No School on Tuesday, February 5, 2019
Liberty High School Academy for Newcomers
Upcoming Events/Calendar
Upcoming Parent Workshop:
February 14, 2019: 4pm Parent Workshop
"Using Native Language to Support Literacy"
School closed :
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Tuesday, February 5- Lunar New Year
- MIDWINTER RECESS: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18-FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22.
Parent Teacher Conference
Evening: Thursday, March 7, 2019- 4pm - 7:30pm
Day: Friday, March 8, 2019- 12:00 pm - 2:20 pm
SPRING TERM BEGINS : TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2019
Regents Exams
January 2019 : January 22-25
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June 2019 : June 18-25
2018-2019 School Calendar available in various languages
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/calendar
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
Contact
Carolina Velasquez
Parent Coordinator
Tel: 212.691.0934 Ext. 1120
Mobile: 646.384.1119
Liberty H.S. Parent Handbook
Download/Print our Parent Handbook
Parent Enrichment Workshops, PTA & SLT
2018-2019
PTA, PARENT ENRICHMENT WORKSHOPS &
SLT MEETINGS
*School Leadership Team: 2:50pm-3:50pm
*Parent -Teacher Association (Parent Workshops): 4:00pm-5:00pm
*Parent Teacher Conferences: September, November,March & May
*Interpreters provided during meetings
**February 14, 2019: 4pm Parent Workshop-PTA
Presentation:
"Using Native Language to Support Literacy"
**March 7, 2019: 4-4:30PM Parent Workshop & 4:30PM-7:30PM Parent -Teacher Conference (Evening)
*March 8, 2019: Parent Teacher Conference (Day), 11:50 AM-2:20 PM
**April 11, 2019: 4pm Parent Workshop-PTA
***May 9, 2019: 4-4:30PM Parent Workshop & 4:30PM-7:30PM Parent -Teacher Conference (Evening)
**June 13, 2019: 4pm Parent Workshop & PTA ELECTIONS
DOWNLOAD 2018-19 PTA CALENDAR HERE: 2018-19 PTA Calendar.pdf
English: MEETING DATES 2018-2019 ENG VERSION docx.pdf
Español: MEETING DATES 2018-2019 SPA VERSION.pdf
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***September 26, 2018: 4PM Parent Workshop-PTA, 4:30PM-7:30PM Parent -Teacher Conference (Evening) & NHS Induction Ceremony*
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**October 11, 2018: Parent Workshop 4pm-PTA
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**November 29, 2018: SLT, 2:50PM, 4-4:30PM Parent Workshop-PTA & 4:30PM-7:30PM Parent -Teacher Conference (Evening)
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*November 30, 2018: Parent Teacher Conference (Day), 11:50 AM-2:20 PM
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**December 13, 2018: STH Dine & Paint 4PM-7PM
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**January 10 , 2019: 4pm Parent Workshop-PTA Presentation: AP For All by Mr. Segura & NYC Parent Accounts by Ms. Velasquez
"Remind" Text Notifications
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Find out what is going on at Liberty H.S.
Get alerts about PTA, SLT, Parent Workshops and other important events happening in our school.
You can also connect directly for questions or concerns
*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 the message @libertyesp to the number 81010.
If you’re having trouble with 81010, try texting @libertyesp to (573) 234-4359.
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*Instructions for text messages in English
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 the message @libertyhsm to the number 81010.
If you’re having trouble with 81010, try texting @libertyhsm 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*
Parent-Teacher Conferences 2018-2019
2018-2019
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March 7th, 2019: Evening 4PM-7:30PM
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March 8th, 2019: Afternoon 11:50 AM- 2:20 PM (Half-day school)
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May 9yh, 2019: Evening 4PM-7:30PM
Parent Involvement Matters!
Where to go...
| Issue | Person | Room |
| Metro Cards | Kathy Wong | 113 |
| Records | Joyce Tso | 113 |
| ID Cards | Joyce Tso | 113 |
| Transcripts | Guidance Counselors | 307, 407, 400 |
| NYSESLAT Questions | Christina Lozano | 211 |
| Technology | Derry Delinois | 310 |
| Help with Registration | Carolina Velasquez | 112 |
| Medical | G. Tessler | 516 |
| College Applications | J. Conway | 518 |
| Vaccination Assistance | C. Velasquez | 112 |
Resources for Immigrants- DACA- ActionNYC-MOIA
NYCDOE Important information
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
Resources & Services for families
Liberty H.S. Resource Directory for Families
Resource book 2018.pdf
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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
Visit 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, Elderlaw and more…
Visit: 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
Visit: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/services.page
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New York Historical Society Museum & Library:
The Citizenship project
- Free classes: Prepare for the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services naturalization exam.
Visit: http://www.nyhistory.org/education/citizenship-project
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New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC)
- List of authorized nonprofit immigration legal service organizations:
- Low cost Immigration Services. List of providers by Borough:
- DACA Events
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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:
ELECTRONIC DEVICES/CELL PHONE POLICY
ELECTRONIC DEVICE/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
Common sense media resources
Download videos:
ICYMI_Ep1_SocialMediaTermsExplained.mp4
Link:
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/
Disponible en Español cuando visita la página:
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:
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Open School Night
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New Global Exam - Regents
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Schools Closed
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Chancellor's PD Day - No students
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Regents Exams - only students with exams
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Regents exams - only students with exams
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Regents Exams - only students with exams
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Regents Exams - only students with exams
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Regents Exams - only students with exams
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No School on Tuesday, February 5, 2019
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January Regents Calendar
Please adhere to Liberty's Start and End times.
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Report Cards will be distributed on Friday, December 7, 2018
Students will receive their second marking period report cards this Friday during 8th period.
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January Regents Prep Academy
There are four more Saturday study sessions before Regents Exams in January. Sign up with your guidance counselor and get a free metro card for the trip!
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OPEN SCHOOL NIGHT
September 26, 2018 @ 4:30 to 7:30 pm.
Find out information about each academic department and attend the National Honor Society Induction Ceremony. Parents can also sign up for SKEDULA.
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Registration is now OPEN for the 2018-2019 school year
Liberty High School is now accepting new students for Summer 2018 and Fall 2018.
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Summer School 2018
Please find information regarding Summer School on the Guidance Department Page.
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2018-2019 School Calendar is now available.
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SPRING TERM 2018
Upon arrival, on January 30, 2018, students will receive their final report card for the fall 2018 term and a new program card. GOOD LUCK.
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January Regents Schedule 2018
Please adhere to Liberty's start and end times for the exam period.
Morning Exams begin at 8:00 am and afternoon exams at 12:00 pm
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Coming Soon! Yondr
During the Spring Term our school will use YONDR a cell phone pouch system. Please see the attached letter for more information.
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NYC DOE Schools will be closed on January 4, 2018 due to the weather
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Robotics Team
Congratulations to the Robotics Team and Ms. Taiae for coming in first place this weekend at John Dewey High School. Liberty's team will now compete in the citywide competition in February. We are so proud of you!
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Regents Prep Saturday
If you are scheduled to take any New York State Regents exam in January, there will be five Saturdays to review and receive extra help!
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Quality Review
Liberty's QR is scheduled for November 15 and November 16
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Classes Start at 8:02 am. Make sure you get to school on time.
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August 2017 Graduates
It does not matter when or how you got to the finish line ..., it only matters that you finished with pride.
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Welcome Back
Students will receive their new program on the first day of school before first period. All new students will receive a program and school id with metro card. We continue to register new students.
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Thank You to the Manhattan Borough President's Office
Liberty High School has been awarded $250,000 in capital funding to improve our Literacy Center.
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Open Registration
Incoming Immigrants ages 14-21 years old
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