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Important Notice

Holiday Spirit Week 2024

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Monday, December 16, 2024

through

Friday, December 20, 2024

P.S. 596X@ 178, 153 and 498

HAPPY HOLIDAYS:​

It's that time of year for some holiday cheer! So, let's get together and find something cool to wear!

 

Additional details in the flyer below!

Attire is optional for all students and staff.

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News from
P.S. 596X

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Principal Parent Partnership

Speak with Principal John Siracuse, our parent coordinator and our elected parent leaders regarding collaborative practices, school events, initiatives, ask questions and voice any concerns.

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Updates for Families

Read the latest family letters from Chancellor David Banks and other New York City Department of Education officials.

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Parent Engagement

PS596X offers many workshops and parent engagement events throughout the year. Stay informed about the how to get involved at our school.

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Parent Support Group

Morning Edition

Wednesday,

December 11, 2024

9:30am to 11:30am 

P.S. 596X @ 153

650 Baychester Avenue

Bronx, NY 10475

Parent Support Group

Parenting is a tough job. Come receive the support and understanding of parents who share your challenges. 

No Explanations. No Apologies. No Judgement!!! Laugh, Cry, Vent, Share. Relieve stress.

Connect, Accept, Respect, Expect!​

​RSVP Here: https://tinyurl.com/p596xreal.

Please bring ID. 

December Saturday Academy

Saturday

December 14, 2024

10:00am to 12:00pm

PS596X @ 178

850 Baychester Avenue

Bronx, NY 10475

Saturday Academy

You are invited to the Saturday Academy Holiday Potluck and Craft Making
Please bring your favorite holiday dish.
The dish is optional and not required for participation.
RSVP is required. Deadline 12/12/24. No walk-ins.
Students and parents will make crafts together

RSVP Here: https://tinyurl.com/P596XPotluck24.

Parent Support Group

Evening 

Edition

Tuesday

December 17, 2024

5:30pm to 7:30pm

P.S. 596X @ 153

650 Baychester Avenue,

Bronx, NY 10475​

Parent Support Group

Parenting is a tough job. Come receive the support and understanding of parents who share your challenges. 

No Explanations. No Apologies. No Judgement!!! Laugh, Cry, Vent, Share. Relieve stress.

Connect, Accept, Respect, Expect!​

RSVP Here

Childcare will NOT be provided.

Please bring ID.

REMINDER: No School

Holiday Break

Monday

December 23, 2024

through

Wednesday

January 1, 2025

Holiday Break

School will not be in session from Monday, December 23, 2024 through Wednesday, January 1, 2025. 

Students will return to school on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

Fathers Club Meeting

Wednesday

December 11, 2024

6:00pm to 8:00pm

PS596X@178X

850 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475

Room 160

Fathers Club

Our P.S. 596X and P.S. 176X father's club meets monthly on Wednesday evenings to allow fathers to come together to socialize, support each other, unwind and meet some new friends. Our meetings are always interesting and productive.

Holiday Spirit Week 2024

Monday 

December 16, 2024

through

Friday

December 20 2024

Holiday Spirit Week

HAPPY HOLIDAYS:​

It's that time of year for some holiday cheer! So, let's get together and find something cool to wear!

 

Additional details in the attached flyer!

Attire is optional for all students and staff.

P.S. 596X Holiday Show 2024

Wednesday

December 18, 2024

​11:00am
Harry S. Truman H.S.
Maye A. Shaw Auditorium

750 Baychester Avenue

1st Floor

Happy Holidays

Singing, dancing, music and more!

Parents who wish to attend should arrive early to sign-in at the second floor entrance and go through a security screening.

Please bring identification.
Don't forget your camera/cell phone!

School Leadership Team Meeting

Tuesday

January 14, 2024

9:30am

PS596X@178X

850 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475

Room 160

School Leadership Team

The School Leadership Team plays a significant role in creating a structure for school-based decision making and shaping the path to a collaborative school culture. The School Leadership Team functions as the management team of the school, representing the educational community.

News & Events

View additional news and upcoming events.

Calendar

View our calendar of upcoming events and important dates.

Parent Page

View our page of parent resources.

Celebrations

View our page of student celebrations.

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Family
Resources

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MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

Mental health impacts not only our students but our families, schools, and communities. Mental health resources are available inside and outside of school.

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BREAKFAST & LUNCH MENUS

The New York City Department of Education offers free breakfast, lunch and afterschool meals to all NYC public school students during the school year.

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OPWDD APPLICATION PROCESS

We are pleased to provide a guide that explains the entire OPWDD process provided by Advocates for Children (AFC).

Detailed instructions, required documents and links to the appropriate websites are included.

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SOCIAL

EMOTIONAL

HELP

Do you need social/emotional help for your child? Do you need to talk to a school counselor? E-mail our school counselors using the link below.

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ON THE GO VISUAL RESOURCES

Please feel free to download these resources and use them at home and while you are "on the go" in the community.

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RESOURCES FOR RENT, FOOD & MEDICAL

The following are resources for assistance with rent, food and medical.  

 

If you find yourself in need, please let us know how we can support you.  

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CREATE YOUR NYC STUDENT ACCOUNT

Did you know that you can track your child’s education on any computer, phone, or tablet? Sign up for an NYC Schools Account Today! E-mail our Parent Coordinator to get started!

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INTERNET OPTIONS FOR FAMILIES

There are several free or low-cost internet options available to New York City students and families.

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DENTAL RESOURCES

The following is a list of locations/clinics to receive dental services.

Please reach out to our social worker with any questions:

Please e-mail:

TRodriguez32@schools.nyc.gov

Additional Family Resources can be found on our Parent Page.

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

Learn more about our school including our vision, mission statement and goals.

CONTACT THE SCHOOL

Contact our main office, our unit offices or a member of our staff.

REMOTE LEARNING

RESOURCES

View our collection of resources for learning at home.

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FOLLOW US

Visit and follow us

on our Instagram page.

TAKE A VIDEO TOUR

OF OUR SCHOOL

Take our video tour to learn more about our programs and school community.

PHOTO OF

THE WEEK

 

Week of December 2, 2024

This week's photos feature students from our 178, 153 and 498 sites on the Rolling Video Games bus. Each month, teachers, paraprofessionals, related service providers and other staff select students of the month from all 3 sites. The students are rewarded with a student of the month certificate, a framed photo and an opportunity to spend time playing games on the game bus. The feedback from students, staff and parents has been very positive.

 

We are looking forward to continuing to reward students for their hard work and good attendance going forward on a monthly basis!

Former P596X student Joliah Ceda drew and created our school logo. 

Former P596X student Joliah Ceda drew and created our school logo. 

WELCOME

Welcome to P.S. 596X! We are a district 75 New York City Public School serving students on the autism spectrum and other special needs from Pre-K through age 11 in three co-located sites: 11X178, 11X153 and 11X498.

 

Through this website, you will be able to step into our classrooms and hallways to get an idea of the wide variety of creative programs and practices in which students participate on a daily basis.

Our commitment is to provide the highest quality, state of the art instructional programs to our students, and to offer parents workshops and activities to equip themselves with the skills to best help their child. Through hands-on learning and fun-filled opportunities, our students make tremendous gains in social skills, language, and academics.

John Siracuse, Principal

BOOK OF THE MONTH

November - December

Fry Bread by Kevin Noble Maillard

What is the book of the month?

We have selected books that relate to our ReThink social/emotional curriculum. Bi-monthly, teachers and coaches will collaborate to unpack each book and design lessons, adaptations and resources to support the book’s topics. Our goal is to build on our students’ knowledge and understanding of social emotional concepts through literacy, vocabulary, writing, and discussions!

 

How can you get involved?

We would really love for the activities we complete at school, to also be reinforced at home.  For starters, tune in to hear Principal John read the Book during a special pajama read aloud! You will find resources and activities for the book in the book of the month letter.  This includes the targeted vocabulary words, and some fun activities you can do at home or in the community with your child!

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