Updated for 2018/2019 school year and available in 10 languages.
P.S./I.S. 192- The Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry
4715 18th Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11204
Telephone Number: 1-718-633-3061 Fax Number: 1-718-871-8721
Colby Muscarelle
Principal, I.A.
Janine Kraljev and Catherine Campanella
Assistant Principals
Yolanda Fioriello, Parent Coordinator
Welcome to PS/IS 192!
Our Mission Statement
PS/IS 192 , the Magnet School of Math and Science Inquiry, is the school of character and intelligence. At PS/IS 192 each student is special and precious. Our school mission is to use every minute for every child to excel as a student and as a citizen.
Regular School Hours
School hours will be posted soon.
Be on time. Punctuality is important.
Statement on Accessiblity
Statement on Accessibility: We are working to make this website easier to access for people with disabilities, and will follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0. If you need assistance with a particular page or document on our current site, please contact the Parent Coordinator, Yolanda Fioriello to request assistance.
Update From The Chancellor- Red Zones
October 21, 2020
Dear Families,
I hope you and your loved ones are safe and healthy.
Earlier this month, the State designated your school as located in a “red zone,” requiring the closure of your school building and a transition to fully remote teaching and learning for an initial two-week period. This week, the State of New York made some important announcements regarding its designation of geographic zones reflecting elevated levels of COVID-19 transmission. I am writing today to explain how this affects your school and important next steps.
Here is today’s update:
Your school’s geographic area continues to be identified as a “red zone.” School buildings in these zones will continue to remain closed until further notice.
Fully remote teaching and learning will continue for all students.
You can find a map of the red zone, and other specially designated zones at nyc.gov/covidzone.
I know that for many of you, it is disappointing that your building will remain closed. We know nothing can replace in-person learning. But we continue to support your child’s teachers and all school staff to ensure they have a strong, engaging learning experience focused on academic excellence, community-building, and social emotional support. We remain committed to academic success for your child—no matter where they are learning.
Once again, the Mayor and I consider your family’s health and safety, and that of everyone in your school community, to be our top priority, and we have pledged to keep it at the forefront of everything we do. I know that by continuing to work together, we can effectively fight back against COVID-19.
It’s up to all of us, no matter where we are, to remain vigilant in taking the steps we know are so important in preventing the spread of this virus. Remember the “Core Four”: wash your hands, wear a face covering, keep six feet of distance from others, and stay home if you’re feeling sick. These are critically important steps that all of us can take every day.
We will continue to unequivocally support you, and everyone in the DOE family, as this public health crisis continues to evolve. Please do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s school with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Richard A. Carranza
Chancellor,
New York City Department of Education
This is a recap of our Family Google Meet on Friday, October 9th.
This is a recap of our Family Google Meet on Friday, October 9th.
Building Closure: Our building will be closed at least through next Wednesday, October 21st, and possibly longer. We will communicate with you once we receive any information related to the building's reopening. All students will learn remotely each day until the building reopens. Thus far this school year, there have been no confirmed Covid-19 cases among our students or staff.
Please check the PS/IS 192 website to see which cohort (either a, b, or c) is scheduled to report to the building upon the building reopening.
Open PTA and SLT positions: We are looking for parents who are interested in taking an active role in collaborating with the school to continually improve our children's educational experience. If you are interested in joining the PTA and/or SLT, please nominate yourself on this form. Our students and our school community need your insights, your perspectives, and some of your time, energy, and passion.
Covid-19 Testing: There were many questions related to the covid-19 random testing initiative starting once we return to the school building. Please review this Covid-19 testing page for all relevant information, including the covid-19 testing consent form. Also, for your convenience we've included a link to the testing centers closest to your address.
Health screening: Upon our return to the school building, please ensure your child conducts a daily health screening before leaving home.
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Families need to do the following before arriving to school:
- Check their child's temperature at home
- Complete the Health Screening Survey at home
- At the school entrance prior to entry, show their confirmation email via electronic device, printed copy, or their health screening placard backpacked home your child's first day
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Device concerns: If your child is having problems with his/her device, please be sure to notify his/her teacher and also inform our parent coordinator, Yolanda Fioriello at yfioriello@schools.nyc.gov. If you will need to request a device from the DOE, please complete this Remote Learning Device Request.
Important document submission: You should have received the attached "to do" form from your child's teacher which consolidates most of the information we'll need from you regarding your child into one location. We are asking you to please complete each form for each of your children within the next few days (If you have already submitted a form, no need to resubmit).
OPT IN
Below is a link about opting back into blended learning.
Take-Out Meals For Remote Learning Students
While your child is learning remotely, take-out meals for students will be available at the main entrance of PS/IS 192 on school days only, 9:00AM-12 noon.
Sincerely,Colby Muscarelle
Principal, IA
P.S./I.S. 192
The Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry
4715 18th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11204
Phone: (718) 633-3061
Fax: (718) 871-8721
Forms To be Completed
October 9, 2020
Dear Families,
We hope this letter finds you well. This is just a gentle reminder to please complete and submit the following documents if you have not already done so. School is required to have these forms on file. Please use the links below to complete all necessary forms. Thank you for your continued cooperation.
Document/To Do English Translated Versions
❏ Emergency Blue Card
❏ Email to
❏ Read Discipline Code
❏ Read Bill of Rights https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/know-your-rights/discipline-code
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/know-your-rights/discipline-code
❏ Student Behavior Contracts
Grades K-5
https://forms.gle/rrtMEEVNmiY9xp1V9
❏ Student Behavior Contracts
Grades 6-12
https://forms.gle/TAgAZAePf56CwGtE8
❏ Photo Consent Form
https://forms.gle/AZiNdeXZ9RR8wpwB9 -English
https://forms.gle/2mAC8fFdrKMjq8zc7 -Spanish
https://forms.gle/pMovmNwDa2dcfzdA8 -Russian
https://forms.gle/2NnYhdqzSWajVCJFA -Chinese
❏ COVID-Testing Consent Form
❏ Emergency Evacuation Sites
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScrP8SgF6bkLR7xWsELNrZM8Csvybvk1tCuvwh3ExTIiJQjZA/viewform
❏ Cell Phone Policy
https://forms.gle/UVFNWxKcr3xYpiNW9
❏ Provide teacher with up to two parent/guardian email addresses
Letter from our new Superintendent
THE NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
JOSEPH O’BRIEN, Ed.D Community Superintendent (I.A.)
COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 20
415 - 89 STREET, BROOKLYN, NY 11209
September 2020
Dear Families of District 20,
My name is Dr. Joseph O’Brien and it is my great honor and privilege to introduce myself as Interim Acting Community Superintendent of District 20. I look now to partner with you to foster participation between the District office, our schools and our amazing community of families.
I know many of us are feeling anxiety, however, our principals, assistant principals, teachers and school staff have worked tirelessly to make opening day on September 16, 2020 for remote students and September 21, 2020 for blended scheduled students, safe, meaningful and successful.
I look forward to working side-by-side with you in the days ahead and building new bridges of communication, so that we may work together for the betterment of all of our students.
Please note, we are forging the District 20 Equity Committee, which will meet on September 30, 2020 at 1 pm. I welcome you to join us in looking at ways that we may help all students, including those from underrepresented populations.
If you are interested in joining us, please email me at jobrien17@schools.nyc.gov with your name, your child(s) name and the D20 school in which they attend.
Further, I welcome you to join us at our Immigrant Parent Advisory Council and Community Education Council (CEC) meetings this year. The bond between the school house and our families is an essential one and I urge each and every one of you to join the talented teachers, assistant principals and principals of D20 to build a better tomorrow, today.
Thank you so very much and I look forward to continuing the conversation.
I can always be reached via email at jobrien17@schools.nyc.gov
Best wishes,
Joseph O’Brien, Ed.D.
District 20 Community Superintendent (IA)
T&I 31783 Family Letter (Spanish)
THENEWYORKCITYDEPARTMENT OFEDUCATION
JOSEPH O’BRIEN, Ed.D Community Superintendent (I.A.)
COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 20
415 - 89 STREET, BROOKLYN, NY 11209
Septiembre de 2020
Estimadas familias del Distrito 20:
Soy el Dr. Joseph O’Brien y es un gran honor y privilegio presentarme como superintendente comunitario interino del Distrito 20. En este momento, espero poder trabajar en equipo junto a ustedes para fomentar la participación entre la oficina del distrito, nuestras escuelas y nuestra increíble comunidad de familias.
Sé que muchos de nosotros sentimos ansiedad, sin embargo, nuestros directores, subdirectores, maestros y personal escolar han trabajado incansablemente para hacer que el día de la apertura, el 16 de septiembre de 2020 para la modalidad a distancia, y el 21 de septiembre de 2020 para el modelo de aprendizaje semipresencial, sea seguro, significativo y exitoso.
Espero que trabajemos juntos en los próximos días y construyamos nuevos puentes de comunicación para que podamos colaborar en el progreso de todos nuestros estudiantes.
Tengan en cuenta que estamos formando el Comité de Equidad del Distrito 20, que se reunirá el 30 de septiembre de 2020 a la 1 p.m. Los invito a acompañarnos para buscar formas de ayudar a todos los estudiantes, incluyendo aquellos de poblaciones con poca representación.
Si están interesados en participar, deben enviarme un correo electrónico a jobrien17@schools.nyc.gov que indique su nombre, el nombre de su(s) hijo(s) y la escuela del Distrito 20 a la que asisten.
Además, quisiera invitarlos a las reuniones de este año del Consejo de Educación Comunitario (Community Education Council, CEC) y el Consejo de Padres Asesores sobre inmigración. El vínculo entre la escuela y nuestras familias es fundamental y les recomiendo a todos ustedes aliarse a los talentosos maestros, subdirectores y directores del Distrito 20 para construir un mejor mañana a partir de hoy.
Muchas gracias y espero que continuemos el diálogo.
Recuerden que siempre pueden contactarme por correo electrónico: jobrien17@schools.nyc.gov.
Saludos cordiales,
Joseph O’Brien, Ed.D.
Superintendente comunitario interino (IA) del Distrito 20
Message from Our Principal
10/2/2020 11:12 AM
Dear P.S. 192 - The Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry Community:
The health and safety of our students and staff, and everyone in the DOE family across the city, is our top priority. We are committed to ensuring you have the information you need on COVID-19 as we continue to navigate this public health emergency together.
Today we are writing to inform you, out of an abundance of caution, that on 10/2/2020 11:12 AM a member of our school community was sent home with COVID-19 symptoms.
We are handling this situation with the utmost seriousness. At this time there are no plans for classroom or school closures, and students in blended learning should continue to attend on their in-person days as regularly scheduled unless they are feeling ill. If, and only if, the individual tests positive, you will receive another update informing you and framing the next steps.
Please be reassured that we are taking every precaution to prevent the spread of COVID-19 within our school community, including ensuring that anyone who feels sick in the school building can isolate. Our school has designated an isolation room where a student with symptoms associated with COVID-19 can be safely isolated and evaluated by a healthcare professional until they are picked up by a guardian.
If the individual tests positive for COVID-19, they cannot return to the school until they have isolated for 10 days and been fever-free for 24 hours without use of medication and have other symptoms improving.
It’s up to all of us to help keep our school community safe and healthy. Please remember to follow these important “Core Four” actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:
· Stay home if sick: Monitor your and your child’s health and stay home if you are sick or keep them home if they are sick, except for getting essential medical care (including COVID-19 testing) and other essential needs.
· Physical distancing: Stay at least 6 feet away from people who are not members of your household.
· Wear a face covering: Protect those around you. Wearing a face covering helps reduce the spread of COVID-19, especially if you are sick and don’t have symptoms. For more information about face coverings, visit nyc.gov/health/coronavirus and look for "FAQ About Face Coverings."
· Practice healthy hand hygiene: Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available; clean frequently touched surfaces regularly; avoid touching your face with unwashed hands; and cover your cough or sneeze with your arm, not your hands.
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please set up a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.
Thank you for your cooperation. Health and safety will always come first in New York City public schools, no matter what.
Sincerely,
Colby Muscarelle
Principal, IA
10/1/2020
Dear P.S. 192 - The Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry Community:
The health and safety of our students and staff, and everyone in the DOE family across the city, is our top priority. We are committed to ensuring you have the information you need on COVID-19 as we continue to navigate this public health emergency together.
Today we are writing to inform you, out of an abundance of caution, that on 10/1/2020 12:22 PM a member of our school community was sent home with COVID-19 symptoms.
We are handling this situation with the utmost seriousness. At this time there are no plans for classroom or school closures, and students in blended learning should continue to attend on their in-person days as regularly scheduled unless they are feeling ill. If, and only if, the individual tests positive, you will receive another update informing you and framing the next steps.
Please be reassured that we are taking every precaution to prevent the spread of COVID-19 within our school community, including ensuring that anyone who feels sick in the school building can isolate. Our school has designated an isolation room where a student with symptoms associated with COVID-19 can be safely isolated and evaluated by a healthcare professional until they are picked up by a guardian.
If the individual tests positive for COVID-19, they cannot return to the school until they have isolated for 10 days and been fever-free for 24 hours without use of medication and have other symptoms improving.
It’s up to all of us to help keep our school community safe and healthy. Please remember to follow these important “Core Four” actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:
· Stay home if sick: Monitor your and your child’s health and stay home if you are sick or keep them home if they are sick, except for getting essential medical care (including COVID-19 testing) and other essential needs.
· Physical distancing: Stay at least 6 feet away from people who are not members of your household.
· Wear a face covering: Protect those around you. Wearing a face covering helps reduce the spread of COVID-19, especially if you are sick and don’t have symptoms. For more information about face coverings, visit nyc.gov/health/coronavirus and look for "FAQ About Face Coverings."
· Practice healthy hand hygiene: Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available; clean frequently touched surfaces regularly; avoid touching your face with unwashed hands; and cover your cough or sneeze with your arm, not your hands.
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please set up a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.
Thank you for your cooperation. Health and safety will always come first
COVID-19 Testing form
COVID-19 Testing Consent Form Available in NYCSA
In addition to the paper form, a digital version is available via NYC Schools Account (NYCSA).
Translations of the form will be available in all DOE-supported languages via NYCSA on October 6. For additional information on COVID-19 testing, please visit the COVID-19 Testing for Students wiki.
Chancellor's Letter
October 9, 2020
Dear Families,
I hope this letter finds you and your loved ones well. As you are aware, earlier this week your school transitioned to fully remote teaching and learning as a precautionary measure in the fight against COVID-19. Soon after, we received an updated mandate from the State on the actions we must take to address COVID-19 hot spots in our communities. We want to let you know that this mandate does not change anything regarding the status of your school building. It will remain closed through at least Wednesday, October 21. Fully remote teaching and learning will continue during this time.
We will continue to proactively provide updates. And as I mentioned in a previous letter, we will continue taking all necessary steps to ensure your student engages in dynamic, effective learning while remote. Health, safety, and academic excellence continue to lead the way.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s school with any questions or concerns. You can find information about your child’s school, including principal contact information, on our website using “Find a School” at schoolsearch.schools.nyc.
Thank you for patience and commitment during this unprecedented time.
Sincerely,
Richard A. Carranza
Chancellor
New York City Department of Education
COVID TESTING CENTERS
Covid-19 Testing Centers closest to PS/IS 192
Urgent Care Clinic
4426 18th Avenue, Brooklyn , NY 11204
Screening Required
Antibody Testing: Available
* Web Verified
ParCare Community-Borough Park
Clinic
4714 16th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11204
Open now: 12PM-5PM▼
Screening Required
Antibody Testing: Available
Walk-Ins are Welcome, However Making an appointment ensures timely slots.
Source: http://www.parcarecenter.com/
NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health, East New York(Midwood)
Walk up only
1223 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230
Open now: 9AM-7PM▼
Free Diagnostic Testing (Third-party Verified)
Screening Required
Please bring your Photo ID & Insurance Card, if applicable.
Source: https://www.nychealthandhospitals.org/covid-19-testing-sites-for-high-risk-patients/
* Web Verified
Urgent Care Clinic
3808 14th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Open now: 2PM-12AM▼
Schedule Appointment
Screening Required
All insurances and Medicare are acceptable. If you are insured your insurance will cover all covid testing and antibody testing at 100%. Covid: Self pay cost is $125 and lab $95 Antibody: visit is $75 and lab $65
Source: https://www.chaicare.org/covid-19-testing-and-faqs-for-patients
* Web Verified
Kamin Health - Boro Park Urgent Care
Urgent Care Clinic
4502 13th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Open now: 2PM-12AM▼
Antibody Testing: Available
Source: https://www.kaminhealth.com/boro-park-urgent-care/
* Web Verified
Clini
6010 Bay Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Open now: 10AM-10PM▼
Screening Required
Antibody Testing: Available
Walk-Ins are Welcome, However Making an appointment ensures timely slots.
Source: http://www.parcarecenter.com/
* Phone Verified
NYC Health + Hospitals Bensonhurst 14th Ave
Community Health Center
6315 14th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Open now: 9AM-7PM▼
Free Diagnostic Testing (Third-party Verified)
Rapid Testing Available
* Phone Verified
Clinic
260 Ocean Parkway, #1J, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Open now: 9AM-5PM▼
Screening Required
Antibody Testing: Available
* Web Verified
ProHEALTH Urgent Care - Bensonhurst
Urgent Care Clinic
6906 18th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11204
Open now: 8AM-8PM▼
Schedule Appointment
Appointment Required
Screening Required
Antibody Testing: Available
Call triage line (516) 874-0411 prior to visiting. If deemed necessary you will be referred to the nearest location for testing.
Source: https://www.prohealthcare.com/content/prohealth/en/urgent-care.html/#brook
* Phone Verified
NYC Health + Hospitals 4002 Fort Hamilton
Hospital
4002 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11218, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Open now: 9AM-7PM▼
Free Diagnostic Testing (Third-party Verified)
Rapid Testing Available
* Web Verified
Parent Teacher Conferences
October 26, 2020
Dear Families,
We hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to notify you of the upcoming Parent Teacher Conferences on Thursday, November 5th. The conferences will not be in the school building; they will take place through virtual meetings, either on Google Meet or over the phone. Afternoon conferences can be anytime between 12:30 and 2:30 PM and evening conferences will be between 4:30 and 7 pm. Your child’s teacher will be reaching out to you to coordinate the time slot of your meeting(s). On November 5th, students will dismiss three hours early, so their school day will run from 8:30 AM until 11 AM.
Also, next Tuesday, November 3rd is Election Day and all students will learn remotely. Teachers will not be teaching live on November 3rd because they will have a full day of professional development; however, they will be posting work and students will be expected to complete the work throughout the day.
Please be sure to stay safe and try to keep your spirits up throughout these challenging times. Let’s continue to support each other as a school family.
Sincerely,
Colby Muscarelle
Principal, I.A
Chancellors Update
September 21, 2020
Dear Families,
It is my pleasure to welcome you and your children to the 2020–21 school year! We could not have achieved this
milestone without every one of you. I am grateful for your support and your faith in our public schools. So many
New Yorkers have worked around the clock to accomplish this shared goal: the safe return of our students,
teachers, and school staff to classroom and remote learning.
There is no doubt this has been a challenging seven months, but we should feel proud of the outstanding job New
Yorkers have done to fight COVID-19. Our actions have led to weeks of very low infection rates citywide.
However, the virus is still active in our city, state, and country. We know that there will be cases of COVID-19
this fall. The good news is we are prepared to fight this virus while holding true to our mission—ensuring that all
our students continue to learn and thrive.
To carry this out, we have put in place strict health and safety protocols and created a COVID-19 Response
Situation Room for DOE principals, which serves as a “one-stop shop” for school leaders in handling all COVID19 cases in schools. When principals learn of a potential COVID-19 case in their school, they call the Situation Room to report it, and medical, public health, and education staff are on hand and readily available to support principals through responding to it. Principals or their designees call the Situation Room, which helps to handleeverything from there - including quickly communicating vital updates for principals to share with their schoolcommunities.
We are confident in our ability to provide your children with the healthy, safe, engaging, high-quality education
you expect. We will continue to be transparent and keep you informed. In this Update for Families, I am happy
to share the latest information on:
How to complete daily health screenings for your child,
Where to get tested for COVID-19,
How to stay informed on COVID-19 cases in your school community, and
What transportation to and from school looks like
In addition, to help you find key information I have shared in past updates, we have included quick links to DOE
resources on:
Health and safety measures in our schools,
What teaching and learning looks like this year, and
School schedules for elementary, middle, and high schools
As always, all information regarding back to school can be found at schools.nyc.gov/returntoschool2020. If you
have additional questions, please contact your principal. You can find information about your child’s school,
including principal contact information, on our website using “Find a School” at schoolsearch.schools.nyc.
You have heard me say that September is my favorite month, and that is especially true this year. Return to School
2020 took a team effort, thousands of hours of work, and attention to countless details to get where we are today.
I could not be prouder of our families, students, educators, and everyone who works in and for our schools.
As we start the new school year together, I can assure you that the largest school system in the nation is well
prepared and up to the task. Please know that we are here for you. Your teachers and principals are here for
you. And, together, we will achieve a remarkable year of learning.
Sincerely,
Richard A. Carranza
Chancellor
New York City Department of Education
NIA After School Program 2020-2021 Online Registration
NIA After School Online Registration is now open! Use the instructions on the link below to sign up for our NIA After School Program for the 2020-2021 school year! The expected start date is Monday, September 28,2020.
More information will be forthcoming !
NIA After School Online Registration Instructions
Return to School
Return to SCHOOL
2020 Learning Bridges Program
As the New York City Department of Education resumes in-person schooling this fall, most schools and early childhood programs will operate on a blended learning model. This means that each week, students will have some school days in person, and some school days remotely. Learning Bridges is a new program that will provide free child care options for children from 3-K through 8th grade on days when they are scheduled for remote learning. If you are interested in the Learning Bridges program, please complete the survey at schools.nyc.gov/learningbridges.
The Learning Bridges programs will:
• Be operated by community-based organizations and other partners
• Provide opportunities for children to connect to remote learning
• Include time for art, recreation, and other age-appropriate activities
• Follow all health and safety requirements and protocols
You can complete the survey even if you do not yet know your child’s school schedule. The survey is meant to assess interest; this is not a formal application. More information will be shared by the Department of Education (children in 3-K and pre-K) or the Department of Youth & Community Development (children in grades K–8) about a potential placement in the coming weeks. Programs will become available on a rolling basis beginning at the start of school.
Learning Preference Surveys
This year, all New York City schools plan to offer blended learning, a mix of in-person days at school and remote-learning days at home. The default for all students is to participate in their schools’ blended learning schedules.
If you wish to opt in to full-time remote learning, please fill out your learning preference survey as soon as possible by clicking here or calling 311.
P.S./I.S. 192 School Selection Model 2020 - 2021
A calendar of student groups will be posted on the school website.
Return to School Pledge
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DOE_BackToSchoolPledge_FINAL.pdf
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Free and Low Cost Internet
Free and Low-Cost Internet Options
There are several free or low-cost internet options available to New York City students and families.
Free Internet for Your Home
The following internet carriers are offering free household Wi-Fi or special accommodations for 60 days:
- Comcast
- Charter Communications/Spectrum
- Altice
Learn more about the above at NYC.gov(Open external link).
Free Internet Sites in NYC
There are many places across the city where you can connect to internet for free. Locations include:
- All branches of the New York Public Library(Open external link)
- Several public spaces in Lower Manhattan(Open external link)
- LinkNYC kiosks(Open external link)across the City
Low-Cost Internet Plans
The following internet plans are available to eligible participants. Eligibility varies by provider. Contact the provider for more information.
Altice (also known as Optimum)
Altice offers Altice Advantage(Open external link), a plan that starts at $14.99/month. To qualify, you must be:
- eligible for--or participate in--the National School Lunch Program (NSLP); or
- a New York City resident who attends a New York City public school; or
- eligible for--or receive--Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and 65 years of age or older; or
- a veteran and receive state or federal public assistance.
Charter (also known as Spectrum)
Charter offers Spectrum Internet Assist(Open external link), a plan that starts at $14.99/month. To qualify, one or more members of your household must be a recipient of one of the following assistance programs:
- National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
- Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the NSLP
- Supplemental Security Income (for applicants age 65+ only)
Verizon
Verizon offers the Lifeline program(Open external link), a plan that starts at $19.99/month. To qualify:
- Your annual income is at 135% or less than of the U.S. federal poverty guidelines
- You, or someone in your household, participates in a qualifying federal assistance program:
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly known as food stamps), or
- Medicaid, or
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
- Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
- Tribal Programs (and live on federally-recognized Tribal lands)
For more eligibility information, visit Lifelinesupport.org(Open external link)
Registration
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
IN PERSON REGISTRATION: If you would like register your child in person, please contact Ms. Bova by email at: ABova@schools.nyc.gov and she will set up an appointment with you. Please bring two proofs of address (Con Edison, National Grid, lease, phone or cable bill, etc.), your child’s birth certificate or visa or passport and updated immunizations at the time of your appointment.
REGISTRATION BY EMAIL: If you are unable to make an appointment in person, please contact Ms. Bova by email at ABova@schools.nyc.gov and she will send you all the necessary paperwork that needs to be filled out. Please email or scan two proofs of address (Con Edison, National Grid, lease, phone or cable bill, etc.) and your child’s birth certificate or visa or passport and updated immunizations.
We will do our best to assist you during this time. Thank you for your cooperation!
LIBRARY HELP
Optional Tutoring Resource Available through Public Libraries
The Brooklyn Public Library, is providing free access to Brainfuse,
which is an online tutoring platform for families and students. This resource is available seven days a week, from 2:00–11:00 p.m., and provides support to all grade levels in the following areas:
- Homework Help: Interact with live tutors in math, science, reading/ writing, social studies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests.
- Skills-Building: Choose your topic to receive real-time help.
- Personalized eLearning Tools: My File Sharing, My Session Replay,
My Tutoring Archive, My Tests Archive, and more.
- 24-Hour Writing Lab: Submit essays and other kinds of writing for constructive feedback.
- Homework Questions: Submit homework questions for expert guidance.
- Foreign Language Lab/Spanish-Speaking Support.
To access Brainfuse, New York State residents must sign up for a free library
card in one of the three library systems. See below for information
• Brooklyn Public Library: To obtain a Brooklyn Public Library eCard, fill out this form. Families and students may access Brainfuse using their Brooklyn Public Library eCard
NYC Schools Account
You can create a basic account online from any computer, phone, or tablet. All you need to do is:
· Go to https://mystudent.nyc/saa/signup
· Set up the account by:
o Entering your name and email address,
o creating a password, and
o answering a few brief security questions so you can reset the password if you forget it.
After you create your account, you will need to verify your identity and your relationship to that student. You can do that at the upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday,March 5,2020. Once you do that you will be able to see your child’s grades, test scores, and attendance.
Dial-A-Teacher
The UFT has re-opened its Dial-A-Teacher program, a homework help line for students, run by classroom teachers. This resource is available from 4:00–7:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, for students in grades K–5. Due to limitations caused by school building closures, the help line is currently only available for ELA and math homework from teachers speaking English. The UFT is hoping to expand to other subjects, grades, and languages soon.
Report Cards
If you need assistance with finding your child's report card, on NYC Schools Account
please call Ms. Fioriello, our Parent Coordinator at 929-314-4110 or email her at:
Parent Support Hotlines
- NY Foundling
- 888-435-7553
- Support by providing resources over the phone. The crisis nursery is closed.
- Parents Helping Parents Stress Line
- 1-800-632-8188
- Support for parents feeling overwhelmed, stressed, etc.
- Child Help National Child Abuse Hotline
- 1-800-4-A-CHILD/1-800-422-4453
- Parents can call to talk to a counselor about the stress they are under or young people can call to ask for help for themselves and talk to a counselor
- Su Familia: The National Hispanic Family Health Helpline
- 1-866-783-2645
- Spanish helpline for families that need support and information
- https://www.healthyamericas.org/help-line
- National Parent Helpline
- 1-855- 4A PARENT / 1-855-427-2736
- Emotional support, resources, advice and more from a peer advocate
- NYC Well
- 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355), Text WELL to 65173
- Chat at https://nycwell.cityofnewyork.us/en/
- Free, confidential, 24/7 mental health support by speaking to a local counselor via phone, text, or chat in more than 200 languages.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline
- 1−800−799−7233
- Support for people with experiences of domestic violence. Resources for those quarantined with their abuser.
- https://www.thehotline.org/
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- 1-800-273-8255
- Free, confidential, 24/7 support for people in mental health or suicide crises. Can call for yourself or on behalf of someone else.
- https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Remote Learning Device Request
To help students stay connected during emergencies, the DOE is lending internet-enabled iPads to support remote learning for students. If you would like to request a device, please fill out the request form at https://coronavirus.schools.nyc/RemoteLearningDevices or call 718-935-5100. The DOE will use the contact information you provide to get in touch with you to discuss when and where you can pick up a device. There is a limit of one device per student.
Links for Updates and Resources
For summer resources please visit:
- https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learn-at-home/activities-for-students/early-childhood
- https://cdn-blob-prd.azureedge.net/prd-pws/docs/default-source/default-document-library/additional-resources-for-families-during-summer.pdf?sfvrsn=26ea2d18_4
For any coronavirus updates please visit: http://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/health-and-wellness/coronavirus-update
For Learning Resources by grade, please visit: schools.nyc.gov/learnathome
Your child's teacher will be in communication with you as well and will provide your child with assignments.
For food and mental health resources:
Food Pantries and Soup Kitchens List.xlsx
COVID-19 Response Handout - Accessing Mental Health Resources.pdf
www.catholicmigration.org- For inquiries relating to immigration, housing, labor, and/or any resources needed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Phone #718-236-3000
Grab-and-Go Meals Now at P.S. 192!
NYC students can pick up 2 free meals daily from 7:30AM - 1:30PM, Monday to Friday, at 400 NYC sites. The sites closest to our school are:
- P.S./ I.S. 192 4715 18th Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11204
- The SEEALL Academy, located at 5601 16 Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11204
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School, located at 5800 20 Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11204
- P.S. 48, located at 6015 18 Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11204
- P.S. 164, located at 4211 14 Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11219
- P.S. 179 Kensington, located at 202 Avenue C Brooklyn, NY 11218
- P.S. 217, located at 1100 Newkirk Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11230
- J.H.S. 062 Ditmas, located at 700 Cortelyou Road Brooklyn, NY 11218
- P.S. 099, located at 1120 East 10 Street Brooklyn, NY 11230
- J.H.S. 227 Edward B. Shallow, located at 6500 16 Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11204
- P.S. 131 Brooklyn, located at 4305 Ft Hamilton Parkway Brooklyn, NY 11219
To learn the location of the nearest meal hub, you can text FOOD or COMIDA to 877-877. You can also visit the website: https://www.opt-osfns.org/schoolfoodny/meals/default.aspx
For updates on COVID-19 text 692-692 and message COVID-19. Para recibir informacion en español envie un texto al 692-692 y escriba COVIDESP
Need help? Our Parent Coordinator is here for you.
If you require assistance with any school matters, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Yolanda Fioriello, at (929)-314-4110. She will be able to further assist you.
Some things you may need help with can include:
- Obtaining technology from the Department of Education
- Logging into your child's Google Classroom
Citywide Behavioral Expectations To Support Student Learning -Grades K-5
Citywide Behavioral Expectations To Support Student Learning Grades 6-12
School Food
You can now download the school food app to your smartphone and find out what is being served for breakfast and lunch in school each day! Go to
Department of Education Calendar 2020-2021
EnVision
We would like to inform you of a wonderful tool you can use with your child’s en Vision math homework, and it is FREE! Currently available in Spanish and English.
On your phone or iPad go to the App Store . or Google play Type in bounce pages by Pearson . Download.
Once the app is downloaded you can scan your child’s homework page and a short video will play with an overview of the lesson the homework is assigned from.
Any questions please contact your child’s Teacher.
SAFETY MINUTES AND BUILDING COUNCIL MEETING DATES
9/10/19 2/11/20
3/10/20 4/07/20
10/08/19 5/12/20
11/12/19 6/16/20
12/10/19
1/14/20
School Leadership Team Meeting Dates
November 13, 2019 @ 2:30 PM
December 11, 2019 @ 2:30 PM
January 15, 2020 @2:30 PM
February 5, 2020 @2:30 PM
March 11, 2020 @2:30 PM
April 29, 2020 @ 2:30 PM
May 13, 2020 @ 2:30 PM
June 17, 2020 @ 2:30 PM
School Leadership Team Agendas and Minutes
Respect For All
Our Respect for All Liaison is
Mrs. Marina D'Aniello, Guidance Counselor
Email address: mdaniello@schools.nyc.gov
Phone #: 718-633-3061 Ext. 5022
School Logo Patches
We are selling school logo patches for $5.00 each. Please go to the main office to purchase one! 
Box Tops!
Please Send in Your Box Tops Today!
We Are a Box Tops School!
Imagine Learning
Prevent Flu
Seasonal Influenza (Flu)
Influenza (or flu) is a seasonal respiratory (lung) infection that causes fever and a cough or sore throat. It is most common during the fall and winter months. Vaccination is the BEST way to protect against the flu.
Seasonal Flu Vaccine
Get your flu vaccine today! Many health care providers and pharmacies now have flu vaccine.
Prevent Influenza
Health Bulletin: Influenza/Flu (PDF)
Other languages (PDF): [الإنفلونزا] [ইনফ্লুয়েঞ্জা/ ফ্লু] [流行性感冒 / 流感 (繁體中文)] [流行性感冒 / 流感 (简体中文)] [Influenza / Rim] [La grippe] [Influenza] [인플루엔자 / 독감] [Grypa] [Грипп] [Influenza / gripe] [انفلوئنزا / فلو] [אינפלוענזא \ פלו]
Achieve NYC
ACHIEVE NYC answers all your questions on DOE policy and procedures.
https://infohub.nyced.org/resources/translated-documents/achievenyc
School Websites
Stem: http://stem192.weebly.com
Fundraising: https://supportpsis192.wixsite.com/support192
Check it out!!
