Welcome to February KAPPA III
February 1
Dear Families,
Welcome to February! As we begin a new month, we are proud to celebrate Black History Month while continuing to strengthen our commitment to Respect for All. Throughout February, students will engage in learning experiences that honor Black history, culture, and contributions, while reflecting on the importance of respect, fairness, inclusion, empathy, and belonging for every member of our school community.
This work comes to life during Respect for All Week, when students are encouraged to recognize and celebrate differences, stand up for one another, and help build a school culture rooted in dignity and care. These values are deeply connected to the lessons of Black history, past and present.
On Monday, February 2, students will receive their report cards. Report cards provide a snapshot of academic progress so far this school year, including grades, teacher feedback, and information related to effort and attendance. Some families may also receive a Promotion in Doubt letter. This letter is an early notification to ensure families are informed and supported, and to allow time for collaboration and growth before the end of the school year. Receiving this letter does not represent a final decision.
Please take time to review the report card with your child, celebrate progress, and discuss next steps. Families are encouraged to reach out to teachers or guidance counselors with any questions or if additional support is needed.
Please note a few important dates and highlights for this month.
Respect for All Week: February 9 to February 13
Winter Recess: February 16 to February 30
100th Day of School: February 26
For more details on upcoming events, activities, and important reminders, please be sure to review our weekly Chronicle and February calendar.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to a meaningful and engaging month ahead for our students.
With Love and Leadership,
Professor Bennett
Assistant Principal
KAPPA III
Black History Month & Respect For All Spotlight
It’s Black History Month and students are taking the mic. This is your chance to learn about a notable African American you have never learned about before and share their story with your classmates and the school community.Students may choose one way to present their learning: PowerPoint, Poem, or Skit. Be creative, be confident, and make sure your presentation connects to respect, fairness, inclusion, or kindness.Before getting started, students should review the two PDFs posted in the Social Studies Google Classroom. They explain the presentation options, give helpful tips and sentence starters, and show exactly how points will be earned. Students who want to present during Town Hall must complete the Town Hall Google Form and email any slides to Professor Bennett. Students who want to present during Social Studies class must complete the Social Studies Google Form and let their teacher know when they are ready to present.This is your moment to bring the facts, bring the creativity, and bring the energy. Whether you use slides, poetry, or a short skit with classmates, make it meaningful and school appropriate. Students who participate may earn extra Dojo points.
Questions can be directed to your Social Studies teacher. Let’s get ready to shine.
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KAPPA III Holiday Spirit Month
🎄 KAPPA III Holiday Spirit Month Is Here! 🎄
December is all about joy, creativity, and school spirit, and we’re excited to celebrate all month long!Each week features fun, festive daily themes that bring our community together and add a little extra cheer to our halls. Students are encouraged to participate in the daily theme—those who choose not to participate must be in full school uniform.
✨ This Week’s Highlights:
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Peppermint Twist Day ❤️🤍
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Snowman Day ⛄️
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“Jean’gle All the Way” 👖🎁
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One Color Takeover 🎨
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Grinch Day 💚
We can’t wait to see everyone show off their holiday spirit, creativity, and KAPPA III pride. Let’s make this December our most festive one yet!
🎄 ¡El Mes de Espíritu Navideño de KAPPA III ya está aquí! 🎄
Diciembre se trata de alegría, creatividad y espíritu escolar, y estamos emocionados de celebrarlo durante todo el mes.Cada semana incluye temas diarios divertidos y festivos que unen a nuestra comunidad y llenan nuestros pasillos de un ambiente especial. Se anima a los estudiantes a participar en el tema del día; quienes no participen deben usar su uniforme escolar completo.
✨ Lo más destacado de esta semana:
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Día de Menta ❤️🤍
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Día del Muñeco de Nieve ⛄️
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“Jean’gle All the Way” 👖🎁
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Día de un Solo Color 🎨
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Día del Grinch 💚
Estamos emocionados de ver a todos mostrar su espíritu navideño, creatividad y orgullo por KAPPA III. ¡Hagamos de este diciembre el más festivo de todos!
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Fall-O-Ween Bash
This Wednesday, October 29, we’ll celebrate our invited students at the Fall-O-Ween Bash, recognizing those who have demonstrated excellent attendance, consistent punctuality, effort, and strong character. Students will enjoy an afternoon filled with pizza, music, games, and school spirit from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m.
Este miércoles, 29 de octubre, celebraremos a nuestros estudiantes invitados en la Fiesta Fall-O-Ween, reconociendo a aquellos que han demostrado excelente asistencia, puntualidad constante, esfuerzo y un carácter ejemplar. Los estudiantes disfrutarán de una tarde llena de pizza, música, juegos y espíritu escolar de 3:00 a 5:30 p.m.
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Unity Day
🧡 Unity Day — Wednesday, October 22! 🧡
Join KAPPA III and schools across the nation as we stand together against bullying and celebrate kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.👕 Students: Wear orange shirts or accessories with your uniform pants.
👨👩👧 Families: Join us from home, work, or anywhere — let’s fill our community with ORANGE for UNITY!#UnityDay #KAPPAIII #Kindness #Inclusion #BullyingPrevention
🧡 Día de la Unidad — Miércoles, 22 de octubre 🧡
Únase a KAPPA III y a las escuelas de todo el país para unirnos contra el acoso y celebrar la amabilidad, la aceptación y la inclusión.👕 Estudiantes: Usen una camisa o accesorios anaranjados con su pantalón del uniforme.
👨👩👧 Familias: Participen desde casa, el trabajo o donde estén — ¡llenemos nuestra comunidad de NARANJA por la UNIDAD!#DíaDeLaUnidad #KAPPAIII #Amabilidad #Inclusión #PrevenciónDelAcoso
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Report Cards & Promotion in Doubt
Stay connected with your Professor(s)
6th Grade
| Professor McGrew -DCodymcgraw@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Elghandour -SElghandour@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Simmons-JBurgossimmons@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Oreagan-KNicholasoreagan@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Obeney-EObeney@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Khanam-RKhanam3@schools.nyc.gov |
7th Grade
| Professor Mennell-CMennell@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Sencion-SSencion@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Tu-YTu@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Singleton-MSingleton3@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Marte-MMarte18@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor A. Persaud-APersaud25@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor McGrew -DCodymcgraw@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Matta-CMatta@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Pipitone-KPipitone@schools.nyc.gov |
8th Grade
| Professor Thompson-CThompson43@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Landry -MLandry2@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor D. Staudt-DStaudt@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Persaud-OPersaud@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Pipitone-KPipitone@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Matta-CMatta@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Pipitone-KPipitone@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Khanam-RKhanam3@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Sencion-SSencion@schools.nyc.gov |
The Arts/Support Services
| Professor German-Jgermanrodriguez@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Lemak-TLemak@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Dias-DDias5@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Comfort-DComfort@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Vairo-NVairo@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Williams-LWilliams104@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Paniagua-JPaniagua@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Vollmer-LBandle@schools.nyc.gov |
| Professor Evangelista-REvangelista@schools.nyc.gov |