Principal's Weekly letter 12/13/24
Principal's Weekly letter 12/13/24
Dear Families,
On December 7th our debate team debated on the topic of “This house would use civil disobedience as a primary method for social change.” We had multiple debaters win the Team Awards, we had one team go Undefeated and multiple Speaker Awards. In addition our students had the honor of meeting Assembly Person Catalina Cruz. Congratulations to our team for keeping up the great work.
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Team Awards |
Speaker Awards |
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Anish R, Arifa U. and Amina S (Undefeated) |
Lamia A, Ryan S, Cynthia A, Shareen R |
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Syed R, Sharia M and Tajmin H |
Sodey T, Shaan A, Odhiti D, Fatima S |
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Ahnaf R, Prem M and Elek W. |
Arifa U, Syed R, Tajmin H and Ahnaf R |
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Lamia A, Ryan S and Iker M. |
Our Holiday Supplies Drive is in full swing and our last day to donate is December 18th. In partnership with the River Fund we are collecting: Toiletries, Coloring Books, Crayons, Baby Wipes and Socks for Children, Men and Women. Students may drop off donations in either the Main Offices of the Annex or Main from 7:30-7:50 a.m. Donating 3 items will equal 1 hour of Community. Students will only receive up to one hour of community service regardless if they donate more than 3 items.
The Week of December 16h to December 20rd we are kicking off our Holiday Spirit Week.
- Monday, December 16th: Disney Day/ Crazy Hat Day
- Tuesday, December 17th: Crazy Sock Day
- Wednesday, December 18tht: Wacky Sweater Day
- Thursday, December 19th : 1990’s Day
- Friday, December 20th : Sports Day
Students who participate in Spirit Week please make sure clothing items are school appropriate. Students who do not wish to participate must wear IS230 school uniform.
On Tuesday, December 17, 2024 from 3:30-5:30 p.m our 21st CenturyAfter School Program will be hosting their Winter Showcase featuring the Math & Nutrition, Shining Stars and Creative Arts after school clubs. Open to all parents and family members of students in these clubs. Join us for crafts and activities with the Math & Nutrition, Shining Stars and Creative Arts clubs. We can't wait to show you what your students have been working on.
On Tuesday, December 17th at 6:00 p.m we will be hosting our 4th Virtual Family Workshop focusing on learning more about Progress Monitoring for a child with an I.E.P. For more information please reach out to Mr. Salazar.
On Wednesday, December 18th from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m we will be holding our Winter Dance. The price of the ticket is $7 and it includes 2 slices of pizza, drink and lifelong memories. Tickets must be purchased during your child's lunch period. No tickets will be sold at the door.
On Wednesday, December 18th is our next PTA meeting which will be held at 5:30 p.m. followed by a workshop on Students in Temporary Housing by our STH coordinator Mr. Gellard. To increase Parent and Student turnout at our PTA meetings, parents who bring their IS230 child to the meeting and stay until the end of the meeting their child will receive 2 hours of community service. Community service is a graduation requirement here at IS230. To learn more about our community service requirement click on the link below:
On Thursday, December 19th from 4:30 p.m until 6:30 p.m the Hispanic Coalition will be hosting our Family Art Night which will Feature the Arts & Literacy Afterschool Program.Open to all parents and family members of the Arts and Literacy program. Join us for an evening of art, music and theater. We can't wait to show you what your students have been working on.
This month, we are celebrating the beauty of our Queens community while bringing the magic of the holidays to our neighbors in need. As we close out our Holiday Supplies Drive on December 18th, by donating toiletries, socks, coloring books, etc. to those in poverty, we encourage students and families to continue looking for ways to serve our community. At our Community Awareness and Celebration event on December 19th and 20th, students will learn about ways they can contribute and support those in need. They will also have the opportunity to learn about our Jackson Heights and Queens community and all the beautiful things it has to offer. As students leave the event, they are encouraged to leave a note sharing one thing they learned and one way they plan to serve our neighbors in the coming year.
To celebrate our Jackson Heights Community, you can still contribute to our Recipe Book. Please see the link below to submit a recipe.
English: https://forms.gle/mCqKXLC2FQ4KHcgU6
Español: https://forms.gle/6SJtt9KmL55UaJfW8
The New York City Department of Education (NYCDOE) believes that our schools become stronger when we listen to our students. This year, students will be invited to participate in the Panorama Education Student Perception Survey, a research-based, confidential student survey used across the country to provide teachers with students’ feedback about their classroom experiences. Students in grades 6-12 will be invited to participate in the 2024-2025 Student Perception Survey. The survey can be completed in 30 minutes or less. The survey administration window is from December 9th, 2024, to December 20th, 2024, and schools will determine when is best to administer the survey within that time frame. Questions on the survey ask how your child is experiencing their classes, such as how supported your child feels by their teacher, and whether they find lessons engaging. If you would like to view the items on the survey, please visit www.StudentPerceptionSurvey.nyc where you can view the 2024 Student Perception Survey or contact your school’s survey coordinator. All student survey responses are kept completely confidential, which means no one in the school will know how your child responded. Students are not asked to type in their names or ID numbers on the survey. The reports that teachers receive will not show the individual responses from any student, so you and your child can be confident that their responses will remain private. For more information please visit our website
Families please continue to fill out the Family Income Inquiry Form formerly known as the Lunch Form Survey. Although lunch is free for NYC students, to assure the appropriate share of federal Title I funds are given to IS 230 for your child’s education..
It is now online at www.myschoolapps.com
IS230 Basketball Update
Our boys team played two games this week. They played MS 291 and Voice Charter School. Our boys team left everything on the floor during both games, but ended up losing both games. Our boys team now holds a record of 1-2. Our girls team played MS 705 and once again dominated on both sides of the court and walked away with a victory with a final score of 48-12. Our girls team is 2-0. Only parents of the team members are allowed to watch the game based on league rules.
A PTA donation letter was sent home with the students. We are currently asking for your help in donating time and/or money. There is no monetary amount and parents are free to donate whatever they are able to do so. You can bring your donations to the main office located in the main/annex building and place them in the PTA donation box or you can make a deposit.
You can donate in 2 ways:
- Hand deliver a donation to the main office of both buildings, with the envelope addressed to the PTA.
- Or you can mail in a donation to the school @ IS 230Q, Attn: PTA, 73-10 34th Ave, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
If submitting a check donation, please make it payable to: Magnet School for Civics in the Community. Thank you for your time, dedication and investment to I.S. 230Q.
Emergency Preparedness
No drills were completed this week
Teen Mental Health
NYC Teenspace, an innovative online therapy platform tailored to provide accessible and confidential mental health support for NYC teenagers aged 13-17. This program is funded by the NYC Health Department, powered by Talkspace. NYC Teenspace offers a safe space for teens to connect with licensed therapists through convenient digital channels such as messaging, video sessions, and live chats. The platform aims to empower adolescents, providing them with a platform to discuss their concerns, navigate challenges, and strengthen their mental wellness. To learn more about the program please read the parent we sent home on November 6, 2024, our website and or www.talkspace.com/nyc
December CRSE Corner
This month we are celebrating Community Awareness. This month we are celebrating the beauty of our Queens community while bringing the magic of the holidays to our neighbors in need. I.S230 is partnering with the River Fund by collecting toiletries, socks, baby wipes, coloring books and crayons from December 4th until December 18th.
Restorative Practices
One of our newest and biggest initiatives this year is rolling out Homeroom. Homeroom will take place from 8:00 to 8:20 a.m. every morning. Homeroom is mandatory and part of your child’s school day. The purpose of Homeroom is to provide a space for our staff and students to take attendance, conduct announcements and most importantly an opportunity to connect with their peers in a meaningful way before starting the day. We are utilizing the MorningSide Cultural Affirming Wheel as our framework. To learn more about Restorative Practices and Morningside, please visit the link below.
https://www.morningsidecenter.org/
Important Upcoming Dates
December 16, 2024- Spirit Day: Disney Day/ Crazy Hat
December 16, 2024- PTA Snacks Sale During Lunch Periods (Annex and Main)
December 17, 2024- Spirit Day: Crazy Sock
December 17, 2024- 21st Century Winter Showcase 3:30-5:30 p.m
December 17, 2024- Family Virtual Workshop Series #4: Progress Monitoring I.E.P’s
December 18, 2024- Spirit Week: Wacky Sweater Day
December 18, 2024- Winter Dance 2:30-4:30 p.m (Main Gym)
December 18, 2024- P.T.A Meeting @ 5:30 p.m
December 19, 2024- Spirit Day: 1990’s Day
December 19, 2024- CR-SE Community Awareness Celebration Annex (Lunch Periods)
December 19, 2024- Family Art Night for the Arts and Literacy Program @ 4:30-6:00 p.m
December 20, 2024- Spirit Day: Sports Day
December 20, 2024- CR-SE Community Awareness Celebration Main (Lunch Periods)
We look forward to improving communication and relationships here at IS230.
Please visit our website www.is230.org and our Social Media Handlesto get more information and sign up for E-Chalk Notification.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Mr. Ajith Satyanarayana
