September 9, 2015

Dear Public School 139 Families:

It is with great respect that I introduce myself to you as the new Interim Acting Principal of

Public School 139Q. It has been a pleasure and honor to join this warm, vibrant and caring

school community. I have spent the past fifteen years serving students in the NYC Department

of Education in various capacities. I was a general education classroom teacher for five years

and a teacher in the Gifted and Talented program for four years. Prior to being selected as

Interim Acting Principal of P.S. 139Q, I was an Assistant Principal for six years.

Over the course of my tenure in the NYC Department of Education, I developed strong

instructional practices in literacy, mathematics, and instructional technology. As an Assistant

Principal, I utilized data on a daily basis to help improve the quality of instruction students

received. As an Assistant Principal, I was able to impact student achievement by building strong

relationships with parents, community based organizations, staff, and students.

I am excited to have this opportunity to work with you as a partner in education to ensure your

child reaches their full potential. I am deeply committed to continuing the history of academic

and cultural excellence that is the result of a collegial partnership between the school staff and

parents. I look forward to collaborating with you, and the dedicated staff of P.S. 139, to continue

to provide a diversity of experiences for our students. Collaboratively we will work to help all

students meet the rigorous expectations of the NYS Common Core Learning Standards and

increase student achievement.

Sincerely,

Natalie L. Perez-Hernandez

Principal, I.A.

Public School 139Q - The Rego Park School

93-06 63rd

Drive, Rego Park, New York, 11374 (718) 459-1044 Fax (718) 997-8639

Natalie L. Perez-Hernandez, Principal I.A. Stephanie Lazarus, Assistant Principal

http://schools.nyc.gov/

09 de septiembre 2015

Queridos Padres de Familia PS 139:

Con gran respeto me presento a ustedes como la nueva directora provisional de la Escuela

Pública 139Q. Es un placer y un honor formar parte de esta comunidad vibrante y amable. Mis

últimos 15 años he prestado mis servicios como educadora en el departemento de educación en

diferentes posiciones. Fui profesora durante cinco años y profesora en el programa de Dotados

y Talentosos durante cuatro años. Antes de ser seleccionada como Directora Provicional de la

Escuela Pública 139Q, yo fui Directora Asistente durante seis años.

A lo largo de mi gestión en el Departamento de Education de la Ciudad de Nueva York, he

desarrollado fuertes prácticas de instrucción en material de lectura, matemáticas y tecnología.

Como Directora Asistente, utilicé los datos en una base diaria para ayudar a mejorar la calidad de

la enseñanza que reciben los estudiantes. También tuve la oportunidad de impactar el logro de

los estudiantes mediante la construcción de relaciones sólidas con los padres, comunidad

basada en organizaciones, educadores y los estudiantes.

Estoy muy emocionada de tener esta oportunidad de trabajar con ustedes conjuntamente en la

educación de sus hijos, para asegurar que ellos alcancen su máximo potencial. Estoy

profundamente comprometida con la continuación de la historia académica y cultural, la cual es

el resultado del trabajo profesional del grupo de educadores y padres de familia. El personal de

la escuela y yo esperamos colaborar con ustedes y continuar brindando diversidad de

experiencias a nuestros estudiantes. Juntos vamos a trabajar para ayudar a todos los estudiantes a

alcanzar las expectaciones rigorosas de “NYS Common Core Learning Standards” y aumentar el

rendimiento de los estudiantes.

Atentamente,

Natalie L. Perez-Hernandez

Directora, I.A.

Public School 139Q - The Rego Park School

93-06 63rd

Drive, Rego Park, New York, 11374 (718) 459-1044 Fax (718) 997-8639

Natalie L. Perez-Hernandez, Principal I.A. Stephanie Lazarus, Assistant Principal

http://schools.nyc.gov/

Public School 139Q 2015-2016 School Year Calendar

DAY & DATE HOLIDAYS, HALF-DAYS, CONFERENCES, SCHOOL CLOSED

Wednesday, September 9, 2015 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL (Early Dismissal for Kindergarten Students Only - 12:50 p.m.)

Thursday, September 10, 2015 First Full Day of School for Kindergarten Students

Monday, September 14, 2015 and Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Rosh Hashanah (schools closed)

Thursday, September 17, 2015 Meet the Staff at 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Monday, September 21, 2015 Parents Association Meeting at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, September 23, 2015 Yom Kippur (schools closed)

Thursday, September 24,2015 Eid Al-Adha (schools closed)

Monday, October 12, 2015 Columbus Day (schools closed)l

Tuesday, November 3, 2015 Election Day (schools closed for students) (Chancellor’s Conference Day for staff development))

Thursday, November 5, 2015 Parent-Teacher Conferences – Afternoon and Evening (* Half-Day for students)

Wednesday, November 11, 2015 Veteran’s Day observed (schools closed)

Monday, November 16 through Friday, November 20, 2015

Open School Week – Parent Event

Thursday, November 26, 2015 and Friday, November 27, 2015

Thanksgiving Recess (schools closed)

Thursday, December 24, 2015 through Friday, January 1, 2016

Winter Recess (including Christmas and New Year’s Day) (schools closed)

Monday, January 18, 2016 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (schools closed)

Monday, February 8, 2016 Lunar New Year (schools closed)

Monday, February 15, 2016 through Friday, February 19, 2016

Midwinter Recess (schools closed) (including Washington’s Birthday and Lincoln’s Birthday observed)

Thursday, March 3, 2016 Parent-Teacher Conferences – Afternoon and Evening (* Half-Day for students)

Friday, March 25, 2016 Good Friday (schools closed)

Monday, April 25, 2016 through Friday, April 29, 2016

Spring Recess (including Passover - schools closed)

Thursday, May 12, 2016 Parent/Teacher Event at 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Monday, May 30, 2016 Memorial Day Observed (schools closed)

Thursday, June 9, 2016 Anniversary Day (schools closed for students) (Chancellor’s Conference Day for staff development)

Tuesday, June 14, 2016 Clerical Day (Schools closed for students)

Tuesday, June 28, 2016 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL (*Half-Day for Students)

SCHOOL HOURS

Grade Morning Entry Time In Afternoon Dismissal Time Out Kindergarten Booth Street Ramp 7:50 a.m. Booth Street Ramp 2:10 p.m.

Grade 1 Booth Street Ramp 7:50 a.m. Lower School Yard 2:15 p.m.

Grades 2 & 4 Wetherole Street 7:50 a.m. 63rd Drive & Wetherole Street 2:20 p.m.

Grades 3 & 5 Wetherole Street 7:50 a.m. 63rd Drive & Booth Street 2:20 p.m.

Breakfast begins at 7:30 a.m. School begins at 8:00 a.m.

All STUDENTS MUST BE PICKED UP ON TIME AT THEIR DISMISSAL EXITS. Attendance is critical to your child’s success; please plan your vacations to correspond to the School Year Calendar.

Our students will be College and Career Ready!

Public School 139Q 93-06 63rd Drive

Rego Park, NY 11374 (718) 459-1044 (718) 997-8639 Fax

Natalie Perez-Hernandez Stephanie Lazarus Principal IA Assistant Principal

From the desk of… Nina Lipton, Parent Coordinator

Cell Phone: 347-563-4461 E-mail: nlipton@schools.nyc.gov

June 2015 Dear Incoming Kindergarten Family, Welcome to all of you who are new to our school. My name is Nina Lipton, and I am the Parent Coordinator for P.S. 139Q. My role is to support and involve you, the parent community, in your child’s education. I am here to answer your questions and assist you with school matters. In September I will be sending you important information regarding ways we can build a strong partnership between your home, your school, and your community. During the upcoming summer months, I will be providing you with information about events in our community, and throughout our wonderful city. My only means of communicating with you during the summer months is via cell phone or e-mail. You can contact me by leaving a voice mail at 347-563-4461, or by e-mailing me at: nlipton@schools.nyc.gov. At the bottom of this letter there is a tear-off to join our school’s e-mail group. I urge you to complete the form and return it to me today, or e-mail me directly with the information requested on the tear-off. Many important notices about events taking place here at P.S. 139Q during the school year are sent via e-mail (and by flyers in your child’s backpack). Any questions or concerns you have can be addressed quickly using this means of communication. Please take the time to complete the tear-off and return it to school as soon as possible. I look forward to the exciting school year ahead and to our partnership in education. I’ll see you in September and will communicate with you via e-mail throughout the summer. Have a safe and fun-filled summer with your family. Sincerely,

Nina Lipton

Parent Coordinator ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Return to: Nina Lipton, Parent Coordinator E-mail Group

***Please Print Clearly***

Child’s Name _________________________ Parent’s Name _____________________________ Phone: (Home) (__ __ __) __ __ __ - __ __ __ __ (Cell) (__ __ __) __ __ __ - __ __ __ __ E-mail Address: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ @ __ __ __ __ __ __ __

Please share my e-mail address with the Parents’ Association

mailto:nlipton@schools.nyc.govmailto:nlipton@schools.nyc.gov

What to Expect and When to Expect It

Every Week at P.S. 139

Fruitalicious Friday

Parent Engagement Tuesdays

Problem Solving Friday

Every Month at P.S. 139

Meetings & Events

Coffee and Conversation

Parents’ Association

LAP

PBIS

Safety

School Leadership Team

School Spirit Days

School Wellness Committee

Student of the Month Assemblies

Other Locations

CEC (at D28 – Sutphin Blvd.)

CCSE (Location advised monthly)

PEP (Locations advised monthly)

President’s Council (D28-Sutphin Blvd.)

Workshops

Collaborative Book Club

CookShop for Families

What’s on Your Plate

Workshops and Events are always added…

What to Expect and When to Expect It

NOVEMBER

City Harvest Food Drive

Thanksgiving Craft Family Workshop

Open School Week

Parent/Teacher Conferences

Report Cards

Thanksgiving Recess

SEPTEMBER

Meet the Staff …

Dads Take Your Child to School

OCTOBER

NYS ELA and NYS Math Parent Workshops

FOSS Science Parent Workshop

Living a Writer’s Life Parent Workshop

Middle School Choice Parent Workshop

Mask Making Family Workshop

Character/Halloween Parade

Parents Association Halloween Party

DECEMBER

Scholastic Book Fair

Holiday Craft Family Workshop

Holiday Concert

Science Fair Parent Workshop

Winter Recess

What to Expect and When to Expect It

JANUARY

AIS BEGINS

Kindergarten Online Admission Period for

children born in 2011

Report Cards

Title III ESL Parent Workshop

FEBRUARY

Family Science Night

Lunar New Year Craft Workshop

Lunar New Year Parade

Midwinter Recess

MARCH

Biography Day (grade 2)

Parent Teacher Conferences

Report Cards

School Surveys

APRIL

NYS ELA Test

NYS Math Test

NYSESLAT (Speaking)

Parents Association Spring Family Dance

Spring Recess

What to Expect and When to Expect It

MAY

City Harvest Food Drive

P.S 139 On the Move Family Fitness Event

Health Parent Workshop

International Festival

NYSESLAT (Speaking continues)

NYSESLAT (Listening, Reading, Writing)

NYS Science Performance Test

Parent - Teacher Conferences

JUNE

Field Day (all Grades)

Grade 5 Graduation

Jump/Jog-A-Thon

Kindergarten Moving Up Ceremony

Kindergarten Orientation

NYS Science Written Test

Parents Association & SLT Elections

Report Cards

Senior Trip & Dance

P.S. 139Q

93-06 63rd Drive

Rego Park, New York 11374

(718) 459-1044 FAX (718) 997-8639

Natalie Perez-Hernandez Stephanie Lazarus

Principal I.A. Assistant Principal

The Chancellor’s Regulation A-413 permits school-based policies on the

use of electronic devices by students.

Student Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices Policy April 2015

In order to ensure a safe environment, enabling communications between children and their

families, before and after school, cell phones may be brought to school. Cell phones and

electronics are to be turned off, and not to be used during the school day. This includes (but not

limited to) locations such as outdoor lineup, cafeteria, classrooms, bathrooms, gym, hallways,

stairwells, and play yards; as well as during meal service (breakfast and lunch), after school

programs, field trips and on all school buses.

During Test Administration

During test administration, students are not permitted to bring electronics. In 2012, the New

York State Education Department established a policy prohibiting cell phones and other

electronic devices. On assessment days, students will be asked to turn over any electronic device

at the start of the school day. Administration will collect, label and store said items until the end

of the day. If any student is found to be in possession of these electronic devices, after this

collection, their tests may be invalidated.

Confiscation

If a student uses an electronic device in violation of school policy, or in a manner that causes

disruption to instruction or school activities or programs, staff should direct the student to

comply with school rules, and notify administration. Levels of response may include – directive

to put the device away, if seen and not used; to confiscation of the device and returned at the end

of the day; to confiscation of the device to be picked up by parent. Where applicable, measures

will be implemented in a progressive fashion. Subsequent confiscations may result in revocation

of privilege of bringing devices to school.

Use of Electronics

Scholars who use cell phones, computing devices, and/or portable music and entertainment

system in violation of any provision of the DOE’s Discipline Code, the school’s policy,

Chancellor Regulation A-413, and/or the DOE’s Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy will

be subject to discipline in accordance with the guidance interventions and disciplinary responses

set forth in the Discipline Code.

Class Parent – Class List – Translation Bank Dear Parent/Guardian,

I would like to invite you to be part of the Class List for your child’s class. The list is useful to parents and students who may need homework assignments, information on projects, and to contact friends to plan play dates. This list will only be distributed to the students who have completed and returned the Class List form below. If you would like to be included on the Class List, please complete the form below and return it to school by Friday, September 12, 2014. You do not have to place your name on this list. You do not have to complete all of the personal information on the form – only the information that you are comfortable sharing. Your child’s teacher will distribute the list as soon as it has been completed by one of the Class Parents. We are looking for Class Parents to help reinforce the home – school connection. The Class Parent is a parent who will act as a liaison between the teacher and other parents in your child’s class. There can be more than one Class Parent in each class. (Guidelines are on the back of this letter) This year we would like to continue our Translation Bank - a Resource for parents who do not speak English as a first language. If you speak another language and would be willing to help another parent with their translation needs from time-to-time, please check the appropriate box below. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at the phone number or e-mail address below. Thank you in advance for your support of these projects. I look forward to meeting with you during the year as we support your child’s scholastic and social development. Sincerely,

Nina Lipton/Parent Coordinator Cell Phone: 347-563-4461 E-mail: nlipton@schools.nyc.gov ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Attention: Nina Lipton, PC ** Please Print Clearly** Class List Information/Class Parent/Translation

Date: Child’s Class:_______________

Yes, please include my child on the Class List No; do not include my child on the Class List Child’s Name: _______________________________________ Parent’s Name___________________________________

Yes, I would like to be a Class Parent for my child’s class (I have read the Guidelines on the back)

Yes, I have a computer and I am able to assist in typing the Class List. Yes, I am willing to assist parents with Translation Needs. Language(s) (other than English) Spoken: _________________ Language(s) (other than English) Written: _____________

Phone: (Home) (__ __ __) __ __ __ - __ __ __ __ (Cell) (__ __ __) __ __ __ - __ __ __ __

E-mail Address: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ @ __ __ __ __ __ __ __

Public School 139Q - The Rego Park School

93-06 63rd

Drive, Rego Park, New York, 11374 (718) 459-1044 Fax (718) 997-8639

Natalie L. Perez-Hernandez, Principal I.A. Stephanie Lazarus, Assistant Principal

http://schools.nyc.gov/

Class Parent Guidelines

Class List: This is one of the most important responsibilities of the class parents. Prepare or find another parent to prepare the Class List (create and distribute – a sample will be provided). Inclusion on the list is voluntary and the list will only be distributed to those participating. A class list is useful for a variety of reasons, i.e. homework assignments, play dates, etc.

Class Liaison: Class Parents act as liaisons between the Parents’ Association and the parents in your individual classes. You can provide information to those parents who are unable to attend meetings but who want to know what is happening in the classroom.

Class Events: The Class Parent will work with the teacher to coordinate special events in and out of the classroom, i.e. celebrations, parties, trips.

Recruiting Volunteers: This is actually the most important responsibility – Volunteers make a school successful. The Class Parents are needed to help recruit volunteers, and to let the volunteers know how important it is to participate in various school events. The Class Parents help to identify the parents in each child’s class who would be willing to help, but aren’t always sure how to get involved. The more parents we have volunteering, the more successful our partnership and events will be. All parents are automatically members of the Parents’ Association so the Class Parents are serving as extensions of the P.A. You are their quiet voice!

Translation Bank: We have a very diverse population at P.S. 139 that speak many languages. We welcome the parents who will be willing to translate during special events (Meetings, Parent/Teacher Conferences) and to explain to other parents in their language what is being done in the classrooms and to help explain any questions they might have about homework or special events.

We welcome your ideas and will provide all the support and samples of documents that will help you as Class Parents get organized. There can be more than one Class Parent in each class – so there is a lot you can do. You can be a working parent and still be a Class Parent! Let’s strengthen the Home-School Partnership! We’re looking forward to a great year!

Nina Lipton/Parent Coordinator: Email: nlipton@schools.nyc.gov or phone: 347-563-4461

mailto:nlipton@schools.nyc.gov

Office of Communications and Media Relations

52 Chambers Street, New York, NY 10007 Tel: 212.374.5141 Fax: 212.374.5584

CONSENT TO PHOTOGRAPH, FILM, OR VIDEOTAPE A STUDENT FOR NON-PROFIT USE (e.g. educational, public service, or health awareness purposes)

Student Name: _________________________ School: _________________________

I hereby consent to the participation in interviews, the use of quotes, and the taking of photographs, movies or video tapes

of the Student named above by .

I also grant to the right to edit, use, and reuse said products for non-

profit purposes including use in print, on the internet, and all other forms of media. I also hereby release the New York

City Department of Education and its agents and employees from all claims, demands, and liabilities whatsoever in

connection with the above.

Signature of Parent/Guardian (if Student is under 18): _____________________________ Date: _______________

Address of Parent/Guardian: ________________________________________________________________________

OR

Signature of Student (if 18 or over): ____________________________________ Date: __________________

Address of Student: __________________________________________________________________________

P.S. 139Q

School Year 2015-2016

Parents’ Association Executive Board Members

Erica Camarano and Surbhie Chabra Co-Presidents

Kristin Castillo

Mercedes Cobo Kerry Murray

Co-Vice Presidents

Matthew Fisher Treasurer

Erin Clancy-Balsamo Recording Secretary

Shira Tverski

Corresponding Secretary

Public School 139Q 93-06 63rd Drive

Rego Park, New York 11374 (718) 459-1044 (718) 997-8639 Fax

Natalie Perez-Hernandez Stephanie Lazarus Principal IA Assistant Principal

September 9, 2015 RE: Procedures on Days with Citywide Emergency Conditions or on Major Storm Days Dear Parent/Guardian: This letter explains the procedures we follow on a day with citywide emergency conditions or a major storm day. The Chancellor will make an announcement to all public schools in the city on whether to close schools or delay their opening. This announcement is made in consultation with other City officials. All authorized delayed openings will result in the regular starting time being two hours later (Please note that, in addition to this two hour delay, all tutoring or test preparation programs will be cancelled, as well as all field trips, all adult and continuing education activities, and all after-school activities – see below.) By 6:00 a.m., the decision is announced on the 311 Information Line and will be posted on the Department of Education website Home Page http://schools.nyc.gov, in addition to DOE social media outlets https://twitter.com/nycschools and https://facebook.com/NYCschools or sign up for text updates Text “nycschools” to 877-877. It will also be announced on the following radio stations in the city: WINS (1010 AM), WCBS (880 AM), WABC (770 AM), WLIB (1190 AM), WADO (1280 AM), WBLS (107.5 FM), WNYE (91.5 FM), as well as the following television stations: WCBS (Channel 2), WNBC (Channel 4), WNYW (Fox Channel 5), WABC (Channel 7), Univision Channel 41, and "NY 1" (Channel 1 on Time Warner Cable television). Major radio news stations, such as WINS (1010 AM) and WCBS (880 AM), should be listened to on portable radios in the event of a major blackout. The school telephone number is: 718-459-1044. Our Parent Coordinator: Nina Lipton can be reached at: 347-563-4461.

The regular school hours are: 8:00 a.m. – 2:20 p.m.

If there is an authorized delayed school opening the school hours will be: 10:00 a.m. – 2:20 p.m. When there is an authorized citywide school closing or delayed school opening, the following will be cancelled unless the Chancellor makes an announcement to the contrary: all field trips, tutoring or test preparation at the start or at the end of the regular school day, all after-school programs (including Community-Based Organization after-school programs on public school sites), all after-school program transportation (including transportation to after-school programs at Community-Based Organization sites), all Adult and Continuing Education classes, all Young Adult Borough Centers, and all evening GED programs. When there is an authorized citywide delayed school opening, school buses will run, but their arrival times will be delayed by two hours. Morning prekindergarten programs within public schools will also be cancelled. It is expected that when there is a delayed opening, all end of day extra sessions will be cancelled. As a result, all students will be dismissed at the regular time. However, if citywide emergency conditions or a storm worsen, the Chancellor may have to announce an early dismissal. The Chancellor will notify bus services of the earlier dismissal schedule. You should advise your child to tell the teacher if no one will be at home at the time of an authorized early dismissal. You should have plans in place with a relative, friend or neighbor in case your child is released early and you will not be at home to care for him or her. Your child should know of your plans. Please note that you must have listed that relative, friend or neighbor on the school’s “BLUE EMERGENCY CONTACT CARD” because schools are not authorized to release pupils to persons not listed on that card. You may also identify on the card a person or persons who should not have access to your child, as well as indicate the actions you would like the school to take if none of your listed contacts can be reached. The school will follow your recommendations as much as possible. It is important that you make certain that the card is up-to-date. If your child takes a school bus, school staff will remain in school with the bused children until buses arrive for dismissal or until your child is picked up. If you have a child with a disability, you should use your discretion in deciding whether to send him or her to school when there is a delayed opening. If your child has medical or other health issues requiring nursing or other services during the school day, including services requiring a nurse or paraprofessional to ride on the bus, you should consider not sending your child to school. Please be reminded that your child will not be picked up if a nurse or paraprofessional who is required to ride with him or her is not aboard the school bus. Again, contact the 311 Information Line, access our website Home Page at http://schools.nyc.gov, and listen to the radio or television stations listed above for information. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely yours, Natalie Perez-Hernandez Principal IA

http://schools.nyc.gov/https://twitter.com/nycschoolshttps://facebook.com/NYCschools

P.S. 139Q

THE REGO PARK SCHOOL 93-06 63RD Drive

Rego Park, NY 11374 Phone (718) 459-1044 Fax (718) 997-8639

Carmen Fariña

Chancellor

Mabel Sarduy

D28 Community Superintendent

Seiw Kong

D28 Principal Leadership Facilitator

Natalie Perez-Hernandez

Principal IA

Stephanie Lazarus Assistant Principal

Nina Lipton

Parent Coordinator

Erica Camarano and Surbhie Chabra

Parents’ Association Co-Presidents

KINDERGARTEN: Booth Street Ramp

GRADE 1: Booth Street (Lower School Yard Ramp)

GRADE 2: Wetherole Street & 63 rd Drive

GRADE 3: Booth Street & 63 rd Drive

GRADE 4: Wetherole Street & 63 rd Drive

GRADE 5: Booth Street & 63 rd Drive

P.S. 139Q

First Day of School

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

SCHOOL HOURS

Monday – Friday

School Year 2015-2016

8:00 a.m. – 2:20 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. for Free Breakfast Daily

Grade Time In Dismissal Exit Kindergarten 7:50 a.m. 2:10 p.m. Booth Street Ramp

Grade 1 7:50 a.m. 2:15 p.m. Booth Street Lower Schoolyard

Grades 2 & 4 7:50 a.m. 2:20 p.m. 63rd Drive closest to

Wetherole Street

Grades 3 & 5 7:50 a.m. 2:20 p.m. 63rd Drive closest to

Booth Street

P.S. 139Q

School Year 2015-2016

School Leadership Team

Natalie Perez-Hernandez, Principal IA

Surbhie Chabra, Co-President

Anthony Valentino, UFT Chapter Chair

Adam Hinz, Parent

Dai Ichikawa, Parent

Maggie Padilla, Parent

Nitin Patel, Parent

Kathleen Murphy, Teacher

Elaine Miller, Teacher

Jeannie Pizzella, Teacher

Public School 139Q

93-06 63rd Drive Rego Park, NY 11374

(718) 459-1044 (718) 997-8639 Fax

Natalie Perez-Hernandez Stephanie Lazarus Principal IA Assistant Principal

September 11, 2015 Dear Parent/Guardian, As part of our learning experiences here at P.S. 139Q from time-to-time we take our Kindergarten students on “Nature Walks” and “Neighborhood Explorations”, so they can discover various parts of their natural environment and familiarize themselves with the wonderful neighborhood they live in. We take these walks to enhance the learning experiences and lessons that we are focusing on in the classroom. In order for us to take your child on these wonderful walking experiences we need to have your permission on file. Please sign and return the attached tear-off today, or return it to school no later than Wednesday, September 16, 2015. Your consent will be effective for the 2015-2016 school year. As always, thank you for your support of our students and our school programs. Sincerely, Natalie Perez-Hernandez Principal IA

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KINDERGARTEN WALKING TRIP PERMISSION SLIP

To: Natalie Perez-Hernandez Principal IA , PS139Q

I, _________________________________________ hereby consent to the participation of my Print Name of Parent or Guardian

child, _____________________________________, of class _____________________________ Print Name of Student Print Grade/Class

in the “Nature Walks” and/or “Neighborhood Explorations” that have been officially arranged and/or approved by the school.

Signature of Parent/Guardian: _________________________________ Date: _______________