Dear PS188Q Families,

Here is the weekly newsletter from Mrs. Figueroa. This is the one stop place for families to get current information on policy and events taking place in the school and the NYCDOE.

Important Information – On Monday, June 15th, please make sure your child comes to school dressed in red, white, and blue as we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States with a special school parade! The parade is for students only; parents and family members do not need to attend. Thank you for helping us make this celebration a memorable one for our students!

Important Reminder: Friday, June 19th, there is no school in observance of Juneteenth. Children return to school on Monday, June 22nd.

NYCPS 2026-2027 School Year Calendar is now Available!

Click 2026-2027 School Year Calendarto print or save a copy of the calendar for this upcoming school year in English or a translated version.

The 1st day of school will be September 10, 2026.

• Monday, June 15th, Kindergarten Tour of the Main Building. 
• Monday, June 15th, 250th Parade Celebration of the USA! (This is a student participation event only) 
• Tuesday, June 16th, 4th Grade Families – What to expect Next Year with the Middle School Process in person workshop, 8:30 a.m. In the cafeteria. 
• Wednesday, June 17th, 5th Grade Senior Dance.  
• Wednesday, June 17th, in-person PTA Meeting at 8:30 a.m. Iin the main building cafeteria. 
• Thursday, June 18th, 5th Grade Senior Trip!  
• Thursday, June 18th, Pre-K End of the Year Playdate.
• Friday, June 19th, no school in observance of Juneteenth.

Upcoming …

• Monday, June 22nd, 5th Grade Senior Breakfast in the cafeteria.
• Monday, June 22^nd Staff Appreciation Luncheon!
• Tuesday, June 23rd, 5^th Grade Graduation! Congratulations, Graduates!
• Thursday, June 25th, Parent Volunteer Breakfast!
• Friday, June 26th, is the last day of school and it is a regular full day of school. 
• Friday, June 26th, Reports Cards will be available to view after 3:00 p.m. On your child’s NYCSA account.

Upcoming Reminder: The last day of school is June 26th, and it is a regular school day.  Report cards will be available on your child’s NYCSA account after 3:00 p.m. 

Attached to the email that went home earlier today is the ABC Countdown Calendar, 4th Grade Middle School Workshop – What to Expect Next Year, PTA Installation Dinner Flyer, Water Safety Flyer and PTA Clothing Drive. Please click PS188Q Weekly Newsletter for the Week of June 15thto read the newsletter.

Enjoy the weekend!!