Dear Families, In New York State, most public schools rely on state standardized tests to assess student learning and judge school effectiveness. Although TNS students can participate in those exams, we believe any standardized test is limited in conveying the full scope of student learning. In collaboration with six other progressive elementary schools, we created […]
Dear Families, Last Friday, we had SING for the first time since the fall. I am sure you noticed that we moved classes closer to the band and each other. What a joyful experience to have all of us together! We have two more SINGs this year: Friday, May 26, and the last day of […]
iguring out the NYC special education process is complex–experts can help. INCLUDEnyc’s senior family educator, Colin Montgomery, will join InsideSchools on May 10to speak about the NYC special education process, including referral, evaluation, services, placement, and parent rights and role. ������������Sign up here. Date: May 10, 2023 Time: 12 pm Language: English only (INCLUDEnyc offers events in Spanish as listed on their events calendar) […]
FAMILY JAM WITH ASHLEY11:15amFamily-Friendly and fun!Sing and Dance with Ms. Ashley AFRICAN DRUM CIRCLE12:00pmEveryone age 6+ is invited to join, we will provide the drums! THIRD STREET SATURDAY ORCHESTRA PHILHARMONIA12:30pmWitness rehearsal and experience the sound of young musicians at work! GARY THE GREAT!1:00pmEnjoy thrilling and family-friendly magic! DANCE-ALONG!1:30pmDeena Parrilla will lead a Community Hip-Hop Dance-along! […]
Welcome Back! TNS community SING is in two weeks! I cannot believe how quickly this sneaked up! This unique community event brings families and classes together right after arrival in the 3rd St. basketball area. Classes sit in concentric circles, with the inner circle reserved for our youngest students (we will send out a seating […]
Dear Families, Summer Rising is a partnership between the New York City Department of Education (DOE) and the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD). Programming includes academics led by DOE staff and enrichment activities led by DYCD Community Organizations. Summer Rising begins July 5th and runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. […]
Shine this summer with STEM! Students entering kindergarten through grade 12 in September 2023 can apply now to attend enrichment programs with STEM Matters NYC. Get your hands dirty in the garden, encounter amazing animals, or design an art or engineering project. Students entering kindergarten through grade 9 in September 2023 can apply for weeklong camps. Students entering […]
Dear Families, At TNS, we believe that children learn best through first-hand experiences with people, materials, and places; that is why trips are such an important part of our school’s curriculum. One TNS “milestone” field trip is going to overnight camp, and our 4th and 5th graders will go this week! This year’s three-day, two-night […]
Dear Families, Happy Pi Day! Please complete your school survey. The survey collects important information about each school’s ability to support student success. Denise sent you an email with your access code and links to fill out the survey. You also should have received an envelope in your child’s backpack with a hard copy of […]