PS 199 Newsletter

Dear Families

It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through October! As the weather cools down and the excitement of fall is in the air, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for the wonderful energy you and your children bring to our school each day. The sense of community and connection is growing stronger, and it’s been amazing to see our students settle into their routines, exploring new concepts, and showing so much joy in their learning.

Whether it’s morning drop-offs, catching up at dismissal, or chatting during events, I truly value these moments when we can connect. Our partnership with you is what makes our school feel like a family, and it’s that support and encouragement that helps every child shine.

As we move forward through the month, we’re focusing on reinforcing positive behaviors and celebrating the small wins that make a big difference. I’m excited for what’s ahead and the continued growth we’ll see in your children.

Please take a few minutes to browse through the rest of this newsletter for important updates, upcoming events, and ways to stay involved in our school community. Thank you for being such an essential part of our journey together.

Warm regards,

Mr. Daliposki

October 30, 2024

5:45 p.m. - UFT Financial Literacy Workshop at the Queens UFT Office 118-35 Queens Boulevard,8th fl. Forest Hills, NY 11375, Dinner and Child Care will be provided.

Register at http://cvent.me/EVEGDV

October 31, 2024

5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Children's Halloween Costume Party presented by the United Community Civic Association at the CODE 20-30 Steinway Street Astoria. FREE Refreshments, Goodies, & Prizes.

YOU MUST BE IN COSTUME! PARTY IS FOR CHILDREN 12 YEARS AND YOUNGER AND MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT. For more information : Call 917 742-6975.

November 1, 2024

NO SCHOOL - HAPPY DIWALI

November 5, 2024

NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - ELECTION DAY

SAVE FOR COLLEGE WATCH PARTY ON ZOOM - More information below.

November 7, 2024

8:30 a.m. in- person & 6:00 p.m. virtual - Middle School Admissions Workshop

Zoom Meeting Information on website.

November 11, 2024

NO SCHOOL - VETERAN'S DAY

November 15, 2024

8:30 a.m. - PTA Meeting

November 18, 2024

6:30 p.m. - Participatory Budgeting Meeting

Register here bit.ly/d26volunteer for the Official Budget Delegate Meeting

November 20, 2024

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - District 24 Middle School Fair at I.S. 5 50-40 Jacobus Street, Queens, NY 11373

November 25, 2024

8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Glasses to Classes Vision Screening

November 28, 2024

NO SCHOOL - Happy Thanksgiving

November 29, 2024

NO SCHOOL

The positive parenting program is an evidence based program designed to help parents and caregivers learn positive parenting skills and strategies in a discussion group. It aims to equip parents with the skills and confidence to be self sufficient and manage family issues without ongoing support.

Each workshop runs for approximately 2 hours, once a week. Participants must register for each workshop individually to ensure their spot. If you are interested in attending these workshop, please contact Ms. Becco at sbecco@schools.nyc.gov. or call 718 784-3431

Dear Falcon Families,

If you have a child in grades 1,2, or 3, you still have time to activate and view your child's NYC Scholarship Account, by going to nyckidsrise.org. Click on Activate Account

Scroll down and click on Activate Account and then Continue to continue to the Savings Tracker.

Enter your child's home zip code.

Your child's date of birth.

Your child's student ID number.

Then you will submit and enter your name, and your email address

You will create a password, check the box the to accept the terms of service and then click on Create User Profile. Answer all the survey question and submit.

JOIN US FOR A VIRTUAL WATCH PARTY.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024

TIME: 9:30 A.M

ON ZOOM

MEETING ID: 938 1111 5453, PASSCODE: 546642

SPANISH TRANSLATION WILL BE AVAILABLE

If you need assistance, please contact Ms. Becco at sbecco@schools.nyc.gov.

WE WARMLY INVITE YOU TO OUR ANNUAL "INVITE YOUR DAD TO AFTERSCHOOL" EVENT ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST, AT PS199Q FROM 3:15 PM TO 5:15 PM. THIS GATHERING IS OPEN NOT ONLY TO FATHERS BUT ALSO TO ALL PATERNAL FIGURES, INCLUDING STEPFATHERS, UNCLES, GRANDPAS, AND MORE. ENJOY A VARIETY OF FUN ACTIVITIES AND SNACKS FOR ALL ATTENDEES! WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR PARTICIPATION AND SUPPORT FOR THE STUDENTS IN OUR AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM! PLEASE COME READY TO ENGAGE! IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND, WE KINDLY REQUEST THAT YOU CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO RSVP. AT THE END OF THE FORM, YOU WILL FIND A SURVEY REGARDING THE ACTIVITIES YOU WOULD LIKE US TO OFFER. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE! HTTPS://FORMS.GLE/YZZP6QBGMPLR24BM9

We are excited to announce an updated timeline for Fall 2025 Middle School Admissions. The middle school application will be opening later today!

Middle School Admissions Timeline:

• October 15, 2024: Middle school application opens (after school hours)
• November 8, 2024: Deadline to register to test for Mark Twain I.S. 239 (21K239) and District 21 Talent Tests
• December 20, 2024: Middle school application closes
• April 9, 2025: Middle school offer release

We will send you and families an email once the application is available on MySchools.nyc.

Virtual Events. We're hosting family virtual events on middle school admissions starting today, October 15! We will have additional events on October 22 and 23. For event details, visit our website (schools.nyc.gov/MS). You can also find the flier with translations here.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Thank you,

Middle School Admissions Team
NYC Public Schools

District 24 Middle School Fair for Wednesday, November 20th from 6:00 to 8:00pm at IS 5.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We want to inform you about an important option available to you and your family. The Department of Education (DOE) is offering students and families the ability to opt out of receiving informational mailings from charter schools through a company named Vanguard.

The DOE shares students’ names, parents’ names, mailing address, zip code, and grade level with a vendor named Vanguard. Vanguard then mails charter school information to families.

If you would like to opt out of these mailings, please complete the Charter School Informational Mailing Notice and Opt-Out Form by October 31.

Here’s what you need to do:

• If you do not wish to receive charter school information mail, please fill out and submit the survey no later than October 31.
• If you miss this deadline, you can submit the survey by January 15 to stop receiving the mailings after March. You will need to submit a survey for each of your children.
• When completing the survey, you will need your child’s student identification number

Please note that this opt-out process is optional. Families are not required to complete the form if they do not wish to opt out.

Opt-Out Survey Link: https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5180260/Charter-School-Mailings-Removal-Notice-and-Form

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Best regards,

Community School District 24
csd24@schools.nyc.gov
718.592.3357

My Commitment to You

Dear Families,

I am honored and excited to be your new Chancellor. As a lifelong educator and mom of a New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) student, I am eager to work with and serve you.

When I was a child growing up in the Bronx, my mother taught me that education was the ticket to a life of prosperity and fulfillment. I decided to become a teacher in 2007 because I, like my mother, believe in the power of education to change lives.

I began my career in the classroom at Harry S. Truman High School and went on to become an administrator at both the school and district levels. As chief of staff to former Chancellor Banks, I spearheaded Project Open Arms, a multi-agency effort to welcome and support our 45,000-plus newest New Yorkers. In my most recent role, I served as the Deputy Chancellor of Family and Community Engagement and External Affairs, fostering partnerships between families, schools, and communities.

I know this school system inside and out—and with each passing year, I grow even more amazed at the talent of our staff, the innovation in our classrooms, the dedication of our families and parent leaders, and the brilliance of our students. To become the next Chancellor is the culmination of my life’s work.

I want to thank Mayor Adams for this opportunity and Chancellor Banks for his immense contributions to our school system. The initiatives we’ve launched—from NYC Reads to our reimagined Student Pathways—have been truly transformative, and I am eager to continue these programs. Please know that I am committed to stability and consistency in the day-to-day operation of our schools.

As an NYCPS parent myself, I will work my hardest to ensure our schools are safe and welcoming spaces for our children, that they set a high academic bar, and that they provide rich opportunities for learning and growth. I commit to advocating for each of our children just as I would for my own daughter. And I commit to listening to the wisdom of our families and ensuring we are doing our part as an agency to communicate clearly and often.

I’m excited to continue building bright starts and bold futures for the children of our city, and I look forward to all that we will achieve together. Thank you for choosing New York City Public Schools for your children.

In partnership,

Melissa Aviles-Ramos, Chancellor