WELCOME BACK!
Hello everyone,
I hope that you are enjoying the summer and getting ready for a fabulous school year! We are all delighted that you are part of our learning community! As September is just around the corner, I'd like to welcome you to Young Diplomats Magnet Academy. Our faculty are looking forward to hearing about your summer adventures and meeting our newest Diplomats while catching up with our current students. It is our goal to create an enriched learning environment that engages each student.
Parents and family members play a key role in the academic success of our students; therefore, school/ parent communication is crucial. Make sure to look out for our monthly newsletter which includes information about the current units of study in each grade, workshops being offered, and all upcoming events. It is important to check your child's "Homework folder" which will have notices that might require your signature. All our teachers will be using Class Dojo to keep you informed of your child's daily progress. Make sure that you accept the Class Dojo invitation from them to receive all updates and communication.
HOURS OF OPERATION:
- Monday- Friday 8:10am- 2:30 pm
- Arrival & Breakfast 8:10am
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Academic Enrichment (After School students in K-5th): 2:30 pm- 5:30 pm
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Lunch: 11:10 pm- 12:00 pm
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Nap (Pre-K students): 12:00 pm- 1:00pm
IMPORTANT DATES:
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SEPTEMBER 5TH
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1ST DAY OF SCHOOL
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SEPTEMBER 12TH
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BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT
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SEPTEMBER 19TH
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DAD TAKE YOUR CHILD TO SCHOOL DAY
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ARRIVAL/ DISMISSAL PROCEDURES:
Upon arrival, all Pre-K and Kindergarten students enter through our small yard on 121st street between Lenox ave. and Adam Clayton Powell Blvd. Students in grades 1st- 5th will enter through the large yard on 121st street. Families and students should line up along the gate.
If you are running late, enter through the main entrance on 122nd street. Breakfast will be served at 8:15 am; late students will also receive breakfast. Students in grades Pre-K and K will be dismissed from the small yard and students in grades 1st-5th will be dismissed from the large yard. Please notify teachers in writing whenever there is a change in pick up person.
DURING THE FIRST WEEK:
- Parents should notify the school regarding medical conditions, dietary restrictions (i.e. dairy, no pork)
- Parents should fill out the emergency contact form and return it to the school.
EVERYDAY ITEMS:
- A backpack with their name on it.
- A change of clothes.
- Emergency contact name and phone number in their backpack.
CODE OF CONDUCT:
Please review the expectations and norms for our school with your child.
- Listen and follow the essential agreements created as a school community.
- Refrain from play fighting, horse playing or any other inappropriate physical contact to others.
- Be respectful and use caring words towards one another.
- Electronic games or toys should stay at home.
MEALS
- Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
- If your child has dietary restrictions, please provide them with lunch and a letter stating your child's dietary restrictions.
- Please refrain from sending sweets and unhealthy snacks.
COMMUNICATION
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Parents will receive communication through phone calls, email, and Class Dojo.
- Contact information below:
- Principal: Mrs. D. Desjardin- dgomez5@schools.nyc.gov
- Assistant Principal: Mrs. L. Ellman- lellman2@schools.nyc.gov
- School Secretary: Mrs. Celeste Ortega- cortega2@schools.nyc.gov
- YDMA phone # (212)678-2908 press 0 to reach the main office.
UNIFORM
Young Diplomats Magnet Academy is a uniform school. Our school uniform consists of a purple polo, grey pants/ skirt, or gym uniform which consists of a grey tee shirt and grey sweatpants on days that your child is scheduled for PE. Students can wear shirts without our logo which can be purchased at Cookies, Youngland, Lazarus or Burlington Coat Factory.
We are looking forward to a successful school year!
PS242 (03M242) - Young Diplomats Magnet Academy
