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Dear families,

Attached you will find our IB Newsletter containing details regarding our third Learner Profile attribute, Thinker.

Students who are thinkers exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.

Over the next month, students will discuss what being a thinker looks like, sounds like and feels like. They will engage in read-alouds and discussions surrounding this attribute and will practice being a thinker at school and in their daily lives. The attached newsletter contains suggestions for how to support these behaviors at home, as well as recommended books and discussions to engage in with your student.

Carina Sandrini-Cooke

IB Instructional Coach

PS 84, The Lillian Weber School of the Arts

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 Safe Streets, Safe Schools: A Community Call to Action - Saturday, October 26, 2024

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 Safe Streets, Safe Schools: A Community Call to Action - Saturday, October 26, 2024

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On Saturday, October 26, NYC Public Schools will host a community forum: Safe Streets, Safe Schools: A Community Call to Action at High School for Fashion Industries, located at 225 West 24th Street, Manhattan, from 8 AM to 2 PM.

Attached are translated flyers that you tcan share with your community.

*Limited Childcare will be provided.

Thank you,

Apply to fill a vacant seat on an Education Council

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El sábado 26 de octubre, las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Nueva York organizarán un foro comunitario: Calles seguras, escuelas seguras: un llamado a la acción comunitaria en High School for Fashion Industries, 225 West 24th Street, Manhattan, de 8 a. m. a 2 p. m.

*Se proporcionará cuidado de niños limitado.

Gracias,

Solicite cubrir un puesto vacante en un Consejo de Educación

Apply to fill a vacant seat on an Education Council

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DreamBox Math Progress Monitoring Slides Info

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DreamBox Math Progress Monitoring Slides Info

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Speaker View Recording of October 2024 Principal's Café

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Speaker View Recording of October 2024 Principal's Café

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Topics covered in this meeting are on DreamBox Math, Math Resources, Tech issues, and our PS84 Budget Paradox.

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Speaker View Principal's Cafe October 2024

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Shared Screen View of October 2024 Principals' Café

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Shared Screen View of October 2024 Principals' Café

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Fast forward to 1 min for a look at the Math Resources Padlet and DreamBox Math Student Progress and Parent Access reports; and then 24 minutes in to see shared screen here on Budget Paradox.

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Need help helping your child with homework and studying? Please take a look at these valuable resources!

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Teach Your Kids to Code: 6 Beginner’s Resources for Parents   By Matt Davis

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Teach Your Kids to Code: 6 Beginner’s Resources for Parents   By Matt Davis

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Introducing computer programming to your kids can be a challenge, especially for those who aren’t familiar with the nuances of code. Fortunately, in the last few years, a number of apps, software, and guides have been produced that make the often-complex subject of computer coding easy to grasp for young learners. So where to begin? These are a few resources that parents can share with their kids to help them start learning about programming.

Programming Tutorials From Made With Code by Google: Google's Made With Code project has a mission of encouraging girls to pursue careers in computer science. The Made With Code projects are easy to follow, and if your kids are completely new to coding, don't fret. There's something for both intermediate and beginning coders. Plus, there are even more tutorials in the Resources section with new offerings released periodically.

Resources for Parents From MIT Media Lab's Scratch Team: Scratch is one of the most popular coding tools for kids, and it's designed to help students with little to no coding experience dive headfirst into programming. Essentially, the software lets students create animations and stories with building blocks that mimic the structure of computer code. Luckily, the team behind the software has made it easy for beginners. There's a wonderful web-based beginners' guide that will help students get started, or you can download a PDF version.

Tynker's Hour of Code Free Activities: Tynker is a fun, intuitive suite of games that make it easy for kids to learn basic "computational thinking and programming skills." Their Hour of Code feature is a great starting point for jumping into all that the site has to offer. Plus, be sure to check out the Parents section for ideas and tips to get started.

Lessons and Tutorials From Code.org: Code.org was launched in 2013 to advocate for wider access to computer science learning in schools and for underrepresented students of color. In addition to their advocacy efforts, Code.org has posted several useful lessons that are great to share with your kids. Aside from popular lessons like K-8 Introduction to Computer Science, there are links to informative tutorials from a variety of sources.

Best Apps and Websites for Learning Programming and Coding: This resource from Common Sense Media, featured on their Graphite platform, provides insightful reviews of popular programming tools. All of the reviews on the site are by teachers, and they're based on ease of use, quality, and engagement, among other criteria.

Computing Lessons on Khan Academy: Khan Academy's self-paced courses introduce a number of fascinating coding concepts to kids. From learning the basics of computer programming and animation, to more complex computer science subjects, these lessons are the perfect jumping off point for curious students. When you're ready to get started, check out: Teaching Kids Programming with Khan Academy by Patrick Reagan.

Inspiring Articles About Kids Learning to Code

Still looking for some ideas? Here are a few more sources about the benefits of learning coding skills to help your kids start programming:

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8 Free Tools That Teach Kids How to Code by Sarah K. White via CIO magazine

6 Tips for Teaching Kids to Code by Al Sweigart via OpenSource

Guide to Teaching Kids to Code via EdSurge

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5 Reasons to Teach Kids to Code via Kodable

Coding Organizations for Kids

For the non-coding parents, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Fortunately, there are a variety of organizations committed to teaching kids programming skills. These organizations offer opportunities and resources for getting your children involved:

Stencyl

Code Monster

Teaching Kids Programming

MIT App Inventor

Hour of Code

Code.org

Black Girls Code

CoderDojo

CSUnplugged

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Free French Resources for French Immersion Parents

Supporting your child’s native language development is of utmost import, even in a second language immersion program. But maybe you’ve got a real keener on your hands! If your child is interested in learning more, and you want to include French in your child’s educational screen time or reading time, here are five valuable free resources to help.

Boukili

This aesthetically pleasing, easy-to-access app features “free access to hundreds of books, games and quizzes” and is designed to get kids excited about reading in French. Stories are available for children as young as four years old, and you can track progress in the app.

Canadian Parents for French

The CPAF is an advocacy group of parents in support of bilingualism. Among other offerings, they have online conversation and social circles for French immersion learners, from Senior Kindergarten through Grade 12, to meet virtually, play games, read and practise their conversational skills together.

Idello

Funded with the support of various private and public entities, including the CPF and the Government of Ontario, among others, Idello is a massive collection of resources. Access expert-certified resources at home, including videos, games, apps and publications.

Reading A-Z

This well-known online library is a common resource in Canadian classrooms, and particularly since distance learning proliferated in 2020. Find a robust collection of grade-levelled books and readers available in multiple languages, including French.

Radio-Canada/CBC

Let your child kick back with a French game or two from the national broadcaster’s dedicated sites for kids: Zone des Petits and Zone Jeunesse. Vibrant, online games, videos and shows will draw them in for French educational screen time.

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Science

PLANETS

SPACE PLACE GAMES

STAR CHILD

LIFE SCIENCE

EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

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Spanish

GAMES

DIGITAL DIALECTS

QUIA SPANISH ACTIVITIES

SPANISH GAMES PBS KIDS

JUEGOS WORD GAMES

GAMES TO LEARN SPANISH

SPANISH FOR KIDS

CURIOUS GEORGE MATH

PBS KIDS LAB

HISPANIC CULTURE

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC

DICTIONARIES

ENGLISH TO SPANISH

SPANISHDICT

YOUTUBE Tutorials

MAESTRAC27

STRA HARVEY

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Does Your Child Need Math Practice? Try some of these links!

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Does Your Child Need Math Practice? Try some of these links!

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Math

MATH BASEBALL

DELTA MATH (INQWIZIT)

MATH CATS

MATH GAME TIME

MATH PLAYGROUND

IXL MATH

VIRTUAL MANIPULATIVES

FRECKLE / FRONT ROW

LINE JUMPER

COOL MATH 4 KIDS

XTRAMATH

MULTIPLICATION.COM

THINKING BLOCKS

MATHOPOLIS

PRODIGY GAME

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Internet Safety

CYBER SURF ISLAND

NET SMARTZ KIDS

BRAINPOP INTERNET SAFETY

INTERACTIVE ASSESSMENTS

ADVENTURES IN INTERNET SAFETY

INTERNET SAFETY K-3 VIDEO

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Helping Parents Help Their Child with Envisions Math 

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Helping Parents Help Their Child with Envisions Math 

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Dear PS84 Families,

enVision Mathematics was specifically designed to implement the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics and to foster your child’s success.

enVision Mathematics was developed to help children see the math. The programs below include resources to help families see the math as well.

Click on your student's grade level below to access enVision's family engagement resources.

Once you click on the link, take a look at the tabs at the top of the page. Click on Overview of Resources or Content and Standards to get Parent friendly recaps of what your child is learning. Or click on the Topics/Lesson Support tab to get a better understanding of the lessons your child is learning in class.

Kindergarten enVision family engagement

1st grade enVision family engagement

2nd grade enVision family engagement

3rd grade enVision family engagement

4th grade enVision family engagement

5th grade enVision family engagement

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**Principal's Café will be on October 21st at 10 AM!

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Dear PS84 Families,

Please come and join us for our Blooms of Diversity Ceremony event on Tuesday, October 1st at 2:pm.  PS84’s Blooms of Diversity Ceremony is an event to celebrate Diversity and Solidarity within our school community. Parents, guardians, or family members are invited to attend, watching from the 91st Street sidewalk outside the fence along the Sol Bloom playground area.  For security purposes, parents are NOT permitted to enter the Sol Bloom playground area until 2:35 PM for dismissal.

Get ready to ROAR together at PS84 through the power of Poetry and Song!

In unity,

Mr. Becker and the PS84 Lions

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PS84 Student_Parent Handbook 2024-2025 (2)

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OSYD's CCST Parent Workshop Series Registration Links (September - December) (1)

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We are excited to announce that the Central Crisis Support Team (CCST) will continue hosting family workshops throughout the school year! These workshops are designed to support families and caregivers as they engage with the new academic year.

Some of the topics we will cover include:
• Reacclimating to school
• Trauma-informed practices
• Test anxiety
• And much more!

The workshops will run until the end of the school year, with dates and registration links available through December.

Interpretation services will be available in Spanish.

To register for upcoming workshops, please refer to the links on the attached flyer.

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CCST Parent Workshop Series (September - December)

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NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION UNDER SECTION 504

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NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION UNDER SECTION 504

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Child and Adolescent Development and Mental Health Webinar for Families

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Child and Adolescent Development and Mental Health Webinar for Families

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International Baccalaureate (IB) September Newsletter 

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Dear Families,

Attached you will find PS 84’s first International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB PYP) newsletter providing information about IB, as well as a description of the Learner Profile. We are excited to begin implementing the core components of the IB Framework and diving into inquiry work in our classroom!

Attached you will also find our IB Newsletter containing details regarding our first Learner Profile attribute, Caring. Over the next month, students will discuss what being caring looks like, sounds like and feels like. They will engage in read-alouds and discussions surrounding this attribute and will practice being caring at school and in their daily lives. The newsletter contains suggestions for how to support caring behaviors at home, as well as recommended books and discussions to engage in with your student.

Carina Sandrini-Cooke

IB Instructional Coach

PS 84, The Lillian Weber School of the Arts

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From The office of Council Member Gale Brewer

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From The office of Council Member Gale Brewer

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Brewer Fall 24 School and Events Flier Legal

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Calendario escolar del Departamento de Educación de la Ciudad de Nueva York 2024-2025

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Calendario escolar del Departamento de Educación de la Ciudad de Nueva York 2024-2025

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PS84 2024-25 school year Calendar (Spanish) (1)

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September 2024 PreK to 8 Grade School Lunch Menu

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September 2024 PreK to 8 Grade School Lunch Menu

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The Westside Commons After-School Program

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The Westside Commons After-School Program

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As we approach the new academic year, I am thrilled to announce the much-anticipated start of our After-School program registration at The Westside Commons.

The program will commence on September 9th, 2024, and we cannot wait to welcome your children into this exciting and enriching experience.

After-school hours: 2:30 pm until 6:00 pm

Our After-School Program is designed to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for students to thrive beyond regular school hours. Led by a team of dedicated and qualified educators, the program will offer diverse activities, including academic support, arts and crafts, sports, and interactive workshops.

Applications: Applications are available for pickup next week beginning 7/ 29/24 @696 Amsterdam Avenue (Between 93rd and 94th street) I have attached a digital copy of all documents necessary for participation in our after-school program.

Please note that your entire application will be returned for any incomplete document.

Schools: We provide pick up for PS 166, PS 75, PS 84

Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or further information @ (212) 874-7272 or at erica@westsidecommons.org

Thank you for being an essential part of our school community, and we eagerly await the start of the After-School Program.

Warm regards,

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“The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence. Denis Waitley

Erica Bynum

Director of Operations | The West Side Commons

An initiative of The DOME Project & Strycker's Bay Neighborhood Council

Tel: 212-874-7272 Ext. 403 | Direct Dial 646-992-3591| Fax: 917-591-4995

Visit us on the web www.westsidecommons.org

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WildArts Afterschool Program Introducing Spanish Start and Hablamos Español!

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WildArts Afterschool Program Introducing Spanish Start and Hablamos Español!

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Spanish Academic Enrichment!

Wildarts is expanding our Spanish Academic Enrichment offerings. We still have our immensely popular Cocinando en Español Spanish-language cooking enrichment, but now we're offering Spanish Start and Hablamos Español for even more Spanish Language Immersion.

Spanish Start with Ms. Romero
3/PK-1st Grade, Tuesdays and Thursdays 4PM-4:45PM,
$35.00 per session**
In Spanish Start with Wildarts, students will begin their journey in the Spanish language. This academic program will immerse students in the Spanish language with  on structure and vocabulary.

Our Spanish Certified instructor will make language fun with pronunciation games, Spanish story-telling, and lessons in Spanish speaking cultures from around the globe. This afterschool class is the perfect companion to the PS 84 Spanish Dual Language program.

Hablamos Español with Ms. Romero
2nd-5th Grade, Tuesdays and Homework Help session on Thursdays 4:45PM-5:30PM,*
$35.00 per session**
In Wildarts Hablamos Español, students will be immersed in Spanish language.This academic program will immerse students in the Spanish language with a focus on grammar and vocabulary.

Students will learn to speak and tell stories in Spanish with conversation buddies, journalling, and improvisational exercises. This afterschool class is the perfect companion to the PS 84 Spanish Dual Language program.

*Students enrolled in our Thursday session will work on Spansih-Dual Language homework with our Spanish Certified instructor.

**Enrolling in Wildarts Enrichment entitles your student to the entire Wildarts day from school dismissal to 6PM. If your student is already enrolled in the Wildarts Core or 3/PK program on the day of your enrichment, please use coupon code core-rewards-40 at checkout to receive 40% off your enrichment tuition.

Priority Enrollment is for families currently enrolled in Wildarts Afterschool programs. Wildarts Enrichment Programs are subject to minimum enrollment requirements. If the minimum enrollment is not met by the Sunday prior to the first session, the Enrichment Program will not move forward and families who registered will be refunded.

Hasta Luego!
Team Wildarts

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Back to School Initiative - Tax Credit Awareness

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Back to School Initiative - Tax Credit Awareness

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Helping parents of young children and college students understand the tax credits (Child Tax Credit, Additional Child Tax Credit, Earned Income Tax Credit, etc.) and benefits they may be eligible to claim when they file a tax return. Also raise awareness of free tax preparation available at Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) sites.

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Beazer’s Garden Afterschool September 2024-June 2025

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Beazer’s Garden Afterschool September 2024-June 2025

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Spaces are still available! Register here for the full year or half year terms.

If you are applying for a scholarship, please email your request to Ms. B and CC Ms. Judie, PS 84 Parent Coordinator.

We will be open for the 6 Prose training ½ days that were added to the school calendar. Families not enrolled in garden are welcome to sign up here.

Families enrolled with garden afterschool had the links sent to them through our WhatsApp groups. Please email Ms. B at, info@beazersgarden.com if you did not get the link for your discounted rate.

Please sign up for our Garden Afterschool WhatsApp group on the day your child is enrolled in our program.

Ms. B & the Beazer’s Garden Team

La Sra. B y el equipo de jardinería de Beazer

Mme B et l'équipe du jardin de Beazer

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We realize that it is National Teachers' day, and thought it was important to let you know that we see daily how Gary is thriving at PS84.  There are many factors that contribute to him coming home happy such as the teachers, administration, staff, and classmates.  We specifically wanted to reach out and emphasize that we are truly appreciative of the impact that Ms. Jenn and Ms. Jessi have had in Gary's emotional, physical and academic development.  They are his rock and we are beyond happy that they are part of the team.

Your leadership and support of them has not gone unnoticed, and we wanted to thank you for overseeing and implementing a great program.  Please let us know how our family can help in continuing to its success!

Best Regards,

Khamsouk and Gary Sr.

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The Summer Rising Welcome Letter will be sent home today. Please check your child's folder. The letter includes your child's student ID and creation code. 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).

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Shout-out to PS84 For a Great Remote Learning Day on February 13th!

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Shout-out to PS84 For a Great Remote Learning Day on February 13th!

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Hello,

I just wanted to write and say what a great job everyone did implementing the remote snow day yesterday. It was very organized and well done all around. Your staff was on top of it and kept the kids engaged. We are happy to be a part of the PS 84 family, and to have such great teachers!

Thanks so much,

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Good Evening Mme Sissoko,

A warm note of thanks for a very smooth remote day.

Instructions / links were crystal clear and Gabriel navigated from class to class effortlessly

A big thank you to you & getting the students to this level of independence

My Best

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The following is the protocol to address a question or concern about your child. I have included the flow chart of the appropriate people to contact. Your child's teacher is always the first person to contact. If your question or concern has not been addressed in a timely matter, please feel free to contact me at jvidals@schools.nyc.gov or (212)799-2534 ext. 1103

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Family Workshop Wednesday, January 10, 2024

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Family Workshop Wednesday, January 10, 2024

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Topic: A conversation about Autism Spectrum Disorder

Guest Speaker: Anastasia Altman, M.S. Ed, M.A. Metropolitan Center for Mental Health

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Need Some Guidance on Helping Your Child with Self-Regulating Emotions?

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Need Some Guidance on Helping Your Child with Self-Regulating Emotions?

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If you're a parent, chances are you've witnessed a tantrum or two in your day. We expect them in two-year-olds. But if your child reaches school age and meltdowns and outbursts are still frequent, it may be a sign that they have difficulty with emotional self-regulation.

Simply put, self-regulation is the difference between a two-year-old and a five-year-old who is more able to control their emotions. Helping kids who haven't developed self-regulation skills at the typical age is the goal of parent training programs. And many older children, even if they're beyond tantrums, continue to struggle with impulsive and inappropriate behavior.

What is self-regulation?

Self-regulation is the ability to manage your emotions and behavior in accordance with the demands of the situation. It includes being able to resist highly emotional reactions to upsetting stimuli, to calm yourself down when you get upset, to adjust to a change in expectations, and to handle frustration without an outburst. It is a set of skills that enables children, as they mature, to direct their own behavior towards a goal, despite the unpredictability of the world and our own feelings.

What does emotional dysregulation look like?

Problems with self-regulation manifest in different ways depending on the child, says Matthew Rouse, PhD, a clinical psychologist. "Some kids are instantaneous - they have a huge, strong reaction and there's no lead-in or build-up," he says. "They can't inhibit that immediate behavior response."

For other kids, he notes, distress seems to build up and they can only take it for so long. Eventually it leads to some sort of behavioral outburst. "You can see them going down the wrong path but you don't know how to stop it."

The key for both kinds of kids is to learn to handle those strong reactions and find ways to express their emotions that are more effective (and less disruptive) than having a meltdown.

Why do some kids struggle with self-regulation?

Dr. Rouse sees emotional control issues as a combination of temperament and learned behavior.

"A child's innate capacities for self-regulation are temperament and personality-based," he explains. Some babies have trouble self-soothing, he adds, and get very distressed when you're trying to bathe them or put on clothes. Those kids may be more likely to experience trouble with emotional self-regulation when they're older.

But the environment plays a role as well. When parents give in to tantrums or work overtime to soothe their children when they get upset and act out, kids have a hard time developing self-discipline. "In those situations, the child is basically looking to the parents to be external self-regulators," Dr. Rouse says. "If that's a pattern that happens again and again, and a child is able to 'outsource' self-regulation, then that's something that might develop as a habit."

Children with ADHD or anxiety may find it particularly challenging to manage their emotions, and need more help to develop emotional regulation skills.

How do we teach self-regulation skills?

Scott Bezsylko, the executive director of the Winston Prep schools for children with learning differences, says that acting out is essentially an ineffective response to a stimulus. The parent or teacher needs to help the child slow down and more carefully choose an effective response instead of being impulsive.

"We approach self-regulation skills in the same way we approach other skills, academic or social: isolate that skill and provide practice," Bezsylko explains. "When you think of it as a skill to be taught - rather than, say, just bad behavior - it changes the tone and content of the feedback you give kids. "

The key to learning self-regulation skills, says Dr. Rouse, is not to avoid situations that are difficult for kids to handle, but to coach kids through them and provide a supportive framework - clinicians call it "scaffolding" the behavior you want to encourage - until they can handle these challenges on their own.

Imagine a situation that can produce strong negative emotions, like a frustrating math homework assignment. If a parent hovers too much, they risk taking over the regulation role. "Instead of the child recognizing that the work is frustrating and figuring out how to handle it," Dr. Rouse explains, "what they feel is that the parent is frustrating them by making them do it."

Scaffolding in this situation might be helping the child with one problem, and then expecting them to try the rest. If they feel frustrated, they might get up and get a drink. They might use a timer to give themselves periodic breaks. The parent would check in on them at intervals, and offer praise for their efforts.

If a child is prone to melting down when they're asked to stop playing a video game, scaffolding might be practicing transitioning away from the game. "You'd want to practice with a game in which they're not overly invested - you don't want to begin with high-stakes," Dr. Rouse explains. "Have them practice playing for two or three minutes and then handing you the game. They get points towards something they want every time they do it."

Dry runs are another way to scaffold self-regulation. For instance, if you've had trouble with a child reacting impulsively or having a tantrum in a store, make a short visit when you don't need to do serious shopping. Have them practice walking with you, keeping their hands to themselves. They get points towards some goal every time they are successful.

Dr. Rouse says that often parents get discouraged when things don't go well the first time they try skill-building, but consistency and starting at a level that is appropriate for your child are key. Rather than giving up, try paring down the activity so it is more doable, and slowly give your child more and more independence to handle it.

For instance, if brushing their teeth is a problem for your child, you might start by focusing just on putting toothpaste on the brush, and respond with positive feedback and rewards when they do it. Once they've practiced that a few times, add the next step in the chain.

Similarly, if getting out the door in the morning is causing meltdowns, target one step at a time. First, say, getting dressed by 7:15. Once they've mastered that, set a target time for breakfast, and add that. Breaking the chain into small steps allows them to build self-regulation skills in manageable increments.

Help kids become self-reflective

Bezsylko stresses that when parents or teachers approach impulsive, inappropriate behavior calmly and give them time, kids can learn to choose better ways to respond to that situation. The feedback kids need is non-judgmental and non-emotional: what went wrong, and why, and how they can fix it next time.

"When kids are part of an environment that's reflective and analytic as opposed to emotional and fast-paced," Bezsylko explains, "they can learn to make better choices." Slowing down allows children to become more thoughtful, reflective and self-aware. "We need to slow down and model self-reflection and self-awareness and self-regulation for our kids," he notes, "but it's also helpful and good for us, too."

Bezsylko notes that mindfulness and meditation are good for everyone, but especially for children with self-regulation challenges. And Dr. Rouse mentions the many parent training programs available to help them become better coaches for their kids. For older kids, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is also an option, as it focuses on distress tolerance and emotion regulation.

At the end of the day, though, nothing can replace the work of the parent. "It seems to me," says Dr. Rouse, "that the family environment is the most important piece."

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I help my child regulate their emotions?

What is self-regulation in child development?

At what age can a child control their emotions?

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Tips for helping kids improve their self-regulation skills when they need help to control emotions, handle frustration and resist impulsive behavior. Advice from experts.

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Shout Out to Pre-K4's Ms. Carybel and Ms. Betty

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Shout Out to Pre-K4's Ms. Carybel and Ms. Betty

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> I wanted  to give a personal shout-out to Ms Clarybel and Ms Betty. I have been trying for months to familiarize my daughter with the first letter in her name, Z, and to my complete surprise last night she pointed at the Z in the  word “PIZZA” and said “Like my name!” Then she wrote Z in the evening during our playtime! I asked how she learned, she said Ms Clarybel and Ms Betty! We danced a jig after every Z she wrote 😆

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> Amazing work!! We are so happy to be a part of the ps84 community and look forward to more fun and learning this year with both you and Ms Betty! Love, A Proud Parent

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Health Guidance and Resources for Families—Tips for Staying Healthy

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Health Guidance and Resources for Families—Tips for Staying Healthy

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Stay up to date on all vaccines

Vaccines are the best way to prevent your child from getting many illnesses and spreading them to others.

Many vaccines are required to attend school. Your child could be at risk for being sent home from school if they do not have the required vaccines.

Additional vaccines such as those for COVID-19, influenza, and HPV are highly recommended to protect children and others.

To find a COVID-19 or flu vaccination site, visit vaccinefinder.nyc.gov.

Make sure your child gets the updated COVID-19 vaccines when they become available in the early fall, even if they have had COVID-19 or previously been vaccinated

Please talk to your child’s health care provider if you have questions about vaccinations.

If your child does not have a provider, you can locate a clinic that administers vaccines at the Department of Health Immunization Clinics

Stay Home When Sick

Rest can help you and your child get better sooner, and it helps prevent the spread of germs.

Children with diarrhea should stay home until the diarrhea has stopped (stools are formed).

Anyone with a fever should stay home until 24 hours after being fever free or until their doctor says it is okay to go back to school or daycare. They should stay home for at least 5 days if they are diagnosed with COVID-19.

If your child is having difficulty breathing, call your doctor right away.

If your child has symptoms of COVID-19, please see guidance
(Open external link).

Get tested, if your child is positive, have them stay home and separate from others for at least 5 days, and talk to their health care provider about treatment. See more information on isolation
(Open external link).

Please call your school or school nurse to let them know if your child has a confirmed diagnosis of an illness that can spread to others.

You can also help us avoid the spread of illness at your child’s school. Here are a few simple actions you can take to keep your child and other students healthy:

Consider wearing a mask, especially in a crowded indoor setting particularly if your child has a medical condition that puts them at risk for severe COVID-19, or if they are around others who are at increased risk for COVID-19, such as grandparents or other older adults.

Masks are an important layer of protection to stop the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses.

Always wear a mask when sick and unable to separate from others, and, if you have COVID-19, for 10 days after your symptoms began (or 10 days after you test positive for COVID-19, if you have no symptoms.) See additional information about isolation for COVID-19
(Open external link).

Always wear a mask for 10 days after being exposed to someone who has COVID-19. See guidance on what to do following a COVID-19 exposure
(Open external link).

Masks will also be required when entering the school medical room when the nurse suspects the student has respiratory symptoms

Wear a high-quality mask, such as a KN95, KF94 or N95 for the best protection from COVID-19.

Cover Your Cough

Use a tissue to cover coughs and sneezes.  If you don’t have a tissue, sneeze, or cough into your sleeve, not your hands. Teach your child to cover up their coughs too!

Wash Hands Often

Washing your hands with soap and water stops the spread of germs. If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer. You and your child should always wash hands before...

coming into contact with small children

touching food

eating

…and after...

u sing the bathroom

helping your child use the toilet

wiping your nose or your child’s nose

coughing or sneezing

changing a diaper

See a Health Care Provider Regularly

If your child has a chronic condition, they may need to see their health care provider more often. The health care provider will manage your child’s condition with a treatment plan. This can reduce your child’s symptoms and lower the chance of an emergency room visit. Schools also offer services that can support an outside health care provider’s care. Learn about services at school for students with conditions like asthma, allergies, and diabetes.

If you don’t have a health care provider, call 311 or the 24-hour Contact Center for NYC Health and Hospitals (H+H) at 844-NYC-4NYC to be connected to care. Care is available in NYC regardless of immigration status or ability to pay. Find a Health Center
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Health Insurance

Children with health insurance are more likely to have a regular health care provider and get the health care services they need.

Health insurance helps with the cost of health care provider visits and prescribed medicine. Make sure you and your family are covered. Almost all NYC children can get Child Health Plus health insurance for free or at a low cost. Your child may also be able to get insurance through your job, Medicaid, or the NY State of Health Marketplace.

Your school can help you and your family explore options and sign up for health insurance. Reach out to the Parent Coordinator at your school to get connected to an insurance navigator.

You can also enroll online through the NY State Health Marketplace, or call their help line: 1-855-355-5777.

Students and their families who qualify for Child Health Plus, Medicaid or the Essential Plan can sign up for insurance all year long.

For answers to frequently asked health insurance questions, read Get Covered NYC! More information on free and low-cost insurance options
(Open external link) are available.

See Also

Allergies

Asthma

Concussions

Diabetes

Head Lice

Other Health Topics

Free Student Meals

See what's on the menu

Transportation

See Modernization Plan

Technology for families

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Homework Help from Our Local Libraries!!!

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Homework Help from Our Local Libraries!!!

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NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids aged 6-12 that takes place after regular school hours, Monday to Thursday, when school is in session. Join us at a participating branch for homework help from one of our tutors or Teen Reading Ambassadors, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities-and even snacks! Find out where NYPL After School is happening in person, explore online activities and resources, and more.

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NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids aged 6-12 that takes place after regular school hours, Monday to Thursday, when school is in session. Join us at a participating branch for homework help from one of our tutors or Teen Reading Ambassadors, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities-and even snacks!

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Fordham Summer Reading and Writing Skills Program

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Fordham Summer Reading and Writing Skills Program

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Saoirse is so proud of her report card!  She has made a world of progress in the past year and that is due very much to the extra time you spend helping her, your kindness and patience and your incredible empathy skills.  You really understand her and she knows that.  You really help her get through those times when she's just not understanding something and she feels she is struggling.  Seeing her report card rise dramatically to 4s this year is a thrill.  And it's a joy to hear her talk about how much she loves writing in your class!

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Next Generation Learning Standards: Parent Resources

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To help parents prepare for the transition to the Next Generation Learning Standards, NYSED collaborated with multiple partners, including parents, to develop a resource that facilitates and promotes parental involvement and engagement. This resource provides the following: