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May Newsletter
3K2 – 104A
Mr. Jackie, Ms. Erika, and Ms. Esther
For roughly the month of May, the children and their teachers will be exploring and studying the following unit – “Exercise.”
Investigation 1: What do we know about exercise? What do we want to find out?
o The children will begin their investigation by discussing and sharing what they already know about exercise. The children and their teachers will also take this time to develop any specific questions they have about exercise. They will discuss the type of exercise they do, know, and/or have seen. Furthermore, considering the warmer weather and the change in season, the children will be encouraged to specifically focus on thinking about the exercise they do outdoors as oppose to indoors.
Investigation 2: What are the different types of exercises?
o The children will be introduced to a few different types of exercises in which each morning throughout the week, they will engage and participate in a few simple movements related to cardio, stretches, yoga, etc. During this time, the children will also be introduced to vocabulary such as balance, endurance, flexibility, and strength and learn about how different types of exercises relate to each of those terms.
Investigation 3: Where do people exercise?
The children will discuss indoor versus outdoor exercises with an emphasis on the latter. Children will first learn how even certain activities that they may not consider as exercise is in fact exercise such as dancing. They will then discuss outdoor exercises and during “Gross Motor” will practice and participate in some of the outdoor exercises discussed such as jogging, skipping, galloping, climbing, etc. During this week, the children will also briefly talk about how machines can also be used for exercise as well.
Investigation 4: What type of equipment do people use to exercise?
o In the previous week, the children were introduced to a few different types of equipment and machines that can be used for exercise. This week, the children will focus more on identifying and if possible, using a few simple exercise machines to work with. For example, the children may work with a few light hand weights and/or a balance beam.
Simple Family Activities Related to Our Study
1. Have your child practice and work with you when you – the parent/guardian – are exercising at home. Explain to them the purpose of the different types of exercise.
2. Visit a local park and see if there are any exercise equipment available to use – some parks have balance beams, simple ellipticals, pull-up bars, warm-up benches, etc. Talk with your child about how the different types of exercises make you feel.
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MAY 3K102A NEWSLETTER
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MAY 3K102A NEWSLETTER
Ms. Cristino, Miss Karol and Mrs. Nath wish everyone a very happy May !
WHAT WE ARE LEARNING:
We are working on our unit “EXERCISE”. Young children are in nearly constant motion. Moving makes children feel capable and confident, releases tension, and builds strong bodies and minds. Children’s love of movement will make a study of exercise very exciting! We will try many types of exercise, watch other people exercise, explore the places that people exercise, and explore equipment that’s used. We will learn concepts and skills in language and literacy, physical development, math, science, social studies, the arts and technology. We will also be developing thinking skills to observe, investigate, ask questions, solve problems, make predictions and test our ideas.
REMINDERS:
Arrival time is between 7:45 and 8am in the annex. Students who arrive after 8:15 will be marked late.
Dismissal time is promptly at 2:00. Any student not picked up by 2:20 will be walked to the main building gym.
Please pack a water sippy cup and snack for your child, daily. We cannot store food in the classroom.
PLEASE SIGN UP TO BE A PARENT READER. Sign-up sheet on side of classroom door.
IMPORTANT DATES:
May 1- Parent Teacher Conferences on google classroom.
6pm-6:45 English only
7pm-7:45- English/Spanish
May 28- Dance Performance for 3K-1st grade- All Parents invited
May 31- Annual “We Are District 24 Day” at Forest Park
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June Pre-K Newsletter
Mrs. Longo, Mrs. Kelly & Ms. Mondesi
Birthdays and Other Important Dates
Staff Development (No School)- June 5th & 6th Summer Birthdays
Leo C- June 2nd Lizbeth- July 6th
Malka C- June 12th Mrs. Longo- July 10th
Juneteenth (No School)- June 19th Xoel C- July 14th
Pre-K Stepping up Ceremony- June 23rd or 24th Angel- July 20th
Lian T- June 24th Dante N- July 21st
Last Day of School!- June 26th Sofia J- July 22nd
Ismael N- June 27th Zoey C- July 24th
Keyla R- August 5th
Fabio A- August 10th
Sebastian H- August 21st
Felix K- August 30th
We will end the school year by learning about water and the different ways we use water, how it changes, and how it helps people and the environment.
We will also be preparing your children for the changes that will come in September, when they enter Kindergarten.
We’d like to thank you for all your support and cooperation with your child’s education this school year. We thank you for allowing us to be your child’s Pre-K teachers. It has been a wonderful and rewarding year!
Enjoy your summer, and don’t forget to read lots of books!!
Reminders
- Please send a reusable bottle of water with your child each day.
- Please be sure your child dresses appropriately for the warm weather, as they will be enjoying time outside.
- Please be sure your child wears sneakers.
Kindergarten October Newsletter
Dear Parents,
Welcome to October at P.S.81! This month is filled with fall-fun activities!
First, we would like to wish all of our October babies a very happy and healthy birthday!
Literacy Focus:
This month in our HMH curriculum, we are working on opinion writing. We have been discussing the topic of kindergarten and what we like the most about it. We are continuing to practice alphabet letter names and sounds as well as forming letters in print.
Part of this month’s Heggerty focus is combining words to form compound words. For example, when give the words “play” and “ground,” students must independently form the compound word: “Playground.”
Our Really Great Reading exercises include isolating the beginning sounds of words. For example, when presented with a visual of a “cow,” students must isolate and identify the sound of “C” as it is the first sound in the word.
Math Focus:
Envisions: During the month of October, we are focusing on comparing groups. We will be determining which groups are greater than, less than or equal to each other after we’ve quantified objects in two separate groups.
Important Reminders:
Parents, please be sure to dress your child appropriately for the weather as we do try and have outside recess every day when it isn’t too cold, or does not rain. Please also be sure that your child has an extra set of clothes in case he/she has any accidents in school.
Important Dates:
School Closures –
Thursday, October 2, 2025: Yom Kipper
Monday, October 13, 2025: Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Monday, October 20, 2025: Diwali
SCHOOL TRIP:
Green Meadows Farm – Brooklyn: October 14, 2025
*Scan the QR code to see all the fun fall activities being offered at the Green Meadows Brooklyn Farm!
October 1st Grade Newsletter
Mrs.Villalta, Mrs.Frydel, Ms.Rooney, Ms. Mondesi, Mrs.Benenati & Mrs.M
Dates to Remember:
· No School on Thursday, October 2, 2025
· Book Fair October 6-10, 2025
· Diwali performance, October 8, 2025
· No school on Monday, October 13, 2025
· The Ned Show, October 16, 2025
· No School, October 20, 2025
· SPLAT (Science experiment), October 21-24, 2025
· Hispanic Hertiage performance, October 22, 2025
· Fall festival, October 27, 2025.
· Halloween Party Friday, October 31, 2025.
Reminders:
· Please check your child’s folders every day.
· Please check homework every day.
· Please sign into google classroom.
· Please bring IPADs charged.
· Please fill out the dental form and return it.
A peek at what we are learning:
MATH: Students are learning how to add facts to 20 using a number line, counters, open number line, and using doubles facts to solve doubles plus one fact.
ELA: Students are learning to make connections in text and summarize what they read.
Second Grade Newsletter MAY
Ms. Garcia, Ms. Olivo, Ms. Ululati, Ms. Arias, Mrs. Saleh, and Mrs. McKenna are thrilled to share that second grade is having a wonderful year! We’ve loved getting to know your children and can’t wait to continue learning and growing together in the months ahead.
What we are learning:
● HMH Into Reading: Students will be learning about different cultures.
● Math: Students will be working on adding and subtracting 3 digit numbers with regrouping using various strategies.
● Writing: Students will experience a new traditional or cultural experience. They will then write a thank-you letter to the person they shared the experience with and write about what they learned or why that experience was important to them.
Reminders:
● Please check your child's folder and homework daily.
● Arrival is at 8:00 a.m
● Dismissal is at 2:00 p.m
● There are spelling tests every Friday
Important dates:
● Parent Teacher Conferences - Thursday, May 1st
● Memorial Day NO SCHOOL - Monday, May 26th
● Dance Performance - Tuesday, May 27th
● Trip to the Zoo - Wednesday, May 28th
Please check your dojo.
Terrific Third Graders
June 2025 Newsletter
As the school year comes to a close, we want to thank you for a wonderful year! We truly appreciate all the support, time, and effort you have given. We hope you have an amazing summer!
Math - Topic 15
This month, we will focus on extending students' understanding of two-dimensional shapes. Students will explore relationships between shape categories. Trapezoids, parallelograms, rectangles, rhombuses, and squares are all quadrilaterals with special names. Students will also learn about convex and concave polygons. They will identify attributes of different shape groups and compare them.
Reading - From Farm to Table
Essential Question:
· How does food get to your table?
· How does good nutrition help you?
· What can we reap from a garden?
Over the next three weeks, our class will build knowledge about food sources, with a focus on informational texts. We will read and view materials about how food reaches our tables. Our goal is to reinforce topic vocabulary-agriculture, reap, nutrition, and tilling-through everyday conversations.
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4th Grade
Reading-Rise to the occasion - What does it take to meet a challenge?
The 4th grade is just finishing up Module 1 which discusses the ideas of how our identity is shaped by our personal experiences. Some reading skills we worked on were Central Idea, Text and Graphic Features, Author’s Purpose, Point of View and Theme. In Module 3,students will listen to, read, and view a variety of texts that present them with examples of overcoming challenges.
A genre focus on historical fiction provides students with opportunities to synthesize ideas, identify plot elements, and identify themes in order to better understand unfamiliar texts. Students will also encounter narrative nonfiction, autobiographical fiction, and a play to build knowledge across genres.
As students build their vocabulary and synthesize topic knowledge, they will learn that with personal courage and the support of family, friends, and community members, people can face any challenge.
WIN – What I Need
In the morning for 30 minutes, students have been divided into groups based on their needs to be part of a School Wide Phonics Program. It is super important that the students arrive at school on time because this program begins at 8:15.
MAP
We have begun MAP in Math and Science testing as well as other reading assessments to gather data on what level students are at.
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOUR CHILD READS EVERY NIGHT FOR AT LEAST 15 minutes!
Writing: Opinion Essay
Friends and family can work together to overcome challenges.
Students will THINK about a time when them and a friend or family member have overcome
a challenge together.
Their writing prompt is : WRITE an opinion essay about why it’s important to rely on friends and family members when faced with a challenge.
They will be sure to —
• clearly state your opinion
• support your opinion with reasons, facts, and examples
• use persuasive language
Math:
Topic 1 Generalize Place Value understanding. Topic 1 extends understanding of place value from 1000 to 1 million. Relationships between the values of digits in different places are developed and used to compare and round numbers.
Science:
Mrs. Fanning will begin the Amplify Science Program during her classes.
In our classes we will be concentrating on the 1st Unit of Energy and Electricity
Important Dates
● Thursday October 2nd - NO SCHOOL - Yom Kippur
● Monday October 13th - NO SCHOOL - Indigenous People Day/Italian Heritage Day
● Monday October 20th - NO SCHOOL - Diwali
● Week of October 27th FALL FESTIVAL
Fifth Grade Newsletter
We had an exciting first month!
In ELA, we learned about different inventors. We learned about Thomas Edison and Henry Ford and discovered how their inventions solved a problem to make lives easier. We also learned about how a 14-year-old, William Kamkwamba, used windmills to bring electricity to his community in Africa. We ended the Module by reading about a woman, Marilyn Hamilton, who helped to create the “Quickie” which is a wheelchair made for athletes. We will take our end of module assessment beginning the week of October 6 to be completed by the 15th.
We are also conducting research about inventors and inventions in order to write an expository essay about inventions that improved our lives by solving problems. Be sure to ask your child to tell you about all of the interesting inventions!
The reading skills we practiced were identifying the author's purpose, explaining the text structure of cause and effect, determining the central idea, and answering questions about a text using text evidence.
We also are practicing to be good readers by monitoring what we’re reading and clarifying our understanding. If we don’t understand a text, we will be sure to reread and stop and jot the most important parts of different sections. By stopping to think after every few sentences or paragraphs, we can check to see if we understand what we read. As good readers, we also must be sure to use context clues to determine the meanings of words that are unfamiliar to us.
We will begin Module 2 October 21st. This module focuses on building knowledge about the subgenres of fiction with a focus on ways to tell a great story. We will read texts about how writers share compelling stories in literature of many types. The children will then write a narrative about a character on a journey.
In Math, we completed Topic 2 which was about how to add and subtract decimal numbers. We practiced estimation and aligning our numbers by place value to be
sure we are calculating with accuracy. We needed to use our knowledge of place value and rounding to solve equations and expressions. We solved real world problems involving the addition and subtraction of decimal numbers.
Next, we begin topic 3. This will focus on multiplying multi-digit numbers. The goal is for the children to be able to fluently multiply multi-digit whole numbers. We will be multiplying numbers by powers of ten, estimate products, multiply 3-digit by 2-digit numbers, multiply whole numbers with zeros, and solve word problems using multiplication.
Be sure to study those facts up to 12. They should be known from memory!
Helpful Links: khanacademy.org mathgames.com
Exciting Activities
Fifth grade has begun the Salvadori Stem Program. This program will teach the children about different landmarks, monuments, and memorials. So far, the children used clay to sculpt their own monument of something that is meaningful to them. Eventually, the children will be visiting landmarks, monuments, and memorials. Information to follow.
Fifth Grade Newsletter
Physical Education
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Happy Spring.This May will be wrapping up our units in different grades.3rd, 4th and 5th grade are finishing up the Basketball unit. We will be continuing with our students favorite unit…Soccer.1st and 2nd grade will be completing their long instruments unit of using tennis racquets, pool noodles and hockey sticks. Students will be moving on to a soccer unit.Please mindful to your students as the weather is changing to please wear layers for physical education and wear proper shoes. If you need to know what day your student has gym you may email me any questions or concerns at [email protected]
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In the month of May all ELL/MLL's will be taking the NYSESLAT (New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test). The purpose of the test is to determine how well they are learning English. Beginning in late April students will be individually administered the Speaking portion of the NYSESLAT. There is one exam for Grades 3-4 and fifth graders are given the exam for Grades 5-6. The testing window for the Listening, Reading and Writing portion is May 12-May 23.
- The reading section asks students to answer questions about stories printed in their test books.
- The writing section asks students to write in response to questions and prompts in their test books.
- The listening section asks students to select the correct response to a picture and/or word or statement read aloud.
Unlike the State ELA and Math tests, the NYSESLAT is paper based. Performance on the NYSESLAT determines eligibility of ENL services the following academic year. Students who score Commanding level (demonstrating English proficiency) will continue to receive ENL services for two years.The results are reported in raw scores, scale scores, and performance levels. The “raw score” is the number of correct answers, which is converted to a “scale score,” to make it possible to compare scores across grade levels. Scale scores are divided into the following five performance levels that show how well students have mastered English language skills.Commanding:- Students function fluently in listening, reading, writing, and speaking
- Students' skills are equal to those of native English speakers at their appropriate grade level
- These students have gained the skills necessary to participate in an English-speaking classroom
Expanding:- Students are able to use skills at a higher level than intermediate students.
- Although their knowledge and use of English is at a more advanced level, these students make mistakes usually involving more:
- subtle use of language
- difficult levels of vocabulary and grammar
Transitioning:- Students have better English skills than students at the basic level
- However, these students' skills are often not well developed and they make significant errors in the four skill areas
Emerging:- A student at the Emerging level needs some supports and structures to improve their academic language skills
Entering:- Students are at the beginning level in the four skill areas
- These students’ English skills are minimal
How are the results used?Students will continue to receive English as a New Language or bilingual services until their scores on the New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test show that they have learned English well enough to participate in English-only classes. Educators also use students’ New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test scores to help decide which instructional standards to focus on, and to evaluate their programs. -
ENL Grades K-2
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Welcome spring. Our spring break is almost here. During the vacation please make sure your child reads every day. Also have your child go onto Starfall.com. There are many activities for your child to do to learn and review the letter as well as its sounds. Please only do those activities that are free.In school we are reviewing the letters and its sounds. Some of the classes are learning the long vowel sounds as well as the vowel teams. We are then taking our knowledge of phonics to reading the decodable books.
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Library Newsletter
We have been very busy in the library during the months of September and October. We have a beautiful library with many new and exciting books. Last year, 310 new books were purchased with NYS funds. Additionally, the PTA graciously donated many new books from the Scholastic Book Fair for the library, such as Dog Man, Cat Kid and Diary of a Wimpy Kid. The students love these additions to the collection.
In September and early October, we learned about book care and how to have good manners with our library books. We learned to keep food, drinks, pets and babies away from our books. We also learned that tape, glue and scissors need to be kept far away from our library books. We read Mr. Wiggle’s Book, What Happened to Marion’s Book? and The Book that Jake Borrowed to help us understand the correct ways to take care of our books.
October has been filled with exciting read alouds about autumn and fall holidays. Along with the stories, students have discussed story sequencing, comparing fiction and nonfiction, and story mapping. Students in grades 2-5 began checking out books at the beginning of the month. Students are allowed to borrow 2 books and enjoy them for a week. All students are asked to return their books when their classes visit the library.
So far, there have been 450 book checkouts this school year! We are off to a great year of reading, growing and learning!
Music Newsletter for OctoberSPOTLIGHT: What will you be for Halloween? Don’t miss our annual Halloween parade around the school on Friday, October 31THIS MONTH:Kindergarten - Boogie Monster, Five Little Pumpkins, Haunted HouseFirst/Second Grade - The Little Old Lady Who Wasn't Afraid of Anything, There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bat, Room on the BroomThird Grade - Spooky Rhythm Game, Scarecrow, Pumpkin JackFourth Grade - Bat Dance, Ten Big Pumpkins, Gruesome GroanersFifth Grade - Michael Jackson’s ThrillerDID YOU KNOW?: Mrs. Brosky's favorite Halloween movie is The Nightmare Before Christmas! It’s fun because it celebrates both holidays!JOKE OF THE MONTH: What creature is the best dancer? The Boogie Man!Newsletter Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/19iz9hZbq0kku_lPrycFqjjRYTOluvhGwNzvwyIm1rsY/edit?usp=sharingFOR FEBRUARY
THI the World Unit (China,
Fourth Grade - Learning how to play The Recorder and playing songs
Fifth Grade - Graduation Songs (Star Spangled Banner, Kindness, Let There Be Peace on Earth) and starting our Spring Show
Movie Night: Need a movie to watch during February Break? Try one of these: Enchanted, Anastasia, High School Musical, Trolls, The Swan Princess
Short, Busy February
Random Acts of Kindness Day!
JOKE OF THE MONTH What did the drum say on Valentine’s Day?
My heart b
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MUSIC NEWSLETTER FOR FEBRUARY
THIS MONTH:
Kindergarten - Valentine and February Songs
First Grade - Carnival of the Animals (Mules and Tortoises)
Third Grade - Music Around the World Unit (China,
Fourth Grade - Learning how to play The Recorder and playing songs
Fifth Grade - Graduation Songs (Star Spangled Banner, Kindness, Let There Be Peace on Earth) and starting our Spring Show
Movie Night: Need a movie to watch during February Break? Try one of these: Enchanted, Anastasia, High School Musical, Trolls, The Swan Princess
Short, Busy February
February is such a busy month for being so short! Don’t forgay, Presidents Week, Valentine’s Day, 100th Day of School, Cypress’ Birthday, Super Bowl Sunday and my personal favorite - Random Acts of Kindness Day!
JOKE OF THE MONTH What did the drum say on Valentine’s Day?
My heart beats for you!
MUSIC NEWSLETTER FOR FEBRUARY
THIS MONTH:
Kindergarten - Valentine and February Songs
First Grade - Carnival of the Animals (Mules and Tortoises)
Third Grade - Music Around the World Unit (China,
Fourth Grade - Learning how to play The Recorder and playing songs
Fifth Grade - Graduation Songs (Star Spangled Banner, Kindness, Let There Be Peace on Earth) and starting our
Movie Night: Need a movie to watch during February Break? Try one of these: Enchanted, Anastasia, High School Musical, Trolls, The Swan Princess
Short, Busy February
February is su a busy month for being so short! Don’t forget to celebrate Groundhog Day, Presidents Week, Valentine’s Day, 100th Day , Cypress’ Birthday, Super Bowl Sunday and my personal favorite - Random Acts of Kindness Day!
JOKE OF THE MONTH What did the drum say on Valentine’s Day?
Mart beats for you!
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Mindful Moments with Savage
May Newsletter | Theme: Integrity
Dear Students and Families,
Happy May! As we stretch into the final months of the school year, we’re focusing our minds and hearts on a powerful theme: Integrity.
What is Integrity?
Integrity means doing the right thing—even when no one is watching. It’s about being honest, making good choices, and being true to yourself. In yoga and mindfulness, integrity helps us stay grounded, kind, and connected.
This Month in Yoga Class
We’ll be exploring poses and practices that help us understand integrity in our bodies and minds. Some highlights include:
· Warrior Poses to build inner strength and confidence.
· Tree Pose to help us feel steady and true.
· Partner activities that teach trust and responsibility
· Mindful Moments focused on honesty, respect, and making thoughtful choices.
At-Home Mindfulness Tip
Try this “Truthful Breathing” exercise:
1. Sit quietly and take a few deep breaths.
2. Think of a time when you made a good choice, even if it was hard.
3. As you breathe, say to yourself: “I am honest. I do what’s right.”
Family Challenge: Integrity in Action
Each week in May, talk together as a family about a real-life situation where someone showed integrity. What happened? How did it feel? Can you think of a time you showed integrity?
Quote of the Month
“Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.” — C.S. Lewis
Wishing you all a mindful May, filled with strength, honesty, and heart.
Namaste,
Ms. Savage
Yoga and Mindfulness
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OCTOBER 2025
Ms. Fanning and Ms. Kassnove
Kindergarten- our newest scientists are opening their minds to the world of weather and sunlight. We are learning about our four seasons as well as the different weather changes. Our young minds are also learning the beginnings of how to complete an experiment.
Grade 1- our fearless first graders are enthusiastic about learning about sun and weather patterns. We will begin learning about animals and plant environments. We are also learning the steps we use in creating experiments.
Grade 2- Our young botanists are studying plants! We are learning about a problem with the Chalta tree in India that is not growing properly. We are investigating how plants grow and what parts they have that help them to survive and reproduce.
Grade 3- Our third grade biologists are studying heredity and traits! We are learning about how organisms have different traits and how those traits are passed on to offspring. We are investigating how traits help plants and animals survive. We are studying a wolf pack and a specific wolf that does not look like the others and we wonder how that happened.
Grade 4- Our fourth grade zoologists are studying how animals use their senses to survive. We are investigating the Tokay Gecko in the rainforest and how their population is declining. We are investigating the five senses with many interesting experiments to find the answer.
Grade 5- Our Food Scientists are investigating substances and mixtures to determine how new foods are made. We are exploring the world of atoms and molecules and what makes up all of the matter around us.
Sra. Fanning y Sra. Kassnove
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Speech & Language Newsletter
Strategy of the Month: Ask Open-Ended QuestionsAsking Open-Ended Questions allows children to respond in a variety of ways instead of a simple “yes”, “no”, nodding their head or gesturing. Open-ended questions include who, what, where, when, why and how questions.Examples of open-ended questions:-What are you building?-What happened in the book?-When do we wash our hands?-Who is at the door?-What do you like to eat for lunch?-Where is the duck?-How do we play the game?-Why is the cat sad?Language Activities:-Ask Open-Ended Questions while playing house.-Take a walk down your street and ask your child Open-Ended Questions about different Spring related items you pass.-Plant a flower or a seed with your child. Talk about the different parts of a flower. Discuss what your flower or seed needs to grow and how you will nurture it.-Paint a butterfly with your child. Cut a white piece of paper into the shape of a butterfly and fold it in half vertically. Have your child paint only the left wing. Talk with your child about the life cycle of a butterfly as you paint. Close the wings and press them together. Open the wings to find a fully painted butterfly. Discuss how this happened (The wings of a butterfly are symmetrical). Look for other items in your home that are symmetrical.Suggested books:-Ladybugs, written by Gail Gibbons-The Very Hungry Caterpillar, written by Eric Carle-The Curious Garden, written by Peter Brown
October 2025
Counselor's Corner: Josephine D’Amico
October brings cooler weather and the excitement of fall activities. This month, we’ll be focusing on the importance of building empathy and understanding within our school community. As we celebrate the season, let’s also take time to appreciate the diverse perspectives and experiences!
Upcoming Events
The Beautiful Me and Confident Kids, self-esteem programs have begun with our 5th grade students during their lunch periods. Class 5-412 is the first class participating in this program.
· The Beautiful Me lessons will increase their positive body awareness and build healthy friendship skills.
· The Confident Kids lessons will promote their appreciation of their genuine qualities, accurate self-awareness and developed coping skills.
Focus of the Month:
Building Empathy & Understanding
Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. This month, we’ll be exploring how students can practice empathy in their daily interactions and why it’s so important for creating a supportive and inclusive school environment.
Halloween Safety Tips
· Stay on the sidewalk.
· Don’t eat candy before it is inspected by an adult.
· Don’t eat unwrapped candies.
· Stay with your group/ family.
· Wear reflecting items on your clothes so cars can see you.
· Observe trick or treat hours.
· Have a Haunting good time!!
Contact Information:
If you have any questions or concerns, I’m here to help. You can reach me at ([email protected]) or call (718-821-9800). Let’s work together to support your child’s growth this year!