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PTA Executive Board |
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SCHOOL CLOSING DAYS:
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Deborah Donenfeld, Co-President |
212 675 4420 |
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Deborah Traussi, Co-President |
212 268 0292 |
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Barbara Somlo, Co-Vice Pres. |
212 255 4921 |
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Garry Dobbins Co-Vice Pres. |
212 675 2379 |
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Anna Matos, Treasurer |
212 627 7298 |
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Lillian Quartuccia, Fin. Sec. |
212 967 1742 |
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Stephen Williams, Rec. Sec. |
212 229 1656 |
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Members at Large |
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Lucia Santiago |
212 691 6058 |
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Delia Acosta |
212 243 9254 |
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Lucy Molina |
212 643 1330 |
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Sodelina Holderbaum |
212 255 8430 |
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Laura Wynter |
212 645 1794 |
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Pam Winberry |
212 977 9857 |
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Andrea Di Fiore |
212 366 4621 |
Parent Council Representative |
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Ladan Bassir |
212 924 9102 |
February 17-21, Midwinter Recess
March 13, Thursday 1/2
day
April 17-25, Spring Recess
May 26, Monday Memorial Day
June 26,
Last day of school
PTA MEETINGS COMING UP:
Apr.14th, May 12th Jun.11th
Principal’s Message
Families and Friends of PS 11;
It’s been a while since I spoke to you via this newsletter and I'm glad to have this opportunity to share some thoughts and concerns. Our superintendent, Shelley Harwayne, has been chosen one of the 10 educational leaders for the new Department of Education. As far as I’m concerned, there could be no better choice. Our school, as all the schools in our district will be under her supervision: several other districts will also be part of our "division nine." Change isn’t always easy but I’m asking for your support to make sure learning continues at PS11 as it has for so many years. Please be there if called on to support our educational beliefs: balanced literacy, assessment driven instruction and authentic learning based on what excites our kids.
I know that some parents are
upset with letters they’ve received concerning lateness, but lessons begin at
8:30am; this means children should be in their room and ready to
go. Having high expectations makes the children understand the importance of
each minute of the school day. We, as educators, feel this way. In
case of bad weather or long distances to travel, please plan to leave earlier;
the morning is to drop off your child. Allow the teacher to teach by
making drop off as quickly as possible. I understand sometimes
conversation is needed, but those times should be rare: minutes are too valuable
to give up. Please realize that by acting on these requests we can better
give each child a learning experience rich in content, where both teachers and
students hold high expectations. Thanks, and “see” you next
month.
Francis Del Monaco, Principal
MULTICULTURAL NIGHT - March 20th Come celebrate our diversity. And eat! Laura Wynter is organizing a fun and delicious event, and could use your help. Watch out for the notice reminding you to prepare yourself and a delicious dish. Come meet your child’s friends and their parents. Celebrate PS11’s diversity. Call Laura or leave a message at 212 645-1794 or email her at [email protected]
SUMMER IS
COMING….eventually
For the past few summers OASIS has run a very successful summer camp in central park for children ages 6-13 (continuing this summer) with a new program starting this year on the Lower East Side (Oasis Downtown) using East River Park and a school on Houston Street, ”New Explorations into Science, Technology and Math”. This program is for children ages 4-7. For more information:www.oasischildren.com
Or call the director of enrolment: Anna Lacina 718 596 4900
A BIG THANK YOU!
To all those who gave clothes in response to our request: a great response from our whole community.
Lesbian and Gay
Parents/Families at PS11 will be getting
together Wed., Feb.12th in the Parent Room after drop-off (8:30am) to
plan some events that we, our families, and the PS11 community can join in
together. Questions? Call Trudy at 212 982 0574
see a dream in the making
Stop by the library and see Gil Santiago’s plans for an outdoor science center in the PS11 yard: you won’t believe your eyes. Go to the head of the class Gil. When he’s done, with OUR help, the yard will be a place where our children learn science and self-reliance. Ask how you can help and be a part of an exciting and fun project.
Starting Feb.26th a professional theater team will collaborate with two 3rd grade teachers on Wednesday mornings to help students create an original play in which they identify characters, conflict and resolution. Professional actors will perform the plays in Spring. “This program is an invaluable educational experience supporting P.S.11’s instructional program, and seamlessly meshes literacy and arts.” Fran Del Monaco
Thanks to Kinko’s at 24th St and 7th Ave for freely printing our newsletter - 212-929-2679
