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Notices
Letter from Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos - Regarding Supporting Immigrant Students
Dear Families,
I am reaching out to reaffirm our commitment to you and your children. Please know that New York City Public Schools is dedicated to protecting the right of every student to attend public school, regardless of immigration status, national origin, or religion.
I am reaching out to reaffirm our commitment to you and your children. Please know that New York City Public Schools is dedicated to protecting the right of every student to attend public school, regardless of immigration status, national origin, or religion.
Family Newsletter - 2.3.25
Good morning Cavallaro Families,
Hello February! Here is the news for the week:
Hello February! Here is the news for the week:
DOE Notice - School Food Menus
The DOE is committed to the health and well-being of every child, and continues to provide free, nutritious meals to all students every day.
STEM
STEM Science
Students will engage in following activities: 3D Printing, Lego WeDo, Lego EV3, Hydroponics, Flight Simulators.
STEM Technology
The Cavallaro STEM program with a concentration in Technology will focus on several major concepts relating to STEM and building 21st Century skills.
STEM Engineering
STEM ENGINEERING at IS 281 is all about preparing you for the Challenges of the Future. Students learn and implement the Engineering Design Process in their everyday lives.
STEM Math
The STEM Math Talent Program is a perfect opportunity for students to learn about financial literacy, investing and entrepreneurship.
Fine Arts
Dance
Through a formal study of a range of styles, techniques and genres, including their own social dances, students expand their perception of dance and demonstrate a variety of skills.
Art
Students learn the fundamental building blocks of art and how it relates to all art media. Those that have prior experience with art will have opportunities to advance their level to suit individual needs, while beginners will be able to accomplish new goals.
Athletics
Our Athletics talent program is aligned with the New York State Learning Standards for Physical Education.