RETHINK OVERVIEW WORKSHOP
P596X and Rethink Ed have partnered to provide you with access to Rethink’s Social Emotional Learning Program. Please join us for an overview workshop on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 @ 9 am! E-mail info@p596x.org for the Zoom link.
CURRENT HAPPENINGS
Safe and Healthy Learning for All
October 20, 2021
Please read the NYCDOE Plan for Safe & Healthy Learning . Our return to full-time, in-person learning starts with a safe and healthy learning environment for every student and staff member & ensuring students have the tools & support they need to succeed.
PRINCIPAL'S CORNER
October 2021
Please read Principal John's letter to families regarding the new school year and what to expect throughout this new year of homecoming. We look forward to working with you and your child this year and are glad to welcome everyone back in person. Please e-mail info@p596x.org with any questions.
UPDATE FOR FAMILIES
October 20, 2021
What’s Happening in NYC Public Schools? Read the latest weekly update from our Chancellor and Deputy Chancellor to stay up to date on everything going on in the New York City Department of Education. Link to important information are also included in the weekly letter.
UPCOMING EVENTS
FAMILY RESOURCES
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
schools.nyc.gov
Mental health impacts not only our students but our families, schools, and communities. Mental health resources are available inside and outside of school.
LET'S LEARN NYC
The DOE, in partnership with the WNET Group, is launching new episodes of the public television program Let’s Learn, which features lessons for children in 3-K—grade 2.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH MENUS
NYCDOE
The New York City Department of Education offers free breakfast, lunch and afterschool meals to all NYC public school students during the school year.
SOCIAL
EMOTIONAL
HELP
For Parents and Students
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.
COVID SOCIAL STORIES
Remote Learning Resources
Many parents have been asking for social stories and resources for use when school is closed due to COVID-19. We are happy to share some new COVID resources with our parents.
ON THE GO VISUAL RESOURCES
Visual Supports for Home and while in the Community
Please feel free to download these resources and use them at home and while you are "on the go" in the community.
LEARNING BRIDGES
schools.nyc.gov
As schools work towards accommodating students for in-person learning five-days-per-week, Learning Bridges programs will continue to serve families enrolled in blended learning.
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! Please e-mail Dawn Harney, Parent Coordinator to get started with this process!
INTERNET OPTIONS FOR FAMILIES
Free and Low Cost Internet Options for Families
There are several free or low-cost internet options available to New York City students and families.
RETHINK OVERVIEW WORKSHOP
Wednesday, October 27, 2021 - 9am
P596X and Rethink Ed have partnered to provide you with access to Rethink’s Social Emotional Learning Program. Please join us for an overview workshop on October 27, 2021 @ 9 am!
ANTI-BULLYING PUPPET SHOW
Friday, October 29, 2021 - 10am
You are invited to a virtual Anti-bullying “Puppet Show” on Friday, October 29th @ 10 am. In conjunction with our Social and Emotional curriculum, Rethink – throughout October, students at 596x have been learning about the importance of being a good friend, cultures around the world and celebrating differences.
FINANCIAL PLANNING WORKSHOP
Wednesday, October 27, 2021 - 6 - 7pm
P596X, P10X and P811X Parent Coordinators Present: Primerica Financial Planning Workshop. Wednesday, October 27, 2021 from 6pm to 7pm on Zoom. Reaching Your Financial Goals & Dreams. Start Living a Healthy Financial life!
ELECTION DAY - ASYCNHRONOUS LEARNING DAY
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
Election day will be an asynchronous learning day for all students. Students will learn remotely using their DOE issued iPad and Google Classroom.
HALLOWEEN PARADE & CELEBRATION
Thursday, October 28, 2021 - 10am
P596X invites your child to come to school with their Halloween Costume on Thursday, October 28, 2021 at 10am. This year’s theme will be, “Book Character Halloween”.
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES
Thursday, November 4, 2021
Parent-Teacher conferences will be conducted remotely, however you may request in person meeting, at a mutually agreed time during the day/evening. Your child’s teacher will provide you with additional information.
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 use during remote learning.
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 October 25, 2021
This week's photos feature class X15 at our 178 site! To celebrate Halloween, the students in the class decorated their own pumpkin and added Jack-o-lantern faces. On Thursday, October 28th the students will participate in the Halloween parade and will celebrate with their teacher, paraprofessionals and classmates!
WELCOME
Welcome to P.S. 596X! We are a New York City Public School serving students on the autism spectrum and other special needs from Pre-K through age 11.
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.