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Fall Registration 

Welcome to Russell Sage JHS 190! We are so excited that you will be joining us for the 2024-2025 school year. To help make this transition as easy and comfortable, as possible, for you and your child, here are a few important pieces of information that we will need from parents and guardians in order to fully register your child:

  • Child MUST be present upon registration
  • Childs proof of age (birth certificate, passport, government issued ID)
  • Proof of Grade/ Transcripts
  • Child’s immunization records: Students being enrolled into the NYC Public Schools must be up to date on all the necessary vaccinations.
  • Two proofs of address in the parent or guardian’s name that is registering the child: The following proofs are eligible; Con Edison bill, gas bill, pay stub, phone bill, or W2’s. Any bill you submit must be dated within the last 60 days of registration. If you do not have a bill in your name and are residing in someone else’s home you must go to the NYC Public School website and fill out a Parent Affidavit Form. Whoever you are residing with must also fill out the form stating you are currently living with them. Please bring in that form as well as two proofs of address in their name.

To speed up the process, please scan the QR code below to download our registration packet. When you visit our school to register your child, please make sure you have this packet filled in as well as the proper documentation needed.  

We will be open for registration August 28th- 31st as well as September 5th from 9 am- 12 pm. Registration will be taken on a first come and first serve bases. Please be mindful that there is a possibility that you may have to wait or even return the following day as we have a limited time frame to process all of the new incoming registrations.

                                 We look forward to an amazing school year. Go owls!

  

2024-2025 Orientation

Find the orientation slide here.

  

The 2024-2025 orientation for incoming families is scheduled for August 28, 2024 at 9 AM in the school auditorium

 Registration required. 

Contact the Parent Coordinator, Mrs. Obata at sobata@schools.nyc.gov if you have not received the details. 

 

  

JHS190 Update/ Community Resources

JHS190 Update - September 4 , 2024 - Click here to view the original JHS190 Update

Table of Contents 

190 Communication Sheet

Family Income Inquiry Form

(formerly known as Lunch Form) 

Please complete it online!

 

Save the date! Back to school night - 9/19


Device Support Request


D28 CEC Meeting -9/5/2024

Gym Uniform 

Special Edition- Russell Sage Band T-shirt

Orientation for newly registered families


High School Admission Key dates


School Policy


JCAL Arts Classes Open House-9/7

  Adult Education/ Job Training

 

 

School Calendar

  • 9/5 First Day of School 
  • 9/13 Family Orientation/ NYC Schools Account info session for new families. Register here to attend. 
  • 9/16 Hispanic Heritage Month  10 AM
  • 9/19 Back to school night! 5pm -8pm Location: Virtual
  • 9/23 Gym Unform Window #2 Close 
  • 9/24 PTA General Membership Meeting 7 PM

Location: Zoom 

  • 9/25 SLT Meeting 7:30 AM

Location: RM 205 (in person) / Zoom


  • 10/4 & 10/5 Rosh Hashanah - schools closed
  • 10/14 Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples' Day, schools closed
  • 10/16 Senior Picture Day
  • 10/17 7th grade Picture Day
  • 10/18 6th grade Picture Day 
  • 10/16 SLT Meeting 7:30 AM  Location: RM 205 (in person) / Zoom 
  • 10/ 23  Family Financial Literacy Workshop 7 PM (Zoom)
  • 10/22 PTA General Membership Meeting       7 PM  

2024-2025 School Year Calendar

https://www.schools.nyc.gov/calendar/2024-2025-school-year-calendar

190 Communication Sheet

If you have any questions or concerns, please use the 190 Communication sheet to contact staff. 

JHS 190 RUSSELL SAGE - COMMUNICATION SHEET- 2024-2025

 

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 NYCSA or Teachhub See the Faculty Directory for teacher emails

-Daily Attendance (absence & or lateness)

Teacher

Individual to Student - See NYCSA or Teachhub See the Faculty Directory for teacher emails

-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 Ms. Maria

Distributed during student lunch / Rm 141 ext. 1413

-Metro Cards - Ms. Palandro -Working Papers - Ms. Maria

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

 

Parent Coordinator

Ms. Obata

sobata@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 1051

-Parent Workshops -PTA Sponsered after-school programs -PupilPath Registration -CAASS -NYC Schools Account

         

SECOND

Dean - Grades 7-8

Dr. Alban

palban@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 2412

-Student to student behavior issues -Mediation -Grade Level Activities

 

Dean - Grade 6

Ms. Payne

fpayne@schools.nyc.gov/ ext. 1523

-Student to student behavior issues -Mediation -Grade Level Activitie

SPEAK TO GRADE LEVEL GUIDANCE COUNSELORS, DEAN OR SOCIAL WORKER

Guidance - Grade 6

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)

Guidance - Grade 7

Ms. Del Rio

icolomedelrio@schools.nyc.gov / 1403

-Mediation -Counselling Services -Social/Emotional Support -Class Concerns -Google Classroom Codes -DOE Student Account (nycstudents.net)

Guidance - Grade 8

Ms. Ebony

ecochran2@schools.nyc.gov / 1404

-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. 3234

-Social Emotional Support -Mediation -Crisis Intervention Services -Counselling Services

         

THIRD

Assistant Principal Special Education & Safety

Ms. Monahan

smonaha@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 1061

Inquires specific to: Talent, Physical Education and Special Education teachers -Special Education Questions or concerns

SPEAK TO GRADE LEVEL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

Assistant Principal Grade 6

Mrs. Aulicino

jaulicino@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 3234

Inquires specific to:

ENL and World Language 6th Grade Questions/Concerns/Events Concerns re: Grade 6 students & Teachers

Assistant Principal Grade 7

Mrs. Meneses

cmeneses2@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 2071

Inquires specific to:

Math and Science 7th Grade Questions/Concerns/Events Concerns re: Grade 7 students & Teachers

Assistant Principal Grade 8

Mrs. Malizia

lmalizia@schools.nyc.gov / ext. 3061

Inquires specific to:

ELA and Social Studies 8th Grade Questions/Concerns/Events Concerns re: Grade 8 students & Teachers

         

 

Family Income Inquiry Form ( formerly known as Lunch Form)

Please complete the 2024-2025 Family Income Inquiry Form online - www.myschoolapps.com

 

The Family Income Inquiry Form is the basis for determining the school’s eligibility for the additional funding. 

 

  • Visit www.myschoolapps.com
  • Select New York City Schools as your district. 
  • You need your child’s 9 digit student ID # ( OSIS ID#)
  • Add your school - 28Q190
  • Click the Submit button
  • You will receive the email confirmation.

 

If families qualify according to the information provided with Family Income Inquiry Form, their child will be entitled to:

  • Priority group for the Diversity in High School Application. Find out High Schools that are participating in diiversity initiatives:  Diversity in Admissions
  • College Application waiver in High School
  • Advanced Placement (AP) Exam/ ACT fee waivers in High School 

 

Regardless of income, we ask all families to submit it annually so that our school can receive additional funding. 

If you need assistance to submit your form, please contact Ms. Obata at sobata@schools.nyc.gov or call  929-553-8492.



Device Support Request

If your child needs help with their home device, please fill out the following form:

Device Support Request Form

Once the form is submitted and we confirm that your child is not assigned a device from any NYC Public Schools, we will distribute a device to students.

 It is important to note that this device is for home use ONLY and should only be used by the assigned student. DO NOT SHARE the usage with family members.  Loaned devices are NOT expected to be brought to school, as all classrooms have computer access. 

For more information about the school device, please visit the NYCPS Website: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learning/digital-learning/ipads-and-laptops/your-doe-loaned-ipad-or-laptop.

If students have questions or need to return their device, they can see Ms. Obata or Ms. Arrata in room 105 during period 2 on Tuesdays.

The loaned devices must be returned to us prior to leaving JHS190 ( Transfer to another school, graduation, or other departures)

Please contact Mrs. Obata at sobata@schools.nyc.gov for any questions. 

*** The loaned devices are expected to be handed out next week. Students or families do not need to pick up.

Save the date! Back to school night - 9/19

We invite families to our Curriculum Night on Thursday, 9/19/24 from 5-8:00 pm!  You will have an opportunity to follow your child’s schedule, meet their teachers and learn about instructors' expectations, policies, procedures as well as the curriculum for the school year. This is a general meet and greet with your child’s teacher. 

More information will be available soon!

 

District28 CEC Meeting - 9/5/2024

Dear D28 Community, 

 Please join us at the next Hybrid CEC 28 Calendar and Business Meeting on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at 6:30pm. Please see the attached revised agenda and resolutions for your reference.  

 CEC 28 September Hybrid Calendar and Business Meeting

Date & Time: September 5, 2024, at 6:30PM  

In-Person location: District 28 Office at 90-27 Sutphin Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11435

Or 

Join Via ZOOM

Register here:https://nycdoe.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwtdOqrrTIvEt3yhJjs-7BOMN7zSRyFX9L2

 For Spanish Interpretation   Dial: 347-966-4114 / PIN: 213 847 320#

Gym Uniform 

Gym uniform is now available to purchase online for Fall.

Visit  WWW.SMOOTHUSA.COM/JHS190Q .

 

Please note:

***T-shirt and mesh shorts are required to wear in PE class. Other items are optional.

 

Ordering windows are as follows:

  

Window #

Ordering Window Open/Close Date

Approx. Distribution Date

Ordering Window #1:

Today -8/19

early September

Ordering Window #2:

8/20-9/23

Mid October

Ordering Window #3:

9/24-10/16

Early November

 

  • Purchased items are shipped to school, and PE teachers will distribute them during gym periods.
  • Your order during Window #1 and Window #2 help the school fundraiser! Please consider ordering by September 18. 

 

Also, The special edition “I’m with the Band” T-shirt  is only available during Window #1 and Window #2

 

 

Special Edition Russell Sage Band T-shirt

We have a unique opportunity for our students and families who are purchasing PE uniforms!  Any purchase of an "I'm With the Band" shirt will not only count as part of your child's PE uniform, but your purchase will help offset the cost of the 2025 band competition in Music in the Parks.

Consider purchasing one for every family member to show support for Russell Sage Band.  The cost of these special edition shirts is $17.00. 




Orientation Slide for incoming families

If you have missed the orientation on 8/29, we have another opportunity to learn about Russell Sage. Tthe orientation / Family workshop - Learn about NYC Schools Account will be held on September 13th at 9 AM in person. 

Register here to attend. 

Date: September 13, 2024 

Time: 9 AM - 10 AM 

Location: JHS190

 

You can find the presentation slide on our website and below: 

 

High School Admission key Dates 

Below are the key dates for high school admissions this year. Find more on the NYCPS website . The admission letters are forthcoming.  

  • Tuesday, October 1, 2024: High School Application, LaGuardia Application, and Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT) Registration Opens 
  • Friday, October 18, 2024: SHSAT Registration Closes 
  • Wednesday, October 30, 2024: SHSAT School Day Testing 
  • Sat / Sun, November 16-17, 2024: SHSAT Testing (8th grade students not participating in school day testing)
  • Wednesday, December 4, 2024: High School Application Closes 
  • Sat / Sun, December 7-8, 2024: SHSAT Testing (9th grade students)
  • Thursday, March 6, 2025: High School Offer Release 

Please note these dates are subject to change. 

High School directory can be found in MYSchools Account. 

***Ms. Ebony, our 8th grade school counselor, will schedule the High school admission workshops. More information is forthcoming!  

School Policy

 

Bell Schedule

 

Attendance

If your child is absent, students should submit a signed note/doctor’s note to your child’s 2nd-period teachers or the main office when they return to school.


Early Dismissal/Pickup

It's important to note that only adults (18 years or older) who are listed in the Emergency Contact can pick up students. In order to ensure that this information is up-to-date, please review and update the "Emergency Contact" section in your NYC Schools Account every Fall.

 

Transportation 

Eligible students will receive Metrocards automatically based on their home address. No need to apply. If students lose their cards, they can speak to Ms. Joann Palandro (Email in the cafeteria during lunch. 


Bus Transportation information is posted in NYCSA. Specialized transportations are available for students whose IEP recommends this service. 

NYC School Bus App -  Download the NYC School Bus Ap

 

NYC Schools Account for Guardians (NYCSA): Please make sure that you have access to NYCSA so that you can stay connected with your child's school. Teachers and staff use the messaging system through NYCSA (GAMA) to communicate with families regarding important updates, announcements, and events. Teachers and staff use the messaging system through NYCSA( GAMA) to communicate with families.


If you have trouble logging into NYCSA or need to update your email, contact Mrs. Obata.


Password for Student Account ( @nycstudents.net

Parents/Guardians can reset their password in NYCSA. Click on “Manage account”. Students can also see their school counselor for their TeachHub assistance.


Blue Card/ Emergency Contact  : Make sure to update your "Emergency Contact" in NYCSA. **See Early Dismissal /pickup.

 

Family Income Inquiry Form

Please complete this form online - www.myschoolapps.com


The Family Income Inquiry Form is the basis for determining the school’s eligibility for the TITLE I funding. 

  • Select New York City Schools as your district. 
  • You need your child’s 9 digit student ID # ( OSIS ID#)
  • Add your school - 28Q190
  • Click the Submit button. 
  • You will receive the email confirmation.
 

Breakfast & Lunch 

Free breakfast is available starting at 7:30 AM. Lunch is also free in all NYC public schools.



Breakfast &Lunch Menus can be found in the NYCPS website: 


     

 

2024-2025 MARKING PERIOD DATES

MP 1

 September 5, 2024 – November 1, 2024

(Report Cards distributed on November 11, 2024)

  MP 2  

November 4, 2024 – January 10, 2025

(Report Cards distributed on January 20, 2025)

  MP 3 

January 13, 2025 – March 14, 2025

(Report Cards distributed on March 24, 2025) 

  MP 4 

March 17, 2025 – June 23, 2025

(Report Cards distributed on June 23, 2025)

  MP 5 →school average of all 4 marking periods

 

Visitors 

Make sure to bring your PHYSICAL picture ID and sign in at the security desk. 


Acceptable IDs:

NY State License

US Passport

Foreign Passport

NYC ID card 

Other government-issued ID

 Not Acceptable IDs:

Gym Membership ID 

Library cards

other non-government-issued ID



Community Events

JCAL Arts Classes Open House

Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning

 

This Saturday!

JCAL Art Classes Open House - Fall Semester

September 7th, 12 pm

161-04 Jamaica Avenue

 

Join us at JCAL as we kick off our Fall 2024 semester with a day of family-friendly fun!

JCAL Arts Classes Open House will feature workshops with Professional Teaching Artists. Attendees will get a hands-on feel for each of our classes as our teaching artists lead interactive workshops.

Classes include Ceramics, Piano, Acting, Fashion Design, Animation, Voice, Painting and more! To view our full lineup of classes, tap here



RSVP Here

 

Adult Education/ Job Training

SUNY Queens EOC is enrolling NOW for its TUITION-FREE college preparation program, Pathways to College:

Pathways-to-College (College Preparation): - 8 weeks in-person

Classes meet in-person/day session from 9:00 AM - 1:15 PM, Monday - Friday.

Courses include Reading for College, Pre-College Math, English Composition, Computing for College, Research Paper Writing, Master Student Seminar. Must possess a High School/High School Equivalency diploma for admissions consideration. Excellent, experienced Instructors prepare students for the rigors of entering college as first-year Freshman college students.

SUNY Queens EOC College Fair - October 17, 2024 - 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM (2nd Floor of the EOC)

  •                 Meet representatives from various colleges and universities that will provide valuable information about colleges/universities and the admissions process.
  •                 Obtain answers to financial aid questions, state grants, scholarships, and on-campus aid, and much more.
  •                 Learn about various majors/minors, campus life, research projects, daycare on campus, counseling, advisement, clubs and activities etc.
  •                 Get valuable information on college "Opportunity Programs" in CUNY, SUNY, Private colleges, and others. For example, the SEEK program, College Discovery, HEOP, EOP, ASAP, etc. Enrollment in one of these programs in colleges can drastically reduce your college costs while earning a valuable degree in the field of your choice. College is affordable; come to the college fair to learn more...save the flyer and the date. Share them with your colleagues and all your programs' participants.  

 

For consideration in the above college preparation program, your clients must complete the EOC online application to start the admissions process. Please visit the Queens EOC website at https://queenseoc.net Please select the APPLY ONLINE button to complete the application. 

Queens EOC TUITION-FREE academic preparation and career training programs and services for eligible applicants: 

 

YONDR - How to use the pouch

YONDR, Phone-Free Space, begins February 26, 2024

   

Find 2024 Yonder Adoption.pdf to learn about  Yondr.

Dear Sage Families,

We will be making our school a phone-free space to improve teaching and learning using a system called Yondr beginning February 26th. Yondr has been implemented in over 2,000 schools across 16 countries to facilitate an engaged learning environment. 

We believe that phones have great utility. We have also found that learning and social behavior improve drastically when students are fully engaged with their teachers and classmates.

The Yondr Program utilizes a simple, secure pouch that stores a phone. Every student will secure their phone in a personally assigned Yondr pouch when they arrive at school. Students will maintain possession of their phones and will not use them until their pouches are opened at the end of the school day. Students are required to bring their Yondr pouch to and from school each day and are responsible for their pouch at all times. 

We received responses to our annual surveys from over 1,200 school partners, and after implementing the Yondr Education Program:

  • 84% saw a change in student engagement
  • 72% saw a positive change in student behavior
  • 68% saw a positive change in academic performance

Of our most recent impact survey of over 370 of our school partners:

  • 86% saw a positive impact in student safety and wellness

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your grade level AP:

6th - Dr. Meneses - cmeneses2@schools.nyc.gov

7th - AP Malizia - lmalizia@schools.nyc.gov

8th - AP Aulicino - jaulicino@schools.nyc.gov

If there is an emergency and you would like to get in contact with your child, please reach out to our Main Office at 718-830-4970 ext.0.

In an effort to best serve your child, we appreciate your full support in adoption of the Yondr Program at our school.

 

PTA Announcements

  • PTA General Membership Meeting

    Welcome back to the new school year. Please join us for the first PTA General Membership Meeting on Tuesday,  September 24, 2024 at 7 PM.

    Join Zoom Meeting:  Linkt to be emailed to parents and guardians of Russell Sage. 

     If you have any questions, contact the PTA Executive Board at secretaryPTA190@gmail.com

     

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Guidance Announcements

  • School Counselors & Social Worker

    Counseling & Social Worker Corner
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Russell Sage Introduction Video

CBS segment with John Elliott -JHS 190 woodworking class!

Reach Out

Shoko Obata, Parent Coordinator

Email :sobata@schools.nyc.gov  Call: 718-830-4970 ext. 1052

 

ADMINISTRATION

John Greggo, Principal

jgreggo@schools.nyc.gov

Josephine Aulicino, Assistant Principal

jaulicino@schools.nyc.gov

Susan Monahan, Assistant Principal 

smonaha@schools.nyc.gov

Caroline Meneses, Assistant Principal

cmeneses2@schools.nyc.gov

Lakendra Malizia, Assistant Principal

lmalizia@schools.nyc.gov