PS/IS 192 (20K192) - The Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry

 January, 2026

Dear P.S./I.S. 192 School Community,

Happy New Year! We hope 2026 brings joy and good health to you and your family. We truly appreciate the strong partnership we've developed between our school and your home, and we are grateful for your ongoing involvement in your child's education. As we welcome the New Year, it's a perfect opportunity for you and your children to cultivate positive habits that can enrich your lives while also considering ways to grow both personally and as a community.

December was a vibrant month for our students, highlighted by the successful Winter Wonderland Holiday family event, where everyone enjoyed delicious treats, music, raffles, and visits from the Grinch and Santa Claus. Your participation in these events is invaluable to us.

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Ms. Draghi and all the staff for their hard work in organizing the Polar Express Holiday show, as well as to our Spirit Committee for planning a week of engaging activities for our community.  We would also like to take the opportunity to acknowledge our entire staff for their collective efforts in making P.S./I.S. 192 such an amazing school - a safe environment where all students are welcomed, celebrated, and valued, while rigorous academic standards are expected.  

At P.S./I.S. 192, we remain dedicated to supporting our school community. We are excited to announce upcoming events, including a New Year’s Family Celebration, PTA Picture Day, the NYC Kids Rise family workshop, Coffee with Colby, and Kindness Week starting January 19th. More details will be shared in separate communications.

Important Information:

• Attendance Policy: Please do your best to have your child attend school daily. P.S./I.S. 192 does not take missed school days lightly. If your child is sick please send a doctor’s note upon their return (All absences will be reflected on your child’s attendance record).  
• Arrivals/Lateness: It's very important that students arrive on time each day. We open the doors at 7:40 AM for all students that would like to eat breakfast or to come in and chat with friends.  School begins promptly at 8:00 AM. Any student that arrives after 8:00 AM will be marked late.
• Emergency Card Information (Blue Card): You completed emergency blue cards the first week of school.  Please notify us of any changes to your contact information (phone number, home address, health information, emergency numbers, etc.).
• Communication is a key to success. Please maintain open communication with your classroom teacher, cluster teacher and out of classroom service providers.

Colby Muscarelle,

Principal

January, 2026

Dear Kindergarten Families,

We invite you to join us for an informative Family Workshop on the NYC Kids Rise - College Saving Program. This initiative is designed to assist you in setting up your child's account and gaining valuable insights into the program.

The NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program provides families, schools, and communities with a way to work together to save for and invest in their children’s futures. It is a scholarship and savings program designed to make college and career training more accessible for public school students. The Program was created so that every NYC public school student can dream big, build financial assets for college and career training, and receive community support along the way. NYC Kids RISE, a non-profit organization, manages the Save for College Program in partnership with NYC Public Schools and the City of New York.

Wednesday, January 14th, Thursday, January 15th & Friday, January 16th

8:10 AM & 2:30 PM

Room 104

Should you have any questions or require assistance, please feel free to reach out to our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Solange Cisneros-Steinert at scisnerossteine@schools.nyc.gov or 718-633-3061 EXT 2056 or 1040.

For additional support, please contact NYC Kids RISE at 833-543-7473. 

Warmest Regards,

Colby Muscarelle

Principal

January, 2026

Dear 192 School Community,

We’re thrilled to share that we’ve teamed up with Eye on Education to offer our students free vision examinations.

This program goes beyond basic screenings, providing thorough eye exams that can identify issues like blurred vision and lazy eyes, helping to catch potential problems early. 

Essential vision skills play a crucial role in achieving academic success.

If any student needs glasses, they will receive them within two weeks. 

Eye on Education is already collaborating with several schools in District 20 and NYCPS. Please complete the attached parental consent form and return it to the school. 

For more information, please visit this link: https://www.eyeonedu.org/

 FREE WATCH for all participants

No out of pocket expenses - No copays - No deductibles

Should you have any questions or require assistance, please feel free to reach out to our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Solange Cisneros-Steinert at scisnerossteine@schools.nyc.gov or 718-633-3061 EXT 2056 or 1040.

Warmest Regards,

Colby Muscarelle,

Principal