Paulo Panther Weekly
Weekly events and announcements: 10/25/26
This Week's Schedule
- Sun. Oct. 25th - Breast Cancer Walk (see all info below)
- Mon. Oct. 26th - 1st Quarter Math Exams
- Tues. Oct. 27th - Collection for Vetran's Thank you cards - earn 1 service credit (see below)
- Thurs. Oct. 29th - Student Council Elections
- Fri. Oct. 30th - End of 1st Marking Period
- Fri. Oct. 30th - Spirit Day - Black and Orange Day
- Fri. Oct. 30th - 6th Grade Halloween Dance 2:30 - 4 PM (pickup in back of school)
Breast Cancer walk information
Breast Cancer Walk Updates:
Know Before You Go!
Event Date: Sunday, October 25th.
Meeting Spot: 714 Father Capodanno Blvd Staten Island, NY 10305
(Parking Lot 6).
Time: 8am-12pm
**We will be walking after the first ribbon cutting ceremony at 9am.**
Make sure to wear pink and layers.
This is a fully outdoor event by the water; October mornings can be chilly, and it can get pretty windy by the water.
Please arrive at the registration tent no later than 8:45 AM.
Look for the IS75 Paulo Goes Pink sign: Ms. Vitello and Ms. Cianciotto will be waiting for your arrival. Strides Against Breast Cancer is expecting a large turn out and suggests carpooling. Please be sure to leave time to find parking and make your way to the registration tent.
Our team's name is Paulo 75 Goes Pink. The entire walk is about 1.5 miles. ¾ of a mile one direction on the boardwalk and then a "U-turn" and 3/4 of a mile back to the event.
Students participating should be accompanied by an adult.
Service credits will be awarded to those who walk. You must check in with a teacher at the IS75 table. Provide your first and last name in addition to your ATS (advisory). (You do not need to bring your Student ID with you)
We can't wait to see you all in your pink!
Our team link is also where you can donate:
Donations only will be collected for the entire month of October.
https://secure.acsevents.org/goto/paulo75goespink
Thank you for your support in this great cause!
6th Grade Halloween Dance
We are excited to announce the annual 6th Grade Halloween Dance! Please see the information below to proceed with registration: Halloween Dance Registration
- The dance will be held on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 2:30 - 4:00 pm in the gymnasium.
- A DJ will play music. Snacks and drinks will be available for PURCHASE.
- The cost is $15.00 per students. There are a limited number of tickets! Complete the online registration form (below) and remit payment online via credit card by Friday, October 23, 2026.
- Deadline for online registration will be Friday, October 23, 2026.
- Tickets CANNOT be purchased on the day of the dance.
- Submission of money does not guarantee admission to the dance. Admission will be determined by appropriate citizenship. Paulo 6th grade students only will be in attendance.
- Dress- Costumes are optional. Costumes may be worn to school on October 30th. NO masks or face coverings and no props. We must be able to see your face.
- Staff members will assist students with costumes at the 2:20 pm dismissal.
- Tickets will be distributed on Thursday, October 30th (the morning of the dance).
- Transportation- Transportation home is the responsibility of the parent / guardian. Please arrange for pick up at 4:00 pm in the BACK OF THE SCHOOL. Students will be released through the schoolyard onto BOULDER AVENUE.
We are sure you will welcome this opportunity for our students to socialize in a supervised setting. We trust you also realize how important it is for a young person to develop socially as well as academically. We, therefore, urge you to encourage your child’s attendance and share that “warm Paulo feeling” with others. If you have any questions, please email Ms. DeMola (MDEMOLA@schools.nyc.gov).
Night of 100 Pizzas *7th & 8th Grade ONLY*
- We are excited to announce our annual Night of 100 Pizzas! This is a 7th and 8th grade event only.
- The dance will be held on Friday, November 6th, 2026, from 6:00PM - 7:30 pm in the gymnasium. (We know this is the same day as the TACHS exam. Students taking the TACHS exam can attend the dance despite not being in school.)
- Pizza and water will be provided.
- Extra snacks and soda will be available for PURCHASE.
- A DJ will play music.
- The cost is $15.00. There are a limited number of tickets! Please complete the online registration form and remit payment online via credit card by Monday, November 2nd. UNLESS max capacity is reached before this date. In that case, the portal will close earlier. Online registration for the dance can be found via our website at www.is75.org under the payments / registration tab.
- No monies will be accepted on the day of the dance.
- Submission of money does not guarantee admission to the dance. Admission will be determined by appropriate citizenship. Paulo students only will be in attendance.
- You must be present in school on the day of the dance in order to attend! (Students taking the TACHS exam please ignore this rule)
- Staff members will chaperone the dance.
- The school dress code should be followed.
- Parents should arrive by 7:15PM in anticipation of the 7:30 PM dismissal from the BACK OF THE SCHOOL. Students will be released through the schoolyard onto BOULDER. Transportation home is the responsibility of the parent/guardian.
- Students will not be permitted to leave before 7:30pm. They must stay for the entirety of the dance.
We are sure you will welcome this opportunity for our students to socialize in a supervised setting. We trust you also realize how important it is for a young person to develop socially as well as academically. We, therefore, urge you to encourage your child’s attendance and share that “warm Paulo feeling” with others. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. DeMola (MDEMOLA@schools.nyc.gov).
Boys Soccer Game Schedule for the Remaining games of the Season
JV: All games at 4:30 PM
Tues. 10/27 at IS 24
Girls Flag Football Schedule for the for the Remaining games of the Fall Season
Varsity:
Weds. Oct. 28th - Home vs IS27 3:30 PM
JV:
Weds. Oct. 28th Home vs IS24 4:30 PM
Practice: Free online tutoring
We are excited to partner with PRACTICE to provide all students with free, personalized tutoring in all academic subjects! Available Monday through Friday from 4:00–8:00 PM through June 11, 2027, this valuable resource can help students with homework, review classroom material, prepare for quizzes and tests, and get ready for NYS assessments and Regents exams. Tutoring is available in multiple languages. Please see the attached flyer for registration instructions and take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to support your child’s academic success! For questions, contact Michele Margiotta at mmargiotta@schools.nyc.gov or 718-701-6343, ext. 3411.
Saturday Virtual Math Tutoring - Free
We are happy to be able to provide additional Math support "virtually" on Saturdays!!
Sign up your child by using the link below:
https://www.is75.org/apps/form/form.FRADPI.vufxRpE.1lG_
Mr. Mariconda
TUESDAY VIRTUAL ELA TUTORING
We are happy to offer free, virtual tutoring on Tuesday afternoons to support our students. Classes will meet weekly on Tuesday afternoons from 3:00pm-4:00pm starting September 29th. Classes will take place remotely through the Tuesday ELA Virtual Tutoring Google Classroom. To attend, register your student using the following form:
Please make sure to choose the form that reflects the current grade for your student. Registration is free and guarantees your child an invite into the google classroom.
6th -6th Grade Sign Up
7th -7th Grade Sign Up
8th -8th Grade Sign Up
See the full details on the IS75 Website.
Michele Margiotta, Assistant Principal, Staff Development/Student Services
SCHOOL SPIRIT DAYS
As we embark on another school year, we are excited to share with you a list of our upcoming school spirit days throughout 2026 - 27. Here at Paulo, we understand the importance of cultivating a sense of student pride and ownership across our hallways and classrooms. We believe that this sense of warmth and optimism allows our students to feel valued and welcomed each and every day and makes Paulo a place where all students can flourish. To this end, we enlist your support in ensuring your child participates in our various Paulo Pride days. We are sharing this calendar of events with you now because we realize on some occasions you may need to secure a special outfit or piece of apparel. Every Friday students are encouraged to wear Paulo apparel. Again, our goal is 100% student participation, and we can’t do it without you!
October 30, 2026 – Wear Black and Orange Day for Halloween
November 13, 2026 – Wear Blue for Diabetes Awareness
November 25, 2026- Crazy Hat Day 8th Grade Only
November 30, 2026 – “Movember” Mustache Day
December 18, 2026 – Door Decorating Judging
December 22, 2026 - Ugly Sweater Day
December 23, 2026- Twins Day
January 8, 2027 – College Awareness Day- wear your favorite college swag
February 11, 2027 – Football Jersey Day
February 12, 2027 – Wear Red for Valentine’s Day
March 3, 2027 - International Night
March 17, 2027 – Wear Green for St. Patrick’s Day
March 22nd -March 25th - School Spirit Week
March 25, 2027- Basketball Jersey Day
April 16 2027 – Autism Celebration Day/ Walk
May 6th – Mental Health Awareness Day (Wear Green)
June 28, 2027, Hawaiian Shirt Day
Please remember, when holidays come along and are coupled with a 3- or 4-day weekend (or more), we often host a school spirit event because we know many students are excited for the extended time off, and we aim to channel their energy positively by heading into a weekend or recess on a positive note. Help us create a most-welcoming atmosphere and a successful school year by encouraging and supporting your child’s participation in these events.
Student Advisory & Transportation Information
You can find your child's official class (Advisory) & transportation information on the NYCSA (New York City Schools Account) on or about September 8th/9th.
Families can use their NYCSA accounts to fill out digital forms for the first day of school and update and verify emergency contact information.
If you have questions regarding the following topics, please email:
- NYCSA questions – please contact Parent Coordinator ltaccetta2@schools.nyc.gov
- Regular General Ed Bussing - please email Jgigliotti@schools.nyc.gov
- Door to Door Bussing – please email Lmargadonna@schools.nyc.gov
- Medical questions - lmarino1@health.nyc.gov
Please note: A change of address must be done with the school to be on the student's official record. Email eronan@schools.nyc.gov for information on any address changes
Bussing
The bus schedule for this year will be found on the IS75 Website under the "Students & Families" tab on/about Tuesday, Sept. 8th. The bus schedule is subject to change at any time from the Office of Pupil Transportation. We have been advised by OPT that it is up to parents to check their child's bus schedule. Unfortunately, We ARE NOT notified of any changes by OPT. If your child is eligible for the bus, you will be able to see his/her bus stop on the NYC Schools Account with the most up to date times. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the morning pickup time. Your child will receive a bus pass on the first day of school. We have posted the schedule we were given on Sept. 1st below. Again, Please check your child's NYCSA for the most up to date info on transportation, bussing, and timing.
The link below will take you to the NYC Department of Education and Office of Pupil Transportation for 2026-2027. https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/transportation/transportation-overview/whats-new
Standard Bell Schedule
8:00 School Day Begins
8:07 - 8:20 Advisory Period
8:24 - 9:04 Period 1
9:08 - 9:48 Period 2
9:52 - 10:32 Period 3
10:36 - 11:17 Period 4
11:21 - 12:02 Period 5
12:06 - 12:47 Period 6
12:51 - 1:31 Period 7
1:36 - 2:16 Period 8
2:17 Dismissal – 1st & 4th Floor
2:18 Dismissal – 3rd Floor
2:19 Dismissal – 2nd Floor
NYC SCHOOLS ACCOUNTS (NYCSA)
Families will be able to access their NYC Schools Account (NYCSA) which consolidates several important parent-facing applications in one place. In addition to seeing information for MyStudent, such as grades, attendance, and transportation. Parents can also reset the passwords to their student’s DOE email accounts through the Manage Account page;at http://mystudent.nyc . Families who currently have a NYCSA account will automatically have access to new features in the portal.
Contact our Parent Coordinator, Mrs. Taccetta via email with questions. LTaccetta2@schools.nyc.gov
Operoo
Please be sure to create an Operoo account. If you have not received an email from Operoo to create an account, please check the spam folder in your email.
Operoo is one of the main sources where parents will receive emails and notifications from IS75
- IS75 Website https://www.is75.org/
- NYC Schools Account Portal NYC Schools Account (NYCSA)
- School Food Forms https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application
- Student Account information schools.nyc.gov/studentaccounts
- Student-Family Handbook Click here
- Student transportation https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/transportation/transportation-overview/whats-ne
- Chancellor’s Citywide Behavioral Expectations to Support Student Learning Discipline Code (https://www.schools.nyc.gov/DCode)
UAU - After School Program
The UAU After-School Program Application 2026-2027 School Year process is as follows:
You can complete the application online at https://discoverdycd.dycdconnect.nyc/home. All applications are required to have an up-to-date medical signed and stamped by a medical doctor. It is suggested to apply on a desktop computer rather than a cell phone.
Program begins Monday, September 14th, 2026 through Friday, June 13th, 2027. Monday through Friday, from school dismissal to 5:15, and requires a minimum of 3 days attendance per week. Snack will be provided.
*Applications must be fully completed (medical included) to be accepted into the program* After you apply on Discover DYCD, please upload the completed medical form as directed.
Enrollment is on a first come, first serve basis.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Richman-Stukel
Program Director IS 75
(718)737-8901
What’s Happening in NYC Public Schools?
For the most up to date weekly information from the NYC DOE, follow the link below for important forms and help with school accounts. There are a wealth of resources to help families navigate through information.
PTA Corner
The next PTA meeting will be held Tuesday, November 17th.
Dates to Remember
Mon. Nov. 2nd- 2nd Marking Period Begins
Tues. Nov. 3rd - Election Day - Remote day for students
Weds. Nov. 4th - Open House for incoming 6th grade class of 2030 (current 5th graders)
Fri. Nov. 6th - 1st MP report card available on NYCSA
Fri. Nov. 6th - Grade 8 TACHS Test (off premises)
Fri. Nov 6th - Lockdown Drill #2
Fri. Nov. 6th - Night of 100 Pizzas (7th and 8th grade)
Mon. Nov. 9th - Make-up a Miracle fundraiser (lunch periods)
Tues. Oct. 10th - PIP Reward during lunch periods
Weds. Nov. 11th - School closed in observance of Veteran's Day
Thurs. Nov. 12th - Half-day for students 11:20 dismissal (Parent teacher conferences - not in person)
Fri. Nov. 13th - Principal's Book club meets during lunch periods;
Fri. Nov. 13th - Spirit Day - Wear Blue for Diabetes Awareness
Mon. Nov. 16th -
Tues. Nov. 17th - SLT Meeting 2:30 PM (LIBR)
Tues. Nov. 17th - Literacy Social 4:30 - 6 PM (Cafeteria)
Tues. Nov. 17th - PTA Meeting 6 PM (Aud)
Weds. Nov. 18th - SHSAT Exam (8th Grade)
Thurs. Nov. 19th - Gradewide Spelling Bee (during lunch periods)
Mon. Nov. 23rd - Weds. Nov. 25th - Hoop-A-Thon
Weds. Nov. 25th - 8th Grade Crazy Hat Day
Thurs. Nov. 26th & Fri. Nov. 27th - School closed for our Thanksgiving Holiday
Mon. Nov. 30th - Spirit Day - Movember Day
Arista requirements
Now that the school year is underway, we wanted to take this opportunity to remind you and your child of our Arista requirements. Please note that these requirements, along with other school policies and helpful information, are available on our website in our Student-Parent Handbook. This document can be found at www.is75.org under the dropdown heading ‘Students and Families’Please note the following excerpt from the handbook regarding Arista eligibility.
Membership in the Paulo Arista Society is reserved for students meeting all of the following requirements:
1. Scholarship – Academic average of at least 91.00% in each marking period with no grade, in any subject, below 80 or “S”. Please note that a course grade of 79 or lower precludes a student from Arista.
2. Citizenship – No citizenship grade below “S” in any marking period. Satisfactory* record of attendance and punctuality. (*See lateness policy in Honor Roll Section, as lateness impacts citizenship.)
3. Service – The attainment of at least 20 service credits per school year.
4. Attendance/Punctuality – Students absent more than 8 days per school year are precluded. (If medical documentation (from a medical office/practitioner) is provided, medical-related absences will not count toward the 8-day limit.) Also, students who are picked up early from school five or more times in a given semester are also precluded from this recognition. Excessive lateness (more than 5 in a given marking period) precludes a student from Arista.
All students who have met the criteria and would like to be considered for induction into Arista must complete an online application that will be made available in April. As a required part of the application, students must write a 2-4 paragraph description of a personal accomplishment from the 2026-2027 school year for which they are particularly proud. Applications will open on April 16, 2027, and will be due on April 21, 2027.
Service Credits
The following provides you with an outline of how service credits are handled within our school.
The outline is as follows:
· Students in each Advisory Class will have a student ID card which students will use to “swipe” at scanning stations to record their participation in school service activities such as school spirit days, classroom/library/office monitor service, and event attendance.
· For schoolwide events sponsored by the PTA, food drives, toy drives, and Junior Giving Circle student donations will be recorded by the supervising staff member and scanned into the digital service system.
· Students will have an opportunity to review their service credit status each marking period. The advisory teacher allows each child to track their totals accordingly. Service can also be tracked on Jupiter Grades. (further guidance regarding Jupiter will be forthcoming.)
· Students are required to achieve 20 service credits, along with a 91 average, exemplary attendance and citizenship, in order to qualify for Honor Society (Grade 6), Junior Arista (Grade 7), and Arista (Grade 8).
· Students can also achieve a Service Award, which is presented annually at the Service Award Assembly. This honors students who have in their career achieved 100+ credits (Gold Award), 75 credits (Silver Award) and 50 credits (Bronze Award).
· Students who volunteer their service outside of school, may bring in a letter of recognition of that service and present that to Mr. Herrmann in Room 339. This external service will be applied to their application for the Philanthropy Award in Grade 8.
· Service credits are only given for in-school service only.
Please see the list of service credits offered to our students during the 2026-2027 school year. The list may be subject to change and will be updated throughout the school year.
click the link below:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1F0rEiaDo0cicTr6RLC7Uy0Mqy1c4LF_m_zyFmi_M7AI/edit?usp=sharing