PS/IS 48 - William G. Wilcox

PS/IS 48 News Feed

• Parent Teacher Conferences

  Parent Teacher Conferences will be held virtually on Thursday, March 3, 2022 from 12:20PM-2:20PM and 4:30PM-7:30PM.  The teachers will schedule appointments for virtual conferences after the winter break.  You will receive a message through Class DoJo (Grades PreK-5) or email via Operoo and Pupil Path (Grades 6-8) from the teachers that will prompt you to select a meeting time.  You will receive a link to a virtual meeting.  

   

  Thursday, March 3, 2022 is also a half day of school for students in grades PreK-8.  Students will be dismissed at 11:20AM.  Compass, SONYC and After Care are canceled on Thursday, November 4.  Students will be served lunch and yellow school buses will be available for those who use the service.  

   

  Please make every effort to meet with your child’s teacher.  This opportunity to communicate is an important aspect of our educational program. 

   

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• Enjoy your Mid-Winter Break

  All NYC Public Schools will be closed for Mid-Winter Break from Monday 2/21/22 - Friday 2/25/22.  There will be no in-person learning or assignments posted during this week.  School will resume, in person, on Monday 2/28/22.

  Please remember to administer the at-home, rapid COVID tests on Saturday 2//26 & Sunday 2/27.

  We hope you all have a safe, relaxing and fun break.  

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• At- Home COVID Tests Kits

  The DoE has provided take home, rapid COVID tests to all students who have NOT had COVID-19 within the past 90 days. These tests are to be used BEFORE the students return to school from Mid-Winter Break. There is a letter accompanying the test kits explaining how/when to administer the tests. The first test must be administered on Saturday 2/26/22; the second test must be administered on Sunday 2/27/22. If BOTH tests are negative, your child may return to school on Monday 2/28/22. If either test is positive, your child will NOT be allowed to return to school until the end of the quarantine period.

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• Lunar New Year Celebration

  To celebrate the Lunar New Year, wear your traditional Lunar New Year clothing or dress in red and/or gold this Monday 1/31/22.

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• #HonorOurHeroes

  On Friday, January 28, 2022, we will honor fallen Police Officers, Jason Rivera and Wilbert Mora. We will recognize and celebrate hero Detective Dominick Libretti. 

  As a school community we will wear blue to support and honor our heroes.

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• February Calendar Dates

  We have lots of fun activities planned for the month of February as we celebrate Lunar New Year, 2/2/22, and Respect for All Week (more information about Respect for All Week to follow).

   

  In addition to this calendar, please join us by wearing blue on Friday to support our heroes of the NYPD.  We are also asking our students to wear red or gold on Monday to celebrate Lunar New Year.  

   

  Please check the calendar for all of the special dates & activities!

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• DOE School-wide Notification Positive Case

  1/26/2022 2:23 PM

  I am writing to notify you that a member or members of our school community have tested positive for COVID-19 and may have exposed others while at school.
  Below you will find guidance on next steps that will help keep our school community healthy and safe. The information below reflects the expertise of the Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), Test &; Trace Corp (T2), and the New York City Department of Education (DOE).

  What Happens Now?

  ● Students and staff who shared classroom space with the individual who tested positive will receive at-home tests with guidance and directions.
  ● The Situation Room will monitor our school for any further interventions.
  ● Anyone with a positive COVID-19 test will not return to the school until they are no longer infectious.
  ● All areas visited by the person with COVID-19 will be deep cleaned and disinfected.
  ● If your child is feeling sick, keep them at home.

  How do we stay healthy?

  Vaccination is the most important tool we have to protect ourselves from COVID-19. All New Yorkers age 5 or older are eligible to be vaccinated for COVID-19. People who are between 5 and 17 years old are eligible for the Pfizer vaccine only; all older ages are eligible for all three vaccines. We encourage all eligible students to get vaccinated. Find a vaccine site today at https://vaccinefinder.nyc.gov/. There is no cost to be vaccinated.

  Please remember to follow these important actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:

  1. Stay home if sick (except to get essential medical care, including COVID-19 testing).
  2. Wear a face covering to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
  3. Practice healthy hand hygiene: Wash your hands often or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer; avoid touching your face; and cover your cough or sneeze with your arm, not your hands.

  How can I stay updated?

  We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.

  To help New Yorkers quarantine, the NYC Test + Trace Corps partners with community-based organizations to connect individuals to resources like food, medicine, and health care. To connect with resources, you can call 1-212-COVID19 (212-268-4319).

  For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.

  Sincerely,
  Allison Odonnell

  P.S. 048 - William G. Wilcox

• DOE School-wide Notification Positive Case

  1/18/2022 4:47 PM

  I am writing to notify you that a member or members of our school community have tested positive for COVID-19 and may have exposed others while at school.
  Below you will find guidance on next steps that will help keep our school community healthy and safe. The information below reflects the expertise of the Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), Test &; Trace Corp (T2), and the New York City Department of Education (DOE).

  What Happens Now?

  ● Students and staff who shared classroom space with the individual who tested positive will receive at-home tests with guidance and directions.
  ● The Situation Room will monitor our school for any further interventions.
  ● Anyone with a positive COVID-19 test will not return to the school until they are no longer infectious.
  ● All areas visited by the person with COVID-19 will be deep cleaned and disinfected.
  ● If your child is feeling sick, keep them at home.

  How do we stay healthy?

  Vaccination is the most important tool we have to protect ourselves from COVID-19. All New Yorkers age 5 or older are eligible to be vaccinated for COVID-19. People who are between 5 and 17 years old are eligible for the Pfizer vaccine only; all older ages are eligible for all three vaccines. We encourage all eligible students to get vaccinated. Find a vaccine site today at https://vaccinefinder.nyc.gov/. There is no cost to be vaccinated.

  Please remember to follow these important actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:

  1. Stay home if sick (except to get essential medical care, including COVID-19 testing).
  2. Wear a face covering to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
  3. Practice healthy hand hygiene: Wash your hands often or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer; avoid touching your face; and cover your cough or sneeze with your arm, not your hands.

  How can I stay updated?

  We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.

  To help New Yorkers quarantine, the NYC Test + Trace Corps partners with community-based organizations to connect individuals to resources like food, medicine, and health care. To connect with resources, you can call 1-212-COVID19 (212-268-4319).

  For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.

  Sincerely,
  Allison Odonnell

  P.S. 048 - William G. Wilcox

• DOE School-wide Notification Positive Case

  1/14/2022 1:17 PM

  Dear P.S. 048 William G. Wilcox at 1050 Targee Street Family:

  I am writing to notify you that a member or members of our school community have tested positive for COVID-19 and may have exposed others while at school.
  Below you will find guidance on next steps that will help keep our school community healthy and safe. The information below reflects the expertise of the Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), Test &; Trace Corp (T2), and the New York City Department of Education (DOE).

  What Happens Now?

  ● Students and staff who shared classroom space with the individual who tested positive will receive at-home tests with guidance and directions.
  ● The Situation Room will monitor our school for any further interventions.
  ● Anyone with a positive COVID-19 test will not return to the school until they are no longer infectious.
  ● All areas visited by the person with COVID-19 will be deep cleaned and disinfected.
  ● If your child is feeling sick, keep them at home.

  How do we stay healthy?

  Vaccination is the most important tool we have to protect ourselves from COVID-19. All New Yorkers age 5 or older are eligible to be vaccinated for COVID-19. People who are between 5 and 17 years old are eligible for the Pfizer vaccine only; all older ages are eligible for all three vaccines. We encourage all eligible students to get vaccinated. Find a vaccine site today at https://vaccinefinder.nyc.gov/. There is no cost to be vaccinated.

  Please remember to follow these important actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:

  1. Stay home if sick (except to get essential medical care, including COVID-19 testing).
  2. Wear a face covering to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
  3. Practice healthy hand hygiene: Wash your hands often or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer; avoid touching your face; and cover your cough or sneeze with your arm, not your hands.

  How can I stay updated?

  We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.

  To help New Yorkers quarantine, the NYC Test + Trace Corps partners with community-based organizations to connect individuals to resources like food, medicine, and health care. To connect with resources, you can call 1-212-COVID19 (212-268-4319).

  For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.

  Sincerely,
  Allison Odonnell

  P.S. 048 - William G. Wilcox

• DOE School-wide Notification Positive Case

  1/11/2022 1:00 PM

  Dear P.S. 048 William G. Wilcox at 1050 Targee Street Family:

  I am writing to notify you that a member or members of our school community have tested positive for COVID-19 and may have exposed others while at school.
  Below you will find guidance on next steps that will help keep our school community healthy and safe. The information below reflects the expertise of the Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), Test &; Trace Corp (T2), and the New York City Department of Education (DOE).

  What Happens Now?

  ● Students and staff who shared classroom space with the individual who tested positive will receive at-home tests with guidance and directions.
  ● The Situation Room will monitor our school for any further interventions.
  ● Anyone with a positive COVID-19 test will not return to the school until they are no longer infectious.
  ● All areas visited by the person with COVID-19 will be deep cleaned and disinfected.
  ● If your child is feeling sick, keep them at home.

  How do we stay healthy?

  Vaccination is the most important tool we have to protect ourselves from COVID-19. All New Yorkers age 5 or older are eligible to be vaccinated for COVID-19. People who are between 5 and 17 years old are eligible for the Pfizer vaccine only; all older ages are eligible for all three vaccines. We encourage all eligible students to get vaccinated. Find a vaccine site today at https://vaccinefinder.nyc.gov/. There is no cost to be vaccinated.

  Please remember to follow these important actions to prevent COVID-19 transmission:

  1. Stay home if sick (except to get essential medical care, including COVID-19 testing).
  2. Wear a face covering to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
  3. Practice healthy hand hygiene: Wash your hands often or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer; avoid touching your face; and cover your cough or sneeze with your arm, not your hands.

  How can I stay updated?

  We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. To ensure we can reach you via text and email, please create a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.

  To help New Yorkers quarantine, the NYC Test + Trace Corps partners with community-based organizations to connect individuals to resources like food, medicine, and health care. To connect with resources, you can call 1-212-COVID19 (212-268-4319).

  For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311.

  Sincerely,
  Allison Odonnell

  P.S. 048 - William G. Wilcox