P.S. 64 Q- The Joseph P. Addabbo Magnet School Of Leadership & Social Justice Activism

Notices & Updates for Families 2025-2026

• Family Welcome Back Letter

  September 5, 2025

  Dear Parents and Guardians,

  As we begin another exciting school year, I want to take a moment to say welcome back. We’ve officially kicked off the year, and I’m happy to report that the first day of school went smoothly. It was a joy to see our hallways filled with energy, enthusiasm, and eager learners. Thank you for helping make that possible with your support, preparation, and positive mindset.

  To our returning families, thank you for your ongoing trust and support. Your involvement in your child’s learning makes a meaningful impact every day.

  To those new to our school community, welcome! We’re so glad you’re here. Your fresh perspectives, ideas, and questions will help us grow even stronger. We hope you already feel seen, valued, and supported.

  This year, we’ll continue our focus on academic excellence, leadership development, and fostering a school culture where every student feels safe, challenged, and celebrated. We believe that when schools and families work together, students thrive and that belief is at the heart of everything we do.

  Here are a few reminders and updates as we move forward:

  • Virtual Meet the Staff Night will be held on Wednesday, September 17th from 4:30-7:30pm is a great opportunity to meet your child’s teachers and learn more about the year ahead.
  • Stay Connected: Please keep an eye on our school website, Class Dojo, messaging app and social media platforms for important updates, announcements, and classroom news.
  • If you have questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher or the main office at 718-845-8290. We're here to help.

  On a personal note, as I begin my 12th year serving as principal, I continue to be inspired by the strength and heart of this school community. I look forward to learning from your insights, collaborating through our challenges, and celebrating our shared successes in the months ahead. This year will undoubtedly bring both opportunities and challenges but together, we are builders of possibility and champions for children. Let’s make it a year filled with purpose, joy, and growth.

  Thank you again, and welcome to the 2025–2026 school year!

  In Partnership,

   

  Elizabeth Mitchell

  Principal

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• PS 64Q Distraction-Free Policy for Personal Electronic Devices 2025-2026

  PS 64Q Distraction-Free Policy for Personal Electronic Devices 2025-2026

  At PS 64Q, we are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment for our students.  In alignment with New York State Distraction-Free Schools Policy, New York City Public Schools regulations, and in collaboration with the PS 64Q School Leadership Team, the following policy regarding personal electronic devices is in effect.

  An "internet-enabled electronic device" is defined as any device capable of connecting to the internet and enabling the user to access online content. This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, smartphones, wireless headphones, smartwatches, laptops, tablets, iPads, and portable music or entertainment systems.

  Policy Overview:

  Students are not permitted to use or access their personal internet-enabled electronic devices from the moment they enter the school building, at 8:00am, until the last class of the day ends, at 2:20pm, from bell to bell, including during breakfast, lunch, and recess. Additionally, students are not permitted to use their cellphones or other electronic devices in the bathroom at any time. During the school day, students may use school-issued or NYCPS-issued devices for educational purposes as directed by staff.

   

  If a child is picked up late, they cannot use their device while waiting for their parent or guardian. If a student attends the DYCD after-school or a PS 64Q after school program, their device must remain off and locked in the designated pouch for the duration of the program.

   

  1. COLLECTION/STORAGE

  ➔ Upon arrival, students must power off their devices.

  ◆ Students will place their devices in a Faraday pouch and secure it in the presence of school staff.

  ◆ Students will store their locked pouches in their backpacks for the day.

  ◆ At the end of the school day (2:15pm), students will unlock their pouches in their classroom.

  ◆ Students with approved early dismissal will be able to unlock their pouch in the main office.

   

  2. EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS

  ➔ In case of emergency or urgent circumstances, parents or guardians can call the main office at

  718-845-8290, to reach their child.

  ➔ In case of emergency or urgent circumstances, students may access phones in the main office to reach their parents or guardians.

  ➔ In case of emergency or urgent circumstances, the school will use Class DOJO and NYC Public Schools DOE Messaging System to communicate information to parents or guardians. To receive automated messages from the school, parents and guardians must have a NYC Schools Account.

  ◆ To create an account, visit https://schoolsaccount.nyc and click on the “Create Account” link

  on the login page. You will need a creation code, which can be obtained from the Parent

  Coordinator, Jeiry Reyes.

  
  
  

  3. EXCEPTIONS

  ➔ Students are allowed to use their device if they have an individualized education program (IEP) or 504 Plan that includes use of an internet-enabled device and do not have a DOE-issued device for such purpose.

  ➔ Parents/guardians must contact Elizabeth Mitchell, Principal, at 718-845-8290, if a student

  requires an exception for reasons such as: medical monitoring/treatment (for example, to monitor blood sugar or other similar circumstances).

  ➔ Exceptions will be processed and approved within five business days.

   

  4. DISCIPLINE

  ➔ Use of personal electronic devices in violation of this school policy, the NYCPS Discipline Code,

  Chancellor’s Regulation A-413, and/or the NYCPS Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy will have their devices confiscated and held by an administrator. Confiscated devices will only be returned to the student’s parent or guardian. Students will be subject to progressive discipline, meaning that consequences will increase in severity based on the nature and frequency of the violation.

   

  5. OTHER: If lost or stolen devices and storage devices

  ➔ The school is not responsible for any damaged, lost, or stolen electronic devices.

  ➔ In the unlikely event that an electronic device is stolen or damaged at school, parents can submit a claim to the Comptroller’s Office. More information on submitting a claim is available on the

  Comptroller’s webpage.

  ➔Families will incur a replacement fee for lost or damaged storage devices in the amount of $5.00.

  
  
  

  Please note this Cellphone and Electronic Device policy is available on the school website http://www.ps64q.org/ and will be shared with all families and staff at the start of the school year.

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• Kindergarten Orientation

  Our Kindergarten Orientation is just around the corner (August 26th-28th), and we can't wait to welcome our newest little leaders and their families! ✨ YOU ONLY NEED TO ATTEND ONE DAY!

  Join us from 9:00-10:30am for a fun-filled morning where you'll:
  🏫 Explore our amazing school
  📝 Receive your child's class details and more.......

  Ready to start this incredible journey? 🌈 Register now at:
  https://forms.gle/QburFsqqEfwYM9f46

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• NYC Department Of Education School Year Calendar 2025-2026

  This is the 2025–26 school year calendar for all 3K–12 NYCDOE public schools. If your child attends a private, parochial, charter school, NYC Early Education Center (NYCEEC) or Family Childcare Program, please contact
  your child’s school for information about their calendar. Please note the following:

  • On days when school buildings are closed due to inclement weather or other emergencies, all students and families should plan on participating in remote learning.

  • Individual schools’ Parent-Teacher Conference dates might be different from the dates below. Your child’s teacher will work with you to schedule your conference.

  • On this schedule, elementary schools are defined as programs that serve kindergarten (K) through grade 8, including schools with 3-K and Pre-K programs, as well as those that end in grade 5. Middle schools
  are defined as programs that serve grades 6–8, and high schools are defined as programs that serve grades 9–12.

  September 4-First day of school
  September 17-Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for elementary schools and Pre-K Centers
  September 18-Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for middle schools and D75 schools
  September 23–24–Rosh Hashanah, schools closed
  September 25-Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for high schools, K–12, and 6–12 schools
  October 2-Yom Kippur, schools closed
  October 13-Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples' Day, schools closed
  October 20-Diwali, schools closed
  November 4-Election Day; students do not attend school
  November 6-Afternoon and Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for elementary schools; students in these schools dismissed three hours early
  November 11-Veterans Day, schools closed
  November 13-Afternoon and Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for middle schools and D75; students in these schools dismissed three hours early
  November 20-Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for high schools, K–12 and 6–12 schools
  November 21- Afternoon Parent-Teacher Conferences for high schools, K–12 and 6–12 schools; students in these schools dismissed three hours early
  November 27–28 -Thanksgiving Recess, schools closed

  December 24–January 2-Winter Recess, schools closed
  January 19-Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, schools closed
  January TBD TBD Regents Administration
  January TBD TBD Professional Development Day for high schools and 6–12 schools; students in these schools do not attend
  January TBD TBD Spring Semester begins
  February 16–20/Midwinter Recess, schools closed
  March 5-Afternoon and Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for elementary schools and Pre-K Centers; students in these schools dismissed three hours early
  March 12-Afternoon and Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for middle schools and D75 schools; students in these schools dismissed three hours early
  March 18-Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for high schools, K–12 and 6–12 schools
  March 19-Afternoon Parent-Teacher Conferences for high schools, K–12 and 6–12 schools; students in these schools dismissed three hours early
  March 20-Eid al-Fitr, schools closed
  April 2–10 /Spring Recess, schools closed
  May 7-Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for elementary schools and Pre-K Centers
  May 14-Parent-Teacher Conferences for middle schools and D75 schools
  May 21-Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for high schools, K–12, and 6–12 schools
  May 25 -Memorial Day, schools closed
  May 27-Eid al-Adha, schools closed
  June 4 -Anniversary Day/Chancellor's Conference Day for staff development; students do not attend
  June 5-Clerical Day for elementary schools, middle schools, K– 12 schools, and standalone D75 programs; students in these schools do not attend
  June TBD TBD Regents Administration
  June 19 - Juneteenth, schools closed
  June 26-Last day of school for students

  • school-year-2025-26-calendare4f5607e650341dda5beb3689e95b59c.pdf

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• School Supply Lists- 2025-2026 School Year

  School Supply Lists- 2025-2026 School Year

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• Intent to Move Request

  If you are planning to move and your child will go to a different school in September 2025-2026, please fill out this form. You can also fill out the attached form an email it to Ms. Reyes at jreyes223@schools.nyc.gov

  • Intent To Move Form.pdf

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• Registration- 2025-26 School Year (August 25th-August 28th)

  Registration for September 2025 will be held from August 25th -August 28th By appointment only!

  Click here to make an appointment.

  *Please be advised that your child must be present at the time of registration.

  Be sure to bring the following documents with you.

  • Offer Letter
  • Childs Birth Certificate or Passport (original)
  • Childs Immunization Record
  • 2 Proofs of Address (original)- List of approved documents can be found on our website.

  *Parent/Guardian must be present and show identification.

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• P.S. 64Q Uniform Policy

  Dear Parents and Guardians,

  The parents of P.S. 64 have voted to adopt a mandatory uniform policy in our school. Students attending P.S. 64 are expected to comply with this policy by wearing a school uniform every day. 

  We are striving for 100% school uniform dress each day.

  ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR SCHOOL UNIFORMS EVERY DAY. -NAVY BLUE TOP- -KHAKI BOTTOMS-

  • If your child is participating in school spirit day, they should wear what is designated on those days.
  • If they are not participating in school spirit day, they should wear their uniforms.

  Parents may purchase the school uniform from any children's clothing department store. Should you have any questions regarding our mandatory uniform policy, please contact Ms. Reyes, Parent Coordinator at 718-845-8290 extension 2111 or email: Jreyes223@schools.nyc.gov

  Thank you for your cooperation and continued support.

  Elizabeth Mitchell, Principal

   

  P.S. 64 Q -The Joseph P. Addabbo School