Good Afternoon AmPark Families, We are so proud of our Owls for the hard work they put in on the state ELA exams this week. Thank you for all of the love, encouragement, and support that you have given your scholars throughout. So grateful that they will have this break ahead to rest, relax, and recharge ahead of the Math test to come. For all of those parents of 3rd-5th graders, so you have those dates on the horizon: May 7th & 8th - NY State Math Test for 3rd-5th Graders May 15th - NY State Science Test for 5th Graders Below, find information about our upcoming May events, including the AmPark Science Fair! In the meantime, please enjoy the time ahead, as we are off from April 22nd-April 30th. We will see you all on May 1st when school resumes! Go forth and sharpen that saw Owls! AmPark's May Events CalendarWhat's for Lunch in May?The Annual AmPark Science FairDear AmPark Families, It’s time to start working on the AmPark Neighborhood School Science Fair! This is an exciting event that encourages students to think as young scientists. Students will not only be learning important science content but they will also have choice in their learning which will make the projects so much more engaging! They will also be strengthening their writing skills and oral presentation skills during this process. The AmPark Science Fair will be held on Thursday, May 9th! While all classes will participate in the Fair with a whole class project, students in K-3 are welcome to participate, and 4th grade is strongly encouraged to participate. 5th grade students are required to do an individual or group project. During the next few weeks your child will be thinking and planning for a science project that uses the scientific methodology that they have used in science class each year. In the future our children will need the ability to solve problems in creative ways by questioning the world around them. This science project is a great opportunity for students to practice these important skills. Please join us in supporting your budding scientists journey! Are you interested in your child participating and want to get started on your projects? Please see the information linked here: AmPark's 2024 Science Fair. The winning project will be going to represent AmPark at the District 10 Science Fair!
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Good Afternoon AmPark Families, Please be reminded, that tomorrow, April 16th and Wednesday April 17th, we will be administering the New York State ELA exam to our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders. Today, Ms. Meena and our amazing mascot, Hope, spread the cheer to all of our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade classes as we prepare to dive in to the exams in the morning! Please know that we are proud of all of your scholars already and the hard work that they have done in getting ready. All that we hope they'll do tonight is get good rest and a good night of sleep to come in refreshed and ready. We look forward to seeing them shine and rock the test tomorrow! The AmPark Science Fair is coming!! On May 9th, all of AmPark will be participating in our annual Science Fair! That day, each class will present class projects, and group and individual projects will be displayed in our multipurpose room and cafeteria space throughout the morning. Are you interested in your child participating and want to get started on your projects? Please see the information linked here: AmPark's 2024 Science Fair. The winning project will be going to represent AmPark at the District 10 Science Fair! Finally, do you love AmPark and want to let the world know? Well, the School Survey deadline is this Friday! Please take just a few minutes to let your voice be heard by completing the survey! See the information to complete below: Family Survey Families can use their child's nine-digit Student Identification (OSIS) number to access the survey. Families will enter a lower case "f" followed by their child's OSIS number to access the survey (e.g. f123456789). The student's OSIS number will be provided in the take home survey and can also be found on report cards and student ID cards. Families can also take the survey directly within their NYC Schools Account (NYCSA). You will receive a paper survey. Families have the option of taking the survey on paper if they prefer and mail in the green envelope. Starting on Monday, February 12, all survey takers can go to NYCSchoolSurvey.org to access the survey. The 2024 NYC School Survey administration window is February 12th to April 19th.
La ventana de administración de la Encuesta Escolar de la Ciudad de Nueva York 2024 se abrió el lunes 12 de febrero. En preparación, Los niños se llevaron su encuesta escolar a casa ayer, , Miércoles 14 de Febrero de 2024. ¿Cómo se utiliza la información de la Encuesta?Los resultados de la encuesta apoyan el diálogo entre todos los miembros de las comunidades escolares sobre cómo hacer de su escuela un mejor lugar para aprender. Los líderes escolares utilizan los comentarios de la encuesta para reflexionar y mejorar las escuelas y los programas. Los resultados de la encuesta también se utilizan para ayudar a medir la calidad de la escuela.. Para revisar los resultados de 2023, visite la página de resultados de la encuesta(Abrir enlace externo). Para ver los resultados de toda la ciudad, haga clic en "NYC DOE: Resultados de toda la ciudad". Para ver los resultados de una escuela específica, escriba el nombre de la escuela después de seleccionar el ícono "escuelas". Encuestas Familiares: Las familias pueden usar el número de identificación de estudiante (OSIS) de nueve dígitos de su hijo para acceder a la encuesta. Las familias ingresarán una "f" minúscula seguida del número OSIS de su hijo para acceder a la encuesta (por ejemplo, f123456789). El número OSIS del estudiante se proporcionará en la encuesta para llevar a casa y también se puede encontrar en las boletas de calificaciones y tarjetas de identificación del estudiante. Las familias también pueden completar la encuesta directamente dentro de su Cuenta de Escuelas de la Ciudad de Nueva York (NYCSA, por sus siglas en inglés). Recibirá una encuesta en papel. Las familias tienen la opción de Hacer la encuesta en papel si lo prefieren y enviarla por correo en el sobre verde. A partir del lunes 12 de febrero, todos los encuestados pueden ir a NYCSchoolSurvey.org para acceder a la encuesta. La ventana de administración de la Encuesta Escolar de la Ciudad de Nueva York de 2024 es del 12 de febrero al 19 de abril.
Elvira De Jesus Parent Coordinator Coordinadora De Padres Ampark 344 Neighborhood School School Number: 718-548-3451 ext.1026 Cellphone Number:401-702-7734 Good Afternoon AmPark Families, We truly hope that all are well after today's seismic activity! As you know, NYC and the surrounding area experienced an earthquake today that many of us felt here in the AmPark School building. AmPark's Building Response Team was in action immediately after the quake, working to ensure that all were safe and putting our building in a Shelter In Place response protocol. We are very glad to report that everyone was physically okay. Our staff have worked hard to support any students experiencing concern around this novel event. Thank you to you all for you support and again, we hope all are well. Please be reminded that April 10th, next Wednesday, there is no school in observance of Eid al-Fitr. Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate! Below, you will find information about the solar eclipse on Monday (also shared via Bloomz), a farewell message from (now former) Superintendent Maribel Torres-Hulla, and information about Riverdale Children's Theatre's upcoming show! April 5th, 2024 Dear AmPark Family, Our young scientists at AmPark are abuzz about the very exciting celestial event happening on Monday, April 8th, 2024. For those who may not know; we will be experiencing a total solar eclipse! New York is an area that will be able to observe this remarkable occurrence as we are close to the “path of totality”; meaning that a partial solar eclipse will be visible from here in the Bronx. If you are interested in learning more about eclipses along with your children, please check out a great BrainPop on Solar Eclipses linked here. The solar eclipse will occur close to AmPark’s dismissal, from approximately 2:00 pm until 4:30 pm. While our young scientists have learned all about the eclipse and are certainly excited for Monday, given the nature of the event and the risk of harm to the eyes for looking directly at the sun, our students will be inside and observe live video coverage provided by NASA and National Geographic. This way, we will avoid any potential safety concerns but can experience this amazing happening together, as a school community. For safety reasons, we want to share information about best practices to safely view the eclipse, provided by the New York State Center for School Health. Please see their curated safety information below, with links to videos and helpful tips. How to stay safe observing the solar eclipse, from The New York State Center for School Health: Solar Eclipses Eye Safety: Protect Your Eyes from the Sun! Never look directly at the sun during a solar eclipse (except during the very brief time the sun is in total eclipse; and even then, with caution). Looking directly at the sun can cause permanent damage to your eyes. After viewing a solar eclipse, seek treatment from an eye care professional if you or your child have any changes in vision that continue to get worse. What You Need to Know to Protect Your Eyes During the Upcoming Solar Eclipses What is a solar eclipse?Solar eclipses occur when the moon moves between the sun and the earth. The moon causes the light of the sun to be blocked from reaching earth, casting a shadow on earth. A total solar eclipse is when the moon completely blocks the sun. The sun’s outer atmosphere (called the solar corona) glows around the moon when it is blocking the sun. A partial solar eclipse is when the moon only blocks part of the sun. Viewing a partial solar eclipse can expose your eye to the sun’s rays causing damage to the eye. How can your eyes be affected by a solar eclipse? Exposing your eyes to the sun without proper eye protection during a solar eclipse can cause “eclipse blindness” or retinal burns, also known as solar retinopathy. This exposure to the light can cause damage or even destroy cells in the retina (the back of the eye) that transmit what you see to the brain. This damage can be temporary or permanent and occurs with no pain. It can take a few hours to a few days after viewing the solar eclipse to realize the damage that has occurred. What are the eye symptoms that can occur from looking at a solar eclipse without proper eye protection?
How to safely watch a solar eclipse... Consider your eye health when watching a solar eclipse. The only time that you can safely view a solar eclipse without special equipment is during the part of a solar eclipse when the moon completely covers the sun. It is never safe to look at a partial solar eclipse without proper safety equipment or techniques. During the very brief time the sun is in total solar eclipse it is safe to look at it, but do so with caution. Even during the total solar eclipse, the total eclipse may last only a short period of time, and if you are looking towards the sun as the moon moves away from blocking the sun, you might get a solar burn on your retina which can cause permanent damage to your eyes. Talk with your eye care professional to determine the best viewing option for you. Here a few common ways to safely watch a solar eclipse: Solar Eclipse Glasses Use expert-approved solar eclipse glasses to view a solar eclipse safely and without damaging your eyes.
Pinhole projection This is the safest and most inexpensive way to watch a solar eclipse. This helps you avoid looking directly at the eclipse by using a projected image. This do-it-yourself project includes making a pinhole in a cardboard paper with the sun on one side and a piece of paper three feet away without obstruction to project the image on the other side. Keep in mind not to look through the pinhole at the sun. Other Options Welder’s glass: Number 14 welder’s glass provides effective protection and can be found at a local welder’s supply store. This glass will reduce the harmful rays that are emitted during the eclipse. Do not use if there are any scratches or damage to the glass. Mylar filters: Aluminized mylar plastic sheets are available as eclipse vision glasses or can be cut and made into a viewing box. Do not use if there are any scratches or damage to the sheet. Other ways: Other ways to safely watch a solar eclipse include on television or at the planetarium. How NOT to watch a solar eclipse Be careful about how you watch a solar eclipse. Do NOT use your smartphone: Watching a solar eclipse on your smartphone camera can put you at risk of accidentally looking at the sun when trying to line up your camera. It could possibly also damage your smartphone camera. Don’t take the risk. Do NOT use your camera viewfinder: Never look at a solar eclipse through the optical viewfinder of a camera. It can damage your eyes in the same way as looking directly at it. Do NOT use unsafe filters: Unless specifically designed for viewing a solar eclipse, no filter is safe to use with any optical device (telescopes, binoculars, etc). All color film, black-and-white film that contains no silver, photographic negatives with images on them (x-rays and snapshots), smoked glass, sunglasses (single or multiple pairs), photographic neutral density filters and polarizing filters are unsafe filters to watch a solar eclipse. Also, solar filters designed for eyepieces that come with inexpensive telescopes are also unsafe. All of these items can increase your risk of damaging your eyes. Solar Eclipse Eye Safety - Prevent Blindness Riverdale Children's Theatre Presents:
Good evening, families, Reminder that school is closed tomorrow, Friday, 3/29 and Monday, 4/1. Here are a few upcoming events and the April School Calendar! Enjoy the long weekend :) UPCOMING EVENTSBRONX ARTS ENSEMBLE & FORDHAM UNIVERSITY CHOIRFordham University Chapel • Rose Hill Campus SUNDAY, APRIL 7 AT 3 PMA joint performance by the Bronx Arts Ensemble Orchestra and the Fordham University Choir featuring Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart 's Coronation Mass and Benjamin Britten's Rejoice in the Lamb. LEARN MOREThis program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council, and by District 15. Movement and Musicat Vladeck Hall WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 AT 11 AM The Bronx Arts Ensemble woodwind quintet joins master yoga teaching artist Amparo Santiago for a session blending movement, relaxation, and classical music. Amparo will lead the audience in gentle yoga stretches suitable for all abilities. Don’t forget to bring a yoga mat for traditional yoga or try chair yoga for a more accessible option. Enjoy the session and add a touch of fun to the experience! LEARN MOREThis program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and District 11 Councilmember Eric Dinowitz and Assemblymember Jeffrey Dinowitz. The Bronx Arts Ensemble String Quartet and University of Mount Saint Vincent student artists will collaborate to create a unique musical and artistic experience in the Cahill Theater. The BAE String Quartet will perform a varied selection of minimalist works by American composers including Philip Glass, Caroline Shaw, Oliver Caplan, Angelica Negrón, and Brittany Green. Inspired by the music, UMSV student artists will create a mixed media backdrop that will be revealed at the performance. LEARN MOREMedia Sponsor This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and District 11 Councilmember Eric Dinowitz and Assemblymember Jeffrey Dinowitz, and WQXR. BRONX ARTS ENSEMBLE ORCHESTRACOURTNEY’S STARS OF TOMORROWat Church of St. Benedict Friday, April 19 at 7 PM LEARN MOREThis program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and District 13. LEARN MORE This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and District 15. Discounted Orfeo Tickets Orfeo ed EuridiceLast seen at the Met in the title role of Philip Glass’s Akhnaten, countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo stars as the mythic hero who ventures into the underworld to rescue his beloved Euridice. Soprano Ying Fang is his ill-fated bride, with soprano Elena Villalón in her company debut as Amore, the god of love who sets Orfeo on his quest. Christian Curnyn makes his Met debut conducting Gluck’s sublime setting of the ancient tale, enlivened by exuberant choreography from the legendary Mark Morris and featuring members of his renowned dance group. Production a gift of Mr. and Mrs. Wilmer J. Thomas, Jr. Revival a gift of Douglas Dockery Thomas PROMO CODE: ORFEOARC Learn More Donate Forward to a Friend |