Lions Ledger
November 24-28, 2025
Dear Seth Low I.S. 96 Families,
Below is the Remote Learning Letter for Tuesday, November 3rd that was shared with families on Friday, October 30, 2026. The Lions' Page Google Classroom codes were also sent to families via TalkingPoints text messages and emails. Please review the information carefully and ensure that your child can access their Google Classroom account and Lions' Page classrooms. If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact the school.
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We are writing to outline our school's remote learning protocol, which will be implemented on November 3, 2026 and in the event of school closures due to inclement weather or other situations requiring students to learn from home.
Schedule: The daily class schedule will closely mirror our in-person schedule, with staggered start times for each grade. The bell schedule can be found here.
Bell Schedule Election Day 26-27.docx
Student Attendance:
All students should log into their Lions’ Google Classroom with DOE student login (NYCstudents.net e-mail) to take attendance and check in with their dean during the following times:
6th grade - 8:05 am - 7th Grade - 8:15 am - 8th Grade -8:25 am
All classes will be conducted through Google Classroom on Google Meets, which can be accessed on Teach Hub through your child's DOE student login credentials (NYCstudents.net email). If students do not have their Google Classroom Codes, they can ask for codes on their Grade Level Lion’s Page (codes are above).
Below are the steps to login to your student’s Google Classroom:
Go to TeachHub
Enter your DOE student account email (it ends in @nycstudents.net) and password
If you don't know your DOE student account email, contact Mrs. Brock at hbrock@schools.nyc.gov.
Click Sign In.
If the username and password entered are correct, you will be signed into the remote learning portal successfully.
Click on the Google Classroom icon.
Now you are in Google Classroom!
Technology Requirements:
Technical Support: If you face any technical difficulties, contact Ms. Morales via talking points or DOE email bmoralessalas@schools.nyc.gov or pling@schools.nyc.gov
Communication:
Teacher Contact: Reach out to your child's teacher via their DOE email (can be found on our school website: www.sethlowis96.org or Talking Points for any questions or concerns.
Student Expectations:
Attendance: Students are expected to attend all live classes with cameras on and submit assignments on time.
Active Participation: Engage in class discussions, ask questions, and actively participate in online activities.
We are confident that with your support, our students will continue to learn effectively during remote learning periods. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Thank you for being an essential part of our Seth Low family. Together, let's make the 2026-2027 school year one of growth, achievement, and unforgettable memories.
With PRIDE and Appreciation,
Christina Monfasani-Voutsinas
Principal
Monday 11/02:
- Election Day- Remote learning for students
Wednesday 11/04:
Thursday 11/05:
Friday 11/06:
- 7th Grade Pizza Sale (During lunch period)
Looking Ahead
Nov. 9-17 – Spirit Week
• Nov. 11 – Schools Closed (Veterans Day)
• Nov. 12 – Half Day & Virtual Parent-Teacher Conferences
• Nov. 16 – Last Day to Order PTA Fundraiser Pies More info to come
MOMA Trip - Elective 7A and 7B (Elman)
Prose Team Meeting
• Nov. 18 – PTA Snack Sale During Lunch PD
• Nov. 19 – 8th Grade Picture Day -order forms available week of
• Nov. 20 – 6th & 7th Grade Picture Day -order forms available week of
• Nov. 21 – Food Pantry Distribution
• Nov. 23 – Tenement Museum Trip (Agostino/810)
PTA Meeting Virtual @6pm
• Nov. 24 – SLT Meeting 3 PM
• Nov. 24 & 25 – Pie Sale Pickup Days
• Nov. 25 – 6th & 7th Grade Trip
• Nov. 26-27 – Thanksgiving Recess (Schools Closed)
November 30 – PROSE Meeting
Weekly Academic Vobabulary
6th: dependent, integrate, isolate
7th: display, ethics, issue
8th: adjustment, modify, exposure
Welcome to the Seth Low Community!
My name is Brenda Morales, and I am the Parent Coordinator here at IS 096 Seth Low. I am thrilled to welcome you and your child to our school and look forward to supporting you both as we begin this exciting new chapter together.
Middle school is a time of growth, discovery, and new opportunities. At Seth Low, we are committed to helping every student reach their full potential, and I am here to assist you every step of the way.
As part of our support, I can help you set up important accounts such as:
- NYCSA (New York City Schools Account)
- Jupiter (our grading and communication platform)
- MySchools (for high school applications and more)
Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns. I’m here to help!
📧 Email: Bmoralessalas@schools.nyc.gov
📞 Office Phone: 718-236-1344
📱 Cell Phone: 929-549-3260
Welcome again to the Seth Low family—I look forward to working with you!
Warm regards,
Brenda Morales
Parent Coordinator, IS 096 Seth Low
I am Sharea Thomas, your Community School Director. I serve as a bridge between the school and its surrounding community, ensuring that students and families have access to the resources and support they need to thrive. This includes monthly food pantries, free vision and dental screenings for students and fun family events and workshops.
If you'd like to see more about the work that Community Schools is doing, please visit our website.
If you'd like to reach out to me directly, you can contact me via email at sthomas@ucsuft.org.
I look forward to supporting you in any way I can.
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As the assistant principal supervising 6th grade it is my goal to make sure that our students have a supportive environment to prepare for high school. I want to make sure that families stay connected to our school community and that students are learning, growing, and enjoying their first year in middle school.
If you have questions or need support from me, please feel free to email me at soteo@schools.nyc.gov
As the assistant principal supervising 7th grade it is my goal to make sure that our students have a supportive environment to prepare for high school. I want to make sure that families stay connected to our school community and that students are learning, growing, and enjoying their time in middle school.
If you have questions or need support from me, please feel free to email me at ifanas2@schools.nyc.gov
Student Lateness
Dear parents,
There has been an increase in student lateness for 8th grade. I would like to remind you that school starts at 8:05. Students that are chronically late to school may be unable to attend Senior Events and Senior Activities at the end of the year. Please ensure that your child arrives to school on time.
Thank you, AP Vagner
If you have questions or need support from me, please feel free to email me at kvagner@schools.nyc.gov
PTA Board Members
President: Cheryle Calandra
Treasurer:Sanjida Rahman
Rec. Secretary: Sandra Pellegrini
Virtual Support Liaison: Angela Cutri
Corr. Secretary: Sanjida Rahman
Vice President: VACANT
Financial Secretary: VACANT
The purpose of Student Council is to empower our students to take an active role in their school community by promoting leadership, responsibility, and school spirit. Students will work alongside teacher Ms. Agostino and Principal Ms. Monfasani to help plan events, share student ideas, and make our school an even better place.
Members of Student Council are accountable to the students in the grade they serve and shall:
● Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with peers and teachers
● Act as positive role models in both behavior and attitude
● Listen to and represent the ideas and concerns of their classmates
● Collaborate respectfully and responsibly in meetings and activities
● Participate in organizing school events and community service projects
● Show commitment, reliability, and a willingness to lead
Open Access
Students may come to the library to read, study, play games, do puzzles or just relax in a quiet space during their lunch periods on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Get a pass from your dean by going to the cafeteria first and then asking for a pass. Please make sure you eat before you come up.
Basketball
The Seth Low Basketball program is focused on developing the athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, and game strategies of our student athletes. We are looking forward to an exciting season.
Coaches:
Ms. Bermudez, Mr. Mei, and Mr. Argento
Track
The Seth Low track program is focused on supporting anyone who wants to run develop their athletic ability. We train long distance runners by jogging in the park to build endurance and we do sprints and relays in the gym. Track is for everyone.
Coaches:
Mr. Ling, Mr. Machado, and Ms. Jassir
Visual Art
The Seth Low Visual Art program is focused on developing fundamental art skills while letting students explore their creativity. We work with a variety of mediums including acrylic paint, clay, and watercolor. We also partner with and integrate the arts in various subjects to enhance engagement and motivation.
Musical Theater
In Musical Theater, you’ll learn the fundamentals of performing while building confidence, teamwork, and stage presence.
Each year, students take the stage in our Spring Concert and have the chance to audition for the Spring Musical.
Over three years, you’ll develop your performance skills and get ready to audition for specialized performing arts high schools by the start of eighth grade.
Whether you’re new to the stage or born for the spotlight, this class lets you explore it all—singing, dancing, and acting your heart out!, and acting your heart out!
Chorus
Chorus is a year-long elective where students develop vocal skills and learn the fundamentals of singing in an ensemble setting. Throughout the course, students explore proper vocal technique, breathing, harmony, and sight-reading while gaining a foundation in music theory to support their ability to read and understand written music.
Chorus students perform in the Spring Concert each year and are encouraged to participate in the Spring Musical. As a new addition to our performing arts program, the Chorus class provides students with opportunities to grow as musicians and performers while contributing to the school’s vibrant musical community.
Theater
In our general classes, we have just wrapped our first unit on ensemble—learning to work together and build a community of trust in order to create bold stories.
Theater Elective students just completed their very first on-camera “screen tests” and are now diving into rehearsals for our upcoming student film, Finding Alice, a filmed adaptation of Alice in Wonderland created by 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Theater Elective students.
We're so proud of the creativity and confidence our students are already showing, and we can’t wait to share their work with you!
Band
Both groups have been visiting local elementary schools to perform and build connections in our district. We are looking forward to some trips with the orchestra students in the winter and to our spring performances coming up later in the year.
Orchestra
Our Middle School String Orchestra program emphasizes a supportive environment where every student can develop their musical voice and contribute to the success of the ensemble.
Fall Update:
Our string players are having a fantastic semester! Here’s the latest from the orchestra room:
🎵 Currently Featuring: A deep dive into core techniques, including posture, bow control, and music theory.
🎻 Focus on Fundamentals: We're honing specific skills like articulation to make our music more expressive and dynamic.
