Important School Updates

  • New Assistant Principal

    Dear PS 295 Community,

    I hope that everyone was able to take advantage of the Mid-Winter Recess to connect with your children and family in ways that may not always be possible during the regular school year. Just before the break, we celebrated the 100th day of school. For many students, particularly in the lower grades, it is an important landmark in the year that serves as a reminder of just how far we have all come since September.

    September of 2023 brought the introduction of Ms. Jeannette Echeverri, who joined the PS 295 community as the interim acting assistant principal. Since then, she has been an instrumental part of the school community. You would have seen her at the - whether helping to organize the Holiday Parranda celebration she brought the idea to PS 295. You may have engaged with her while she was taking part in a PTA meeting or Cafe Conmigo. You may even have seen her at the Winter performance of Peter Pan. I am happy to announce the appointment of Ms. Echeverri as assistant principal of PS 295.

    I take joy in sharing a letter with you that she has written to the community. Please see her message to the community below.

     

    Sincerely,

    Valerie Vanderpuije

    Principal, P.S. 295

    The Studio School of Arts & Culture

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  • Assistant Principal Echeverri

    Dear PS 295 Community,

     

    I am writing to you today with immense gratitude and excitement to announce my official appointment as Assistant Principal at P.S. 295. It is with great honor and privilege that I step into this role, and I am eager to collaborate with each member of our esteemed community in furthering our school's mission of academic excellence and holistic development.

     

    Having been a part of the P.S. 295 family for as little as 6 months, I have witnessed firsthand the dedication and passion that permeates every aspect of our school community. From our talented educators to our supportive families, and most importantly, our remarkable students, everyone plays a vital role in shaping the vibrant tapestry of P.S. 295.

     

    As the Assistant Principal, I am committed to serve as a steadfast advocate for the success and well-being of every student. I am deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment where all students feel valued, empowered, and inspired to achieve their fullest potential. Additionally, I am dedicated to collaborating closely with our exceptional team of educators to cultivate innovative instructional practices that engage, challenge, and motivate our students to excel academically and socially.

     

     Furthermore, I recognize the importance of fostering strong partnerships between home and school, and I am committed to maintaining open lines of communication with our families. Your involvement and support are invaluable components of our students' educational journey, and I look forward to working collaboratively with each of you to ensure that every child receives the support and resources they need to thrive.

     

    As we embark on this journey together, I am confident that our collective efforts will continue to propel P.S. 295 to new heights of excellence. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve as your Assistant Principal, and I am genuinely excited about the possibilities that lie ahead for our school community.

     

    Please do not hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions, concerns, or ideas you would like to share. My door is always open, and I am here to support you in any way I can.

     

    Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to the success of our students. Together, we will accomplish wonderful things.

     

    Warmest Regards,

    Jeannette Echeverri

    Assistant Principal, P.S. 295

    The Studio School of Arts & Culture

    P.S. 295
  • Summer rising opens on March 4th!

    The Summer Rising portal will open after 3PM on March 4 and close on March 25!

    Applications will be submitted using your NYC MySchools account .

    You can find your NYC MySchools account information by contacting your child's school or visiting a Family Welcome Center (Family Welcome Centers (nyc.gov)

    Summer Rising 2024 - English

    Summer Rising 2024 - Spanish

    Summer Rising 2024 - Chinese

    Summer Rising 2024 - Russian

    Summer Rising 2024 - Arabic

    Summer Rising 2024 - Korean

    Summer Rising 2024 - French

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  • Summer Rising Portal will open in early March!

    The Summer Rising portal will open in early March! Applications will be submitted using your NYC MySchools account . You can find your NYC MySchools account information by contacting your child's school or visiting a Family Welcome Center (Family Welcome Centers (nyc.gov)

    Be sure to join our Parent Webinars:

    February 27, 2024 at 6:30 PM - Parent Webinar Training on Summer Rising 2024 Application in MySchools - https://zoom.us/j/97438323994

    February 29, 2024 at 6:30 PM - Parent Webinar Training on Summer Rising 2024 Application in MySchools -https://zoom.us/j/93639359475

    March 7, 2024 at 6:30 PM - Parent Webinar Training on Summer Rising 2024 Application in MySchools https://zoom.us/j/96118833285(Open external link)

    March 12, 2024 at 6:30 PM - Parent Webinar Training on Summer Rising 2024 Application in MySchools (Open external link)https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KVYtSUBhTN2KNVnwXaXn1Q(Open external link)

    March 14, 2024 at 6:30 PM - Parent Webinar Training on Summer Rising 2024 Application in MySchools (Open external link)https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gth3qrYNTMipczaS4z-LoQ(Open external link)

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  • Academic Screeners

    Beginning January 16, families can view academic screener outcomes in NYC School Accounts (NYCSA) in the new Reading and Math Progress tile, and DOE staff can view the same information through Student Profile. Academic screener outcomes will display only for those screeners that schools selected using the Periodic Assessment Selection Tool (PAST) for each year starting from the 2021–22 school year.

    Note that the displayed outcomes in NYCSA relay information about student performance in general terms, indicating if students are on grade-level with reading and math skills or require additional support to reach grade-level skill development. To support families in understanding this information, you should review Academic Screeners - Family Engagement.pdf, share the information with your staff, and encourage families to contact their child’s teacher for additional information. Additionally, please encourage your staff to register for Middle-of-Year professional learning (PL) sessions on screener data analysis using the links in the 2023-24 Winter Periodic Assessment Professional Learning Calendar.pdf; these sessions for Acadience, MAP Growth, SANDI, and WebABLLS can support your staff in discussing screener information and student learning with families.

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  • PS 295 Chess Club & Team

    Come and join PS 295 Chess Club and Team.  Spring semester begins from Mondays, February 5 - June 10th.  They meet directly after school until 5:00 pm.

    From beginners to advancing tournament players.  The goal is that all PS 295 flayers can experience both the joy and significant social/educational benefits of learning and playing chess!

    You can register on line at PS295chess.com or email at PS295chess@gmail.com

    **Financial Assistance Available** 

    P.S. 295
  • Crossing Guard Shortage City Wide

    Dear Friends,
     
    Currently, there is shortage of School Crossing Guards citywide, and due to this shortage many of our crossing post are left unmanned
    placing the safety of our students and their families in a danger while traveling to and from school. In an effort to help alleviate this issue
    The NYPD is asking you to help the city recruit SCGs. Please circulate this information to your friends and family.
     
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Upcoming Events

  • Happy Nowruz!

    Norwruz

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  • DEI Community Forum

    Please come and share your thoughts about how to make our school more equitable, particularly around an inclusive age-appropriate curriculum. We encourage those who have not yet been able to attend a meeting, and those for whom this topic is new. We will be looking at a recent national survey regarding DEI in schools. Here is a link to the article we will be basing this discussion off of.
    https://www.chalkbeat.org/2024/02/23/teachers-teens-not-at-ease-discussing-lgbtq-issues-in-school-survey-finds/

    Here is the Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/99464255819?pwd=N0hXVmxtYzBEaDlERWRVZ1NzdkYrQT09

    Meeting ID: 994 6425 5819
    Passcode: 980268

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  • Family Fun Friday - Game Night!

    All PS 295 Families are invited to spend an evening playing games with their family.
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  • Happy Holi!

    Holi

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  • Kindergarten Acceptance Letter

    Kindergarten Acceptance Letter comes out today
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