HSSL Weekly Parent Update

Greetings High School for Service & Learning Parents and Families,

Parent teacher conferences for Semester 1 Marking Period 2 will take place as follows:

Evening Conferences -Thursday, November 20th 5PM-8PM

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR EVENING CONFERENCES

Afternoon Conference - Friday, November 21st 12:20PM - 2:20PM

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR AFTERNOON CONFERENCES

Please keep in mind that all conferences are held virtually and over the phone. After you register, teachers will reach out to you during the conference day and time you registered for.

🌓 Also keep in mind that Friday, November 21st is a half day for high school students. In order to accommodate for afternoon conferences students will be dismissed from school at 11:15AM.

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Outstanding job to the HSSL HIP PHEs! Thaina, Jehoshua, Loumine, Kayla, Coralie and Imani. You all crushed the first week of presentations—educating, inspiring, and leading with confidence !

You find out more about the HIP program by visiting https://behip.org/

There is no school tomorrow Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veteran's Day. Classes will resume on Wednesday November 12th.

There is a half day for all New York City Public High School Students Friday, November 21st. Students will be dismissed at 11:15AM to accommodate for afternoon parent teacher conferences.

There is no school Thursday, November 27th and Friday November 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday. Classes resume Monday, December 1st.

Wednesday, November 26th is our annual field day at Sid Luckman Field (Ehall Field) 1463-1469 McDonald Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230.

This year we are combining field day with our annual HSSL Friendsgivng. We are asking all families that can, to send in a dish, snack, treat, or beverage with your child to add to the celebration meal.

Permission slips will be available in room 1E4.

WE ARE ALSO IN GREAT NEED OF PARENT VOLUNTEERS AND CHAPERONES FOR FIELD DAY. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED PLEASE COMPLETE THE FORM BELOW OR REACH OUT TO MX. CRAIG TO CONFIRM YOU ATTENDANCE.

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The Campaign Against Hunger (TCAH) is one of the most trusted anti-hunger nonprofits working vigorously to end hunger and build health in NYC. Our mission is to empower vulnerable New Yorkers to live healthier, more productive, and self-sufficient lives by providing access to safe, nutritious food and vital resources. TCAH’s strategic approach to food equity provides strength and dignity to the New Yorkers we serve.

The service is free and they offer both pick up and home delivery services for families.

Visit https://www.tcahnyc.org/pantry-application/ to enroll

Once you receive a shopper ID and pin number you can visit https://smartchoice.life/cgi-bin/landing.cgi?cid=RsWWpL to order your food.

In collaboration with New York Ready, HSSL will be hosting an emergency preparedness resource fair and workshop this Wednesday, November 12th from 4pm-6pm on the 1st floor Bedford Avenue side of the building (please enter at Flatbush).

Dear Community Members,

Are you looking for more than just a job? Here’s your chance to build a meaningful career serving New Yorkers!

The East Flatbush Family Enrichment Center (The Yard) is excited to host:

NYC Government Careers: Civil Service 101 Information Session
Monday, November 17, 2025
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Virtual (Microsoft Teams)

During this session, representatives from the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) will guide you through:

How to apply for civil service jobs
Career opportunities across 80+ city agencies
Benefits, job security, and pathways to advancement

Whether you’re interested in education, social services, law enforcement, health care, IT, or engineering, this session can help you find your calling and start a rewarding career serving your city.

Register here: bit.ly/TheYard11172025

For more information, contact Donelle Brown at donbrown@dcas.nyc.gov.
If you require accommodations to attend, email citywiderecruitment@dcas.nyc.gov.

We hope to see you there as we connect East Flatbush residents to purpose-driven opportunities!

Warm regards,