QUICK LINKS
UPDATE Chancellor R. Carranza September 9th
Update for Families_September 8 2020.pdf
DOE_BackToSchoolPledge_FINAL.pdf
Update for Families on Instruction_August 6 2020.pdf
Update for Families on Health and Safety Protocols August 3 2020.pdf
Update for Families-Reopening_July 8 2020.pdf
Update for Families_July 13 2020.pdf
Grading Policy for Remote Learning
Update for Families_April_11_2020.pdf
Sending out love to all of our students! #IS131MissesYou.
6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Orientation Schedules for tomorrow
iLearnNYC
The DOE is providing free access to summer reading and learning resources for all NYC students.
However, Family Welcome Centers are operating remotely and staff are available to support by email, phone or video conference
6th Grade Resource Website
FIVE THEMES OF GEOGRAPHY - 6th GRADE Summer Reading
6 Grade Science Summer Packet 2020
Virtual Field Trips
Grade 6 Math Summer Learning Resources
Intro with (decimal place value)
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/cc-fifth-grade-math#imp-place-value-and-decimals
Decimal on a number line
Decimal in expanded form
Adding decimals
Subtracting Decimals
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/cc-fifth-grade-math#subtract-decimals
Khan Academy link to Fractions
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/cc-fifth-grade-math/imp-fractions-3
Khan Academy link to Multi Digit multiplication and division
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/cc-fifth-grade-math/multi-digit-multiplication-and-division
Divide Fractions
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/cc-fifth-grade-math/divide-fractions
Multiplying Fractions
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/cc-fifth-grade-math/5th-multiply-fractions
Multiply Decimals
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/cc-fifth-grade-math/imp-multiplication-and-division-3
Divide Decimals
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/cc-fifth-grade-math/divide-decimals
PBS Learning (5th Grade Interactive Lesson on Operations with Fractions): https://www.pbslearningmedia.org/student/code/car10970/
PBS Learning (5th Comparing Decimals Interactive Lesson): https://www.pbslearningmedia.org/student/code/grape00353/
PBS Learning - Coordinate Plane Practice
https://ny.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/mgbh.math.oa.makeitmath/make-it-math/
Plotting points on a coordinate plane videos: https://youtu.be/1O12C9EcdFo and
Practice: https://www.ixl.com/math/grade-6/graph-points-on-a-coordinate-plane and
https://www.mathplayground.com/space_graph/index.html
Change Percent to Decimal https://youtu.be/u5WkQQB70qo
Change Decimal to Percent https://youtu.be/5z568fLBQyQ
Quizizz:
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/59fbc2590f30dc100014a29c/convert-percent-to-decimal
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/59efa775d82fb81100c61446/converting-decimal-to-percent
Using Fractions Decimals and Percents Interchangeably https://youtu.be/rqlPKSvQ-YU
Practice: https://www.ixl.com/math/grade-5/convert-between-percents-fractions-and-decimals
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/581cc476675bc49b5b7ca036/converting-fractions-decimals-percents
Greatest Common Factors
Least Common Multiple
Practice with GCF and LCM:
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/59d96efefd0f8211008cbd68/lcm-gcf
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/57e2f832962f3dba64549156/gcf-and-lcm
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/5b7d831b2dabab0019522f5b/gcf-and-lcm
Operations with Fractions:
Adding Fractions: https://youtu.be/tDQipFjAoT8
Subtracting Fractions: https://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/fraction-arithmetic/arith-review-add-sub-fractions/v/subtracting-small-fractions-with-unlike-denominators
Practice with Adding and Subtracting Fractions: https://www.ixl.com/math/grade-6/add-and-subtract-fractions-with-unlike-denominators
https://quizizz.com/admin/search/adding%20and%20subtracting%20fractions
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/586ffdfed32ab6d13bfa790a/add-subtract-fractions-w-unlike-denominators
Multiplying Fractions:
Multiplying Fractions with whole numbers:
Dividing Fractions:
Dividing Fractions with whole numbers:
Practice with Multiplying and Dividing Fractions:
https://www.ipracticemath.com/math-problem/fraction/multiplying-simple-fractions
https://www.ipracticemath.com/math-problem/fraction/dividing-two-fractions
https://www.ipracticemath.com/math-problem/fraction/dividing-fractions-by-whole-numbers
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/5846d7700a6a78381cedbd06/multiplying-and-dividing-fractions
Challenge: https://www.mathgoodies.com/lessons/unit17/challenge_unit17
Grade 7 Math Summer Learning Resources
PBS Learning - Coordinate Plane Practice
https://ny.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/mgbh.math.oa.makeitmath/make-it-math/
Plotting points on a coordinate plane videos: https://youtu.be/1O12C9EcdFo and
Practice: https://www.ixl.com/math/grade-6/graph-points-on-a-coordinate-plane and
https://www.mathplayground.com/space_graph/index.html
Change Percent to Decimal https://youtu.be/u5WkQQB70qo
Change Decimal to Percent https://youtu.be/5z568fLBQyQ
Quizizz:
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/59fbc2590f30dc100014a29c/convert-percent-to-decimal
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/59efa775d82fb81100c61446/converting-decimal-to-percent
Using Fractions Decimals and Percents Interchangeably https://youtu.be/rqlPKSvQ-YU
Practice: https://www.ixl.com/math/grade-5/convert-between-percents-fractions-and-decimals
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/581cc476675bc49b5b7ca036/converting-fractions-decimals-percents
Greatest Common Factors
Least Common Multiple
Practice with GCF and LCM:
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/59d96efefd0f8211008cbd68/lcm-gcf
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/57e2f832962f3dba64549156/gcf-and-lcm
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/5b7d831b2dabab0019522f5b/gcf-and-lcm
Operations with Fractions:
Adding Fractions: https://youtu.be/tDQipFjAoT8
Subtracting Fractions: https://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/fraction-arithmetic/arith-review-add-sub-fractions/v/subtracting-small-fractions-with-unlike-denominators
Practice with Adding and Subtracting Fractions: https://www.ixl.com/math/grade-6/add-and-subtract-fractions-with-unlike-denominators
https://quizizz.com/admin/search/adding%20and%20subtracting%20fractions
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/586ffdfed32ab6d13bfa790a/add-subtract-fractions-w-unlike-denominators
Multiplying Fractions:
Multiplying Fractions with whole numbers:
Dividing Fractions:
Dividing Fractions with whole numbers:
Practice with Multiplying and Dividing Fractions:
https://www.ipracticemath.com/math-problem/fraction/multiplying-simple-fractions
https://www.ipracticemath.com/math-problem/fraction/dividing-two-fractions
https://www.ipracticemath.com/math-problem/fraction/dividing-fractions-by-whole-numbers
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/5846d7700a6a78381cedbd06/multiplying-and-dividing-fractions
Challenge: https://www.mathgoodies.com/lessons/unit17/challenge_unit17
Introduction to key words for percents (mark up, mark down, tip, commission)
https://quizlet.com/196887448/vocabulary-tax-tip-markup-discount-flash-cards/
Solving One Step Equations with Addition and Subtraction https://youtu.be/l3XzepN03KQ
Solving One Step Equations with Multiplication and Division
For Practice:
https://www.ixl.com/math/grade-7/solve-one-step-equations
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/5d89fc9e612894001bd7d023/solving-one-step-equations
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/581b60b478fb0845338ab11a/solving-one-step-equations
Inequalities
With Addition and Subtraction:
With Multiplication and Division:
Practice Problems:
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/5eb8d114b54cff001c42bbe5/one-step-inequalities
https://quizizz.com/admin/search/solving%20one%20step%20inequalities
Determine if Ratios are Equivalent https://youtu.be/YcIUt5kFkmA
Ratios and Tables: https://youtu.be/s9XFvTkHQ9s
For Practice:
https://www.ixl.com/math/grade-6/ratio-tables
Introduction to Integers (with number line) https://youtu.be/k80NmZ-8VEc
Grade 8 Math Summer Learning Resources
Exponents (expanded form using powers of 10): https://youtu.be/8hTTZZp_VmE
Introduction to Exponents: https://youtu.be/lDie9CnFgUg
How Exponents Work: https://youtu.be/kW9zz2Yom5s
Exponents Expanded (advanced version): https://youtu.be/X8Q4Ie6dgwU
Expansion of Exponents Worksheet - MathWorksheets4Kids website
https://www.ixl.com/standards/common-core/math/grade-8
Graphing - moving figures on a grid
Introduction to Transformations: https://youtu.be/VJTxv-tRKj0
Math Games Website - Identify Reflection, Rotations, and Translations (8th grade):
https://www.mathgames.com/skill/8.17-identify-reflections-rotations-and-translations
Solving One Step Equations:https://youtu.be/JrolgDL5v3w
Solving Two Step Equations: https://youtu.be/LDIiYKYvvdA
Practice Problems on Quizizz website
Unit Rate (create a table): https://youtu.be/ChaA2q7SmTU
Unit Rate (from a table): https://youtu.be/wasEKQkA7MA
Use Khan Academy for Practice: https://www.khanacademy.org/math/pre-algebra/pre-algebra-ratios-rates/pre-algebra-constant-of-proportionality/e/constant-of-proportionality-from-tables
Proportional vs. Non Proportional Relationships: https://youtu.be/HwJPkXOboBk
Examples of Proportional vs. Non Proportional Relationships:
https://reidmath.squarespace.com/s/Prop-vs-NonProp.pdf
Practice with Proportional and. Non Proportional Relationships:
https://mathbitsnotebook.com/JuniorMath/RatioProportion/RPConstantPractice.html
Writing Linear Equations from a Real World Scenario
Introduction: https://youtu.be/5EdbPz1ZVn0
Tutorial: https://youtu.be/JRSyanPCHn4
MathWarehouse - Linear Equations in the Real World (practice problems): https://www.mathwarehouse.com/algebra/linear_equation/real-world-application.php
Angles
Introduction to Adjacent, Vertical, Supplementary and Complementary Angles:
More Advanced Problems: https://youtu.be/rjOjwcV79HM
Practice with Quizizz and Kahoot
8th grade version: Parallel Lines cut by a Transversal:
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/basic-geo/basic-geo-angle/angles-between-lines/v/angles-formed-by-parallel-lines-and-transversals OR https://youtu.be/qTD_z47egHs
Practice: https://www.mathwarehouse.com/geometry/angle/parallel-lines-transversal-practice.php
https://www.ixl.com/math/geometry/transversals-of-parallel-lines-find-angle-measures
Summer Packet - Some Fun Science Stuff our students can do over the summer
7th Grade Going in 8th Grade Resources
7th & 8th Grade ELA/Home
Summer Reading - Outgoing Senior
Grade 6 End of the Year Virtual Trip
Last day of school/Summer School 2020
-
Summer School information for elementary thru High School, including student with 12 month IEP services.
-
Messages for Families - New York City Department of Education, with links: https://nyc.pollsitelocator.com/search, https://nycabsentee.com/, https://vote.nyc/
-
-
-
-
-
Parent's June Events & 2020 Graduation
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
District 8 CEC upcoming meeting
-
-
-
-
-
-
June 2020 Calendar
-
June
-
May
Parent letter for any agency
Coping with Grief & Resources for Mental Healthy
-
Stress Management during COVID-19: A webinar for parents and caregivers
-
Coping with grief
-
Resources for Mental Healthy
Update! Grab-&-Go Three Free Meals For All
https://www.opt-osfns.org/schoolfoodny/meals/default.aspx
or See locations List below.
How to Pick Up a Meal:
- No registration, ID, or documentation required.
- All three meals a day may be picked up at the same time.
- No dining space is available, so meals must be eaten off premises.
- Parents and guardians may pick up meals for their children.
Learning More About Covid-19 In Children
Family Time
After studying various cultures and traditions in dance students share what they have learned with our school community. Family time! A light of hope through difficult times. Thanks for sharing!
8th Grade Parent Meeting & Spirit Week @ Home
-
8th Grade Parent Meeting
-
8th Grade @ Home Spirit Week
City looks to distribute 100,000 masks by Tuesday to enforce proper social distancing
Face Coverings Distribution
Soundview Park
Near I.S. 131
Field House on Lafayette Ave between Colgate Ave and Boynton Ave. Bronx, NY
Face covering distribution date:
Monday, May 4, 2PM-4PM
Family Fun Friday
Fact Sheet: Pediatric Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome
Theme: Computer Science - Students learned how to use coding to draw, and geometric shapes to draw.
Update Remote Learning Device
The DOE is lending internet-enabled iPads to students who are in need of a device by Thursday, April 27, 2020
https://twitter.com/NYCImmigrants/status/1250440889345798144…Parents can fill out the Remote Learning Device Request form at https://coronavirus.schools.nyc/RemoteLearningDevices… or call 718-935-5100 and choose Option 5
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Google Classroom English/Spanish parent tutorial
Food Resources/ Recursos para Comida
I.S. 131 Families
-
-
If you are in need of technology for your household, please follow these instructions.
Resources
CDC Staff will NOT go door-to-door. If you experience this, call 911
Resources,
Here are some links and information you can access care and resources, regardless of immigration status.
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/coronavirus.page
Food Pantries and community kitchens
- Food pantries provide groceries you can cook at home and community kitchens provide hot meals. If you need food immediately, find locations near you by using the NYC Food Map.
Free meals for all NYC Children
- The NYC DOE provides three free meals daily. All three meals can be picked up at the same time from 7:30am-1:30pm. Please refer to this pick up location map. No registration, ID, or documentation is required.
- Nutritional information is available.
Home-delivered meals
- For people age 60 and older, the NYC Department for the Aging provides access to home-delivered meals. A case manager/social worker can visit your home to provide in-home care, such as assistance with household chores, personal care, and referrals to additional resources.
UPDATE Free Internet
Altice USA - Availabe in Bronx
Altice USA said that it would offer Altice Advantage 30 mgbs broadband service for free to college students without Internet service for 60 days. Eligible students can call 866-200-9522 to enroll. For more information see https://www.alticeusa.com/news/articles/feature/corporate/altice-usa-brings-free-broadband-k-12-and-college-students-during-coronavirus-pandemic
Comcast
Comcast is offering free public Wi-Fi for 60 Days to families who do not already have a subscription. For access, call 1-855-846-8376 for English and 1-855-765-6995 for Spanish. https://corporate.comcast.com/press/releases/internet-essentials-low-income-broadband-coronavirus-pandemic
Charter Spectrum Broadband
Charter announced that it would offer free high-speed Spectrum Internet service and Wi-Fi for 60 days to households with students taking online classes because of the coronavirus outbreak. Students can call (844) 488-8395 to enroll. Installation fees will be waived for new student households, the company said. Spectrum said regular pricing will take effect at the end of the 60-day period if a customer doesn’t cancel or change the service. For more information, see https://corporate.charter.com/newsroom/charter-to-offer-free-access-to-spectrum-broadband-and-wifi-for-60-days-for-new-K12-and-college-student-households-and-more
AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint and Comcast have announced additional services during the coronavirus outbreak, such as the removal of data caps and waiver of late fees. Students should check with their individual carriers for these arrangements. https://www.cnet.com/news/carriers-are-suspending-internet-data-caps-during-coronavirus/
I.S. 131 Community
Please click on the link below to complete.
Important Information to all Families
Dear Families,
All of us are living through an unprecedented time as we work to keep our communities safe and healthy in the face of the coronavirus. New Yorkers are joining millions in cities, states, and nations across the world in confronting decisions that we’ve never had to face—and maybe never could have imagined having to.
Here in New York, Mayor de Blasio and I have been clear that any changes to our school system as we know it would be an extreme measure—a last resort. We’ve been monitoring the outbreak in New York City day by day, hour by hour, minute by minute. This weekend, it became clear that continuing public education in our school buildings was no longer sustainable for the time being.
On Sunday, we announced that for the next three and a half weeks, we are moving to a remote learning model, with a projected reopening of school buildings the week of April 20, 2020. I know this may feel abrupt, and has the potential to cause disruption in your lives. We are committed to consistent and clear communication with you throughout this time period, and a clear understanding of what will happen.
Our announcement today means that Monday, March 16, school buildings are closed and students will be out of session. However, students and families can pick up medication or receive any standard medical services from Tuesday through Thursday, during regular school hours; school nurses and school based health center staff will be on site. During that time, teachers will also be expected to report to their buildings and receive full-day professional development on remote learning.
Later in the week, students will begin picking up materials, including technology to participate in remote learning when needed. Additional guidance on all of this will be shared with you in the next couple of days. All throughout this week, grab-and-go breakfast will be available at the entrance of every school building from 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Any student can pick up breakfast and lunch at any school building. On Monday, March 23, we will be opening several dozen Regional Enrichment Centers across the City, to serve the children of our City’s first responders, healthcare workers, transit workers, and our most vulnerable populations.
That Monday, we will also launch remote learning for grades K-12. I have every confidence in New York City educators and know they will rise to the occasion, and dedicate the same passion for delivering high-quality instruction remotely as they do in the classroom. We know we have the most dedicated school staff: teachers, custodians, administrators, and especially the school food workers who will be continuing to work during this time as part of a citywide meals program. More information on the launch of that program will be coming soon.
I want to be clear that this is not a closure, but a transition. We will not lower our expectations for our students. We know they are hungry to learn and we will match their curiosity and passion with work-fromhome materials, including distribution of devices that will support our remote-learning instructional model.
There are already instructional resources available for every grade level in every subject at schools.nyc.gov/learnathome.
We know this is a difficult time, and we are working hard to make sure our City continues to support families in every way we can. I want to assure families we’re working to make this as seamless a transition as possible.
Now is the time to come together to do what’s best for the health and safety of all New Yorkers. We are with you, partners in education in the greatest city in the world. We have the world’s most talented students, educators, and staff—and nothing will ever change that.
We will continue to communicate with you in the coming days, and encourage you to visit our website at https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/health-and-wellness/coronavirus-update for more information and updates on this transition.
Sincerely,
Richard A. Carranza Chancellor New York City Department of Education
Parent/Guardians & Students Update#3
NYC PUBLIC SCHOOL WILL BE CLOSE
Mayor Bill de Blasio and Schools Chancellor Richard A. Carranza today announced the New York City School will be closed, students will not report to school for instruction.
ATTENTION PARENTS/GUARDIAN
NYC School meals are available in every school from 7:30am - 1pm.
Breakfast and Lunch will be available at every building through Grab-and-Go meals, and it's ANY SCHOOL. So if you live closer to another school, go there.
Message From Our Principal
Dear I.S. 131 School Community,
Welcome to March! We would like to thank all of our parents and guardians for assisting us in ensuring that our students are Polite, Prepared, and Punctual! By this time that you have been informed, via letter, if your child has Promotion In Doubt (PID). This letter informed you of your child’s progress thus far this year. As the letter indicates that there is a “doubt” but it is not a certainty. With all of us working together we can erase the “doubt”. Remember to contact your child’s teacher via is131.org or set up an appointment during our Tuesday Engagement session if you have any questions or concerns. Second Quarter Report cards were distributed to students on Friday, January 31, 2020 and Promotion In Doubt letters were distributed to students by Friday, February 15, 2020. Students who received a Promotion-In-Doubt letter also had this information mailed to the home address on record. Please contact me if you have not received this important information.
Our job at I.S. 131 is to work with our parents and guardians for the benefit of our children. We hope at this time that you have been able to review your child’s second quarter report card and have contacted your child’s teachers, if you have any concerns. Remember, open communication is key in assisting your child academically. We would like to remind you that our teachers are available through is131.org, as well as during our Family Engagement time on Tuesday afternoons from 3:10 pm – 3:45 pm. If you are experiencing any difficulties with logging into the various websites or would like assistance with scheduling an appointment, please contact the Grade Assistant Principal for assistance.
Grade 8 – Mr. C. Acevedo – ext. 236
Grade 7 – Ms. C. Kenny - ext. 104
Grade 6 – Ms. E. Moro-Sullivan – ext. 116
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2020. Students will be dismissed at 11:30 am. The afternoon session will be held from 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm, while the evening session will be held from 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm. Remember, this is a wonderful opportunity to discuss their academic progress as well as to voice any concerns. During this time please contact the teachers via email or by phone due to the concerns regarding coronavirus.
We are pleased to offer additional academic supports through our Saturday Test Prep Academy which began on Saturday, January 17th. The program takes place from 9:00 to 12:00.
We are also offering additional academic support in ELA on Wednesdays from 2:30 pm – 4:35 pm and Math on Thursdays 2:30 pm – 4:05 pm. Sign up your child today!
All applications for our various programs are available in our Main Office for pick up or you may request us to send it home with your child.
Remember, all students should be reading for 30 minutes each night and should log this information every day on their Reading Tracker sheet or logged on to I-Ready for extra support in ELA and Math. So, if your child states that they do not have any homework, please ask them about their reading or I-Ready. Please check Pupilpath.com weekly to see the progress of your child and to contact any teacher if you have any questions or concerns.
We have been working to Prepare your child for the upcoming State Exams. As I have mentioned in an earlier communication that in order to assist your child in doing their best academically, we have made some changes in our weekly flow. On Fridays, students in ELA and Math are participating in Focus Fridays. Students are given a short exam based on material that they need to be familiar with on their grade level. These exams are graded and the students are provided with the results and this information is used to provide support on Skills Day as well as Content Re-Teach Day. You can monitor the progress of your child by logging onto www.pupilpath.com. Please contact your grade Assistant Principal if you need assistance with accessing this site.
As you are aware, our students become stressful when faced with the New York State Exams. In order to alleviate this stress and to acclimate our students to the rigors of the State Exams, we conducted a Simulation Exam for ELA on Wednesday, February 5th and Thursday, February 6th. We also conducted a Simulation Exam for Math on Wednesday, February 26th and Thursday, February 27th. We have met with your children in Grade Assemblies and Town Hall meetings and gathered their feedback regarding testing and their concerns for the upcoming State Exams. We are utilizing this information to provide the necessary supports for your child to do their best.
In order for your child to do their best on these exams, it is imperative that they are Prepared and Punctual. Students should get plenty of sleep, arrive to school on time, eat breakfast, have two sharpened number two pencils, and “Bring their A Game!”.
Remember this is a partnership between you, your child, and the school. When we work together, there is nothing that your child can’t accomplish!
Coming soon:
Dates to Remember!
|
Date |
Day |
Event |
|
March 12th
|
Thursday |
Students dismissed at 11:30 am Parent-Teacher Conferences 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm & 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm - Online or by Phone |
|
March 25 & 26 |
Wednesday & Thursday |
New York State ELA Exam – Bring a sharpened #2 pencil! |
|
April 9th – April 17th |
Thursday – Friday |
SPRING RECESS! |
|
April 20th |
Monday |
Return to School by 8:10 am |
|
April 22nd & April 23rd |
Wednesday & Thursday |
NYS MATH Exam– Bring a sharpened #2 pencil! |
|
May 14th |
Thursday |
Evening Conference – 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm |
|
May 25th |
Monday |
Memorial Day Observed (schools closed) |
Remember to check our websites weekly for other events such as our monthly workshops offered by our Parent Association as well as our Parent Coordinator, Ms. N. Rodriguez. Please contact Ms. N. Rodriguez, at extension 111, if you would like additional information.
Thank you for being a positive part of our I.S. 131 school community.
Sincerely,
Ms. Monique Mason
Principal
Family Paint & Mingle Night @ I.S. 131
Science Fair
I.S. 131 Sports Schedules
Ms. Kava - 6th Grade Guidance
September 5, 2019
Dear Parents and Guardians of our 6th Grade Scholars,
Welcome back! I hope you enjoyed your summer. My name is Mrs. Melendez, and I am a bilingual Guidance Counselor at I.S. 131, The Albert Einstein Intermediate School.
I am excited to be working with your families this year. My goal is to help your child not only achieve academic success, but support their social and emotional needs in our school community. I look forward to communicating with our 6th graders, families, and staff to collaborate on your child’s success this school year.
We will be having our Town Hall meeting where we will recognize those students who had Perfect Attendance for the month of September. We will also be recognizing our Student of the Month from each class. This is an honor that is bestowed on a student who has been recognized by their teachers for their effort and diligence academically as well as behaviorally. This is also a forum for your child to voice their opinions regarding how their year is going as well as any questions or concerns.
If you have additional questions or concerns feel free to contact me at (718) 991-7490, extension 232
Thank you for all that you do to support your child’s education!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Melendez
Guidance Counselor
Ms. Melendez - 7th Grade Guidance
September 5, 2019
Dear Parents and Guardians of our 7th Grade Scholars,
Welcome back! I hope you enjoyed your summer. My name is Mrs. Melendez, and I am a bilingual Guidance Counselor at I.S. 131, The Albert Einstein Intermediate School. I am excited to be working with your families this year. My goal is to help your child not only achieve academic success, but support their social and emotional needs in our school community. I look forward to communicating with our 7th graders, families, and staff to collaborate on your child’s success this school year. Seventh Graders will participate in our College Access For All Program. As participants in College Access, all 7th grade students will be able to visit colleges throughout the year to explore different options for their future. I am available to meet with you to discuss any issues, ideas and to strengthen our school/home linkage. Seventh grade is a year of transition as well as a year where our students are trying to find how they fit into their social circle. It is important that we work together to help your child achieve academic achievement.
If you have additional questions or concerns feel free to contact me at (718) 991-7490, extension 232
Thank you for all that you do to support your child’s education!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Melendez
Guidance Counselor
Ms. Kava - 8th Grade Guidance
September 12, 2019
Greetings Members of the I.S. 131 – Albert Einstein Family,
I’d like to re-introduce myself, my name is Emilie Kava and I am the 8th Grade Guidance Counselor. I have been working here at I.S. 131 – Albert Einstein for 19 years! I work closely with the students and staff to ensure that every child comes to school healthy, happy and well prepared.
Middle School is one of the most challenging experiences in a young person’s life. Children are entering adolescence and trying to find themselves. Working together, we can make sure that your child successfully navigates middle school and goes above and beyond their potential. This year, your scholars will be taking part in the High School Admission Process. It is a very important part of their 8th grade fall semester. I will assist families throughout the process and offer support and advice.
The school year is off to a great start and I cannot wait to work with all of the children and their families. I will be here on Thursday, September 19, 2019 during our Parent Teacher Meet and Greet from 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm!
**It is extremely important that you attend the Meet and Greet, as there will also be a High School Application Process presentation, which will start promptly at 6:00pm.**
If you cannot attend the Thursday, September 19, 2019 Parent Teacher Meet and Greet, I will be contacting you to set up an appointment to review the High School Application Process
I can be reached by phone at 718-991-7490, extension 203, and by email ekava@schools.nyc.gov. I will make every effort to get back to you by the end of the school day; however, the best form of communication is through email. Always let me know your name, your child’s name and class and a phone number (if a call is needed) where you can be reached.
Again, Welcome Back to the I.S. 131 – Albert Einstein Family!
Educationally yours,
Emilie Kava
Guidance Counselor
6th Grade Newsletter
GRADE 6 NEWSLETTER
Welcome to March!
Second Quarter Report cards were distributed to students on Friday, January 31, 2020 and Promotion In Doubt letters were distributed to students by Friday, February 15, 2020. Students who received a Promotion-In-Doubt letter also had this information mailed to the home address on record. Please contact me if you have not received this important information.
Our Second Quarter Honor Roll Assembly was held on Tuesday, February 4 at 9 am. Congratulations to all students who achieved this honor.
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2020. Students will be dismissed at 11:30 am. The afternoon session will be held from 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm, while the evening session will be held from 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm. Remember, this is a wonderful opportunity to discuss their academic progress as well as to voice any concerns. During this time please contact the teachers via email or by phone due to the concerns regarding coronavirus.
The New York State English Language Arts and Mathematics Exams are fast approaching. We offer the follow advice so that your child will do their best!
- Come to school prepared:
- Get a good night sleep
- Eat a healthy breakfast (but not too much!)
- Arrive on time
- Bring #2 pencils
- Read the directions.
- Read the passages/problem. Note any key ideas.
- Read the questions carefully.
- Figure out what the question is asking you. Try to restate the question in your own words.
- Go back into the passage/problem to check the answer.
- Check to make sure you bubbled in correctly. Do NOT “double-bubble”.
- Plan your time well.
- Do not leave any answer blank.
- Relax! Do your best!
- First and most important, talk to your child’s teacher often to monitor your child’s progress and find out what activities you can do at home to help your child.
- Make sure your child is well rested the day of the test.
- Make sure your child eats a well-balanced breakfast the morning of the test.
- Make sure that your child is not late or absent the day of the test.
- Make sure your child brings sharpened # 2 pencils to school.
- Don’t be overly anxious about the test scores, but encourage your child to take the test seriously.
- Tell your child to “Relax! Do your best!”
We have been preparing your child to be College & Career Ready and the State Exams are another venue to assess your child’s progress. Remember we believe in your children and we will continue to emphasize to them to utilize the skills that they have been taught this year and to do their best. The State Exams do not signal the end of the school year for learning but are just a stop along our academic highway. Please join with us in emphasizing this belief to your children.
Other News:
We have been holding Town Hall Meetings each month with our students where we acknowledge our students with Perfect Attendance for each month. We have averaged 53 students with Perfect Attendance and that is thanks to our parents.
Remember, we are here to assist your child to achieve and grow educationally, emotionally, and socially. Our goal at IS 131 is for all of our students to be College and Career ready and when we work together this goal can be achieved.
Our staff is always available through our Pupilpath communication system. If you would like to set up an appointment to meet and discuss your child, contact me at emorosu@schools.nyc.gov to set up a date and time.
Dates to Remember!
|
Date |
Day |
Event |
|
March 12th
|
Thursday |
Students dismissed at 11:30 am Parent-Teacher Conferences 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm & 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm - Online or by Phone |
|
March 25 & 26 |
Wednesday & Thursday |
New York State ELA Exam – Bring a sharpened #2 pencil! |
|
April 9th – April 17th |
Thursday – Friday |
SPRING RECESS! |
|
April 20th |
Monday |
Return to School by 8:10 am |
|
April 22nd & April 23rd |
Wednesday & Thursday |
NYS MATH Exam– Bring a sharpened #2 pencil! |
|
May 14th |
Thursday |
Evening Conference – 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm |
|
May 25th |
Monday |
Memorial Day Observed (schools closed) |
Feel free to contact me anytime at emorosu@schools.nyc.gov if you have any questions or concerns.
Thank you for your support!
7th Grade NewsLetter
GRADE 7 NEWSLETTER
Our countdown begins to the New York State ELA and Mathematics Exam, as they are fast approaching. We have 17 school days until the ELA Exam. All students need to be in attendance on March 25th and 26th. We have 30 school days until the Math Exam. All students need to be in attendance on April 22nd and 23rd.
We offer the following advice so that your child will do their best!
- Come to school prepared:
- Get a good night sleep
- Eat a healthy breakfast (but not too much!)
- Arrive on time
- Bring #2 pencils
- Read the directions.
- Read the passages/problem. Note any key ideas.
- Read the questions carefully.
- Figure out what the question is asking you. Try to restate the question in your own words.
- Go back into the passage/problem to check the answer.
- Check to make sure you bubbled in correctly. Do NOT “double-bubble”.
- Plan your time well.
- Do not leave any answer blank.
- Relax! Do your best!
- First and most important, talk to your child’s teacher often to monitor your child’s progress and find out what activities you can do at home to help your child.
- Make sure your child is well rested the day of the test.
- Make sure your child eats a well-balanced breakfast the morning of the test.
- Make sure that your child is not late or absent the day of the test.
- Make sure your child brings sharpened # 2 pencils to school.
- Don’t be overly anxious about the test scores, but encourage your child to take the test seriously.
- Tell your child to “Relax! Do your best!”
Second Quarter Report cards as well as Promotion In Doubt letters were distributed to students during the week of February 10, 2020. Students who received a Promotion-In-Doubt letter also had this information mailed to the home address on record. Please contact me if you have not received this important information.
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2020. Students will be dismissed at 11:30 am. The afternoon session will be held from 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm, while the evening session will be held from 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm. Remember, this is a wonderful opportunity to meet with your child and their teacher to discuss their academic progress as well as to voice any concerns relative to their grades and promotion in doubt letters.
Our students must come to school prepared, in uniform, and ready to learn. It is extremely important that our students come to school each day and on time by 8:10 am in the morning. We want all of our scholars to arrive to school every day to work hard and do the very best that they can. Every scholar matters! We have RTI intervention, Power Hour in ELA and Math, ELA Afterschool Enrichment every Wednesday, Math Afterschool Enrichment every Thursday, and Saturday School. Please support our students both at school and at home to ensure that they are attending all opportunities for academic support. Our students receive daily homework assignments in both ELA and Math classes, and are expected to independently read at night. It is imperative our students increase their reading stamina and read 45 minutes to 60 minutes a day.
In March, we will be having our Town Hall meeting where we will discuss student data trends and set new goals for our students to be successful. During Town Hall, we recognize students with various awards and certificates for Perfect Attendance, Shining Stars, Most Improved Students, and the Citizenship Award for every content area in each class. This is an honor that is bestowed on students who have been recognized by their teachers for their effort and diligence academically as well as behaviorally. This is also a forum for your child to voice their opinions regarding how their year is going as well as any questions or concerns.
REMINDER:
Please check Pupil Path each week to see the progress of your child and email the teacher if you have any questions or concerns. Please contact our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Natalie Rodriguez or our Assistant Principal, Ms. Kenny, if you have not received your log on information. Our Instructional Focus this year is to move our students towards proficiency in ELA and Math. It is important that students read for 45 to 60 minutes every night and complete their Reading Logs. Students are given Math homework daily. Students can use their notebooks, as well as websites like Kahn Academy to help them understand mathematical concepts being taught in school.
Expectations for Students
- Dress Code – Navy Blue Top or any I.S 131 labeled shirts/Black or Tan Pants
- Hats and Hoodies should remain off while you are in the building
- Cells phones and electronics are off and out of sight
- All members of the community arrive daily to school and class on time and prepared
Dates to Remember:
|
Th |
Date |
Day of the Week |
Reason |
|
March |
4 |
Wednesday |
ELA Afterschool 2:35 pm to 4:35 pm |
|
March |
5 |
Thursday |
Math Afterschool 2:35 pm to 4:35 pm |
|
March |
7 |
Saturday |
Saturday School 9 am to 12 noon |
|
March |
11 |
Wednesday |
ELA Afterschool 2:35 pm to 4:35 pm |
|
March |
12 |
Thursday |
Math Afterschool **CANCELLED |
|
March |
12 |
Thursday |
Parent Teacher Conferences **Marking Period 3 Progress Reports 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm & 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm |
|
March |
14 |
Saturday |
Saturday School 9 am to 12 noon |
|
March |
18 |
Wednesday |
ELA Afterschool 2:35 pm to 4:35 pm |
|
March |
19 |
Thursday |
Math Afterschool 2:35 pm to 4:35 pm |
|
March |
21 |
Saturday |
Saturday School 9 am to 12 noon |
|
March |
25 |
Wednesday |
New York State ELA Exam Day 1 |
|
March |
26 |
Thursday |
New York State ELA Exam Day 2 |
|
March |
28 |
Saturday |
Saturday School 9 am to 12 noon |
|
April |
1 |
Thursday |
Math Afterschool 2:35 pm to 4:35 pm |
|
April |
4 |
Saturday |
Saturday School 9 am to 12 noon |
|
April |
9 -17 |
Thursday - Friday |
SPRING RECESS! |
|
April |
20 |
Monday |
School Reopens |
|
April |
22 |
Wednesday |
New York State Mathematics Exam Day 1 |
|
April |
23 |
Thursday |
New York State Mathematics Exam Day 2 |
Feel free to contact me anytime at Ckenny6@schools.nyc.gov if you have any questions or concerns.
Grade 8 Newsletter
Senior Parent letter #6 3/13/2020
Dear I.S. 131 family members,
Second Quarter Report cards were distributed to students on Friday, January 31, 2020 and Promotion In Doubt letters were distributed to students by Friday, February 15, 2020. Students who received a Promotion-In-Doubt letter also had this information mailed to the home address on record. Please contact me if you have not received this important information.
Our Second Quarter Honor Roll Assembly was held on Tuesday, February 4 at 9 am. Congratulations to all students who achieved this honor.
Parent-Teacher Conferences were not held this past week (March 12th) due to the safety concerns related to the coronavirus. In lieu of that, we held virtual conferences via phone calls or e-mail. Our staff is always available through our Pupilpath communication system. If you would like to set up an appointment to meet and discuss your child, contact me at CAceved5@schools.com to set up a date and time. Keep in mind that we are always available to discuss your child’s; academic concerns every Tuesday afternoon from 3:15 pm -3:45 pm,
The New York State English Language Arts and Mathematics Exams are fast approaching. We offer the follow advice so that your child will do their best!
TESTING TIPS FOR STUDENTS
- Come to school prepared:
- Get a good night sleep
- Eat a healthy breakfast (but not too much!)
- Arrive on time
- Bring #2 pencils
- Read the directions.
- Read the passages/problem. Note any key ideas.
- Read the questions carefully.
- Figure out what the question is asking you. Try to restate the question in your own words.
- Go back into the passage/problem to check the answer.
- Check to make sure you bubbled in correctly. Do NOT “double-bubble”.
- Plan your time well.
- Do not leave any answer blank.
- Relax! Do your best!
TESTING TIPS FOR PARENTS
- First and most important, talk to your child’s teacher often to monitor your child’s progress and find out what activities you can do at home to help your child.
- Make sure your child is well rested the day of the test.
- Make sure your child eats a well-balanced breakfast the morning of the test.
- Make sure that your child is not late or absent the day of the test.
- Make sure your child brings sharpened # 2 pencils to school.
- Don’t be overly anxious about the test scores, but encourage your child to take the test seriously.
- Tell your child to “Relax! Do your best!”
We have been preparing your child to be College & Career Ready and the State Exams are another venue to assess your child’s progress. Remember we believe in your children and we will continue to emphasize to them to utilize the skills that they have been taught this year and to do their best. The State Exams do not signal the end of the school year for learning but are just a stop along our academic highway. Please join with us in emphasizing this belief to your children.
Remember, we are here to assist your child to achieve and grow educationally, emotionally, and socially. Our goal at IS 131 is for all of our students to be College and Career ready and when we work together this goal can be achieved.
8th Grade Dates to Remember!
|
Date |
Day |
Event |
|
March 12th
|
Thursday |
Students dismissed at 11:30 am Parent-Teacher Conferences 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm- Online or by Phone |
|
March 18th |
Wednesday |
Hip Hop Assembly “Pep Rally” |
|
March 25 & 26 |
Wednesday & Thursday |
New York State ELA Exam – Bring a sharpened #2 pencil! |
|
April 8th |
Wednesday |
Yankee Day –selected students |
|
April 9th – April 17th |
Thursday – Friday |
SPRING RECESS! |
|
April 20th |
Monday |
Return to School by 8:10 am |
|
April 22nd & April 23rd |
Wednesday & Thursday |
NYS MATH Exam– Bring a sharpened #2 pencil! |
|
May 14th |
Thursday |
Evening Conference – 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm |
|
May 25th |
Monday |
Memorial Day Observed (schools closed) |
Upcoming Senior Events
|
Event |
Date |
Students |
Cost |
|
Senior Awards |
June 15, 2020 ( tentative) |
Academically Eligible |
$0 |
|
Holiday Hill Camp |
June 16, 2020 |
Invited Students |
$65.00 |
|
Senior Dance- Maestro’s |
June 22, 2020 |
Invited Students |
$ 55.00 |
|
8th Grade Barbecue |
June 23, 2020 |
Invited Students |
$ 0 |
|
Graduation- I.S.131 Auditorium 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
June 25, 2020 |
Academically Eligible |
Sr. Dues -NOW PAST DUE $90.00 |
Feel free to contact me at CAceved5@schools.nyc.gov if you any further questions or concerns. Thank you for your support
Parent Coordinator
September 5, 2019
Welcome families and students,
I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself to those of you who do not already know me. My name is Natalie Rodriguez, I am a bilingual Parent Coordinator at I.S. 131. I will be working with you and your family throughout the year. As we gear up for another exciting school year. I'm excited to assure you that my purpose here at I.S. 131, is to serve as a helping resource to our families. I encourage all parents to communicate creative ideas or concerns that you may have. My role in collaboration with I.S. 131 administration, and Ms. English community school director is to facilitate support networks, workshops of interest for you, and support you in any way possible. I will like to start with two (2) important information.
- New York City has updated the school immunization requirements for the 2019-2020 school year. A list of the new school immunization requirements for 2019-2020 is available online or at the school main office. When the school year begins, you must submit and updated proof of your child’s immunization. New York State Public Health Law requires students to get certain vaccines in order to attend school. This would avoid your child being excluded from school.
- We have set up an account for families to purchase school uniform polo shirts, t-shirt, zip-up hoodie, and sweatpants with Logo at Kids Place. Please, let them know your child’s school is the Albert Einstein Intermediate School 131. Our school uniform NEW color is Navy blue top, and black or khaki Pants.
Where to purchase our school uniform
KIDS PLACE located at. 1450 Metropolitan Avenue, Bronx, NY 10462 (across from Macy's in Parkchester).
Help with registration
You can visit our school website at is131.org registration not needed. Once our students are set-up you will have access to PupilPath , our online student grading system and communication. The NYC Schools Account, is a NYC web-based application that lets you see your child’s academic and biographic information. I'm available to assist from Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:00pm once it becomes available. You can reach in the school main office or by phone 718-991-7490 Ext.110, Cell Phone: 718-344-6439 Or by E-mail Nrodriguez38@schools.nyc.gov
Sincerely
Natalie Rodriguez
Parent Coordinator
Parent Association's Corner
Caroline Santana
PA President
Jason Bowles
PA Treasurer
FAX – (718) 328-6705
is131parentsassociation@gmail.com
Facebook Parent Coordinator’s Page: @131PCRivera
2019-2020 PARENT ASSOCIATION CALENDAR OF MEETINGS
|
PA MEETING |
DATE |
TIME |
|
1 |
Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019 |
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
|
2 |
Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019 |
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
|
3 |
Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019 |
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
|
4 |
Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2020 |
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
|
5 |
Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020 |
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
|
6 |
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020 |
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
|
7 |
Wednesday, March 13, 2020 |
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
|
8 |
Wednesday, April 01, 2020 |
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
|
9 |
Wednesday, May 06, 2020 |
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
|
10 |
Wednesday, June 17, 2020 |
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
We will meet at the Parent Association in Room 168
PLEASE JOIN US! ALL PARENTS/GUARDIANS ARE WELCOME!
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2019-2020 School Calendar
The beginning of the new school year will be here before we know it. Take a look at the 2019-2020 school year calendar to help you plan your upcoming school year.
2019-2020 School Year Calendar
2019
|
September |
5 |
Thursday |
SCHOOL SESSIONS BEGIN FOR ALL STUDENTS @ 8:10 am |
|
|
September |
19 |
Thursday |
Meet the Teacher Night 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm |
|
|
September-October |
30-1 |
Monday-Tuesday |
Rosh Hashanah –(schools closed) |
|
|
October |
9 |
Wednesday |
Yom Kippur (schools closed) | |
|
October |
14 |
Monday |
Columbus Day Observed (schools closed) |
|
|
November |
5 |
Tuesday |
Election Day- Students do not be in attend school) |
|
|
November |
7 |
Thursday |
Parent Teacher Conference Students dismissed at 11:30 am Day 12:30-2:30 & Evening 4:30-7:30
|
|
|
November |
11 |
Tuesday |
Veterans Day Observed (Schools closed) |
|
|
November |
28-29 |
Thursday & Friday |
Thanksgiving Recess (Schools closed) | |
|
December 2019/ January 2020 |
12/23- 1/1 |
Tuesday through Wednesday |
Winter Recess (including Christmas and New Year's Day) (schools closed -students return to school on Wednesday, January 2, 2019). |
|
|
2020 |
||||
|
January |
2 |
Thursday |
School Resumes |
|
|
January |
20 |
Monday |
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (schools closed) |
|
|
February |
17 - 21 |
Monday through Friday |
Midwinter Recess (schools closed -students return to school on Monday, February 24, 2020) |
|
|
March |
13 |
Friday |
Parent Teacher Conference Students dismissed at 11:30 am Day 12:30-2:30 & Evening 4:30-7:30 |
|
|
April |
9 – 17 |
Thursday - Friday |
Spring Recess (schools closed - Students return to school on Monday, April 20, 2020). |
|
|
May |
14 |
Thursday |
Parent Teacher Conference Evening Conference – 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm |
|
|
May |
25 |
Monday |
Memorial Day Observed (schools closed) |
|
|
June |
4 |
Thursday |
Anniversary Day - Chancellor’s Conference Day - Students do not attend school. |
|
|
June |
9 |
Tuesday |
Clerical Day – Students do not attend school. |
|
|
June |
26 |
Wednesday |
LAST DAY FOR ALL STUDENTS. Early Dismissal- 11:30 am |
|
School Supplies
Photo by David Pennington on Unsplash
School Supplies for the 2019-2020 School Year
SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED
General supplies (School-Wide)
- 6 Composition Notebooks (one for every subject) – One (1) Composition book with cover decorated with pictures or items that represent you and your “likes”.
- 4 Two-Pocket folders
- 8 GB Thumb drive/Flash Drive
- Ear buds/headphones
- 6 pens (blue/black)
- 12 sharpened #2 pencils with erasers
- Pencil Sharpener with cover to pick up the pencil shavings
- 8 ½ X 11 loose leaf paper
- 2 Highlighters
- 12-inch ruler-must have Centimeter & inches
- Travel hand Sanitizer
General supplies (for home)
- Crayons/colored pencils
- Construction paper
- Glue/glue Stick
- Scissors
- Calculator
Dress Code
I.S. 131 seeks to prepare students for a future in the work force and to “Dress for Success”. Therefore, the dress code requires all students to use:
Tops: Navy Blue and a choice of; Polo Shirts, Long Sleeve, T-Shirt, Sweatpants, and Zip-Up Hoodie, with Logo.
Bottoms: Pants in Black or Khaki
The following are NOT acceptable at any time:
- Jeans – with holes and tears
- T-shirt with photographs, emblems or inappropriate words.
- Sleeveless shirts (Tank tops, tube tops, halters, spaghetti straps, etc)
- Pants worn below the waist which show underwear or shorts underneath.
- Skirts or shorts with hems higher than 4 inches above the knee.
- Do-Rags/Scarves (unless for medical or religious reasons)
- Hats and Hoodies.
Note: You will receive a call to bring in a change of clothes if we believe that a student is dressed in appropriately for school.
Pink Friday & The Breast Cancer Walk 2019
Hall of Science Lego Exhibit
Senior's Board 2019-2020
Senior Dues - Sr Duesletter2019-20.do
Holiday Luncheon - Thanskgivingletterparentinvite.docx
Parents Letter #4 - ParentLetter 4Dec.docx
ASPIRA After School Program
Monday - Friday 2:30pm to 5:30pm
718-991-7490 ext: 126
Application is available in English & Spanish
DYCD Universal ENGLISH Participant Intake and AIR Consent - FY20.pdf
DYCD Universal Spanish Participant Intake-Youth and Adult Form FY19-SP 2 002.pdf
Katherine Gomez, Director
Lanaya Jeffer, Assistant Director
LaNaya Jeffers, Senior Group Leader
Collin Emanuel, Senior Group Leader
Community School
September 20, 2018
Dear Albert Einstein, Intermediate School 131 Family:
Hello! We would like to introduce ourselves and inform you about our role’s here at the school. My name is Kaychell English, and I am the Community School Director and I work alongside Shantae Blount who is my Assistant Community School Director. We service both Intermediate School 131 & Soundview Academy for Culture and Scholarship.
We are from the Community Based Organization ASPIRA of NY Inc. Working in partnership with the DOE, through the Office of Community Schools. NYC Community Schools Initiative focuses on six models which are Academics & Enrichment, Attendance, Family Engagement, School Environment, Health and Mental Health and Community Partnerships.
We offer Adult ESL Classes to our families. We have winter coats to families in need. Also, we have the connections to link families to organizations for anything you might need. Please, consider us your extra voice to support and advocate for you and your child.
If you need assistance we are located in Room 101-A or you can contact us at 718-991-7490 ext. 147 or email us at sblount@nyaspira.org or kenglish@nyaspira.org. We look forward to a great year!
Best,
Community School Team
Grade 7th Apple Picking
Grade 8 Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry
Frick Museum
I.S. 131 Students Presented their Bench & Artwork at Washington Square Park
I.S. 131 Goes to the Yankee Game
I.S. 131 & Soundveiw Academy High School/College Fair
Graduation - Class Of 2019
Senior Dance - Class of 2019
D8 Kindness Award Tylar Moore Colston
-
Tylar Moore Colston selected for the District 8 Kindness Award
-
-
Tyler's Proud Grandma, Mother, and youngest sister
-
Tyler & Principal Ms. Mason
-
Proud mother, youngest sister, and Tyler
-
Tyler with Principle Mason, Mother, and sisters
-
Tyler with, Principle Mason, mother, sisters, and Parent Coordinator Ms. Rivera
-
Tyler with his proud mother
-
Legacy Volleyball-Thank you Marcos Crespo
2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Walk with I.S. 131-Team Hope
-
Parents Association Sales & Support
-
Parents Association Baking Goods & Support
-
I.S. 131 - Team Hope before the walk
-
Ready for the walk
-
-
2018 Holiday Happening Show
The Broadway JR. Einstein Player On Broadway
Watch Video---> https://youtu.be/yv4OgIjgNck
District 8 Family Day
Einstein Algebra Regents Mathletes @ Great Adventure 2019
I.S. 131 Algebra Regents Mathletes
-
Great Adventure 2019
I.S. 131 parents taking CPR training
Family Field Trip to - American Museum of Natural History
I.S. 131 Goes to Broadway to See King Kong
I.S. 131 Goes to Broadway to see School of Rock the Musical
I.S. 131 Goes to Broadway to see Phantom Of The Opera
College Awareness Day
This event was created to encourage our 7th graders to begin thinking about college and their future careers. During College Week, teachers decorated their doors representing the colleges they attended and spoke to their classes to share their own college experiences and journeys. On Friday, January 11, 2019, College Awareness Day, we had two special guest presenters for our students. Former NHL hockey player, Mr. Ron Duguay from the NY Rangers spoke to our students about following his dream. He shared with our students the hard work and dedication he had to apply to be successful and happy throughout his career doing what he loved. Mr. Rich Bastar, known as B.A. Star from Funk Salsa Urban, a New York based Latin band, spoke to our students about his college experience and journey in becoming a musician. Rich not only performed for our students, but he spoke to our scholars and asked them questions to expand their mindset on college
College Awareness Day Pictures
The Einstein Players on Broadway
-
Rehearsal
-
Rehearsal
-
Rehearsal
-
On Broadway
-
On Broadway
-
On Broadway
-
On Broadway
-
On Broadway
-
On Broadway
Hip Hop Assembly 2019 - Art Horizons
Pancakes before the ELA Exam
I.S. 131 College Access Pep Rally Special Guests - Magic Master Performer & DJ
College trip to Suny Cortland
College Trip to Roger Williams University
Legacy Pictures
Leadership & Legacy Program
Woodlawn Cemetery Student Leadership & Legacy Program
The Legacy program works with 15-18 of our students from 6th and 7th grade exploring the potential leader inside them, while identifying and defining their personal path to their own legacy. Students will research a historic and heroic legacy from the Woodlawn Cemetery that was a unique and inspirational landmark in the country. During this 3 part series, students will identify the leadership qualities in themselves. Session 1 took place on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 with Former NHL hockey player, Mr. Stephane Matteau from the NY Rangers. Mr. Matteau spent time with our students asking questions that challenged students to think about who they are now, who is inspirational in their life, and what qualities they want to have to be a positive leader. We are looking forward to Session 2 at the Woodlawn Cemetery next month. Stay tuned as we following our students during this amazing leadership opportunity!
Football Team "I.S. 131 Team Hope"
Wednesday is Game Day - Fall Flag Football Schedule.docx
Practice are on Saturdays from 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Legacy Volleyball Team
iReady
We are committed to improving the skills of all the members of our learning community. Every student at I.S. 131 has access to iReady which is specifically designed to improve ELA and Math skills for every grade level. Click the iReady link below to visit the web site to learn more. Students can use any device to connect to their account. Visit the Play Store for Android or the App Store for iPhone/iPad users and search for iReady. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Mr. Fischetto at rfisch55@is131.org.
Walking Nachos & Tacos
Olive Garden Luncheon
Parent Handbook
Parent Handbook
The documents below are there to help answer any questions you may have throughout the school year. Please take the time to read the handbook which provides you with important information for I.S. 131. If you have any further questions, please contact us.
Parent Handbook in Spanish.docx
I.S. 131 Cell Phone Policy
Use of Cell Phone and Other Electronic Devices
I.S. 131 Policies
IS 131’s policy on cell phones and other electronic device policy remains unchanged. The new Regulation A-413 continues to stress that for all regular communication between parents, guardians and students, the Onsite School’s phone system must be used. Our school phone number is (718) 991-7490 and it must be used for all emergency communication. Additionally, there will be no tolerance for unauthorized cell phone use during the school day, and disciplinary interventions will apply as per Chancellor’s Disciplinary Code. While we recognize the reality of handheld devices in today’s society, we also affirm the need for our school to maintain safety for our students.
In short, students may have their cellphones on their person as long as they are turned off and out of sight. No use of such devices is permitted during school hours, including after school and Saturdays. Violation of this policy will result in confiscation and disciplinary consequences in accordance with the guidance interventions and disciplinary responses set forth in the Chancellor’s Discipline Code.
Regulation A-413 does allow students to bring electronic and digital devices to school for educational purposes. However, given the quantity of devices we have on site we highly recommend our students leave their devices at home. Our school will not secure nor provide protection for such devices, nor be held responsible for lost or misplaced items.
Key additional provisions of this policy include:
● Cell phones/electronic devices must be turned off before entering the school building.
● Once inside the school building, cell phones and electronic devices must not be visible under any circumstances.
● If a cell phone or electronic device rings, vibrates, or makes any noticeable sound, it will be confiscated.
● If a cell phone or electronic device is noticeably visible, it will be confiscated.
● Refusal to surrender a cell phone or electronic device is considered insubordination and will be addressed according to the Chancellor’s Discipline Code.
● In the event that parents/guardians contact their children via cell phone during school hours, a mandatory meeting with administration will be required; as such communication is highly disruptive to the educational process.
IS 131 requires your full co-operation with this policy.
I.S. 131 Core Values
-Responsibility-
Accountable for ones actions
Supporting members of the community to be the best they can be
Holding high expectations for oneself as well as all members of the community
-Respect-
To regard the feelings, wishes and rights of others before responding.
-Trust-
Assist in creating a risk free environment that leads to open discussions and dialogue
Building relationships to support personal and academic growth
-Perseverance-
When faced with challenges you don't give up! Seek support from a member of the school community in order to achieve mastery.
-Positivity-
Focus on what can be and not what can't be in order to achieve your goals.
PupilPath
The link for pupil path is below. We encourage you to log on to monitor your child's academic progress throughout the year.
If you encounter any issues, please contact Ms. Kenny - 7th grade Assistant Principal or Ms. Rivera - Parent Coordinator
https://pupilpath.skedula.com/
School Leadership Team Meeting Schedule - 2018-2019
| September 27, 2018 | 4pm - 7pm |
| October 29, 2018 | 4pm - 7pm |
| November 19, 2018 | 4pm - 7pm |
| December 10, 2018 | 4pm - 7pm |
| January 14, 2019 | 4pm - 7pm |
| February 11, 2019 | 4pm - 7pm |
| March 11,2019 | 4pm - 7pm |
| April 15, 2019 | 4pm - 7pm |
| May 13, 2019 | 4pm - 7pm |
| June 3, 2019 | 4pm - 7pm |
Boys Varsity & Junior Varsity Basketball Schedule
Please see our boys varsity basketball schedule below. Come down and support our team!
MSBL Varsity Basketball Schedule
Week 1: 131 vs 339 Thurs. 12/6/18 Home
Week 2: 123 vs 131 Thurs. 12/13/18 Away
Week 3: 532 vs 131 Tues. 12/18/18 Away
Week 4: 131 vs 127 Thurs. 1/10/19 Home
Week 5: 144 vs 131 Fri. 1/18/19 Away
Week 6: 462 vs 131 Fri. 1/25/19 Away
Week 7: 131 vs 177 Thurs. 1/31/19 Home
Week 8: 339 vs 131 Weds. 2/6/19 Away
Week 9: 131 vs 123 Thurs. 2/14/19 Home
Week 10: 131 vs 532 Thurs. 2/28/19 Home
Junior Varsity
Week 1: 462 vs 131 Wed. 12/5/18 Away
Week 2: 127 vs 131 Tues. 12/11/18 Away
Week 3: 131 vs 144 Thurs. 12/20/18 Home
Week 4: 454A vs 131 Tues. 1/ 8/19 Away
Week 5: 131 vs 339 Thurs. 1/17/19 Home
Week 6: 131 vs 462 Thurs. 1/24/19 Home
Week 7: 214A vs 131 Fri. 2/1/19 Away
Week 8: 131 vs 22A Thurs. 2/7/19 Home
Week 9: 331 vs 131 Wed. 2/13/19 Away
Week 10: 131 vs 355A Thurs. 2/28/19 Home
