Langston Letters October 26th, 2026
Newsletter Feature: Math Week-Fall Ball - Literary Character Day
PS 233 Weekly Newsletter
Week of October 26, 2026
Dear Families and Scholars,
We had another exciting week of teaching and learning at PS 233! We welcomed our Superintendent, Celeste Terry, who visited classrooms to observe instruction and celebrate our strengths while providing valuable, actionable feedback to support our continued growth.
Math Week was filled with engaging activities that brought mathematics to life! Thank you to everyone who shared highlights of our students learning and having fun.
We ended the week on a high note with our fabulous Fall Ball! A huge shout-out to Ms. Allen, PC, Ms David, Nurse Levy, Ms. Boyke, Ms. Spellman, Ms. Wyhte, Ms. Sydney Smith, Ms. Constantine, Ms. Simone, our PTA Treasurer, and everyone who helped make this event memorable. Our children danced their little hearts out, and it was truly a joy to see!
As we enter the final week of October, let's continue the momentum, celebrate our successes, and finish the month strong!
Next week, we look forward to celebrating Literary Character Day for grades 3Kâ5! Scholars, come dressed as your favorite book character and enjoy special treats as we celebrate our love of reading!
Remember, scholars, complete your homework, read every day, and always put your best foot forward!
Together, we are resetting the compass for success at PS 233!
With appreciation,
Debra Cunningham, Principal
(DCunningham8@schools.nyc.gov)
Langston Hughes Elementary School â PS233
(tallen35@schools.nyc.gov-1917-329-9237), or the school directly (718-346-8103) if you need assistance.
Important Dates To Remember
October 30th- Literary Character Day Grades 3k- 5th-
November 3rd 2026- Election Day- School will be in session remotely
November 5th 2026-Half-Day- 11:10 Dismissal --Parent-Teacher Conference 12:20- 2:20 pm and 5:00-8:00pm
November 9th 2026- SLT 5-7pm. Book Fair Begins
November 11th 2026- Veterans Day- Schools Closed
November 16th 2026-Picture Day- Pk-5th grades
November 18th 2026- PTA - 6-7pm. Book Fair ends (In-Person)
November 19th 2026- Chat with Principal Cunningham 8:30 am - 9:30 am
November 25th 2026- Family Thankgiving Feast
November 26th &27th 2026- Thanksgiving Day- Schools Closed
December 4th 2026- First Day of Hanukkah
December 7th 2026- SLT meeting- 5-7pm
December 14th 2026- Candy Cane Day
December 15th 2026- Ugly Sweater Day
December 16th 2026- Holiday Headwear Day.
December 16th 2026- PTA 6-7pm
December 17th 2026- Winter Wonderland Day (Wear-Blue or white) Winter Festival Assembly
December 18th 2026- Holiday Bake Sale
December 23rd 2026-Polar Express- pajama Day
December 24th 31st 2026- Winter Recess