P.S. 39 Is Mighty Fine!
Thanks to unprecedented support, the Mighty Fine Drive wraps up today with more than 85% of student's families participating. Together, we have raised over $68,000. The numbers speak for themselves, but just to spell it out we are: A.W.E.S.O.M.E.
Things to Do, Places to Go, People to See
Looking for something to do over the winter break? Click here for a list of suggestions from our parent coordinator for fun and interesting events, contests and shows that you and your family might enjoy. Have fun!
School Construction Update
The
School Construction Authority has notified us that we are ready to begin the
construction phase of our cornice/roof project.
During the mid- winter break, the current scaffolding will be removed
and the company responsible for the work on our school will be putting up new
scaffolding. The scaffolding will be
slightly different that what is currently in place, put will still allow access
to the play ground and a portion of the yard.
A more detailed description of the planned timeline for the construction
project was sent home to families.
Lunch Room Volunteer Opportunity
We are looking for family members that would be interested in volunteering in our cafeteria during the lunch periods. An orientation workshop will be held on Tuesday, February 28th from 2:30-3:00pm. Please contact Karen Herskowitz (kherskowitz@ps39.org) if you are interested in attending and helping.
Play Street Volunteers Needed!
The March calendar is now available on Volunteer Spot. To sign up on our online calendar- click the Volunteer Spot button on the left side of the page or contact our parent coordinator, Karen Herskowitz kherskowitz@ps39.org or (718)330-9310). Three volunteers are needed every day from 12:20-1:10.
The PS 39 Rooks are heading to Nashville!
Chess Team members will be selling temporary tattoos with the Rooks logo (Fridays 7th period) 2/$1.00 to raise money for this year's trip to Nationals. Show your 39 pride and help the Rooks bring back a trophy from Tennessee! Go Rooks!
Common Core Workshop Series
The first workshop in our Common Core series was very informative in helping parents to understand the role these new standards play in daily instruction. The next workshops are designed to help parents understand Performance Task Assessments. All workshops will be held from 9-10am.
- Tuesday, February 28th : Introduction to Performance Task Assessments in ELA
- Thursday,March 1st. : Introduction to Performance Task Assessments in Math
Please RSVP to our parent coordinator, Karen Herskowitz (kherskowitz@ps39.org) if you are able to attend these very important meetings or would like more information.
Book your Babysitters...
...and put on your party clothes! The PS 39 Spring Auction is set for Saturday, April 21st at Beth Elohim. All proceeds raised benefit the PTA and your kids! We are hard at work putting together some spectacular auction items for you to bid on. Visit our auction website now to get more information about the event or donate an auction item. Check back there in the coming weeks to purchase tickets and preview auction items. If you have any questions, would like to volunteer for the event or have
an auction item to donate, please contact Allison Derby at 972-415-2055
or at allisondderby@gmail.com.
Want to Make a Difference?...Run!
Do you have a natural curiosity? Would you like to learn more about our school and how it functions? Want to get more involved in your child's education? Then consider running for a PTA Executive Board position for the 2012-3013 school year. Elections are held in May, but now is a good time to start thinking about it. All positions are up for re-election every year - President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and 4 Members-At-Large. Officer positions can be filled by 2 people working together as "co-" if desired. If you'd like more information about the Board and how it functions, feel free to email current PTA Co-Presidents Susan Moesker or Melissa Williams.
Kindergarten Admissions Info
The DOE's Kindergarten admissions process begins in January. A reminder that you must still apply for Kindergarten even if your child is currently attending Pre-K at PS 39! Click here to download an application or visit the main office. Read more...
Pre-K Admissions Info
The DOE's Pre-Kindergarten admissions process for the 2012-2013 school year begins in March.
Read more...