Kristy Chan, Principal
Diana Gautier, Assistant Principal
PS 98Q - The Douglaston School
A National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence
ANNOUNCEMENTS
"Today we lead our students, tomorrow our students will lead the world."
What's Happening:
Monday, December 9 - Computer Science Education Week starts
Tuesday, December 10 - Chorus 7:30-8:20 am, Kindergarten and Kindergarten Gifted & Talented Application opens, report cards are available via NYCSA (https://www.schoolsaccount.nyc/ ); Stock Market 2:40-3:40 pm
Wednesday, December 11 - Test Sophistication Grades 3&5 ELA/Grade 4 Math 7:20-8:20 am, SLT Meeting 12:00 pm, MYM Chess 2:40-4:45 pm, Basketball 2:40-3:50 pm and Toy Drive ends
Thursday, December 12 - Test Sophistication Grades 3&5 Math/Grade 4 ELA 7:20-8:20 am, Lego Science 2:40-4:00 pm and Broadway Theater 2:40-5:00 pm
Friday, December 13 - Winter Concert (K-2: 9:30-10:30 am and Grades 3-5: 1:15-2:15 pm), Lego STEM 2:40-4:00 pm and Computer Science Education Week ends
Saturday, December 14 - Winter Festival 12:00-4:00 pm at the Douglaston Station Plaza
We are looking for volunteers and food donations. This is a very important fundraiser for the PTA. Please sign up here.
Lost and Found
The lost and found bins are overflowing in the main office. Please take time to look for any items your child may be missing. All unclaimed items will be donated.
Kindergarten & Kindergarten G&T Application Opens - Tuesday, December 10th
Go to MySchools to apply (https://www.myschools.nyc/en/)
For more information please visit https://www.schools.nyc.gov/enrollment/enroll-grade-by-grade/kindergarten
* Pre-k families must submit the Kindergarten application even if your child is currently attending PS98.
MS 67 Blue Ribbon Celebration - Tuesday, December 10th at 6pm
If you are available and interested in attending, please fill out the Google Form survey at the link below:
CEC26 Meeting - Thursday, December 12 at 7:00 pm.
Families have the option to join us either virtually or in person.
Virtual Registration Link: Zoom Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJItcOGgqj0pEtOEo9wU1j0-7cCWWW2wThXr
In-Person Meeting Location: 61-15 Oceania Street, Bayside, NY 11364
Student Council Pajama Day - Friday, December 20
All students come to school in your pajamas!!!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sRLM7K12txnBfOXrcEBGAGhH-uINFQGCSQG-buUH9cY/edit?tab=t.0
PS 98 Family Math Night - Wednesday, January 8 from 6:30-7:30 pm
Students and families of 98 are invited to join staff in a night of MATH FUN! Students will have an opportunity to take part in individual, partner, and group math games and activities. RSVP by December 16th. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScR_kJTngSqnLR9S9UtmkikMPZOlV-fUUAgCnX0Wr17N-JkgA/viewform
Kindergarten Open House - Friday, January 10, 2025 - 9:00 am
Anyone interested can email Ms. Holle at cholle@schools.nyc.gov
Graduation and Stepping Up Ceremony Dates
Fifth Grade Graduation - Monday, June 23 at 9:00 am - PS 98 Auditorium
Kindergarten Stepping Up Ceremony - Tuesday, June 24 at 9:00 am - PS 98 Auditorium
Pre-K Stepping Up Ceremony - Tuesday, June 24 at 11:00 am - PS 98 Auditorium
Statement on Accessibility
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