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Principal's Message

May 4, 2026

Dear PS 8 Families,

I hope you are doing well. I am reaching out to ask for your continued cooperation and partnership in ensuring that your child comes to school every day and on time.

When students miss school, even for a single day, it affects their understanding of new material, their confidence, and their overall academic progress. Consistent attendance helps children stay on track, build strong routines, and make steady, meaningful growth.

At this point in the year, our schoolwide attendance has declined compared to the same time last year. Currently, less than 60% of our students have an attendance rate of 90% or higher, which means many students are missing valuable instructional time.

Please remember that school is in full session, and all students are expected to attend every day and arrive on time.

We are committed to supporting every child. Our team will continue to follow up with families of students who are at risk or chronically absent to ensure they receive the support they need. Your partnership is essential, and together we can help every student finish the year strong.

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to your child’s success.

Respectfully,

Claudia Tahiraj-Sadrija

Principal

PS 8 Monthly Calendar

Pillar of the Month: Dealing with Disappointment

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District 10 News

I-Ready Virtual Parent Workshop – Join Us Tomorrow Evening!

We invite all families to attend our upcoming I-Ready Virtual Parent Workshop taking place tomorrow evening. This informative session will help parents better understand and support their child’s academic progress.

During the workshop, parents will:

Learn how to access their child’s reading and math data through I-Ready
Explore practical games, tools, and strategies to support learning at home
Gain insights into helping their child succeed academically

We’re excited to make this event accessible to all families. Live interpretation will be available in multiple languages, including Arabic, Bangla, and Spanish.

🎉 Bonus: Families who attend will be entered into a raffle for special prizes!

Interpretation Access Information:

Arabic: Dial 347-966-4114 | Conference ID: 496 861 291#
Bangla: Dial 347-966-4114 | Conference ID: 442 211 274#
Spanish: Dial 347-966-4114 | Conference ID: 470 905 515#

We look forward to partnering with you to support your child’s success.

Upcoming Events

14 Jun 2026

Flag Day

Time: 12 PM

Location: Flagpole

4 Jul 2026

Independence Day

Time: 8 AM

Location: Barbecue

11 Sep 2026

Patriot Day

Time: 10 AM

Location: Park

31 Oct 2026

Halloween

Time: 5 PM

Location: Neighborhood

11 Nov 2026

Veterans Day

Time: 8 AM

Location: Everywhere

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End of Year Family Conference Event -Thursday, May 7th

End of Year Family Conference Event on Thursday, May 7th

Attention P.S. 8 Families! 🍎 You’re invited to our End of Year Family Conference Event on Thursday, May 7th.
We’re hosting two virtual sessions to fit your schedule—you only need to attend one! 💻✨
Session 1: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Session 2: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Check your child’s teacher’s communications for the Google Meet link. We can't wait to see you there! 🎓

Invitation to an I-Ready Parent Workshop with details and QR code.

District iReady Workshop

Calling all District 10 Families! 📢 Want to help your child succeed with i-Ready? Join us for a virtual Parent Workshop this Tuesday!
Learn how to access your child’s data and discover fun games and tools you can use together at home. Plus, don't miss out on our Virtual Raffles! 🎟️✨
When: Tuesday, April 21st | 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Where: Zoom (Scan the QR code in the image to join!)
Interpretation Available: Arabic, Bangla, and Spanish (Details in the image)

May SLT Meeting- May 20th at 1:30 PM

The School Leadership Team (SLT) will hold its May meeting to continue collaborating on important school initiatives and planning. During the meeting, team members will review updates, discuss school goals, and work together to support the success and growth of our P.S. 8 community. We appreciate the ongoing partnership of our SLT members in helping guide and strengthen our school. 📘

2026 P.S.8 April Spirit and Earth Week

Celebrate spring and show your school spirit during P.S. 8’s April Spirit & Earth Week! 🌎 From bright yellows to Go Green Day and honoring Arbor Day, each day highlights fun ways to support our planet. Join us in making small choices that make a big difference for our Earth!

April Parent Association Meeting- April 15th

Join us for our monthly Parents Association meeting! 🗓️ We’re excited to host the Montefiore Clinic for a workshop on Positive Discipline. Plus, learn how NY Medicaid members can receive free fresh grocery boxes delivered to their door! 🍎🥦
☕ Coffee, hot chocolate, and snacks will be served. See you there!
When: Wednesday, April 15th @ 8:30 AM
Where: School Cafeteria
Note: Please bring proof of identification.

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