Welcome

OUR ROOT BELIEFS

At School of the Blessed Sacrament we believe:

We see God in all things

Relationships are essential to human formation

We are all accountable

We embrace everyone’s unique, God-given talents

Faith is lived

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SBS AT-A-GLANCESchool of the Blessed Sacrament is a Catholic PreK3–Grade 8 school serving over 500 students in the heart of the Upper West Side. We strive to form young leaders by challenging students academically, personally, and spiritually.

NUMBER OF CLASSES/GRADE• PreK 3: 3 classes

2 teachers and a maximum of 20 students per class• PreK 4: 3 classes

2 teachers and a maximum of 24 students per class• Kindergarten–Grade 2: 2 classes per grade

2 teachers and a maximum of 24 students per class• Grades 3–5: 2 classes per grade, 1 teacher and a

maximum of 26 students per class• Grades 6–8: 2 classes per grade, 1 teacher and a

maximum of 26 students per class, departmentalized classes: math, ELA, science, religion

EXTRACURRICULAR CLASSES / SPECIALS• Music Theater Arts (PreK3–8)• Physical Education (PreK3–8)• Library Studies (PreK3–8)• Computer Science (K–8)• French (K-8)• Art (K–8)• Robotics (4-8)• Ukelele (4-8)• Latin (4-8)

TEACHERS• Over 75% of faculty members hold an advanced

degree in education

SCHOOL HOURS• PreK 3 & 4: 8:20 am – 2:20 pm

(8:10 Early Drop off)• K–Grade 3: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm• Grades 4–8: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm

BEFORE CARE - 7:30 AM

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM OFFERINGS• After School Childcare until 6:00pm (PreK 4+)• After School Enrichment: sports, STEM,

languages, chess, music, arts• Homework Help/Tutoring (K–8)

HIGH SCHOOL ACCEPTANCESBronx Science, Brooklyn Tech, Convent of the Sacred Heart, Dominican Academy, Fordham Prep, LaGuardia School of the Arts, Loyola High School, Marymount, Notre Dame, Regis High School, St. Vincent Ferrer High School, Stuyvesant, Xavier High School

For more information visit: sblsnyc.org

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SBS SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

EARLY CHILDHOODPRE K CLASSES

LOWER SCHOOL GRADES K–3

UPPER SCHOOL GRADES 4–8

Drop Off 8:10am in classroom

8:00am Morning Assembly Parents Welcome!

Morning

Specials 1

Snack

Academics (centers/circles)

Morning Meeting

Specials 1

Academics (independent, small group,

and whole class work)

Morning Meeting

Subject 1 2

Specials 1

Subject 2 2

Lunch in classroom Lunch/Recess 1 hour in cafeteria/gym

AfternoonRest Time

Academics (centers/circles)

Academics (independent, small group,

and whole class work)Subject 3 2

Dismissal 2:20pm from classroom

3:00pm in front of school

3:30pm in front of school

1Specials include library, art, music, gym, computer science, and French 2Subjects include math, ELA, science, and religion

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LUNCH PROGRAM Blessed Sacrament is not a nut free facility. The Administration works with families to accommodate all allergy concerns. PreK 3 & 4 students have snack time and lunch in their classrooms.

Grades K–8 may bring their own lunch or participate in the NYC Department of Education Lunch Program. Details may be found at http://www.schoolfoodnyc.org/.

HALF DAY SCHEDULESHalf Days occur once a month to accommodate teacher meetings and professional development. Half Days are generally the first Friday of each month and have an 11:30am dismissal for ALL students. After School Childcare is available until 6:00pm on these days unless otherwise noted.

DRESS DOWN POLICY While all Blessed Sacrament students are required to be in proper uniform every day, students may “Dress Down” during the week by submitting 25 Box Tops or presenting a Dress Down Pass. On Half Days, students may “Dress Down” for a $1 suggested donation at the door or they may use Box Tops or a Dress Down Pass. Students can also “Dress Down” on their birthday!

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PRE K4 CLASSES GRADES K–3 GRADES 4–8

Athletics

Basketball Soccer

Taekwondo Zumba

Basketball Fun with Fitness

Soccer Taekwondo

Tennis

Basketball (4) CYO Basketball (5-8)

CYO Track

ArtsArt

Ballet Piano

Art Ballet

Performing Arts Piano

Dance Team Theater West

Academics Spanish

Computer Science Leaping into Literacy

Newsletter Spanish STEM

Computer Science e-Sports STEM

AFTER SCHOOL CHILDCARE AND ENRICHMENT*

*In partnership with Kids In the Game (KING): kidsinthegame.com/sbs *Subject to change

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AFTER SCHOOL CHILDCARE Families with children in PreK 4 through Grade 8 may participate in After School Childcare. Children have snack, complete homework, and play until parents or caregivers are able to pick them up. This is offered until 6:00pm daily, in partnership with Kids in the Game.

AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT SBS partners with Kids in the Game to organize a variety of after school activities that include sports, chess, computer science, theater, and more! Kids in the Game, other third party providers, as well as select members of our esteemed faculty run the enrichment classes. Visit the SBS website to view the full list of enrichment classes available.

CATHOLIC YOUTH ORGANIZATION (CYO) BASKETBALL TEAM SBS has a CYO basketball team, the SBS Saints! Grades 6–8 have the opportunity to try out for the team in the fall. Games are played at Catholic Schools throughout the city leading up to playoffs from December–February.

HOMEWORK CLUB AND TUTORING Grades 1–3 may participate in Homework Club (small group tutoring) when need is determined by teacher/parent discussion. Grades 4–8 have the opportunity to receive tutoring for state tests as well as for academic need.

For more information visit: sblsnyc.org

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All Blessed Sacrament students are required to be in proper uniform every day. New uniforms may be purchased through the Lands End website using School Code: 900145095. Used Uniform Sales are held seasonally at SBS. Information about special sizing needs may be discussed with the school office staff upon request.

SCHOOL UNIFORM - BOYS

FORMAL UNIFORM

PreKWorn 3 times a week

KWorn 4 times a week

• Navy blue trousers NO corduroys, Dockers, or baggy pants.

• Long or short sleeved white polo shirt with SBS logo *Shirts should be tucked in at all times

Footwear• Black leather shoes

NO sneakers or boots permitted

Grades 1–8 Worn 4 times a week

• Khaki pants/trousers, with belt NO corduroys, Dockers, or baggy pants

• White dress shirt with solid navy blue tie or long or short sleeved white polo shirt with SBS logo *Shirts should be tucked in at all times

• Pullover sweater, cardigan, or sweater vest with SBS logo

Footwear• Black leather shoes

NO sneakers or boots permitted

PHYSICAL EDUCATION UNIFORM

PreKWorn 2 times a week

Grades K–8 Worn once a week

• Gym uniform shorts or sweatpants with SBS logo • Gym t -shirt or sweatshirt with SBS logo

Footwear• Sneakers

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SCHOOL UNIFORM - GIRLS

FORMAL UNIFORM

PreKWorn 3 times a week

Grades K–3 Worn 4 times a week

• Jumper and white cotton blouse or white polo shirt• Black knee high socks or tights

Footwear• Black low -heeled leather shoe

NO sneakers, high tops or boots permitted

Grades 4–8 Worn 4 times a week

• Plaid skirt, navy blue trousers, or chino style pants NO corduroys, skinny pants, or leggings

• White pointed collar blouse *Shirts must be tucked in at all times

• Pullover sweater, cardigan, or sweater vest with SBS logo

Footwear• Black low- heeled leather shoe

NO sneakers, high tops or boots permitted

PHYSICAL EDUCATION UNIFORM

PreKWorn 2 times a week

Grades K–8 Worn once a week

• Gym uniform shorts or sweatpants with SBS logo • Gym t -shirt or sweatshirt with SBS logo

Footwear• Sneakers

For more information visit: sblsnyc.org > Community > Land’s End Uniform

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TUITION AND FEE STRUCTURESMART TUITIONSchool of the Blessed Sacrament uses SMART Tuition to administer tuition and other school fee billing for families. You will receive instructions through email regarding the creation of your SMART Tuition billing account.

Tuition is due monthly over a 10-month billing period. Families have the opportunity to pay in full or choose their payment plan, as well as method of payment, directly through their SMART Tuition accounts.

In addition to the main office, SMART Tuition’s parent help center is available 24 hours per day. Families can access their accounts to check balances and make payments either online or via phone at (888) 868-8828.

FEE STRUCTUREIn addition to tuition, you will be responsible for select fees during the year such as the Classroom Supply Fee and a General School Fee which contributes to the ongoing building upkeep, technological and learning resources, security and other school needs. The Parent Association Fee covers student events, tutoring and professional development as well as other parent and community programming. If your children are in certain grades or participating in sacraments, they may have Graduation Fees or Sacramental Fees.

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DATES TO REMEMBER

AUGUST• General School Fee ($700)

SEPTEMBER• Back to School Night/Welcome

Parties/Orientation• Enrichment Fair• Uniform Sale• Kid A Thon Fundraiser• Classroom Supply Fee

(~$100)• PA Fee

OCTOBER• High School Fair• Halloween Parties• Auction Solicitation Begins

NOVEMBER• Q1 Report Cards• Parent/Teacher Conferences

(K–8)• Early Childhood /

Lower School Open House

DECEMBER• Breakfast with Santa/

Christmas Social• Christmas Concert• PreK and Kindergarten

Re-registration Fee ($1,500)

JANUARY• Catholic Schools Week• Family Ice Skating Social• Uniform Sale• Grades 1-8 Re-registration Fee

($1,000)

FEBRUARY• Q2 Report Cards• Parent/Teacher Conferences

(PK–8)• Upper School Open House

MARCH• SBS Annual Auction

APRIL• NYS Testing• Q3 Report Cards• Parent/teacher Conferences

(K-8)• Easter/Spring Break

(Week following Easter)

MAY• NYS Testing• Spring Concerts• First Holy Communion• Teacher Appreciation Week• Spring Events for New Families• Sacramental Fee • Graduation Fee

JUNE• Spring Student Events• 8th Grade Play• Confirmation• Uniform Sale• Graduation/Step-Up

Ceremonies (K & 8)• Picnic

SUMMER BREAK

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SBS PARENT ASSOCIATION Welcome to the SBS Parents Association (PA)! As a parent or guardian of a student at Blessed Sacrament, you are automatically a member of the PA. We are excited to meet you, and invite you to get involved in our vibrant community and make an impact!

As new members of the PA, we welcome your ideas, skills, talents and most importantly your time. We believe this commitment to the school will benefit your individual child and the overall Blessed Sacrament family. Your participation also gives you the opportunity to meet other parents/educators, have a voice in school programs and events, and make a lasting impact on our school. Our goal is to partner with the school’s administration in order to create a positive and stimulating learning environment for our children.

There are many ways to get involved, and a variety of volunteer opportunities to accommodate most schedules. The PA is structured as an organized set of committees, each with different goals and events to help enrich the school and community. You can serve in a leadership role as Co-Chair of a committee, participate as a committee member, volunteer at events, and/or serve as your child’s Class Parent. Many activities can even be done at home on your own time.

Fundraising by the Parent Association also provides necessary resources to continue improvements to our school and learning opportunities for our children. The PA runs two large fundraisers, the Kid-A-Thon (Fall) and Auction (Spring). We also have smaller fundraisers and fun social events throughout the year. You will be charged a one-time Parent Association Fee, which covers student and parent events, teacher appreciation and development as well as tutoring.

More information on the PA, including a full list of committees and events, can be found on the SBS website. Send us an email to introduce yourself (sbspa@sblsnyc.org), volunteer for a committee or event, or come to us with new ideas. We look forward to hearing from you!

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FUNDRAISING AT SBSThe continued success and growth of School of the Blessed Sacrament is in large part thanks to the support and generosity of our community. As such, families are encouraged to make financial donations or solicit donations of funds, goods, or services that develop and enhance the future of the school.

Participation of each family is vital to the Blessed Sacrament community, and opportunities to support SBS include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Kid-a-Thon (page 14)• SBS Annual Auction (page 15)• Participation in FUNdraisers such as Comedy Night, SoulCycle, and other events designed to raise funds

and build community• Consider SBS in your end-of-year charitable gift• Corporate Matching Opportunities

The generosity of our parents and friends of SBS have made enhancements to our learning community possible. Past projects include:

• Lockers for Middle School• Rosalie MacWilliam Memorial Library• Rooftop Garden Spaces• New Gym Floor• Computer Lab• Security Desk

... and more!

For more information visit: sblsnyc.org > Parent Association

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KID-A-THON The Kid-A-Thon is the School of the Blessed Sacrament Parent Association’s Annual Fall Fitness and Fundraising event. At the Kid-A-Thon, SBS students enjoy a great morning of fitness and fun at a nearby park. Each class rotates through several fitness stations, such as baseball, lacrosse, martial arts, soccer and tennis, coached by Kid-A-Thon’s sponsors. SBS students also participate in fun activities, including potato sack races, relay races and tug-of-war. The Kid-A-Thon gives SBS students a chance to have fun playing outside with their classmates, while trying out new sports and activities.

The Kid-A-Thon is also the PA’s primary Fall Fundraising Event. In the same way participants in a typical walk-a-thon seek sponsors, SBS students seek the support of family and friends for their participation in this annual fitness event. Funds raised by the Kid-A-Thon truly make a difference for all SBS students! Funds raised are typically used to purchase new athletic equipment, enhance the physical education and recess programs as well as for capital improvements at SBS.

We also welcome the participation of Parent Volunteers to help organize and set-up the event plus run fitness stations. Parent Chaperones are also requested for each class to assist the students as they move from the school to the park.

The Kid-A-Thon is a great event to kick off the school year, get kids active outside, raise necessary funds and boost SBS school spirit!

To get involved, email sbspa@sblsnyc.org.

For more information visit: sblsnyc.org > Parent Association > Kid-A-Thon

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SBS ANNUAL AUCTIONEach spring the School of the Blessed Sacrament PA holds an annual Auction. This fundraiser begins with an online auction and then concludes with a cocktail party and silent auction.

Proceeds from the Auction have gone towards capital improvement projects throughout the building. Thanks to previous years efforts the children are able to enjoy a new gym floor, renovated library space, a beautiful rooftop garden and other significant improvements to the school.

To make the Auction a success and create an enhanced space for our children, we need involvement from all SBS families.

You can help by:

• Soliciting donations. Parents are asked to solicit donations of new goods or services, valued at $75 (or more), per child. These items will be featured in the online and silent auctions.

• Finding sponsors. There are various levels of sponsorship for business to choose from. Their tax-free donation will enhance the education of over 400 children and reach an audience of over 700 people.

• Joining the Auction committee. Be a part of the team that organizes the Auction! You can help out with specific tasks or throughout the entire process. Committee members manage donations, update the Auction website, create design elements, organize the event and more. To get involved, email sbspa@sblsnyc.org.

• Bidding online and attending the event!

For more information visit: sblsnyc.org > Parent Association > SBS Annual Auction

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SCHOOL OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

LOWER SCHOOL PK-GRADE 3 147 W 70th Street

New York, NY 10023 Tel (212) 724-7561 • Fax (212) 724-0735

www.sblsnyc.org

UPPER SCHOOL GRADES 4-8 456 W 52nd Street

New York, NY 10019 Tel (212) 246-4784 • Fax (212) 707-8382

www.sblsnyc.org