School Information

February 16, 2012 Family Night

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Family Night Themes:

Remembering Our Presidents and
Learning About Me

<--- Click on the hearts for further information.

2012-02-07T17:10:00.004-05:00

Respect For All Week
February 13 - 17, 2012

Click the 'Respect' link to read the Chancellor's letter. -------->

PS71Q Calendar

2012-02-02T12:24:00.000-05:00

There are many things going on at PS71Q. Do not miss out - just click on the calendar to the right to find out about Family Night, Parent University, after school test prep, and much more.

2012-01-27T10:25:00.000-05:00

Raz-Kids Online Reading Program
www.Raz-Kids.com
Raz-Kids Technical Support Number
(866) 899-3729

2012-01-24T08:11:00.002-05:00

Please join PS71Q's Robotics Team the "Top Bots"at the Queens Robotics competition:

Saturday, January 28, 2012 8:00am - 3:30pm
G.J. Ryan Middle School - MS 216

Click on the robot for further details.

FAMILY NIGHT - January 26, 2012

2012-01-05T14:01:00.003-05:00

Story Time Family Night

Click here to view the Family Night Flyer.

2011-12-23T23:23:00.000-05:00

Best Wishes to all from everyone at PS71Q. School resumes on Tuesday, January 3, 2012. Enjoy!

Pediculosis - Head Lice Information

2011-11-28T21:35:00.005-05:00

Click on the picture or on the links below to view information about Pediculosis. If you need more information, please contact the school or go to the NYC Department of Education website:

http://schools.nyc.gov

Pediculosis - English
Pediculosis - Spanish
Pediculosis - Arabic

Parent University at PS71Q

2011-11-23T07:52:00.002-05:00

Parents please join us for our Parent University workshops.
From Stress to Success - Thursday, December 1, 2011
The Write Stuff - Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Click below for more information and to register.
Parent University Flyer

November Family Night

2011-11-14T11:27:00.001-05:00

Click here to view the Family Night Flyer

Parent/Teacher Conferences November 15, 2011

2011-11-04T10:42:00.003-04:00

Below is a link from the New York City Department of Education, which will help you prepare for Parent/Teacher Conferences. Click below to find out more:

http://schools.nyc.gov/ParentsFamilies/PTC/default

PS71's Annual Penny Harvest

2011-11-03T13:44:00.001-04:00

Our annual Penny Harvest is running from November 1, 2011 through December 1, 2011. Please help us collect pennies. All monies collected are donated to charities.

Halloween at PS71Q

2011-10-12T07:46:00.008-04:00

Only students in Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade may wear costumes to school for the school parade. No masks allowed. Please read the Tips for Safe Trick or Treating below, to ensure your child has a happy and safe Halloween.

Click on the link below or the letter above to view the Principal's letter

Parent Harvest Celebration Letters

Tips for Safe Trick or Treating

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Do not allow a child to go “Trick or Treating” alone. Be sure older children take a friend.
Parents, accompany young children to the door of every residence and establishment that they approach. Be familiar with every place and all the people from which children receive treats.
Children should be cautioned that they should not enter any place without prior permission or without being accompanied by their parents.
Children should be cautioned never to approach any residence or establishment that is not well lit on the outside as well as the inside.
Children should be warned not to approach any vehicle, occupied or not, and they should be extremely careful when crossing the street.
Make sure all children carry a glow stick or flashlight, and wear reflective clothing when "trick or treating" after dark.
When using a mask, make sure that children can see and breathe properly and easily.
All costumes and masks should be clearly marked as fire resistant.
Children should be cautioned to report any suspicious incidents to their parents.
Children should be cautioned to run away from anyone attempting to lure them into any location with "special treats".
Parents should inspect all treats and dispose of anything that seems to be open or tampered with, or is not wrapped.
A good alternative to "trick or treating" is for parents to organize with other parents and have Halloween parties in their own homes.

Family Night

2011-09-27T21:51:00.000-04:00

Welcome Parents to PS71Q's Family Night September 28, 2011 (6pm-8pm)

Kindergarten Orientation PowerPoint Presentation School Year 2011/2012

2011-09-13T13:53:00.005-04:00

Click on the link below to view the presentation

PS71Q Forest Elementary Kindergarten Orientation Presentation

Message from New York State Education Commissioner John B King, Jr.

2011-09-09T21:56:00.002-04:00

New York State Education Commissioner John B. King, Jr. has posted 'Back to School' messages for students, parents, and educators. Click on the link below or on the picture to the left to see what Commissioner King has to say.

Commissioner King's Message

School Discipline Code - Effective September 2011

2011-08-27T09:56:00.000-04:00

Click on the picture below to view the Discipline Code and Bill of Student Rights and Responsibilities for K-12, effective September 2011.

First Day of School - September 8, 2011

2011-06-20T14:04:00.000-04:00

September 8, 2011
First day of school for students.

Spring Time at PS71Q

2011-03-21T11:04:00.002-04:00

At PS 71Q Spring is a time when not only flowers are in bloom, but students are blooming and blossoming too!

Mommy/Daddy and Me at PS 71Q

2011-03-15T07:27:00.000-04:00

PS71Q has started their Mommy/Daddy and Me program which takes place Tuesdays and Fridays from 1:30pm - 2:10pm. If you are interested in this program or would like more information please contact Ms. Napoli or Ms. Morales at (718) 821-7772.

Ringing in the New School Year 2011

2011-01-31T07:30:00.002-05:00

PS 71Q is happy to announce that we are starting off 2011 on a positive note. January has had its share of stormy, inclement weather, however, despite the weather, the administration, teachers and staff have all risen to the occasion and are all working together to ensure the safety and educational well being of all of our students.

PS71Q's Lateness Policy

2010-11-23T11:01:00.000-05:00

Please click on either clock to read Ms. Olivella's letter on lateness.

Ways to Stop Bullying

2010-11-16T11:20:00.002-05:00

What Students Can Do to Stop Bullying

What Schools Can Do to Stop Bullying

Parent Teacher Conferences November 9, 2010

2010-10-15T07:56:00.003-04:00

Click on the pictures to view the parent/teacher conference letters.

Principal's Letter

Translated Letters

Welcome Back to PS71Q for the School Year 2010-2011

2010-10-05T14:19:00.000-04:00

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR SCHOOL SUCCESS

2010-06-04T14:13:00.000-04:00

This link has some tips from Johns Hopkins University to keep your children sharp over the summer.
Johns Hopkins University Link

Book of the Year!

2010-05-24T16:14:00.000-04:00

Putting the yearbook together was difficult; writing the names and adding the pictures. Formatting the yearbook was a tedious and time consuming process. At the start of the year we realized that the yearbook was expensive and cost alot of $$$$. The approximate cost of this year's book was $40.00. Through generous donations, hard work and perseverance we've managed to lower the cost of the yearbook to $17.00. Through an additional anonymous donation the yearbook and signed t-shirts are now

FREE!!!

We at the Yearbook club thank the school community for their continued support. We anticipate the arrival of these items early June.

Literacy Fair

2010-05-22T10:11:00.001-04:00

Who:     P.S. 71Q
What:    Annual Literacy Fair
When: Friday, May 27th 6pm
Where: Throughout the school!
Why:     The purpose of the literacy fair is to inspire and educate the students at P.S. 71.

2010-05-15T11:31:00.000-04:00

Book swap collection starts May 17th 2010. Bring in your books!

WARM WEATHER & POLICIES

2010-04-30T14:01:00.000-04:00

The warmer weather is just around the corner and we are gearing up for the last two months of school. Please be advised of our school policy regarding appropriate clothing/attire for students during warm, extremely hot or humid days. Parents should use discretion and are asked to follow the regulations listed in this week's parent letter.

Please click here for the parent letter.
(For your convenience the letter has been translated into four different languages.)

Website Update!

2010-04-22T18:46:00.002-04:00

Forestelementary.com has changed its look to reflect the school colors.

Its Testing Time at P.S. 71

2010-04-21T09:35:00.002-04:00

Forest Elementary cares about our students, so in preparation for the upcoming state tests we are providing our testing tips. Testing tips are available for parents in the following languages:

English, Spanish, Polish, Albanian & Arabic. Testing tips to share with your children are also included in the following languages:
English, Spanish, Polish, Albanian & Arabic.

Spring Break

2010-03-26T11:56:00.000-04:00

On behalf of Ms. Scaturro, Mrs. Napoli, Mr. LaBarbera and myself, I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your families a joyous, relaxing Spring break. School will be closed from Monday, March 29, 2010 through Tuesday, April 6, 2010. Students return to school on Wednesday, April 7, 2010.

Family Night / Spring Pictures

2010-03-22T20:37:00.000-04:00

Spring pictures, family night & P.A meeting will be held tomorrow Tuesday March 23. Spring pictures will take place during school hours. Family night starts at 6:00pm. The P.A. meeting is scheduled for 6:30pm. For more information contact Angelica Morales our school's parent coordinator.

Automated Phone System (APS)

2010-03-17T12:51:00.000-04:00

The new automated phone system is now active. Feel free to give us a call and try it out. Our new phone system features four different languages each with several options. This system is designed to get our parents to the "destination" as fast as possible. The system is designed two levels deep with automated forwarding. We hope you find this new system helpful and fast.

2010-02-24T13:01:00.000-05:00

Afterschool math workshop, family night & P.A. meeting on Thursday February 25, 2010 has been canceled due to anticipated inclement weather conditions. These event will be rescheduled upon further notice.

AFTERSCHOOL MATH POSTPONED

2010-02-22T09:17:00.001-05:00

Math Workshop for Parents

Originally scheduled for Monday, February 22, 2010 from 6:00-8:00pm in the cafeteria; will now be on February 25, 2010 during math family night (6:00pm). The program will be presented by, Ms. Miriam Castro Math Specialist & Ms. Angelica Morales parent coordinator.

Midwinter Recess

2010-02-12T14:53:00.000-05:00

Forest Elementary School will be closed for Midwinter Recess (Including Washington's Birthday) February 15th through the 19th. Students are expected to return to school on Monday, February 22nd 2010. For the letter that went out today regarding homework/packages click here.

Schools will be Open Thursday, February 11, 2010

2010-02-10T20:47:00.001-05:00

"New York City public schools will be open and operate on a normal schedule Thursday, February 11, 2010."

For more information: Click here

School Closed!

2010-02-09T13:26:00.000-05:00

"Due to anticipated inclement weather conditions, all New York City public schools will be closed tomorrow, February 10, 2010. All after-school activities, PSAL events, and all other events taking place in school buildings will also be cancelled. While travel conditions to school in the morning may not be difficult, the weather is expected to worsen as the day progresses, complicating dismissal. We are making this decision today to give parents as much time as possible to make alternative plans for tomorrow."

2010-01-22T08:11:00.001-05:00

Math Workshop for Parents

Monday, January 25th, 2010 From 8:30-10:30am & 6:00-8:00pm in the Cafeteria. Presented by, Ms. Miriam Castro Math Specialist & Ms. Angelica Morales. PC.

2010-01-21T14:46:00.002-05:00

Reading to Learn
A Family Literacy workshop for the parents of students in grades 3-5 at PS 71. Learn fun ways to help your child with writing and support his/her learning. Receive a free storybook and learning guide. February 8, 2010 from 12:00-2:00. See Parent Calendar for more information.

After School Math

2010-01-14T08:59:00.000-05:00

Beginnning on Thursday, January 14, 2010 there will be an After School Test Preparation Program for students in grades 3, 4 and 5 to prepare them for the New York State Math Test. The program will meet as follows: every Thursday from January 14, 2010 through April 29, 2010. The times this program will meet are 3:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. Students participating in the program will be brought to the cafeteria by their teachers immediately following dismissal at 2:57 p.m. Snacks will be provided. All students will be dismissed at 5:15 p.m. into the LARGE schoolyard. If you are late, your child will be brought back into the school. Please come into the school through the front doors on Forest Avenue to pick up your child after 5:20 p.m.

After School ELA

2010-01-13T08:59:00.001-05:00

Beginning on Tuesday, January 19, 2010, there will be an After School Test Preparating Program for students in grades 3, 4 and 5 to prepare them for the New York State English Language Arts (ELA) test. The program will meet as follows: every Tueday from January 19, 2010 through April 28, 2010. The times for the program will be 3:15 p.m to 5:15 p.m. Students participating in the program will be brought to the cafeteria by their teacher immediately following dimissal at 2:57 p.m. Snacks will be provided. All students will be dismissed at 5:15 p.m. into the LARGE schoolyard. If you are late, your child will be brought back into the school. Please ccome into the school through the front doors on Forest Avenue to pick up your child after 5:20 p.m. Continuous lateness will result in removal of the program.

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Welcome Back!

Please click on the calendar to the right for more information about the important events that will take place this month. Remember school begins tomorrow January 4th, 2010!

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On behalf of Ms. Olivella, Administration and Staff we here at Forest Elementary would like to wish you and your family a wonderful holiday and prosperous New Year! School will be closed from December 24th Through January 3rd. School will resume on Monday January 4th.

Ne emer te znj. Olivella drejtoreshes se P.S. 71 Forest Elementary School, Administrates dhe stafit deshirojme t'ju urojme ju dhe familjes suaj. Festa te mrekullueshme dhe nje vit te ri te begate! Shkolla do te jete e mbyllur nga 24 dhjetori deri me 3 janar. Shkolla do te filloje te henen me 4 Janar.

Dzien dobry Wimieniu Pani dyrektor Pani Olivelli, rady pedagogicznej i calej kadry pomocniczej naszej szkoly pragne zyczyc Panstwu Wesolych Swiat i Szczesliwego Nowego Roku. Prosimy pamietac, ze nie bedzie zajec szkolnych w dniach od czwartku 24 grudnia do 3 stycznia. Zajecia zostana wzowione w poniedzialek 4 stycznia 2010. Wszystkieo najlepszego.

No Child Left Behind / Title I School

2009-12-07T16:23:00.003-05:00

The federal No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 allows parents of students who attend Title I funded schools to request certification information about the qualifications of the teachers and paraprofessionals assigned to their child. Under this law, you may contact your child’s school and request information regarding which subjects your child’s teacher is certified to teach. To be certified in the State of New York, teachers have passed a series of examinations, hold a bachelor’s degree, and have completed a concentration of college credits in the certification subject area of their assignment.

Click here for more information

Cold Weather Policy

2009-12-02T20:07:00.003-05:00

Many years ago, schools were advised to keep children inside when the temperature dropped below 32 degrees. In 2004, the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene reviewed this policy and recommended that a combination of factors should be used to determine whether outdoor play is advisable.

For the parent letter that went out in November click here.

2009-12-01T12:27:00.002-05:00

New York State's "NEW"
CHILD RESTRAINT LAW

Child Passenger Restraints Are Not An Option,
They Are The Law!

This new law states, "All children must be restrained
in an appropriate child restraint system until they reach
their 8th birthday, while riding in a motor vehicle.

Click here for more information on this new law

Forest Elementary & K-12 Alerts

2009-11-27T20:55:00.004-05:00

Forest Elementary is proud to introduce our new automated parent/guardian notification system, K-12 alerts. This new system allows us to contact all of our student's parents with texting, voice and email alerts. It is our mission to make the communication process more fluid and interactive.

2009-11-02T20:12:00.003-05:00

Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent teacher conferences will be held on November 10th according to the schedule listed below:

Math Triad appointments will also take place on the same day at the times listed below.

Your child’s teacher or triad teacher will confirm your appointment. Please note that if you miss your scheduled time, you may wait until the teacher is available, or you may reschedule for another date. Please be sure to bring your appointment slip with you to gain entrance into the school. Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to meeting with you to share your child’s progress and goals with you.