Announcing the Raffle Winners!
On Wednesday, May 15, 2013, the raffle winners were drawn. Winners, please stop by the PTA to claim your prize by June 25th. Please bring the winning raffle stub and a picture ID.
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Common Core Standards: What Does It Mean For My Child?
You are invited to an informative presentation, panel discussion, and Q&A session about the new Common Core Curriculum at Community Education Council District 2’s monthly calendar meeting! Read more...
Parent's Guide to 2013 NYSESLAT Assessment
The New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test (NYSESLAT) is designed to annually assess the English proficiency of all English language learners enrolled in Grades K-12 in NYS schools. This brochure describes the NYSESLAT and how it measures the progress of ELL students. From this brochure, you will learn what you can do to help your children meet the challenges of the NYSESLAT.
pgeng-13rev.pdf
Congratulations to the winners of the My Inspirational Story contest!
Ivy Morin (4-322) & Vanessa Lam (5-328)
This children's essay-writing contest celebrates the contributions of Asian Pacific American families in the New York Tri-State area. Sponsored by McDonalds, the competition seeks to recognize the unsung heroes of today's Asian American youth.
Flu Epidemic: How to Keep Kids Safe
With the severity of this year’s Flu season, the school would like your help in keeping our children healthy!
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PS 124 WINS NATIONAL AWARDS AT 2013 JUNIOR THEATER FESTIVAL
ATLANTA - Students from the theater club at PS 124, Yung Wing Elementary based in New York City earned two national awards at the 2013 Junior Theater Festival, which took place January 18, 19 and 20 in Atlanta.
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PS 124 Press Release-2013 JTF-Final.pdf
Bowery Entrance Closed Effective 12/17/2012
In the wake of recent events, new security measures will be in place beginning Monday, Dec. 17, 2012. All students must enter the school through the main entrance at 40 Division Street. The gate by Bowery Street will remain closed until 3:10pm for dismissal. Only parents with school business may enter and sign in with school security with a government issued photo ID.
Please see Principal Hom's Letter to PS 124 Families.
20121215-Letter to PS 124 Families.pdf
Chancellor Walcott's Statement on the effect of Hurricane Sandy to the school schedule
Due to Hurricane Sandy, the mid-winter recess will be cut short, and there will be a full-day session on Tuesday, June 4th.
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UPDATE: Gifted and Talented Admissions
The online Request for Testing (RFT) form is available here.
For more information about 2013-2014 Gifted & Talented programs, refer to the Program Handbooks. Families interested in testing for the G&T program can pick up a handbook from the main office.
The last day to submit a G&T Request for Testing form is:
EXTENDED TO: Friday, November 16, 2012
2012-2013 Gifted & Talented Admissions Calendar: link
Stay Informed!
Periodically check our monthly calendar on this website to keep up to date on any changes. We will make changes as soon as we are aware of them. Thank you for your understanding!