June 22, 2008 Autism Speaks - Walk for Autism

Reminder! The Walk for Autism is 1 week away. Let's get in shape and come out in mass to support our students on the spectrum and their families. Please continue to raise funds in order that we can make a meaning contribution.

See you at the Seaport!

June 7, 2008 - Urban Advantage Family Saturday

On Saturday, June 7, 2008 a bus filled with students, staff and families went to the Bronx Zoo for a day of fun and inquiry based learning. The collaboration between our Urban Advantage teachers, Ms. Baller and Mr. Bugajski, and our Parent Coordinator Ms. Baylor made this "well attended" event possible. This field trip received rave reviews from all who attended. I understand that families remained at the zoo to enjoy the rest of the day. On Monday morning, a delightful excitement filled the air as students and staff told their stories.



Despite the extreme high temperatures in the 90's on Saturday, our dedicated and committed staff generously gave this initiative an above and beyond call of service on their precious weekend respite. We appreciate all that you do to make 368 a great place for improving student outcomes.



A special thank to our "368 All Star" Staff members:

Terrence Addy, Beverly Baller, Dawn Baylor, Jeffrey Bugajski, Julio Morales, Magdelena Oliver, Lorna Perkins, Lori Sheares and Shannon Siler.

CRITICS' CORNER: P368K 6th graders Critique Great American Plays

During the month of May 2008, two sixth grade ELA classes explored some of America's classic plays including Lorraine Hansberry's "A Raisin in the Sun" and Otto Preminger's musical adaptation of Bizet's opera "Carmen". With both works having been revived in the last few years by MTV using pop culture stars such as Beyonce Knowles and Sean "P. Diddy" Combs, our sixth graders were familiar with the stories but not the origins of the plays.
Nevertheless, the children enjoyed the unit and were able to connect the past with today's entertainment and media. Here are some of their comments about what they saw and heard:

On "Carmen Jones":

"She (Dorothy Dandridge) looks like Halle Berry. I like the singing but she was a wild woman!"-Najee

"The dancing and the singing were my favorite parts and I liked that the cast was African-American."-Isaiah

"The story was sad because she ("Carmen") died at the end."-Albert


On "A Raisin in the Sun":
"P. Diddy did a good job! Alot of people are just hating; he's a good actor!"- Joseph

"I liked the lady from the 'Cosby Show'. She's good in this play!"- Joshua

"They were a strong family and I'm glad they bought a house at the end. You need a house nowadays."- Mark

June 5 - Chancellor's Conference Day

On Thursday, June 5 the entire 368 community will meet at the Main site for a day filled meaningful professional development. The theme for the day is "Just Be".

Please wear your "368K Star Academy" uniform shirts.

5th & 8th Grade Graduation Trip

The graduates will be going to Club Getaway in Kent, Conn.  They will spend the day rock wall climbing, cargo net climbing, bungee jumping, zip lining and other great sport activities.  The trip is on May 28, 2008.  We leave from I33 at 6:30 AM.  We will come back from the trip at 6:30 PM.  WE look forward to everyone having a great time and I will post comments from the students when we get back.   

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1st Annual Children's Day Parade in Brooklyn

The theme is "I Love New York City Public Schools." I thought it would be a great idea to invite our kids and families as well. Just click below...

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AUTISM Speaks - Walk

Please join your school's team in walking for Autism on Sunday, June 22, 2008. Fundraising ideas send to your Captain Janice Rice.

The STate of the Graduate for 2008

Just a heads up!  The grads are going to start to walk the walk with Ms. Finn on Wednesday.  Just putting out the apologies for all the Pomp and Circumstance repetition now.  Also if anyone has any pictures of the grads from this year, or from any of their time at 368K please get them to Ms. Finn ASAP!!!

School Uniforms

Our new school uniforms are in. Each staff member has received a shirt as a token of appreciation. Sales of shirts to commence shortly. Wear yours on June 5th, (Chancellor's Professional Day) and at all other school special events, or even daily!

Items that will be available for sale soon:

Navy short-sleeve polos $15

White short-sleeve polos $15

Navy long-sleeve polos $20
White long-sleeve polos $20

Navy hoodless sweatshirts $30

Cabinet retreating at JFK Ramada

Plans to meet and retreat are in place for May 16th and 17th for cabinet members of the P368K staff. We will be looking at 2007-2008 data to drive planning for the 2008-2009 school year. Ideas and suggestions are always welcome.

Datafolio Scores are in!!!

Congratulations to all P.368K alternate assessment teachers! 100% of our students exceeded the standards, scoring at level 4. A special thank you to Coach Almodovar for overseeing this process while providing teacher support. Way to go!

A Vision of k-8 Students

Welcome to our 368 All Star Chronicle Blog!

In order to bring communication within our school community into the 21st Century, we have decided to provide information to you in a very accessible manner. Welcome to the 21st Century!