MS 50 Weekly News: 10/5/26

MS 50 Updates: Week of October 5, 2026

ELT Sign-ups Open through Wednesday

ELT Clubs sign-ups launched last Thursday and are live on our website! With more than 40 courses being offered, there is something for everyone. All courses are free and hosted at MS 50 by staff from our school and community school partner El Puente. Clubs run from 2:40-4PM Wednesday through Friday, with a select number of clubs on Tuesday as well. Please complete the registration from on our website by this Wednesday, October 7th at 6PM so we can assign students into classes to start next week.

Register for ELT Clubs

There will be no Monday newsletter next week as schools are closed for Indigenous Peoples/Italian Heritage Day.

In this Issue:

Classroom Spotlight: Science
High School Application Support
From the PTA
Fall School Tours
From NYCPS & D14
Upcoming Events
Free Internet Hotspot

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Classroom Spotlight: Science

6th Grade Science- Ecosystems

In science, our 6th graders are exploring ecosystems through the story of New York Harbor. Students are learning about food webs, energy transfer, organism interactions, biodiversity, and how changes in an environment can affect entire populations. We are also investigating the history of the harbor, the impact of pollution, and the important role oysters play in improving water quality and providing habitat.

7th Grade Science: Density and Properties of Matter

In this unit, students are investigating the physical properties of matter—such as density—and how these properties help us classify and identify different substances. Through hands-on experiments and modeling activities, students explore how matter behaves at the particle level and look for patterns to make predictions. They will use scientific tools to measure and analyze various materials, deepening their understanding of structure and function. By the end of the unit, students will be able to use evidence to explain why density is a key property in identifying matter. This unit builds critical thinking and scientific reasoning skills.

8th Grade Biology: Homeostasis Unit

In this unit, students are exploring how the human body maintains internal balance, or homeostasis, through complex interactions between body systems. They are learning how feedback mechanisms help the body respond to changes in the environment, both inside and out. Key concepts include thermoregulation (how we maintain body temperature) and blood sugar regulation. Through hands-on activities, discussions, and investigations, students are discovering how the body works to stay stable and healthy. By the end of the unit, they will understand how our body systems work together to keep us in balance—even when the world around us changes.

High School Application Support

8th Grade Families! High school applications are just around the corner with the High School Application, LaGuardia Application, and SHSAT registration opening this week Tuesday, October 6th. Students will be working with their advisory teachers over the next several weeks to understand the application process, develop lists of schools, and more. Check out the recording of Principal Honoroff's presentation and a copy of the slides below.

High School Application Workshop Slide Deck

Updating High School Tour List

High School Tour Flyers

From the PTA

September Meeting Recap

Thank you to everyone who joined our first meeting of the school year last week! Check the slide deck below for the key points we discussed at the meeting. The full minutes will be available soon at ms50.org/pta. We hope to see you at our next meeting either in-person or on Zoom on Wednesday, October 21st.

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MS50 PTA General Meeting Slides 9-30-2026

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Halloween Dance Wishlist

The MS 50 PTA is collecting donations for the upcoming Halloween dance! Purchase an item from our Amazon Wishlist and help us create a fun and memorable celebration for our students!

Halloween Dance Wishlist

Regal Cinema Ticket Fundraiser

Going to the movies in the near future? Why not enjoy a movie AND support MS 50 students at the same time? 💙🧡 Purchase 2 Regal Movie Tickets for $30 through our fundraiser link and $7.50 goes directly back to the MS 50 PTA! 🎟️ Movie night + supporting our students = WIN-WIN!

PTA Linktree

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Fall School Tours

Know of a 4th or 5th grade family who may be interested in joining MS 50? Our Fall 2026 School Tours were just announced! Find more information and sign up at ms50.org/admissions

From NYCPS & District 14

CEC Meetings

Interested in attending the District 14 Community Education Council meetings? Check out the schedule below!

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CEC 14 Meeting Dates 2026-27

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NYCPS Messages for Families: October, 2026

Upcoming Events

Event Information

Halloween Dance

Additional information forthcoming, check the PTA section for ways to contribute!

When?

Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026, 03:00 PM

Where?

MS 50 Community School, South 3rd Street, Brooklyn, NY, USA

Event Information

50 Fest/Latinx Heritage Block Party

When?

Friday, Oct 30, 2026, 03:00 PM

Where?

MS 50 Community School, South 3rd Street, Brooklyn, NY, USA

Upcoming Athletic Events

Flag Football

Tuesday, October 6, 4PM: vs. PS 84 @ Van Voorhees Playground
Tuesday, October 13, 4PM: vs. HLA @ Van Voorhees Playground
Wednesday, October 14, 4PM: vs. MS 351 @ Heckscher Playground

Boys Soccer

Tuesday, October 6, 5PM: vs. MS 577 @ Bushwick Inlet Park
Wednesday, October 7, 5PM: vs. MS 915 @ Bushwick Inlet Park
Friday, October 9, 5PM: vs. MS 20 @ McLaughlin Park
Wednesday, October 14, 5PM: vs. MS 20 @ McLaughlin Park
Friday, October 16, 5PM: vs. MS 915 @ McLaughlin Park

Upcoming Days Off

Monday, October 12: Indigenous Peoples/Italian Heritage Day

Upcoming Drills

Soft Lockdown Drills:

October 6th – 10:15AM
December 3rd – 2:00PM

Evacuation Drills:

September 14th – 11:05AM (Completed)
October 2nd – 10:15AM (Completed)
October 14th – 1:30PM
October 27th – 1:30PM
November 16th – 9:30AM
December 1st – 11:00AM

NYC DOE 2026-27 Calendar

View our Full Calendar

Add our Calendar: Simply click here to add to your Google Calendar or click here to add it to your Apple device. This calendar not only has our MS 50 events but also includes the DOE calendar with all days off for the entire upcoming school year.

Free Internet Hotspot

All MS 50 students are eligible for a FREE internet hotspot through T-Mobile's Project 10Million. This provides 100GB of yearly data for 5 years in addition to low-cost laptops and tablets for your student. When you apply online, use "NYC Chancellor's Office" for the school district and "Jhs 50 John D Wells" for school name.

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Instructions in English

Instrucciones en español

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