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P.S. 64 Q -The Joseph P. Addabbo School
Fall Festival Flyer
Dear Families of P.S. 64Q,

We are thrilled to announce our 4th Annual Fall Family Festival and Community Resource Fair, taking place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in our school yard. We warmly invite all families from our school community to join us for a day filled with enjoyable activities, treats, and valuable community resources. Admission and certain activities will be complimentary for all families. This event also aims to raise funds for our school, so we will offer additional paid activities and food for purchase.

We are in need of volunteers to help set up on Friday, October 24, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., and on October 25 during the event for henna, face paint, concession sales, and games. Your support is greatly appreciated and essential for the success of our event.

*Price List:**

Pumpkin Patch: $6.00 per child

Concession Stand: All items starting at $1.00

Face Paint: $3.00

Henna: $3.00

We eagerly anticipate a fun-filled day with each of you!

ALL children MUST be accompanied by and adult at all times.

This event will adhere to current safety guidelines!
P.S. 64 Q -The Joseph P. Addabbo School
CBT Family Letter 2025-2026

Dear Parent/Guardian,

Each spring, students take the English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics tests in grades 3-8 and the Science tests in grades 5 and 8. These tests are used to measure how well students perform on
New York’s Next Generation Learning Standards. Over the past few years, schools across New York City have begun to administer these state tests
on a computer. All Grade 3, 4 and 5 students will take the New York State ELA, Math and Science exams on a computer.

Please note the following:

● Practice: Before the test is given, your child will have a chance to practice taking the test on a computer while in school. This will help your child become familiar with the online
testing format. You and your child can review and practice using the online Question Sampler (https://ny.nextera.questarai.com/tds/#practice)

● Testing schedule: Your child will have as much time as your child needs, within the limit of the school day, to complete the test.

Assessment Content Area Grades Administration Date(s)

New York State Test ELA 3 and 5 4/21/26 and 4/22/26
New York State Test ELA 4 4/23/26 and 4/24/26
New York State Test Math 3 and 5 4/28/26 and 4/29/26
New York State Test Math 4 4/30/26 and 5/1/26
New York State Test Science 5 May 12, 2026

● Accommodations: All students who receive testing accommodations for New York State tests will receive accommodations for the test consistent with their 504 Plan or
Individualized Education Program (IEP).

If you would like to learn more about the New York State 3-8 tests and the move to computer-based testing, see this New York State Education Department web site
(https://www.nysed.gov/state-assessment/parent-resources).http://bit.ly/NYSEDCBT If you have questions on the computer-based tests, or about your child’s participation, please
contact Ms. Certina Robinson, Assistant Principal or Dawn Nieves, Testing Coordinator.

Regards,
Elizabeth Mitchell
Principal
- CBT Family Letter 2025-2026.pdf
P.S. 64 Q -The Joseph P. Addabbo School

Back to School Night

PS 64Q “Back To School” PTC

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Zoom Links

4:30pm-5:30pm

Ms. Mitchell

https://zoom.us/j/97869047728?pwd=cR1hnv7bRXurAKfziiaBzk181Lro3Y.1

Early Childhood
Class Section:	Teacher:	Zoom Link:
3K-157	Dunlop	Topic: Mrs. Dunlop 3K Meet the Teacher Time: Sep 17, 2025 05:30 PM Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/96405148091?pwd=VFsjw8tdiPdjq172cRYqHYb7wvUVBk.1 Meeting ID: 964 0514 8091 Passcode: 162385
Pre K-158	Prenner	Topic: Pre-K with Mrs. Prenner Time: Sep 17, 2025 04:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/95086899807?pwd=GJtRUv6UqTIP4hIb4p7yByqh9bDLAD.1 Meeting ID: 950 8689 9807 Passcode: 718424

Class Section:	Teacher:
011	Skelly/Garvey	PTC: September 14, 2025 4:30pm - 7:30pm https://zoom.us/j/98778584868?pwd=AX2rskcQz0p7R2ndytcaFa4bTPQW0H.1 Meeting ID: 987 7858 4868 Passcode: 788955
012	Romano	Topic: Meet the Teacher Time: Sep 17, 2025 04:30 PM Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/95078919047?pwd=bTRAi47vU0bly1IsXbD0i4IFPyfwar.1 Meeting ID: 950 7891 9047 Passcode: 325922
013	Casimir	Topic: Ms. Casimir Back to School Night- Class 013 Zoom Meeting Time: Sep 17, 2025 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/99804090986?pwd=V8FetNXpazYLBghqpUpCOrpLZ6xw8p.1 Meeting ID: 998 0409 0986 Passcode: 301048
First Grade
Class Section:	Teacher:	Zoom Link:
101	Guzzo/Capritto-Scopo	Topic: Mrs. Scopo and Ms.Guzzo Back to School Night https://zoom.us/j/95151972045?pwd=Ro5MpASKneaBDTcae88Rkn35wAlREa.1 Meeting ID: 951 5197 2045 Passcode: 737727
102	Ramos	https://zoom.us/j/95778241648?pwd=7kSONaYqTcofojKrzMIWSeMhtadLF6.1 Meeting ID: 957 7824 1648 Passcode: 523790
103	Isgro	Topic: Ms. Isgro's Zoom Meeting Time: Sep 17, 2025 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/94716260475?pwd=IdTAQlecKnn2oyn2UD30d128gKVyHt.1 Meeting ID: 947 1626 0475 Passcode: 812244
104	Vyas	104- Back to School Night Virtual Link Topic: Arati Vyas' Zoom Meeting Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/94252150713?pwd=KOLpD3zqb9fav16KjzjpWrca93xE7c.1 Meeting ID: 942 5215 0713 Passcode: 904676
Second Grade
Class Section:	Teacher:	Zoom Link:
201	Singh/Greenberg	Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/96429271577?pwd=rnfAAmRrfygYyTMosesdueYbVKoVVe.1 Meeting ID: 964 2927 1577 Passcode: 083528
202	Gioello	https://zoom.us/j/98103084986?pwd=cFLR1pA1L7hbwDVacduYdww03L6sdW.1 Meeting ID: 981 0308 4986 Passcode: 1xUSGn
203	Greenwood	Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/97325954984?pwd=C9AnCHbfszr7Mn5wjbH3PRqBTayNkZ.1 Meeting ID: 973 2595 4984 Passcode: 123456
Third Grade
Class Section:	Teacher:	Zoom Link:
301	Geyer/Paruolo	Class 301 Back to School Night https://zoom.us/j/91246274424?pwd=YV3i4braVb4bNsTbhjPo7bqJenHAFM.1 Meeting ID: 912 4627 4424 Passcode: 046041
302	Beck
303	DeJesus	Topic: Ms. DeJesus' Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78416308011?pwd=NiCdD1GkYSQfzzA9mkLbf756ciXnSw.1 Meeting ID: 784 1630 8011 Passcode: 2pqNmL
304	Vives	Class 2/3-304 Meet the Teacher Link Meeting ID: 931 5172 9854 Passcode: 826885
Fourth Grade
Class Section:	Teacher:	Zoom Link:
401	Santana/Saviano	Class 401 - Meet the teacher Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/95856009316?pwd=aJQQf1hqpmV0KKZt29lcRxEPS4fpkC.1 Meeting ID: 958 5600 9316 Passcode: 141587
402	Collica	Class 402 Meet the Teacher Zoom Link
403	Komlo	Class 403- Meet the Teacher Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/99081275483?pwd=hOys5vCdnT9vDga2bZvKkDvGEzgRA0.1 Meeting ID: 990 8127 5483 Passcode: 234377
404	Ferguson-Barrett	Class 404/504 Back To School Night https://zoom.us/j/93934477715?pwd=angRVc14DiD7eHQjkmNku8igCU0V9D.1 Meeting ID: 939 3447 7715 Passcode: 195466
Fifth Grade
Class Section:	Teacher:	Zoom Link:
501	Thibault
502	Romeo	Class 502 Back to School Night Join the Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/96518397809?pwd=eRa01i8CWTCCJ3weG4dOh26TS9bnSH.1 Meeting ID: 965 1839 7809 Passcode: 197576
Enrichment Clusters:		Zoom Link:
Physical Education	Mrs. Lee Mr. Sander Mrs. Schmid	https://zoom.us/j/99625698455?pwd=Kywu4cu0XDV6jZqo0Ieo5LtbCT4cOA.1
STEAM	Ms. Sheahan	Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/94462897110?pwd=tGUgoU5qqsUMtkaM3GzPV8b4COFJRX.1
Leader in Me	Richardson	Topic: Kimberly Richardson LEADER IN ME ZOOM SESSION Time: Sep 17, 2025 04:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/94145927526?pwd=poa55mkIneuEP5ybgURDtn68ZIIzFk.1 Meeting ID: 941 4592 7526 Passcode: 468194
Other Service Providers:		Zoom Link:
K-5 English as a New Language (ENL)	Keller Guadagnino Nicola	Keller & Nicola Parent Orientation/Meet the Teacher Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/95699919290?pwd=jmL3Weia2r33KPA2aOBc2qz9uRc5U2.1 Meeting ID: 956 9991 9290 Passcode: 355644
School Counselor	Appiah	https://zoom.us/j/95607704028?pwd=bmGDVasDX0Z1Pq46fJUCRljhW5BCpA.1 Meeting ID: 956 0770 4028 Passcode: 358357
Occupational Therapy	Calderon
Physical Therapy	Santos
SETSS	Nieves	PTC #1 Back to School Night - Nieves Meeting ID: 973 0804 7672 Passcode: 988637 https://zoom.us/j/97308047672?pwd=JVASs4jUceMpd9badHXI3G7TjN1D4Y.1
Speech	DelGaudio Kammerer	https://zoom.us/j/95909922751?pwd=EgoRzELRSRbaclTqTKQH99WNsFOGHF.1
Other school support teams:
Magnet Team	Alvarez/Silverstein	Magnet Team Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/92636922016?pwd=fnkLznu3uWQEzOqvsTEbbiaKS2Yk5p.1 Meeting ID: 926 3692 2016 Passcode: 160969

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
P.S. 64 Q -The Joseph P. Addabbo School
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
P.S. 64 Q -The Joseph P. Addabbo School
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
P.S. 64 Q -The Joseph P. Addabbo School
School Supply Lists- 2025-2026 School Year

School Supply Lists- 2025-2026 School Year
P.S. 64 Q -The Joseph P. Addabbo School
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
P.S. 64 Q -The Joseph P. Addabbo School