Ms. Korotz's View

Pre-Kindergarten Fashion Show Tomorrow!

2009-05-20T09:49:00.000-07:00

I am excited to announce P.S. 132's Pre-Kindergarten Fashion Show, Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 9:30 A.M. in the auditorium. To celebrate the conclusion of the thematic unit of study, Clothing, Pre-Kindergarten students will walk on the runway as they model their favorite clothing! We are thrilled to see our youngest students strut their stuff! Look forward to seeing you there!

P.S. 132 Hosts A Clothing Drive!

2009-05-08T09:38:00.001-07:00

We are excited to announce P.S. 132 is currently hosting a Clothing Drive, which began on April 22, 2009 and will conclude Friday, May 22, 2009. Currently, our Pre-Kindergarten classes are engaged in a thematic unit of study on, Clothing. Both teachers and students learned that 386 million pounds of textiles enter the NYC waste stream annually, representing close to 6% of total waste. In an effort to reduce clothing in landfills, while helping raise funds for non-profit organizations, the Pre-Kindergarten teachers reached out to Wearable Collections. Wearable Collections provides a no cost, turn-key solution to recycling clothing within buildings in NYC. They handle all the logistics from placement of bins and promotion within the buildings to scheduling weekly pick-ups. This new partnership has made it more convenient for parents and students to discard their unused clothing. Wearable Collections distributes your discarded clothing around the world to people who need it, enabling them to raise money for charitable organizations. Continue your Spring cleaning, and send in any unused clothing with your child! We appreciate your constant support and dedication to our school's community service efforts!

Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten TADA Performance!

2009-04-02T08:38:00.000-07:00

On March 31, 2009, our Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students had their TADA performance. What a sight it was to see our youngest P.S. 132 community members performing songs from the Broadway productions Mary Poppins and The Little Mermaid. Enjoy the photographs posted above from the performance!

Super Science Day in Kindergarten!

2009-03-06T11:48:00.000-08:00

The Kindergarten teachers are excited to announce the launch of a new Science Unit of Study, Exploring Properties. Within this unit, students will observe and describe physical properties of objects using all of the appropriate senses and tools, identify the properties of a variety of materials and sort or group objects according to their properties. We would like to invite the Kindergarten parents in to assist with exciting investigations using the five senses. Super Science Day will take place on March 24, 2009 at 9:00 A.M. in all of the Kindergarten classrooms. We look forward to a great morning filled with Science, learning and fun. We hope to see you there!

Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten Begin TADA!

2009-02-07T08:36:00.000-08:00

I am proud to announce the launch of TADA in grades Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten. Throughout the next 8 weeks, your child will engage in chorus, movement & theater instruction, thanks to our partnership with TADA. During our first planning session with our teachers and the TADA musical artists, it was decided to study Broadway musicals. The Pre-Kindergarten will learn music and choreography from The Little Mermaid, and our Kindergarteners will engage in music and dance instruction from Mary Poppins. In order to ensure our culminating performance is a true success, a letter will be sent home shortly requesting your assistance with costume design and props. As always, I know I can always count on your support and dedication to our school. Until next time........

The Winter Attendance Blues......

2009-01-29T09:35:00.000-08:00

Although the cold winter season is here, please remember it is our students' responsibility to be in school every single day. Yesterday's snowy weather prevented a lot of children from coming to school. The only class to have 100% attendance was Mrs. Claro's Pre-Kindergarten class, Pre-K 112. We were so AMAZED at their efforts, that the entire class received a cool memo pad to use in school or at home! Way to Go!
Please note, the February Winter Recess is from February 16, 2009 -February 20, 2009. We realize the importance of enjoying family time together, however we hope that you understand that all students are required to return to school on February 23, 2009. As an incentive, the classes that have 100% attendance on Friday, February 13, 2009 and Monday, February 23, 2009, will be entered into a raffle to win a special class trip.

Saturday Academy Kick Off!

2008-11-24T07:57:00.000-08:00

The Saturday Academy launched this Saturday, November 22, 2008. I am proud to announce that 149 third-fifth grade students participated on Saturday. This program provides students with intensive instruction for the State ELA Exam, which will take place on January 13th – January 15th. The dates for this Special Program are:

November 22, 2008 – 9 am to 12 pm
December 6, 2008 - 9 am to 12 pm
December 13, 2008 – 9 am to 12 pm
January 10, 2009 – 9 am to 1 pm

It is highly recommended that all 3rd, 4th & 5th grade students attend this program. The Saturday Academy will provide students with the tools needed to be successful on the State English ELA Exam. A snack will be provided on November 22nd, December 6th and December 13th. On January 10th lunch will be provided.

Kindergarten Lunchroom Mommies/Daddies Orientation!

2008-11-04T17:50:00.001-08:00

Throughout this week, I will conduct a brief Lunchroom Mommies/Daddies Orientation at 10:45 A.M. in Room 101. We will discuss the procedures and guidelines for being a volunteer in the school cafeteria, as well as the behavior modification system that is implemented in the Kindergarten classroooms. It is my hope that after this meeting, parents will feel confident as they assist during Kindergarten lunch. I look forward to meeting with all of you!

With Great Appreciation,
Mrs. Korotz

Much Appreciation!

2008-10-03T05:41:00.000-07:00

I would like to personally thank the Kindergarten Mommies & Daddies for taking time out of their hectic schedules in order to assist me during Kindergarten lunch on a daily basis! I am quite aware how valuble time is and wanted you to know how greatly you are appreciated!

P.S. 132 Brings Character Education into all Classrooms!

2008-09-18T12:32:00.001-07:00

To launch a brand new school year, P.S. 132 has implemented an innovative multi media character education program in all classrooms, Pre-K-Grade 5. Live Wire Media produces and distributes educational media for character education, youth guidance, and life skills. The materials are designed to help young people become caring, respectful, responsible people who think critically, solve problems non-violently, and make choices based on knowing and doing what is right.
Both Mrs. DeStefano & Ms. Amore deliver the character education curriculum through literacy and educational videos. The curriculum motivates students to have powerful discussions, exposes children to a variety of cultures, are highly entertaining and are research based. The first pillar of character education that the entire school community is studying is trustworthiness. It is our hope that our students will share what they learned about trustworthiness with their families. Stay tuned for our next pillar of character education.

Grand Re-Opening!

2008-09-11T09:45:00.001-07:00

We are proud to announce the grand re-opening of our school library! This year we are fortunate enough to infuse exciting forms of media within our Library located in Room 214. Mrs. Ippolito will facilitate and guide classes as they engage in digital photography, videography, iMovie, power point, computer-based research and, of course, exploring authentic literature.
If you would like to donate books or any form of media listed above, please bring them to our Main Office. Your generosity and thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated.
We look forward to another wonderful year at P.S. 132!

Educationally Yours,
Stephanie Korotz