Paulo Panther Weekly
Weekly events and announcements: 01/16/2022
This Week's Schedule
- Mon. Jan 17th Dr. MLK Jr. Day (School closed for the holiday)
- Tues. Jan 18th PTA Meeting 7 PM (Zoom) Math night immediately following
- Jan 13th to Jan. 21st Mid term exams
- Fri. Jan 21st Photo Re-take Day
On Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day..
- “I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.”
- “Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?’”
- “The time is always right to do what is right.”
- “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.”
“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.”
Join us for MATH night
Junior Giving Circle has returned!
8th Grade Senior Dues Information
In 8th grade, we eagerly anticipate graduation with pride and enthusiasm. While we hope there will be many great experiences that will become enduring memories, under the current landscape, the future in this regard is still unclear. Additional information regarding specific activities and events will be forthcoming, and will be based on restrictions imposed by the NYCDOE and government officials.
To make your child’s senior year memorable, we begin with the collection of senior dues. The assessment for senior dues for each student is $195. The cost of senior dues covers setup and materials that make the graduation ceremony beautiful and special. This includes your child’s graduation gown, diploma and diploma case, awards and certificates, graduation tickets (2 per family), and the graduate lawn/window signs. Senior dues also include the senior t-shirt, yearbook, video yearbook, and many other incidental but essential materials that make your child’s senior year memorable.
Senior dues do not include the cost of the Senior Banquet which is tentatively set for June 1, 2022, or the 8th grade trip to Six Flags Great Adventure which is tentatively set for June 3, 2022. Information concerning these activities will be forthcoming. Please understand that the planning of both of these events is contingent upon the continually changing guidelines set by the NYCDOE.
Senior dues will be accepted through the end of February. Accurate projections must be made in terms of people, space, and materials involved in graduation. Therefore, your prompt attention to this matter is appreciated. Payment of Senior Dues can be made via our website at https://www.is75.org/ under the School Store/Online Payments tab.
As always, we would like to thank you for your continued cooperation and support of the many once-in-a-lifetime activities to come. If you have any questions concerning the dues or activities planned, please reach out to our senior events coordinators, Ms. LaRocca or Ms. Boshnack, via PupilPath, or feel free to contact us at 718-701-6343.
We look forward to a memorable year for our graduating class of 2022!
PTA Corner
Next PTA Meeting Jan. 18th 7 PM ZOOM
Please join us at the PTA Zoom Meeting on Tuesday, January 18th at 7pm where I will talk about the upcoming program changes in the 6th grade, as well as the formation of our Scholar classes. Semester Two classes for all 6th graders will begin on Monday, February 14th. Looking forward to seeing everyone Tuesday night. Also, don't forget that Math Night will be following the PTA meeting.
Mr. Mariconda
ELA Test Prep 2022: Enrollment continues
I am pleased to inform you that we are offering students the opportunity to participate in an ELA State Test Prep Program devoted to providing him/her with the skills needed to become more proficient in ELA. The program will prepare your child for the 2022 New York State ELA Exam.
Please note that the ELA State Exam is scheduled for Tuesday, March 29th and Wednesday, March 30th.· This program will be held virtually each Wednesday after school from 3:30 PM until 5:00 PM.· The nine-week program is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 and will end on Wednesday, March 23, 2022.· There will be no class on February 23rd (Winter Break) and March 9th (Parent Teacher Conference).
There is no charge for this class. However, if students miss more than two classes they will be removed from the program.
· If you would like your child to participate, please complete the online registration form.
· Online registration for this program (“Virtual” ELA Test Prep 2022) can be found via our website at www.is75.org under the School Store/Online Payments tab. If you are interested in registering more than one child, you must register for each child separately.
After registering, your child will receive an invite to an ELA Test Prep Google classroom.
Mr. Joseph Mariconda
Assistant Principal
ATTN 8th GRADE: High School Application Update
· The high school application for students entering high school in Fall 2022 will open in late January (during the week of January 24, 2022). Families will be notified when the application opens.
· The deadline for families to submit their high school application will be in early March (the week of February 28, 2022).
· High school programs that use the screened admissions method will use multiple measures as their screening criteria. These measures will include submission of a work sample from last year (such as essays, reports, etc)and first semester grades from this school year. This year, due to the absence of reliable or current state exam results, state test scores will not be used.
Champs Program
In the CHAMPS Sports and Fitness Program, students participate in fun, safe, and supervised physical activities before school. The name CHAMPS stands for Cooperative, Healthy, Active, Motivated and Positive Students.
CHAMPS will run through Feb. 18, 2022.. Hours are 6:30 am to 7:30 am, Monday through Friday. Those who wish to participate must be vaccinated. Any questions email FSciarabba@schools.nyc.gov
International Multicultural Celebration at IS75
I.S.75 is planning an International Multicultural Celebration for February 17th, 2022 at Paulo from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. We would love for parents and guardians to join in and share their heritage with our school community.
Please feel free to email Ms. Boshnack with any questions or concerns!
Students only: Please fill out the form to let us know if you can stay after school on Thursday's from 2:30-3:30 to work on your poster board for the International Fair. Culture Club will start on Thursday, January 6th Can't wait to learn about all your cultures and share them at the Paulo International Fair! CLICK HERE FOR THE FORM TO JOIN
The Paulo Pages- IS75's Digital Newspaper
Heart of Humble Heroes Hundred-Day Challenge Nov. 19th through Feb.27th
We have just about 40 days to go...Students have 100 days to volunteer in their community, log their hours, post their journey, and submit an essay or Flipgrid about how they made an impact. The challenge runs from November 19th - February 27th. One winner from each grade will be chosen by the Humble Heroes and receive a monetary prize, and all participants will receive 2 service credits.
Final Submission Due Friday March 4th, 2022
If you have any questions, reach out to Miss LaRocca at alarocca6@schools.nyc.gov
SCHOOL SPIRIT CALENDAR FOR 2021-2022
Upcoming Paulo Spirit days:
February 11, 2022 – Football Jersey Day
February 14, 2022 – Wear Red for Valentine’s Day
February 17, 2022 - International Night
March 4, 2022 - Hawaiian Shirt Day
March 17, 2022 – Wear Green for St. Patrick’s Day
April 8, 2022- Basketball Jersey Day
April 29, 2022 – Light it Up Blue for Autism
May 4, 2022- Star Wars Day
May 27, 2022 – Superhero Day
June 1, 2022-Soccer Jersey Day
Saturday Morning Math Tutoring
"Virtual" Math Tutoring on Saturdays
Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Classes will resume on January 8th and continue through January 22nd.
Classes are taking place remotely. Students WILL NOT report to school.
You must register your child at IS75.org under the School Store/Online Payments tab in order to attend math tutoring. After registering, the student will receive an invite to the google classroom.
Operoo
Pupil Path
Useful Links: Self-help
- Daily Health screening https://healthscreening.schools.nyc/
- Health and Safety in Our Schools COVID-19 School Health Policy.
- IS75 Website https://www.is75.org/
- NYC Schools Account Portal NYC Schools Account (NYCSA)
- Parent Consent for Testing New York City Schools Account (NYCSA)
- School Food Forms https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application
- Student Account information schools.nyc.gov/studentaccounts
- Student-Family Handbook https://www.is75.org/pdfs/Paulo%20Student-Family%20Handbook%202021-22%20_1_.pdf
- Student transportation https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/transportation/transportation-overview/whats-ne
- Vaccine portal Vaccine.schools.nyc
Dates to Remember
- Tues. Jan 25th MATH After-school virtual test prep. begins
- Fri. Jan. 28th End of 2nd Marking period
- Tues. Feb 1st: Lunar New Year- School closed