 15 Candidate Forum Recording from Wednesday, March 12, 2025
- CEC 15 Candidate Forum Recording from Monday, March 17, 2025
SUPPORTING ALL LEARNERS: A WORKSHOP ON NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENTS
Join Dr. Kluger and the team at Interactive Discovery on Thursday, April 24th at 9am for a parent-focused workshop that explores the role of neuropsychological assessments in supporting a child's learning journey. In "Supporting All Learners," participants will learn what neuropsychological assessments are and how they can be of benefit, explore different learning profiles and how they impact education, and discover ways to interpret assessment results and collaborate with educators for effective support. This workshop offers insights and practical tips to empower you as a parent in navigating your child's educational path. It will be available both in-person in the cafeteria of PS 107 and live-streamed. Find out more on Konstella.
PARENT/CAREGIVER WORKSHOP SERIES: BUILDING A MORE INCLUSIVE AND COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITY
Please join the DEI Committee for the final session of a three-part workshop series, led by teacher educator Kass Minor, a local D15 parent and author of Teaching Fiercely: Spreading Joy and Justice in Our Schools. The PTA and PS 107 school leadership have invested to provide this workshop to our community because we want all students to feel that they belong.
All parents and caregivers are welcome, including those who missed the first workshops. We hope to see you there! *Please note that workshop will take place on Thursday, May 1st from 7-8:30pm (on Zoom). Please sign up here.
FUNDRAISERS
ANNUAL FUND
Please contribute to the Annual Fund, which directly supports essential school programs and resources. We are 10K away from reaching our fundraising goal for this year, please help get us over the finish line! Here’s how:
- Donate via Konstella here,
- Share this link with non-Konstella using friends and family, or
- Leave a check made out to PS 107 PTA with Ms. Nadia in the office.
- We also accept gifts of stock here - stock donations are tax-free!
YOUR GIFT MATTERS! Many thanks to our amazing school community for all of the ways you contribute.
SPECIAL EVENTS
COMMUNITY HELP IN PARK SLOPE (CHiPS) FOOD DRIVE
Every Wednesday at morning drop-off, rain or shine, the Community Outreach Committee will be collecting food donations for CHiPS, a soup kitchen and food pantry which helps support neighbors currently experiencing food insecurity.
Find volunteers by the school’s main entrance where they will be collecting:
o Sandwiches, (please label w/ contents)
o Bread Packages
o Lunch Meat Packages
o Eggs
o Tortillas
o Individually Portioned Prepared Meals, (please label w/ contents)
o Microwavable meals
o Jars of Peanut Butter and/or Jelly
o Cereal/Instant Oatmeal
o Shelf Stable Milk and Juice
o Fruit Cups
o Fresh Fruit
o Individually Wrapped Snacks
o Ziplock and Grocery Bags, and
o Plastic cutlery
SCHOOL WIDE LICE CHECK
The PTA organizes school-wide lice checks as needed throughout the year to help prevent and/or contain the spread of lice around our school. The next check will take place on Wednesday, April 23rd . If you have not already done so, please contribute to the cost of school-wide, professional lice checks by submitting a one-time payment of $15 per child here.
NEURODIVERSITY AWARENESS
On Wednesday, April 23rd, please wear blue to help raise neurodiversity awareness. Each class will celebrate with themed pencils, stickers and activity sheet, plus ribbons for teachers.
Neurodiversity Awareness Week is Monday, April 28-Friday, May 2. Please join us in recognition! Check out the bulletin board and posters around the school and ask your child about the week's morning announcements.
AAPI HERITAGE MONTH POSTER PROJECT
The AAPI Affinity group would like all students who are interested in participating in the May poster project commemorating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to fill out this brief survey that we will use to create posters. If you have any questions, please contact group co-leads Sowoon Song (sowoon@gmail.com), Yumi Kobayashi (kobayashi.y@gmail.com), or Neeta Menon (neetamenon1@gmail.com). Thank you!
SPRING SPORTS
BROOKLYN CYCLONES
Watch the Cyclones play the Wilmington Blue Rocks on Sunday, May 4th at 2pm. If we buy 250 tickets one person from our group can throw out the first pitch and another announce for an inning (to be decided by lottery). Tickets are $20 with $7 from each ticket going to the PTA. Purchase here. Contact Rebecca with questions.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
For Teacher Appreciation Week, Monday, May 5th through Friday, May 9th, we recognize PS 107's fantastic teachers and staff with a week-long celebration that includes daily treats and surprises - including PS 107's famed pot luck! One amazing volunteer has already stepped forward to help plan the event, but she needs your help! If you are able to lend a hand to help organize this week long celebration of our amazing teachers, please reach out to amber@ps107.org for additional details. (Volunteers will have the full support of our PTA for any help needed as well as a modest budget to cover expenses.) Thank you for your support!
ART DAY
The Art Committee is busy planning a day of creative fun for the annual PS107 Art Day on Saturday, May 10 from 12-3pm, in the Big Yard! We are looking for workshop leaders who will guide kids in art and craft based activities in a variety of materials. If you are interested in hosting a workshop, please sign the Konstella form here and the Art Committee will be in touch about planning and securing supplies for your workshop.
Please reach out to the following committee co-chairs with any questions: sarahkwarner@yahoo.com, jiaomin.ni@gmail.com, and kgwilkes@gmail.com. Thank you for your consideration!
2024-2025 NYCPS CALENDAR
Please click here for the complete 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school year calendars.
UPCOMING IMPORTANT EVENTS
April 11
- Family Morning 8:20 am
- FUNKY FRIDAY! All Day
- School Surveys Close
April 22
- Virtual Townhall with Superintendent Alvarez 6 - 7 pm
- The Talk Workshop with Rachel Lotus 6:30 to 7:30 pm (in person)
April 23 - Schoolwide Lice Check
April 24 - PTA Meeting 6:30 pm (zoom)
April 24 & 25 - 4th & 5th Grade NYS ELA Testing Dates
May 1 - The Minor Collective
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
April 14 to April 18 - Spring Recess (School Closed)