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  October newsletter 2021

  JHS190Q

• October Newsletter

        October 2021

  Principal’s Address

  Dear Sage Owls,

  Safety is, as always, an important part of learning at Sage.  The Sage staff has implemented a number of enhanced safety features because of COVID 19.  All rooms are outfitted with any necessary PPE needed to support proper sanitizing.  We implemented NYCDOE protocols for both suspected and confirmed COVID cases within the school.  The Custodial staff sanitizes the building according to NYCDOE scheduling.  We enforce face coverings and have reorganized for physical distancing in all of our classrooms and cafeteria seating to accommodate social distancing, as it is a critical piece to keeping everyone safe. Additionally, organically stagger class changes each period to lessen hallway congestion.

  You can help with keeping Sage safe by completing the following action items:

  1. Prior to students coming to school they must fill out the health screening EACH DAY found here: https://healthscreening.schools.nyc/
  2. Complete the CONSENT to COVID TESTING using the NYC Schools account https://www.schoolsaccount.nyc/ by clicking Manage Account then when the dropdown appears click Consent Forms.  NOTE: Your child can get tested even if they are already vaccinated.
  3. If your child is already vaccinated, please submit the vaccination here: https://vaccine.schools.nyc/ 

  Together, we can make Sage as safe as it can be!

  Thank you so much and have a wonderful October!

  Sincerely,

  John Greggo

  
  
  

   

  School/Community Calendar 

  (Find calendar updates in your Pupil Path)

  • Sep 27 - Oct. 1st Math Team tryout registration 

  • Sep 30 - Parent Workshop ( Introduction to Pupil Path )9:30 AM and 6 PM 

   Find the presentation slide at Russell Sage website

  • Oct 2nd - Deadline for Art Club registration

  • Oct 5 - PTA Expedited Election 6:30 PM  

  Register here to attend

  • Oct 7 - D28 CEC Meeting 6:30 PM 

  • Oct 11 - School closed

  • Oct  20 - SLT Meeting at 4 PM link to follow. 

  • Nov 2 - Election Day: fully remote, asynchronous instructional day 

  • Nov 17   - Parent Teacher Conference :  Evening session 5 PM -7:30 PM 

  • Nov 18  - Parent Teacher Conference : Afternoon Session 12 PM - 2 PM 

              ***Students are dismissed at 11:20 AM

                         ***PT Conference will be held virtually. More information is forthcoming.

   

   

  Gym Uniform 

  Gym uniforms are available to purchase online. 

  Visit online store : www.smoothusa.com/JHS190Q

  Note : T-shirt and Mesh shorts are requirements. Other items are optional. 

  
  
  

  Window	Date Range
  Ordering Window 1	today-8/17/21
  Ordering Window 2	8/18/21-9/26/21
  Ordering Window 3	9/27/21-10/20/21
  Ordering Window 4	10/21/21-11/21/21
  Ordering Window 5	11/22/21-1/10/22

  
  
  
  
  

  SUBJECT FOCUS 

   

  ELA

  Welcome back all! We hope that you are transitioning well to the beginning of the new school year! 

   

  6th Grade

   

  The 6th grade team is happy to see familiar faces (old and new) once again!   

  As we settle into our seats this year, keeping the proper distance, tugging at our masks, and unpacking notebooks without the blue screen, we are slowly reminded of that one little thing we have all missed and we have all looked forward to; the human factor. Coupled side-by-side with the rules and procedures that usually greet the first few weeks of the school year, we welcome this particular year by re-building the social and emotional connections we have once shared. Through Brain Power exercises, reading, and writing activities we are creating moments of celebration, acknowledgement, successes and failures, and moments of courage and fear…Our first writing assignments begin as introductory pieces, allowing each student to get to know one another and build connections.    

  How do you find courage in the face of fear? So begins the first essential question our sixth graders will be discussing in ELA.   

  Never was there a more appropriate question to analyze as we begin a new year filled with wonder, excitement, and lots of uncertainty. With such a profound question comes opportunities for discussion, reflection, and finding answers via a variety of texts from some of literature’s strongest authors.   

  “Finding Your Courage” is the first in a list of middle school units we will cover this year in our Into Literature curriculum. This curriculum will take our readers all over the world as we immerse ourselves into the lives of characters who struggle with facing that which scares them the most. Our first text is a very timely story taking place in Kabul, Afghanistan as we follow a young girl who tries to find the courage to save her family during the time of the Taliban. In the same unit, we will read and break down a poem by literary canon Maya Angelou, while learning what makes up lyrical poetry.    

  Supplemental reading will include classic middle grade novels such as Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis. 

   

  7th Grade

   

  The 7th Grade ELA team has worked closely with their students to reinforce the routines of returning to school and to encourage writing and listening skills. As we move forward, students will discover the preliminary essential skills and tasks that will be required as we begin a new curriculum of study: "Taking Action", a themed unit that incorporates an anthology of selections from fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, as well as grammar studies.

   

  8th Grade

   

  For the first few weeks of the school year, Grade 8 students will be developing narratives based on their experiences. The mini-unit will introduce students to the routines and rituals of ELA class. First, students will read narratives to practice protocols for read-alouds and analyzing literature. Students will then develop their real or imagined narrative based on their experiences. Through this process they will be introduced to drafting, peer revision, writing reflection, and publishing. 

   

  WORLD LANGUAGE

  8th Grade

  Spanish: ¡Bienvenidos estudiantes, familias, y amigos! Our department is so excited to have you all back to engage in Spanish, learn life-long skills, and see the benefits of understanding a second or third language. In September, our teachers spent time building relationships with students and getting to know who they are as people. This is important because as a department we feel that until the students are comfortable in our classroom they will not be able to succeed. Beginning in October, our students will start with a quick refresher of material that was covered in 7th Grade such as school related vocabulary, date/time, weather, family, and use of common -ar, -er, and -ir verbs.

  French: Students will continue their review of the fundamentals such as the verbs aller, être, avoir and pouvoir leading up to Échange étudiant project. Students will have b-weekly quizzes assessing our mastery of vocabulary, grammar and skills leading up to the Proficiency Exam and real world. Daily activities will include rubric based group discussions where we all learn from mistakes and help each other. Our resident French Historian will continue enriching our class with weekly cultural contributions.

  7th Grade

  Spanish: Welcome parents and students to 7th grade Spanish! We are so eager for students to learn all about the Spanish-speaking world. For the month of October, students will be focusing on formal and informal greetings, farewells, and personal identification. We will be exploring the cultural practices of Spanish-speaking countries with regard to different forms of greetings and introductions.

  French: Bienvenue! Students are currently learning the foundations of the French language. We are learning greetings and expressions such as how to introduce ourselves and tell how we are doing. During October, we will continue to read, write, and speak French with a focus on expressing our likes and dislikes.

  Mandarin: Students have completed a review on the Chinese Pinyin and Moon Festival Project. In October, they will begin a unit in which they learn to make phone calls, ask for and provide information, and reschedule the phone calls. Students will practice speaking and listening skills by role play. During this course of study, they will review numbers, telling time, and greetings.

  6th Grade

  Spanish: Since we are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month between September 15th and October 15th, students will complete an assignment about cultural facts of Spanish speaking countries. They will make a presentation to the class about the assignment they completed.

  Students will also learn how to provide basic information like introducing themselves politely, and providing basic information as well. Students will be able to identify materials around the classroom and some activities they usually do during their period class.

  Mandarin: Students have completed an overview of Mandarin. They learned Chinese consonants and single vowels in Pinyin and the basic strokes of Chinese characters. In October, students will enter a unit on numbers and greetings. They will learn to introduce themselves, speak and write numbers. In addition, they will also learn the compound vowels in Pinyin and apply Pinyin to the characters from the chapter.

  Latin: Salvete! Students are currently learning all about Ancient Rome and the language of Latin. During October, we will be laying the foundation for the school year by building background knowledge about the history, culture, and mythology of Ancient Rome. We will also begin to read, write, and speak Latin!

  ASL: Welcome to American Sign Language! Sign Language is new to Russell Sage and we are very excited to get started. Students have received an introduction to Deaf Culture. They are now learning to sign the American Sign Language Alphabet. Students are also learning proper greetings and introductions for ASL. In October students will learn how to sign their first names to a partner and engage in small signed conversations with their peers. Since we are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month students will also learn a few signs from Spanish Sign Language or SSL as well.

   

  ENL

  Welcome back! 

  The English as a New Language (ENL) Department welcomes our diverse Multilingual/English Language Learners (ML/ELLs) and their families!  We are excited to meet all our new and returning ML/ELLs! We are looking forward to a wonderful 2021-2022 school year. During September, many ML/ELLs who missed last year’s New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test (NYSESLAT) successfully completed the special administration of the New York State Identification Test of English Language Learners (NYSITELL). Individual student’s level is determined based on the student’s performance on one of the tests. Notification letters in both English and the Parent/Guardian’s preferred language (if available) are sent home via hard copy and electronically on PupilPath. Please refer to the chart below to understand the student’s proficiency level. 

   

  NYSESLAT/NYSITELL Level	This means the student’s English level is...
  COMMANDING	Proficient - Former English Language Learner
  EXPANDING	Advanced
  TRANSITIONING	High Intermediate
  EMERGING	Low Intermediate
  ENTERING	Beginning

   

  Throughout the school year the ENL department will hold four ML/ELL parent meetings and workshops. We will share important information on various topics including the high school application process, the NYS English Language Arts Test, Math Test, NYSESLAT, Regents, accommodations, community resources, after-school programs, and many others. Ms. Kim, Ms. Restrepo, and Ms. Tong are making outreach calls throughout September and October to check on the wellness of the families and the students. If you have any questions and/or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to any one of us on the phone, via email, or PupilPath message. 

   

  MATH

  During the month of October, our students will be learning:

  • 6th​ ​Grade​ ​Topics​
    • Least Common Multiple and Greatest Common Factor
    • Fractions - add, subtract, multiply, divide
    • Mixed numbers - multiply, divide
    • Decimals - add, subtract, multiply, divide
  •  7th​ ​Grade​ ​Topics​ 
    •  Number System Concepts: operations with integers (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
    • Investigating forms of rational numbers (fractions and resulting types of decimal forms)
    • Performing all four operations with common and mixed numbers 
  • 8th​ ​Grade​ ​Topics​ 
    • Laws of Exponents
    • Evaluating, simplifying, writing expressions
    • Solving multi-step equations
    • Slope intercept form

   

  PHYSICAL EDUCATION  

   

  As we begin the school year the Physical Education Department is extremely excited and very happy to see our students back in school. We will be hitting the ground running as students are expected to be physically active in the gym 85 % of the time. We will be holding Health on Mondays for the classes, splitting up the PE days with skill building and fitness activities. Students have an opportunity to showcase their physical ability when engaged in the activities provided for them. We highly encourage parents to order PE school uniforms using the school website at russellsage.ms.org or smoothusa/JHS190Q. If you come across any issues please contact the PE department via email.

   

  Safety and COVID protocol is in full effect when in the gymnasium. We will be asking students to always wear their mask while in class (indoors) and wear athletic apparel when they have PE days along with laced comfortable sneakers. 

  
  
  

  SCIENCE

  During the month of October, our students will be learning:

  • • 6th​ ​Grade​ ​Topics​
      • The Scientific Method
      • Intro to Energy
    •  7th​ ​Grade​ ​Topics​ 
      • Introduction to living things
      • the characteristics of life
      • Relevance of Chemistry in relation to the Human body  
    • 8th​ ​Grade​ ​Topics
      • ​ Unity and Diversity
      • Cell Structure
      • Cell Permeability
      • Biochemistry
      • Classifications of organisms

  • 8th Grade Lab Topics

  • • Concentrate on skills 
      • Observe cell parts (virtually)
      • Determine cell permeability to various sized molecules (demonstration)
      • Use indicators to test for presence of nutrients (demonstration)
      • Create and use identification keys

  SOCIAL STUDIES 

   

  The 6th grade Social Studies classes are focusing on Geography.  Students are learning about the five themes of geography, landforms, human geography, tracking hurricanes and much more.  In addition to academics, we are focusing on the social emotional wellbeing of our students by allowing them to express their feelings on their cultures and how they relate to social studies.

   

  7th grade will begin their study of United States history and government by learning about various indigenous cultures and the effects of European exploration. Students will learn to use multiple primary and secondary sources to investigate historical events, and to support their analysis with evidence. 

   

  This year all 8th grade students are going to be prepared to take the new, NYS Framework United States History and Government Regents examination for post-secondary readiness and real world success. In preparation for the new test, some students have already started practicing and composing, one of the three rubric based essays on the test-the Short Question Essay. Months of September and October are Latino, Latina Heritage Months, when we celebrate the heritage, culture and contributions of Latino, Latina Americans to the United States. October 11th is also Indigenous Peoples’ and Italian Heritage Day and students will work on various projects in commemoration. Later that month, students will continue the in-depth study of the United States Constitution and government. Some classes will start their enrichment programs: We the People, Participation in Government and Moot Court, part of the Justice Resource Center. 

  
  
  

  TALENT 

   

  BAND   Welcome students and families! We are very excited to start the new school year in band by choosing our instruments and diving right into playing. The students in all the grades are spending a few days learning about the different woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments and making their decisions of what they would like to learn to play for the remainder of the year. Their choices include flute, clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, trumpet, trombone, baritone, tuba, and percussion. Until the instruments are distributed and all of the supplies are ordered, the students will be learning basic music theory concepts such as note identification, rhythm counting, and musical notation. They will be creating their own note acronyms to help them identify the notes on the staff. We will also be beginning to read musical notation through rhythm clapping with the emphasis on staying with the beat of a song. With this knowledge, once the students get their hands on their individual instruments, they'll be able to focus on the technicalities of their instruments such as proper posture, accurate fingerings, and tone production. All of the students are showing great interest in learning a new instrument and we cannot wait for you to hear us play very soon!

   

   

   

   

   

  Art

  This year students in art class are learning  Elements of Art and Principles of Design, 

  plus different art techniques. Students will be inspired by famous artists

  and art movements. Throughout the lessons we encourage students to be 

  creative and show their talents.

   

   

  Dance

  I'd like to extend a warm welcome to all returning and brand new students.  We are all excited for the new school year.  Students are actively engaged in dance-making, skill development, improvisation, and choreography.  Moving forward, students will co-create an informal performance of culminating works.  

   

  Strings

   

  Students have shared their previous musical experience, learned the "Anatomy" of string instruments, and how to properly care for one.  They have measured their arm length so they receive the correct sized instrument.  After a demonstration of various string instruments, students have decided which instrument they would like to learn to play.

   

   

  LIBRARY 

   

  The library is open to loan books!  See the schedule before to find out when.  Cannot come to the library to borrow a print book, or would rather go contactless?  Borrow e-books from SORA - www.soraapp.com .   Use your school login to use SORA.

   

  SUMMER READING CHALLENGE

  Reading logs will be accepted until Friday, October 8.

  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGl7vHdaoL1d19ts050Nn3RsBi1VWnl1ifq3qIlmd8aBeRpg/viewform

   

  LIBRARY LUNCH PERIODS

  There are no passes.  Students will be signed up by Dr. Alban, Ms. Wright or another school staff member.  Students may visit the library during a lunch period once a week.  During the open lunch periods on this schedule, teachers may send 1-2 students to the library at a time for assistance.

   

  by lunch period:

  PERIOD 4 - Thursday, Friday

  PERIOD 5 - Monday, Wednesday

  PERIOD 6 - Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

  PERIOD 7 - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

  PERIOD 8 - library maintenance, prep for teacher who request assistance (books checked out to classrooms, web pathfinders, etc.)

   

  by day:

  MONDAY        - period 4 & 6

  TUESDAY       - period 6 & 7

  WEDNESDAY - period 5 & 7

  THURSDAY    - period 4 & 6

  FRIDAY           - period 4 & 6

   

  STUDENT ENGAGEMENT DAYS

  The library is open to one grade a day, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from dismissal until 2:45 pm.  Students must arrive by 2:25, and stay in the library until 2:45 pm. Students will be escorted to the main lobby at 2:45 pm.

  WEDNESDAY - grade 6

  THURSDAY    - grade 7

  FRIDAY          - grade 8

  
  
  

  Parent Teacher Association

  PTA Expedited Election 

  Dear Russell Sage Parents and Guardians, 

  Russell sage needs YOU for PTA this school year!

  Please consider running for a PTA position for 2021- 2020 school year. The PTA expedited election will take place on October 5th @6:30 PM facilitated by D28 President Council. All nominations will be taken from the floor. To attend the event , register by submitting this form and you will receive a zoom link and an individualized code .At the start of the election, you will be asked to change your display name to the code to verify your eligibility as a candidate and a voter.

  The following mandatory officer positions must be filled to have a PTA in our school: President, Secretary and Treasure.

  **All parents are eligible to hold office unless they are employees of the school

  ** All parents are eligible to vote in the election

   

  Date: October 5th at 6:30 PM 

  Location : Zoom ( Register below to receive a link and your code) 

  Register here to attend PTA Expedited Election

  
  
  

  School Guide 2021-2022 

   

  Dress code  Appropriate Clothing: In accordance with NYCDOE Dress Code Policy, Sage students should not wear “clothing that does not provide coverage of torso, undergarments and private parts, including see-through clothing.”  Appropriate Footwear: no flip flops, slides or slippers; sandals must have a strap on the backs, and crocs must be worn with the strap on the back of the heels -- for safety reasons.  A school staff member will contact you should there be any issues with your child.  If you have questions, contact Dean Alban: palban@schools.nyc.gov.

  If you are inappropriately dressed, you will be detained in the office and your parent(s)/guardian will be called to bring appropriate clothing for you.

   

  2020-2021 Bell Schedule

  Attendance Good attendance is important for success in school. If your child is absent, please send a signed note (with Physician or parent signature) to 2nd Period subject teachers when students return to school.  Visitors in school  All visitors to DOE school buildings are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (1 dose), in order to enter the building, except in the case of an emergency. This proof may be provided in several ways. In order to enter the building, a visitor must: show identification have proof of vaccination complete the daily health screening form, Health Screening Form and wear a face covering.

  Introduction to Pupil Path/ Google Classroom   Find Presentation Slide : https://www.russellsagems.org/parent_coordinator_corner

   

  Transportation  Metrocards have been provided to eligible students. If students need further assistance, they can speak to Ms. Joann Palandroduring the lunch period.

  High School Parent Workshop  DATE: TBA 2022 High School Admission Eighth grade students will receive a personalized welcome letter in mid-October 2021; this letter includes information on how to access your MySchools account and participate in high school and Specialized High Schools admissions. Registration for the Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT) will open in mid-October. Registered students will then take the test in December.

   

  National Junior Honor Society Guideline September 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians/Students, We would like to make you aware of the considerations for the National Junior Honor Society.  The guidelines for the 2021-2022 school year are listed below. Grades Maintain an overall report card average of 90% or above No individual report card grades below 85% Attendance  No more than 10 absences No more than 10 latenesses Behavior No negative comments on report cards No demerits on PupilPath No suspensions Regular School and/or Community Service Complete accountability form provided by Mr. Amster & Ms. Martinez Good Citizenship and Character The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is the Nation's premier organization established to recognize outstanding middle school students. More than just an honor roll, NJHS serves to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, Character and Citizenship.  We encourage all students to strive for this great academic achievement. For questions or concerns, please reach out to the teachers in charge, Mr. Amster & Ms. Martinez.  Respectfully, The Russell Sage Administration Team

  Staff Office hours 

  Staff office hours are facilitated by all teachers  to support parents and students. Please utilize the chart below. 

   

  	MONDAY Parent Outreach	TUESDAY Parent Outreach	WEDNESDAY Student Outreach	THURSDAY Student Outreach	FRIDAY Student Outreach
  MORNING 7:30 - 8:00 am	Alban  Amster Anwar Austin Baglione Bates Berlavski Biggs Boujida Buehre Datorre Destefano Egan Gaffan Gavilanes Johnson Kim Ledesma Loew Martinez Napolitano Opell Payne Ramirez Rizzo Rothbort Rosner Ruiz Schaefer Tong Tsourovakas Wang Zastawny Zeitlin	Alban Amster Anwar Austin Baglione Bates Berlavski Biggs Boujida Buehre Datorre Destefano Egan Gaffan Gavilanes Johnson Kim Ledesma Loew Martinez Napolitano Opell Payne Ramirez Rizzo Rothbort Rosner Ruiz Schaefer Tong Tsourovakas Wang Zastawny Zeitlin	Alban Amster Anwar Austin Baglione Bates Berlavski Biggs Boujida Buehre Datorre Destefano Egan Gaffan Gavilanes Gomez Johnson Kim Ledesma Loew Martinez Napolitano Opell Payne Ramirez Rizzo Rosner Rothbort Ruiz Schaefer Tong Tsourovakas Wang Zastawny Zeitlin	Alban Amster Anwar Austin Baglione Bates Berlavski Biggs Boujida Buehre Datorre Destefano Egan Gaffan Gavilanes Gomez Johnson Kim Ledesma Loew Martinez Napolitano Opell Payne Ramirez Rizzo Rosner Rothbort Ruiz Schaefer Tong Tsourovakas Wang Zastawny Zeitlin	Alban Amster Anwar Austin Baglione Bates Berlavski Biggs Boujida Buehre Datorre Destefano Egan Gaffan Gavilanes Johnson Kim Ledesma Loew Martinez Napolitano Noy Opell Payne Ramirez Rizzo Rosner Rothbort Ruffus Ruiz Schaefer Tong Tsourovakas Wang Zastawny Zeideia Zeitlin
  	MONDAY Parent Outreach	TUESDAY Parent Outreach	WEDNESDAY Student Outreach	THURSDAY Student Outreach	FRIDAY Student Outreach
  AFTERNOON 2:20 - 2:50 pm	Arabachian Baez-Rodriguez Candela D. Collin W. Collins Colon Cruz Morante Dolan Feliz Husbands Gilkes Glenn Gomez He Kadin Kladopoulos Michalowicz Narain Noy Payen Pon Randolph Restrepo Robert Rosenberg Royer Ruffus Vogel Wright Zeideia Zheng	Arabachian Baez-Rodriguez Candela D. Collin W. Collins Colon Cruz Morante Dolan Feliz Fink Husbands Gilkes Glenn Gomez He Kadin Kladopoulos Michalowicz Narain Noy Payen Pon Randolph Restrepo Robert Rosenberg Royer Ruffus Vogel Wright Zeideia Zheng	Arabachian Baez-Rodriguez Candela D. Collin W. Collins Colon Cruz Morante Dolan Feliz Husbands Gilkes Glenn He Kadin Kladopoulos Michalowicz Narain Noy Payen Pon Randolph Restrepo Robert Rosenberg Royer Ruffus Vogel Wright Zeideia Zheng	Arabachian Baez-Rodriguez Candela D. Collin W. Collins Colon Cruz Morante Dolan Feliz Fink Husbands Gilkes Glenn He Kadin Kladopoulos Michalowicz Narain Noy Payen Pon Randolph Restrepo Robert Rosenberg Royer Ruffus Vogel Wright Zeideia Zheng	Arabachian Baez-Rodriguez Candela D. Collin W. Collins Colon Cruz Morante Dolan Feliz Husbands Gilkes Glenn Gomez He Kadin Kladopoulos Michalowicz Narain Payen Pon Randolph Restrepo Robert Rosenberg Royer Vogel Wright Zheng

   

  Staff Organization Sheet

  JHS 190 RUSSELL SAGE - ORGANIZATION SHEET- 2021-2022
  	If your concern is not listed below, please call the main office (718)-830-4970 to be forwarded to the correct person.
  PROTOCOL
  	Position	Contact Person	Contact Email / Extension	Concern
  FIRST	2nd Period Teacher	Individual to Student - See PupilPath		-Daily Attendance (absence & or lateness)
  	Teacher	Individual to Student - See PupilPath		-Curriculum -Homework Policy -Student Progress (behavior, attendance, grades ) -Student to Student Issues -Google Classroom Codes
  	Pupil Accounting	Ms. Camus	mcamus@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 1483	-Provide documentation for absences (excused/unexcused) -Student Registration -Student Discharge -Operoo
  	School Aide	Ms. Palandro	Distributed during student lunch / Rm 141 ext. 1413	-Metro Cards
  	Nurse	Mr. Tabaku	atabaku@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 1541	-Student medical documentation
  	Secretary	Ms. Gabby	GLoiacono@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 0	-CAASS -Student ID Cards -Operoo
  	Parent Coordinator	Ms. Obata	sobata@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 1561	-Parent Workshops -PTA Sponsered after-school programs -PupilPath Registration -CAASS -NYC Schools Account
  SECOND	Dean - Grades 6-8	Dr. Alban	palban@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 1404	-Student to student behavior issues -Mediation -Grade Level Activities
  SPEAK TO GRADE LEVEL GUIDANCE COUNSELORS, DEAN OR SOCIAL WORKER	Guidance - Grade 6	Ms. Del Rio	icolomedelrio@schools.nyc.gov / 3234	-Mediation -Counselling Services -Social/Emotional Support -Class Concerns -Google Classroom Codes -DOE Student Account (nycstudents.net)
  	Guidance - Grade 7	Ms. Ebony	ecochran2@schools.nyc.gov / 1481	-Mediation -Counselling Services -Social/Emotional Support -Class Concerns -Google Classroom Codes -DOE Student Account (nycstudents.net)
  	Guidance - Grade 8	Ms. Goldstein	mgoldstein5@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 1402	-High School Application -Mediation -Counselling Services -Social/Emotional Support -Class Concerns -Google Classroom Codes -DOE Student Account (nycstudents.net)
  	Social Worker - Grades 6-8	Mr. Botta	jbotta3@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 1522	-Social Emotional Support -Mediation -Crisis Intervention Services -Counselling Services
  THIRD	Assistant Principal - Grade 6	Ms. Monahan	smonaha@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 1061	-Concerns regarding Talent, Physical Education, Social Studies or Special Education teachers -Grade 6 Questions/Concerns/Events -Student / Teacher Issues for Grade 6 students
  SPEAK TO GRADE LEVEL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL	Assistant Principal - Grade 7	Ms. Meneses	cmeneses2@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 2071	-Concerns regarding Math and Science teachers -Grade 7 Questions/Concerns/Events -Student / Teacher Issues for Grade 7 students -CAASS
  	Assistant Principal - Grade 8	Ms. Aulicino	jaulicino@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 3061	-Concerns regarding ELA, Foreign Language and/or ENL teachers -Grade 8 Questions/Concerns/Events -Student / Teacher Issues for Grade 8 students

   

  Homework Guideline 2021-2022

  Posting of and Length of Homework Assignments

  Homework may not be assigned or posted any later than 2:20 p.m. for any task that is due the following school day. Homework for each course should not exceed 30 minutes each school night.  Long-term projects should be assigned well in advance with adequate time to complete the projects. If a student is unable to consistently complete homework assignments within these limits, first take stock of the homework environment to make any changes that would contribute to a more efficient completion of  homework: organize the student’s workspace, make the workspace quiet, and eliminate distractions such as  social media, video games, etc.  Teachers may assign homework in advance but must follow the nightly homework limit. For example, if 2  hours of homework are assigned at a time for class, the entire assignment should be spread across at least 4 nights (30 minutes per evening).

  Long Term Assignments

  Long term assignments, defined as any project spanning 2+ days, should have check-ins and provide feedback to students prior to the final submission.

  Submitting Homework

  Homework submitted in person may not be due any earlier than at the start of class. For example, if a class is at 10:24 a.m. Monday, homework may not be collected any earlier than 10:24 a.m. Monday. Online homework may not be due any earlier than 8 a.m. the day that it is due. For example, if the class is at  10:24 a.m. Monday, online homework may not be due any earlier than 8 a.m. Monday.  Assignments submitted blank will be considered late.   Students caught cheating or plagiarizing will receive an automatic 0 for the assignment.  There will be only 1 opportunity to resubmit.   Students are expected to complete their homework assignments and turn them in on their due dates.

  Teacher Review of Homework

  Teachers will review and return homework in a timely fashion (5 business days) and, to the extent possible, review the material on homework assignments before the corresponding exam.

  Vacation Policy

  This section refers to three vacation periods: Winter Break, Midwinter Recess, and Spring Break.  Teachers will not assign any homework, projects, or extra credit for completion over a vacation period as school vacations are intended to provide an opportunity for students and teachers alike to rest, recharge, and spend time with their families.  Projects that were assigned well in advance of a vacation period may not be due until at least two school days after returning from vacation.

  Religious Holidays

  If a student will be observing a religious holiday, including one in which school is closed and would like to  request an extension on homework, the student must contact the teacher in advance and must provide a parent’s or guardian’s note (if requested by the teacher). The length of the extension granted may vary upon  the agreement between the teacher and either the student or parent/guardian.

  Extenuating Circumstances

  Students with family or medical emergencies are encouraged to communicate to both their teachers and their assigned school counselor that something serious is impacting their ability to meet a deadline so that teachers are then informed and can grant an extension for extenuating circumstances.

  Problem Resolution

  If a student is having trouble submitting assignments or work correctly - students and/or parents should reach out to the teacher or the guidance department for assistance.   If a student finds themself in a situation in which they believe these expectations and policies have not been followed, the student should use the Escalation Path to try to resolve the issue. The purpose of the  path is to encourage student advocacy and to encourage collaboration between teachers, school counselors, and the administration.  Escalation Path → 2021-2022 JHS 190 Organization Sheet

   

  After School Programs 

  Math Team Tryout

  We are pleased to launch the Russell Sage Math team! Tryouts are scheduled next month.  Parents/Guardians must register students for tryouts. 

   

  After PM dismissal, students trying out for the team will report to room 330.  If you are not registered, you will not be allowed to participate in the tryouts.   ** Register here **

  We will not provide materials (scrap paper, calculators or pencils).  Please be advised that there will be NO MAKE-UP DATES.  

  
  
  

  Timeline for 6th & & 7th Grade	Timeline for 8th Grade
  Sep 24( Fri)  - Oct. 1st ( Fri)  ( Registration will include permission slip for after school activity)	Sep 24( Fri)  - Oct. 1st ( Fri)  (Registration will include permission slip for after school activity)
  Tryout  When: Oct. 6  2:20 PM- 3:30 PM   Oct.13 2:20 PM- 3:30 PM   Oct. 20 2:20 PM- 3:30 PM   *This is the only opportunity to try out for the team. Students must attend all 3 sessions. There will be no make-up opportunities* Where: Report to Room 330  Reminder - Student must attend all three dates to be considered What do I need to bring:  -Graphing Calculator -2 sheets of loose leaf  -2 sharpened pencils.	Tryout  When: Oct. 8  2:20 PM- 3:30 PM   *This is the only opportunity to tryout for the team. There will be no make-up opportunities* Where: Students report to Room 330.  What do I need to bring:  -Graphing Calculator -2 sheets of loose leaf  -2 sharpened pencils.
  RESULTS: Oct 21, 2021 Results will be a sum of all 3 assessments. The team will be announced outside of Rm. 330 If your child’s name appears on the list, they have made the team.  If your child’s name is not on the list, they did not make the team.	RESULTS: Oct 21, 2021 Result will be announced outside of Rm. 330 If your child’s name appears on the list, they have made the team.  If your child’s name is not on the list, they did not make the team.
  Starting on Oct 27, 2021 until May 25, 2021 Team meets every Wednesday @2:20 PM - 3:30 PM  G6 Math Team report to Room 330 G7 Math Team  report to Room	Starting on Oct 29, 2021 until May 27, 2021 Team meets every Friday @ 2:20 PM - 3:30 PM  G8 Math Team report to Room 330

  
  
  

  Art Club

  Due to the high demand,  the ART CLUB  will open more sessions throughout the year for many students to participate. Deadline is also extended to this weekend. 

   

  It will be held on every Thursday in person after school till 5pm except school holidays. 

  The club starts October 14th 2021 and ends June 6 2022.

  The deadline to apply to Art Club is October 2nd. 

   

  If anybody is interested in the art club please fill out the following form. 

   

  The students will receive an email and Google classroom code by Tuesday, October 5th.

  Please visit our online art gallery:

  https://sites.google.com/russellsagems.org/artgallery/home

  https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1wWl9y1NyHFLOef-upY9Qx0-LgTBV8u__4hPjAdhv-qA/edit?usp=sharing

   

  If questions or concerns should arise, please feel free to email Ms. Wang - <XWang13@schools.nyc.gov>.

  Life Skills

  Attention 6th and 7th grade students:

  You are invited to join our life skills training group where students will learn daily life skills and begin to take the steps needed to be productive in today's society.

  Topics will include:

  • Social awareness, 

  • Time management

  • Communication

  • Setting goals

  • Coping skills      and more!

  In-person group will be meeting on Tuesday's starting October 26 @ 2:30-3:30 PM

  To sign up email:

  Ms. Cochran, ECochran2@schools.nyc.gov and / or

  Ms. Goldstein, MGoldstein5@schools.nyc.gov 

   

  List of Extracurricular Activities as of October 1st, 2021

  Program	Grade	Room	Day of week	Time	Start Date	End Date	Teacher
  Math Team - Grade 6	6	TBA	Wed	2:20PM-3:30PM	October 6	May 25	Collins
  Math Team - Grade 7	7	TBA	Wed	2:20PM-3:30PM	October 6	May 25	Collins
  Math Team - Grade 8	8	330	Friday	2:20 - 3:30	October 8	May 27	Collins
  ART Club	ALL		Thursday		October 14	June 6	Wang
  Modern Band	ALL	242 (library)	Thursday	3:00 - 4:30	October 14
  Beacon by Queens Community House	ALL	Contact the Program Coordinator at QCH,  Malti McClean <mmcclean@qchnyc.org>
  SHSAT prep	7	TBD
  Title III	Grade 6 - 8 ELL Student	141 & 143	Wed. - Thurs.	2:30 - 4:21	October 20		Restrepo
  LegoRobotics	ELL Students	317	Wed. - Thurs.	2:30 - 4:00	October		Kim
  Life Skills	Grade 6/7	152	Tuesday	2:25 - 3:55	October 26		Goldstein Ebony
  Call to Action Teen Discussion	ALL	Remote	Friday	4:00 - 5:30	October 29		Goldstein Ebony

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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• School Supply List

  School Supply list , Dress code and Cell Phone policy for the 2021- 2022 school year . 

  General Supplies (Each teacher will provide students with a list of supplies needed for their class in September.)

  ● Loose leaf binder, lined loose leaf paper, dividers ● Pocket folders ● Page protectors ● Pens (blue or black) and #2 pencils with erasers ● Book bag or backpack ● 4-5 marble-cover composition books (to be kept at home until needed) ● 1 box of tissues ● 1 ream of copy paper (white) ● All 6th grade students and 7th grade students will need scientific calculators. We recommend that they purchase a Texas Instruments TI-30X IIS Scientific Calculator. This is the model that we generally use in the classrooms. ● All 8th grade students will be taking the Algebra I curriculum and will need a Texas Instrument TI-84 Graphing Calculator. Students will use graphing calculators for their Algebra I Regents and scientific calculators for NYS exam. ● The science department recommends that each student have a flash drive. ● Gym uniforms ( T-shirt & shorts ) are mandatory and will be available for purchase online. ● Masks will be worn throughout the day. ● All students are required to bring in a book for independent reading throughout the year

  • Supply list 2021-2022 docx.pdf

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• Gym Uniform Online Store .

  Get ready for the Fall ! 

  Visit online store : www.smoothusa.com/JHS190Q

  Note : T-shirt and Mesh shorts are requirements. Other items are optional. 

   

  Window	Date Range	Approx Distribution  Date
  Ordering Window 1	today-8/17/21	Week of 9/19
  Ordering Window 2	8/18/21-9/26/21	Week of 10/18
  Ordering Window 3	9/27/21-10/20/21	Week of 11/8
  Ordering Window 4	10/21/21-11/21/21	Week of 12/13
  Ordering Window 5	11/22/21-1/10/22	Week of 1/31/22

   

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