Letter from the Chancellor
Chancellor Porter has announced school initiatives for September 2021.
Liberty High School Academy for Newcomers
CONTACT
Carolina Velasquez
Parent Coordinator
T: 212.691.0934 Ext. 1120
C: 646.384.1119
E-Mail: CVelasquez2@schools.nyc.gov
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS
IN-PERSON FAMILY HOLIDAY EVENT
DINE & PAINT AT THE LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15
4PM-6:30PM
250 W. 18 STREET
Paint activity with your family, dinner and music.
TEACHERS EMAILS
Sound Thinking NYC is a free program especially designed to open doors for young women and men to explore careers in the music industry.
TEACHERS EMAILS
Immigration ESL Technical and GED training info for ADULTS.pdf
- Link: NYCSA School parent Account: https://mystudent.nyc/ (JPG FORMAT: Screen Shot 2021-03-12 at 6 15 41 PM.jpg PDF FORMAT: Screen Shot 2021-03-12 at 6 15 41 PM.pdf )
Welcome
Welcome to a new school year! I want to welcome returning and new parents/guardians to our school. My name is Carolina Velasquez and I’m the Parent Coordinator at Liberty High School Academy for Newcomers. As your Parent Coordinator, I’m here to help you connect and understand our school. Think of me as your personal guide to the school system, your go to person. You are welcome to come to me with any questions or concerns. I ask parents to take some time and make an effort to participate in our workshops/PTA meetings & activities. This is a team effort and I’m here to make you, your child and our school the best working team possible.
Sincerely,
Carolina Velasquez
Parent Coordinator
Download/Print our Parent Handbook
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Spanish: LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY_Spanish.pdf
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French: LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY_French.pdf
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Arabic: LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY_Arabic.pdf
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Chinese: LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY_Chinese.pdf
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English: Parent Handbook Liberty HSA pub.pdf
Calendar
2023-24 School Calendar available in different languages
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/news/2023-2024-school-year-calendar
2022-2023 School Calendar
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/news/2022-2023-school-year-calendar
Regents Exams
June 14-June 23, 2023
Contact your child's School Counselor for regents details.
2023-2024 Parent Meetings
2023-2024 Parent Events/Workshops
IN-PERSON FAMILY HOLIDAY EVENT
DINE & PAINT
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15
4PM-6:30PM
250 W. 18 STREET (CAFETERIA)
Paint activity with your family, dinner and music.
January 10th, 5pm (Zoom)
February 7th, 5pm (Zoom)
March 6th, 5pm (Zoom)
March 21st,4:30pm-7:30pm-Remote Evening Parent -Teacher Conferences (visit Teachers Page on Menu)
March 22nd ,12:30pm-2:30pm-Remote Afternoon Parent -Teacher Conferences (visit Teachers Page on Menu)
April 17th, 5pm (Zoom)
May 16th, GAME NIGHT EVENT, BINGO at Liberty H.S. 4pm- 6:30pm
May 23rd,4:30pm-7:30pm-Remote Evening Parent -Teacher Conferences (visit Teachers Page on Menu)
June 12 PTA/Title I PAC elections/Summer School workshop, 5pm (Zoom)
"Remind" Text Notifications
Subscribe to "Remind"Text Notifications
Find out what is going on at Liberty H.S.
*Instructions for Text messages in Spanish (ESPAÑOL)
Follow this link: https://www.remind.com/join/libertyesp
Remind-Sign up instructions for Spa.pdf
*If you don’t have a smartphone, get text notifications.
Text to: 81010
Message: @libertysp1
If you’re having trouble with 81010, try texting to: (573) 234-4359.
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Follow this link: https://www.remind.com/join/libertyhsm
Remind-Sign up instructions for Eng.pdf
*If you don’t have a smartphone, get text notifications.
Text to: 81010
Message: @libertyhsm
If you’re having trouble with 81010, try texting to (573) 234-4359.
* Standard text message rates apply.
Get instructions on how to get the Remind app by visiting: Remind App
*You only need the app if you are interested in all the features*
SLT Meetings 2023-2024
School Leadership Team
Tuesday, November 21, 2:20pm
Parent-Teacher Conferences 2023-2024
REMOTE
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
MARCH
March 21st,4:30pm-7:30pm-Remote Evening Parent -Teacher Conferences (visit Teachers Page on Menu)
March 22nd ,12:30pm-2:30pm-Remote Afternoon Parent -Teacher Conferences (visit Teachers Page on Menu)
MAY
May 23rd,4:30pm-7:30pm-Remote Evening Parent -Teacher Conferences (visit Teachers Page on Menu)
Dicipline Code
Working Papers
Submit ALL required documents via email to: CVelasquez2@schools.nyc.gov
- Proof of Birth (Birth Certificate, Valid Passport, State ID etc.)
- Social Security card (For verification purposes, will not be kept on file)
- Application signed by parent (ONLY complete part I of application)
- Medical Examination or Physical Fitness Certificate (Must be within a year)
Application for Employment Certificate 2020.pdf
health-examination-form-English.pdf
Free Immunization Clinic
Free Immunization Clinic ONLY by appointment (No more walk-in immunizations).
- Call for an Appointment: 347-396-7943 or visit, https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/services/immunization-clinics.page
- When calling to make an appointment, provide the name of the immunization(s) the child needs. (Name of immunizations on document school provided).
LOCATION:
- Fort Greene Health Center Address: 295 Flatbush Avenue Extension, Fifth Floor (corner of Willoughby Street and Flatbush Avenue Extension, near the Fulton Mall and Long Island University) Brooklyn.
SLIDING SCALE & FREE CLINICS
If you need medical services at a low cost or free, Please see the attached lists for clinics in your borough:
BROOKLYN SLIDING SCALE FREE CLINICS 8-2019.pdf
BRONX SLIDING SCALE FREE CLINICS 8-2019.pdf
MANHATTAN SLIDING SCALE FREE CLINICS 8-2019.pdf
For QUEENS & STATEN ISLAND or other clinics in NYC, please visit the website: https://www.freeclinics.com/
For a clinic near you, you can also visit the Free Clinics Website at: https://www.freeclinics.com/
Find Food
Reading Corner
What Are The Advantages of Being Bilingual?
https://www.mosalingua.com/en/what-are-some-advantages-of-being-bilingual/
Shifting Mindsets
NYCDOE
Parents & Families
- Enroll
- School Life
- Multilingual Learners
- Special Education
- NYC School Accounts
- Calendar
- Supporting Immigrant Families
- After school
- Get help
- get involved
- Transportation
- Support & more...
Visit: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/support/get-help
Parents NYC Schools Account
- Sign in to see your child's recent test scores, attendance records, and grades.
- To set up an account you will need your child's Student ID number, which you can find on his or her report card, as well as an Account Creation Code, which your school will supply. You can also open an account by visiting your school-you will need a photo ID such as a driver's license or passport.
Visit: https://mystudent.nyc/
Community Organizations That Help English Language Learners
Family Welcome Centers
Families can receive direct support from a FWC staff member by emailing your questions to:
Bronx: bronxfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Brooklyn: brooklynfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Manhattan: manhattanfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Queens: queensfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Staten Island: statenislandfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Community Resources
Community Resources
- Sound Thinking NYC is a free program especially designed to open doors for young women and men to explore careers in the music industry.https://creativeartsteam.org/programs/sound-thinking-nyc
- Resource book 2018.pdf
- Health Centers: A Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is a community-based organization that provides comprehensive primary care and preventive care, including health, oral, and mental health/substance abuse services to persons of all ages, regardless of their ability to pay or health insurance status. NPI Lookup Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) — New York
- NMIC is a non-profit that operates under a settlement house model to provide free services to residents of Upper Manhattan and the Bronx. They address the urgent needs of their community, including housing, income, health, education, and more. For over forty years, NMIC has helped their clients on the path to secure, successful, and independent futures.https://www.nmic.org/
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Adult Education (Ages 21+)
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/enrollment/other-ways-to-graduate/adult-education
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New York Public Library (NYPL):
Adult programs
- English & adult Literacy
- Computer Training
- Career & Employment
- Business
- Personal Finance
https://www.nypl.org/education/adults
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City Bar Justice Center:
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The Legal Hotline is staffed by attorneys who assist low-income callers on a range of civil legal issues, including matrimonial and family law, housing law, domestic violence, bankruptcy, and debt collection and benefits.
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Bilingual attorneys who speak English and Spanish, calls accepted in any language through interpreting services. Legal Hotline: 212.626.7383
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Immigrant Justice, Legal Clinic for the Homeless, Elder law and more…
http://www.citybarjusticecenter.org/
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NYC Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD):
For Youths, Adults, Families & Seniors
- After School Programs
- Jobs & Internships
- Runaway Homeless Youth
- Reading & Writing
- Family Support
- Immigrant Services
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/services.page
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New York Historical Society Museum & Library:
The Citizenship project: Prepare for the United States Citizenship.
http://www.nyhistory.org/education/citizenship-project
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New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC)
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St. Jerome H.A.N.D.S. Community Center:
- ESL Classes
- Primaria
- Secundaria
- Computer Classes
- Citizenship Class
- GED/Matemáticas
- Alimentos Basicos
- Seguridad en Trabajo OSHA
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NYCDOE Helpful Links for Families of English Language Learners:
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Selective Services: Men living in the U.S., citizen and non-citizens alike, are required by law to register with Selective Service at 18 years old.
https://www.sss.gov/Home/registration
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SNAP Benefits in New York - (food stamps program).
https://newyork-foodstamps.org
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School Reopening September 2021
Liberty High School Academy for Newcomers -
Want Information about our School
Fill out the form to receive print materials.
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Introducing the new Chancellor
Please see here for the translations
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Update from the Chancellor
Attention Students and Families! Please see the attached letter in your home language for an update from NYC DOE.
- 32316-update-for-families-january-22-2021-arabic.pdf
- 32316-update-for-families-january-22-2021-bengali.pdf
- 32316-update-for-families-january-22-2021-chinese.pdf
- 32316-update-for-families-january-22-2021-french.pdf
- 32316-update-for-families-january-22-2021-russian.pdf
- 32316-update-for-families-january-22-2021-spanish.pdf
- 32316-update-for-families-january-22-2021-urdu.pdf
- Update for Families January 22 2021.pdf
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Message from the Chancellor
When LHS reopen, all blended learning students must have a consent form on file with the school to return.
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All students are remote learning. Every period, every class, every day!
Todos los estudiantes están aprendiendo a distancia.
Cada período, cada clase, todos los días!Tous les étudiants apprennent à distance.
Chaque période, chaque classe, chaque jour!所有学生都在远程学习。
每个时期，每个班级，每一天！جميع الطلاب يتعلمون عن بعد.
كل فترة ، كل فصل ، كل يوم!Все студенты проходят дистанционное обучение.
Каждый период, каждое занятие, каждый день!تمام طلبا ریموٹ لرننگ ہیں۔
ہر دور ، ہر طبقہ ، ہر روز!Duk ɗalibai suna koyon nesa.
Kowane lokaci, kowane aji, kowace rana!Liberty High School Academy for Newcomers -
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Mandatory Health Screen
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Family Update
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From the Chancellor
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Back to School Pledge
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If you need to locate a Cooling Center near you!
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GRADUATED SENIORS
If you need a sealed transcript for college please come to school this week Tuesday, July 14 and Wednesday, July 15 from 10-2 pm to drop off device and receive final transcript. More dates will be announced. Please bring your school ID.
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Updated Letter from Chancellor
Please read!
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Letter to families about the reopening
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Families and Students: Please have your voices heard!!
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Return to School Survey
Please take a moment and fill out the survey available to parents and students in your language through the below link.
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learning/in-our-classrooms/return-to-school-2020
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Internet Access
Apply for the Temporary Emergency Broadband Benefit Program: https://getemergencybroadband.org/how-to-apply/
Free and Low-Cost Internet Options
There are several free or low-cost internet options available to New York City students and families. Visit the DOE website for more information: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learning/learn-at-home/technical-tools-and-support/free-and-low-cost-internet-options.
Common sense media resources
Download videos:
ICYMI_Ep1_SocialMediaTermsExplained.mp4
Link:
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/
Disponible en Español cuando visita la página:
Technology Resources
- Getting Started with Your iPad
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learn-at-home/ipad-distribution/getting-started-with-your-ipad
- Microsoft Teams
- Common Sense Media resources for Parents
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/resources-for-families-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic
- Common Sense Media para las familias
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/recursos-para-las-familias-durante-la-pandemia-del-coronavirus
Transportation Information
Plan Your Trip/Know your Train Status:
Subway Map:
Bus Maps by Borough:
Where to go...
| Issue | Person | Room |
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| Metro Cards | K. Wong | 113 |
| Records | R. Gomez | 113 |
| ID Cards | J. Tso | 113 |
| Transcripts | Guidance Counselors | 400, 407, 518 |
| NYSESLAT Questions | E. Preda | 211 |
| Technology | D. Delinois | 310 |
| Help with Registration | C. Velasquez | 112 |
| Medical | G. Tessler | 516 |
| College Applications | S. Epstein | 307 |
| Vaccination Assistance | C. Velasquez | 112 |
ELECTRONIC DEVICES/CELL PHONE POLICY
Students are not allowed to use cell phones in the school building. Cell phones must be placed in student lockers for safekeeping.
Cell phone restrictions are listed below.
- All students will be required to place their cell phones in their lockers.
- Students will retrieve their cell phones at the end of the day; or at the end of their afterschool class. Students are not allowed to retrieve their phone during their lunch period.
- Students must not share their password to their locker.
- Students will not vandalize, destroy, or write on the lockers.
- The school is not responsible for the loss or theft of electronic devices.
Consequences
Violation of the rules listed above will result in the following consequences:
- Teachers will call administrators (Principal, Assistant Principal) immediately if a teacher sees a student with a cell phone.
- Confiscation of the device by an administrator until the end of the school day.
- Parent or guardian is required to come to the school to claim the electronic device.
- Student is mandated to surrender the electronic device to an administrator upon arrival to the school and will claim it at the end of the school day.
*If you need to get in contact with your child, Please call your child' guidance counselor:
T: 212.691.0934
Ms. Chu: Extension 4070
Ms. Mejia: Extension 4002
Ms. Garcia: Extension 3070
Liberty High School CellPhone Policy 002.pdf
Chancellor's Regulations: a-413-english Cell phones and other electronic devices.pdf
COVID-19 Vaccines & Test locations
Get your Vaccine!
https://vaccinefinder.nyc.gov You can also call 877-829-4692
Contact the school if you need assistance.
Covid-19 Test Locations
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/coronavirus/get-tested/covid-19-testing.page
Quality Review
Liberty is a Universal Meal Program School
All of our students receive free breakfast and lunch daily. Check out the link for the monthly menu:
