Unit 3 ELA Newsletter!
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Announcements
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Respect for All Week 2025
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Summer Rising 2025 Announcement
Family letter
Resources including registration flyers in this Summer Rising toolkit.
Families will be able to apply for Summer Rising seats in MySchools starting on Tuesday, March 4, and until Friday, March 28, 2025.
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2025 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Application
2025 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Application
DYCD Youth Employment Programs
About SYEP
Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is the nation’s largest youth employment program, connecting NYC youth between the ages of 14 and 24 with career exploration opportunities and paid work experiences each summer.
By participating in structured project and work-based opportunities, NYC youth are better prepared for careers of the future.
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IS 187 Graduation Letter
November 14, 2024
Dear 8th Grade Families,
We hope this message finds you well! Due to scheduling conflicts, we would like to inform you that the date of our 8th Grade Graduation has been changed to Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
The venue remains the same:
Coney Island Amphitheater
3052 W 21st St, Brooklyn, NY 11224Here are the updated details for the event:
- Student Arrival Time: 9:30 AM
- Doors Open for Families: 10:00 AM
- Ceremony End Time: 12:30 PM
We are also thrilled to share some wonderful news—each student will receive 8 tickets per family to invite loved ones to this special celebration.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to reach out to our Graduation Coordinator, Alexa Astuto, at aastuto2@schools.nyc.gov.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause and appreciate your understanding. We are looking forward to celebrating our students’ incredible achievements together!
Warm regards,
Mrs. Mina Sadiki
Principal
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Clubs, Events and Afterschool Programs
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School Tours for Our Valued Families!
We are so excited to announce that we will be hosting monthly school tours designed especially for our valued families! These tours offer an invaluable opportunity for you to step into our nurturing environment and explore the unique offerings of each academy within our school. Our first IS 187 Parent Tour is scheduled for Monday, November 27, 2023. We have two convenient time slots available for your convenience: from 8:00 AM- 8:55 AM or 8:55 AM- 9:40 AM. Your presence and engagement in these tours mean a lot to us, and we eagerly anticipate sharing our school's wonderful environment with you!
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6th Grade Orientation Presentation
Please see the presentation for any info you may have missed!
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Calendar
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Midwinter Recess SCHOOL CLOSED
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ABL 8th Grade Trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage -NYC
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Day 2
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100th Day of School
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AAH 8th Grade Trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage -NYC
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Congratulations to Our Math Team – 1st Place at MATHCOUNTS!
We are thrilled to share that our math team has secured 1st place in the Brooklyn Chapter MATHCOUNTS competition on February 4th! MATHCOUNTS is a prestigious annual contest that challenges middle school students to apply their mathematical knowledge and problem-solving skills in a competitive setting. Thanks to their dedication and hard work, our students have advanced to the state competition, which will take place in Saratoga Springs this March.
A huge congratulations to our team:
- Bryant Ho (714)
- Asadbek Abdurakhmonov (807)
- Kingsley Huang (807)
- Jordan Su (802)
Additionally, Ethan Chen (703) will be competing as an individual qualifier at the state level!
This incredible achievement is a testament to their perseverance, teamwork, and passion for mathematics. We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to Ms. Gambino and Ms. Tung for their dedication and commitment in coaching and supporting our students throughout this journey. Their guidance has been instrumental in the team's success! We couldn’t be prouder of our students and look forward to cheering them on at the next stage of the competition!
Congratulations once again to our Math Team on this outstanding accomplishment!
African Dance Assembly
Penthouse Recording Studios
Our 8th Grade Chorus Classes recently embarked on a fascinating journey into the world of music recording and engineering. This experience was not only educational but also incredibly enjoyable for all the students involved. Each student had the opportunity to participate in a hands-on session, where they explored the various aspects of the music recording process.
Throughout the sessions, students learned about the different techniques used in music production, including sound mixing, editing, and mastering. They engaged with professionals in the field, gaining insights into the tools and technology that make music recording possible. This exposure allowed them to appreciate the artistry behind their favorite songs and understand the effort that goes into producing high-quality music.
The chorus members were enthusiastic and eager to learn, asking questions and experimenting with different recording methods. The experience fostered teamwork and creativity, as students collaborated to create their own recordings. By the end of the sessions, they not only developed new skills but also a deeper appreciation for the music they love.
What a great day 803, 805, and 811!
ABL 8th Graders Visits Boston and ABL Celebrates Computer Science in Education Week!
ABL 8th graders on the overnight trip to Boston were able to learn about law in real life when they visited the Massachusetts State House. Students had a wonderful time on the trip as they explored the iconic Freedom Trail.
Students in Class 707 engaged in an interactive design activity led by a Google software engineer. After learning about project design principles, they received some new swag!
ABL Job Shadowing Trip: Capgemini
ABL students had an exciting opportunity to learn about the future of AI during their job shadow visit to Capgemini! Class 806 learned about technology-based careers via hands-on activities like programming their own robots. Thank you to Ms. Mikhels, Junior Achievement of NY, and the SIFMA Foundation for coordinating!
Junior Achievement of New York Gala at Gotham Hall
On Tuesday, November 12th, 2024, our wonderful IS 187 Jazz Band, directed by Mr. Altieri, were the featured performers at the Junior Achievement of New York Gala held at Gotham Hall. The purpose of the Junior Achievement of New York Gala is to raise funds to support the organization's mission of providing financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship education to students across New York City, Long Island, and the Lower Hudson Valley. Our band played splendidly and was warmly received by all guests and honorees. Our jazz band members are: Jeremy Y. 807, Sophia W. 807, Yaniv R. 807, Kingsley H. 807, Andrew F. 802, Anthony C. 810, Devin M. 807, Marco F. 702, Itachi S. 702, and Adriel M. 710.
In addition, our Business teacher Mrs. Mikhels gave a welcome speech as one of A-NY's Educators of the Year and introduced two student speakers, Sophia W. and Yaniv R. of class 807. Both students gave heartfelt speeches detailing what they have learned about personal finance through Junior Achievement's curriculum and programming.
A huge thank you to Mrs. Mikhels and Mr. Altieri for organizing the performance!
Diwali Celebration!
NJHS Community Service Assembly
On October 16, NJHS hosted a community service assembly for the sixth-grade students. Our guests were City Council Member Susan Zhuang, Deputy Brooklyn Borough President Kim Council, and District Superintendent David Pretto. We also celebrated the grant provided by the Council Member and Borough President for the renovation of our school's auditorium.
