Date:Saturday, December 10, 2016 Where: PS 28 The Wright Brothers School 475 West 155 Street NYC 10032 When: 10:00 am-12:00pm BREAKFAST WILL BE SERVED
THE PARENT CORNER NEWSLETTER
The Parent Corner Newsletter
October 2017 Volume 1 , Issue 1
Excerpts of Principal's Weekly Message
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Excerpts of the Principal’s Weekly Message. Please view the entire message on our website.
- 10/2-10/16 Puerto Rican Hurricane Relief Drive
- 10/5 MHS H.S. Fair for 7 & 8 graders@ MS 278
- 10/13 Faculty/Student Football Game
- 10/17 Coffee with the Principal
Get Involved Make A Difference:
One of the best ways to get involved at the Mott Hall School is to volunteer for the PTA (Parent Teacher Association) and or the SLT (School Leadership Committee). The PTA, SLT and its sub-committees need your input.
A special welcome to our incoming 2017-2018 Parent Teacher Association Executive Board:
- Christine Garcia-PTA President
- Ruth Perez-PTA Vice President
- Elizabeth Ramos-PTA Secretary
- George Ramirez- PTA Treasurer
The general meetings of the PTA are every third Wednesday of the month.
Important Dates:
- 10/06 Coffee with the Principal 8:15 AM
- 10/08 New York Aquarium Family Science Day (ask for your free admission voucher)
- 10/08 Staten Island Zoo Family Science Day (ask for your free admission voucher)
- 10/09 Columbus Day (School Closed )
- 10/13 Faculty / Student Football game @ Riverbank Park
- 10/14 Bronx Zoo-Family Science Day (ask for your free admission voucher)
- 10/17 Coffee with the Principal 8:15 AM
- 10/17 Middle School Choice Fair(for District 6- 5th graders) @ IS 143
- 10/18 PTA Meeting 6:00 PM
- 10/21 American Museum of Natural History Family Science Day (ask for your free admission voucher)
- 10/22 New York Botanical Garden Family Science Day (ask for your free admission voucher)
- 10/22 New York Hall of Science Family Science Day (ask for your free admission voucher)
- 10/28 Brooklyn Botanic Garden Family Science Day (ask for your free admission voucher)
- 10/29 Queens Botanical Garden Family Science Day (ask for your free admission voucher
October Character Trait: Responsibility:
What does being responsible entail?
Responsibility
Being responsible means being dependable, keeping promises and honoring our commitments. It is accepting the consequences for what we say and do. It also means developing our potential.
People who are responsible don't make excuses for their actions or blame others when things go wrong. They think things through and use good judgment before they take action. They behave in ways that encourage others to trust them.
People who are responsible take charge of their lives. They make plans and set goals for nurturing their talents and skills. They are resilient in finding ways to overcome adversity. They make decisions, taking into account obligations to family and community.
Children need to learn that being part of a family and a community involves accepting responsibilities. When each of us acts responsibly, our families and communities will be stronger.
What You Can Do
- Make agreements with your child and expect him to follow through.
- When things go wrong, help your child take responsibility for her part and make a plan to do things differently next time.
- Encourage your child to find out more about the world and how his actions may affect others far away.
Welcome
Dear Parents,
Welcome to the 2017-2018 Academic Year at the Mott Hall School !
My name is Evelyn M. Camacho-Moran, I am the Parent Coordinator. My office is on the first floor in Room 109, and my telephone number is 212-281-5028 ext. 1093. I share the office with the Parent Teacher Association, and I am very pleased to announce that Room 109 will be the location of our Welcome Center. Please feel free to contact me if need any assistance with Puilpath, or your NYC Account.
Thank You
NYC FARMER'S MARKET SEASON HAS ARRIVED!
NYC Farmers Market Season Has Arrived! |
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Did you know that eating fruits and vegetables every day can lower your risk of heart disease, obesity, diabetes and some cancers?1 Fruits and vegetables keep us healthy because they:
NYC farmers markets are a fun outdoor venue for purchasing delicious, fresh, seasonal produce.
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1- NYC DOHMH Guide to Healthy Eating and Active Living in NYC.
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MUSEUM OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK: SUMMER IN THE CITY BLOCK PARTIES
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You are invited - District Six Community Educational Council English Language Learners & IEP Committee Professional Panel Discussion
District Six Community Educational Council English Language Learners & IEP(Individual Educational Plan)Committee invite you to a Professional Panel Discussion about : the challenges faced by the Individual Educational Plan student with English Language Deficiency and the Learning Expectations Dc6.pdf
An immigration Talk: What Parents Should know
Come learn about:
- You and your children's right
- Important tips on navigating your immigrant status
- resources to support your family during this transition
When: Monday , December 12. 2016 Where: PS 132 , Juan Duarte Elementary School 185 Wadsworth Ave From: 8:30-10:30 am
Boys Learn Differently
Join us as we explore how to use these differences to inspire the boys we love
Presented by the UFT on Tuesday December 13, 2016 from 5:30-7:30pm at JHS 52 650 Academy Street, NYC10034
Breakaway Hoops- Winter Camps for Boys and Girls 6-15 years of age
Come to learn the fundamental or to improve your game.
Winter Break Camp 1 at The Avenue World School: 12/19-23, 2016 9:00 am -4:00 pm
Winter Break Camp 2 at The Dempsey Center: 12/27-30, 2016 9:00-4:00 pm
Questions please contact 646.776.2021 or for registration www.breakawayhoops.com
HUDSON RIVER PARK PRESENTS
Summer of Family Fun 2016 :
Thank you for your interest in educational programs at Hudson River Park. As a valued member of our community, we wanted to share the upcoming SUMMER OF FUN programs and events with you. From music to magic to science & nature programs, Hudson River Park's SUMMER OF FUN will keep your family happy all summer long!
This year, Pier 62 will host HUDSON RIVERKIDS, featuring all of your favorite New York City family performers on Monday evenings starting June 5, FREE! In July & August, the party moves down to Tribeca's Pier 25.
While you're on Pier 62, take a ride on a bear, a skunk, an eel or any other Hudson Valley animal on the Pier 62 Carousel in Chelsea.
Hudson River Park's newest free nature and science program, SHELL-EBRATE OYSTERS, gives kids the opportunity to work alongside Park staff to restore oysters and learn how these bivalves benefit the health of the River.
With 4 miles of Hudson River Park waterfront, take a look at what you can do this summer!
JUNE 6 HUDSON RIVER KIDS
Starting June 6
FREE
6:30−7:15pm
Pier 62 cross at W 23 St.
Pier 25 cross at N. Moore St.
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June 6 |
Story Pirates - Interactive Storytelling |
Pier 62 |
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June 13 |
Ramblin' Dan and The Freewheelin Band - Music |
Pier 62 |
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June 20 |
City Stomp - Music |
Pier 62 |
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June 27 |
Penny Jones & Co. Puppets |
Pier 62 |
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July 11 |
The Pop Ups - Music |
Pier 25 |
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July 18 |
Mister G - Music |
Pier 25 |
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July 25 |
Mil's Trills - Music |
Pier 25 |
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Aug 1 |
Story Pirates - Interactive Storytelling |
Pier 25 |
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Aug 8 |
Kid Ace - Magic |
Pier 25 |
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Aug 15 |
Rolie Polie Guacamole - Music |
Pier 25 |
In case of rain, Hudson RiverKids will take place in the lobby of Pier 40 at
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Houston St.
JULY3 - POP UP MAKER SPACE AND SHELL-EBRATE OYSTERS
POP UP Maker:
SUNDAYS
July 3−Aug 21 4:30−6pm on Pier 84 at W 44 St
THURSDAYS
July 7−Aug 25, 5−7pm on Pier 25 at N. Moore St.
Calling all Makers! Join us at our outdoor Maker Space for weekly workshops challenging participants to design and construct solutions to real-world problems. Come tinker, test and learn in Hudson River Park.
SHELL-EBRATE OYSTER:
SUNDAYS
July 3−Aug 21: 4:30−6pm on Pier 25 at N. Moore St.
Oysters filter water, engineer reef habitat and stabilize shorelines.Work alongside Park staff to restore oysters and learn how these bivalves benefit the health of the River.
RIVER RANGER CLUB
RIVER RANGER CLUB- STARTING JULY 7
MONDAYS
July 11−Aug 29, 2:30−3:30pm on Pier 25 at N Moore St.
THURSDAYS
July 7−Aug 25, 1−2pm on Pier 46 Upland at Charles St.
Each week, kids ages 5−9 explore the wonders of the Hudson River ecosystem through discovery-based science experiments, nature inspired carfts and lessons on important Hudson River wildlife, such as seahorses and crabs.
COST FOR 8 PROGRAMS: $120
SPECIAL RATE: $90
Exclusively for current Friends of Hudson River Park cardholders!
HUDSON RIVERFLICKS
FREE MOVIES Starting July 8 FAMILY FRIDAYS
on Pier 46 at Charles St., Dusk, generally around 8:30pm
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July 8 |
Minions PG |
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July 15 |
The Peanuts Movie G |
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July 22 |
Shaun the Sheep PG |
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July 29 |
Kung Fu Panda 3 PG |
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Aug 5 |
Penguins of Madagascar PG |
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Aug 12 |
Goosebumps PG |
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Aug 19 |
The Princess Bride PG |
There's something for everyone in the family on Friday nights in Hudson River Park! FREE POPCORN! Beverages and snacks are available for purchase.
BIG CITY FISHING
FREE-Learn how to fish while engaging with trained environmental educators about various river science topics. We provide the rods, reels, bait and instruction. Appropriate for adults and kids 5+.
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June 5−Sept 18 |
Sundays |
12−4pm |
Pier 25 at N. Moore St. |
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July 3−Aug 21 |
Sundays |
12−4pm |
Pier 46 at Charles St. |
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July 11−Aug 22 |
Mondays |
5−7:30pm |
Pier 25 at N. Moore St. |
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July 6−Aug 24 |
Wednesdays |
5−7:30pm |
Pier 46 at Charles St. |
TOURS
Starting June 5HUDSON RIVERNATURE WALKFREESundays through Sept 25Meet at the Christopher Street Fountain at 9am
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PIER 62 CAROUSEL & FREINDSHIP
PIER 62 CAROUSEL:
This signature 36 ft carousel has been created using 33 hand-carved wood figures of Hudson River Valley animals and one chariot, allowing for up to 36 passengers, per ride. The carousel building has been designed with a green roof and opens out to a large sprawling lawn and tree-lined pathways.
FRIENDSHIP:
PLAY. EXPLORE. ENJOY.
It's your backyard. Get the very most of what it has to offer! Friends enjoy unique benefits and opportunities in the Park while helping us grow this tremendous city treasure and community asset. Join us and get involved in Your Park.
Exit Project for Art Classes Mr. Vigrass - Fine Art April- May-June 2016
Exit Project for Art Classes
Mr. Vigrass - Fine Art
April- May-June 2016
This exit project will focus on the painting"The Starry Night", by Vincent Van Gogh.
Part One: Investigation and Reading - Hand outs will be given out with information about the life of Vincent Van Gogh and how his life helped to created the painting "The Starry Night"
Painting and works of art are never just "created". They come from an artist who lived in a particular time and place. He or She lived in a particular culture that had a specific view of the world and specific values. To understand a given piece of work we need to understand the view of the artist
Part Two: Creating a present day version of "The Starry Night" - This project will reflect each students understanding of why the painting was created. This understanding will lead to each student then creating their own
"Starry Night" based on their own experience, imagination and creativity.
Part Three: Research Paper - This will be a typed 4 page paper, doubled spaced and with a cover. Creativity in design and illustration is encouraged. Students will investigate the life of Vincent Van Gogh, and in particular how the events and influences of his life led to his painting "the Starry Night"
Part Four: A short 1 page test consisting of questions regarding Vincent
Van Gogh, and the painting "The Starry Night'
Questions will ask for specific information as well as open ended questions
which ask for each student's thoughtful response to the painting.
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Starry Night
Vincent Van Gogh
(Van Go)
Nationality: Dutch
Style: Post Impressionism
Location: Museum of Modem Art, New York
Date: 1889
When you look out your window on a starry night, you don't expect to see great swirls and whirls dancing in the sky. But that's exactly what Vincent van Gogh painted on a clear, quiet summer night in the south of France in 1889. Van Gogh didn't paint only what he saw in front of him; he also painted what he felt inside.
The dancing, shimmering lines of this painting tell you that this is a painting inspired by strong emotions. The stars swoop through the sky, overpowering the little village below.
Artworks can always be interpreted in more than one way. Here is one
interpretation of "The Starry Night"; "The great dark Cyprus tree with flame-like branches soars upward to the heavens. The heavens are filled with swirling, sparkling energy. This energy spirals and radiates throughout the sky making it seem near to us. A village below and mountains beyond glow with the light from the sky. The brushstrokes give life, energy and emotion to every part of the painting. It is as if the artist wants us to see the world as alive and animated by a divine energy in the heavens "
Nature is swirling above and around the little town, but does not seem to be dangerous. The town seems to be safe and secure. Notice how the steeple of the church mirrors the shape of the Cyprus tree. The church steeple is man made and the Cyprus tree belongs to nature. This may symbolize man and nature working together, creating a cooperative
environment. (How would this apply to today's world?)
None of us live in Holland or southern France (where it is believed
that Van Gogh painted "The Starry Night") and none of us live in the year 1889. None of us have experienced the life of poverty and mental illness that Van Gogh experienced. Our environment and culture reflects New York
City in the year 2016.
Take this image and transform it into something you know about. Use your
own experience s and your imagination to create your own "The Starry Night"
Questions:
Fine Art - Mr. Vigrass JR-6
Name
Date Class
Name of the Artist
Title of the work
Place of birth or nationality
Date of work_______________
1. What emotion or emotions is the artist trying to express?
2. Describe the artist's life, and how did it effect his work?
3. Describe what you think the painting is about?
4. Describe the use of line and color:
5. What do YOU find most interesting about this painting? Why?
Mr. Vigrass's Fine Art Exit Project "The Starry Night " by Vincent Van Gogh
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The Mott Hall School Parent Teacher Association
The MHS Parent Teacher Association celebrates it's general meeting on the third Wednesday of the month. Below please find a list of tentative topics for discussion in our PTA learning community.
- January 20, 2016 : How can we help our children make better goals that improve their school performance?
- February 24, 2016: How to improve communication between parent and child/student?
- March 23, 2016: How to manage stress for parents and children during testing time?
- April 20, 2016; Nutrition, how much sugar /wrong foods can affect my child's health?
- May 18, 2016: Explanation of how the High School application process works; and why it is important to maintain a good average in middle school? What are High Schools looking for?
- June 15, 2016: End of the Year Celebration and the importance of staying active both physically and mentally during the summer vacation?
The Mott Hall Photo Album 2015-2016
Fordham University Reading Skills and Speed Reading Programs
Free Microsoft Software for Families
Parents and guardians can now download Microsoft software from http://studentoffice.net at no cost on up to five of their family's computers and five of their family's tablets, smart phones, or other mobile devices. This opportunity is made possible through the NYC Department of Education's partnership with NYC Council Speaker Melissa Mar-Viverito and Microsoft.
2016 High School Internship Program at New York County District Attorney's Office
The New York County District Attorney’s High School Internship Program is a rigorous six-week internship that provides students with an insider’s view of the criminal justice system. For 27 years, the program’s interns have represented a variety of public, private and parochial schools from the diverse communities of Manhattan. Applications are currently being accepted from bright and promising students who are interested in serving their communities. Interns are paid a $150 weekly stipend. Every intern is assigned to a unit within the office and helps Assistant District Attorneys and other staff members with their work. Interns also attend presentations and trips and participate in a mock trial competition. For more information, please visit their http://www.manhattanda.org/high-school-internship