P.S. 008 Isaac Varian

December 1, 2023

Dear PS 8 Families,

Beginning December 5, 2023 through January 19, 2024 families with children born in 2019 can apply to attend kindergarten for the 2024–25 school year.  All families with children born in 2019 are encouraged to participate in kindergarten admissions, including families with children currently attending pre-K, students with disabilities, English language learners, and students with accessibility needs.

Please note the following: 

• The application deadline is January 19.  All families who apply by the deadline will receive a kindergarten offer in late March.  As a reminder, families can now use the kindergarten application to apply to all kindergarten programs including kindergarten G&T.  
• Families can apply to kindergarten in two ways: online at MySchools.nyc or over the phone by calling 718-935-2009.   Myschools.nyc also includes an online directory total that allows families to explore program choices, save programs of interest and submit their application, all on the same site.   

Respectfully,

Claudia Tahiraj-Sadrija

Principal

Scholastic Book Fair

Dec 4, 2023

Dear PS 8 Families:

Get ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way (YAY!). Choosing their own books empowers kids and inspires them to become Bolder, Prouder, and Stronger Readers. AND—as always—every book they buy earns rewards for our school.   

The Book Fair will take place from December 18, 2023- December 22, 2023 in our School Lobby from 9:00 AM- 1:00 PM.  On Wednesday, December 20^, 2023 the Book Fair will also be open on Family Night:  Winter Concert from 5:00PM-6:30PM. 

This year, say goodbye to cash and hello to eWallet—your child’s digital payment account. Before the Fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. Anyone can contribute! Share each child’s eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy.

If you can’t make it to the Fair, then shop at our school’s Online Book Fair. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Your online orders will also benefit our school.

Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping:

https://www.scholastic.com/bf/ps8isaacvarian

Note:  NYS sales tax will be added to every purchase. 

The countdown to more Bookjoy is on! Catch you at the Fair!

Happy Reading,

Claudia Tahiraj-Sadrija

Principal

Family Gallery Talks (ages 4–10)

Sat, Nov 18, 10:00  a.m. & 11:45 a.m.
Sun, Nov 19, 10:00  a.m. & 11:45 a.m.
Discover art together through engaging discussions and activities. This month the theme is What’s the Story? Online registration opens Monday, October 30, at 10:00 a.m. Registration is required; space is limited.

 

Family Gallery Talks (ages 11–14)

Sat, Nov 18, 11:45 a.m.
Sun, Nov 19, 11:45 a.m.
This month explore Words and Narrative in Art through conversation and activities in the galleries. Online registration opens Monday, October 30, at 10:00 a.m. Registration is required; space is limited.

Family Art Talk and Workshop with Nico Williams
Sun. November 19, 11 a.m.—1 p.m. & 2 p.m.—4 p.m. 
Find out how artist Nico Williams got into beading and hear about his stunning beaded sculptures. Then learn introduction techniques to peyote beading by following a simple bullseye pattern to make a sparkling beaded triangle.  This program is organized in collaboration with the American Indian Community House. 
For kids ages 8+ and their adult companions. Online registration opens Monday, October 30, at 10:00 a.m

 

Nico Williams has a multidisciplinary, often collaborative practice that is centered around sculptural beadwork. His sculptures are sometimes highly patterned abstract geometric forms, sometimes sparkling representations of familiar objects, and always hand-woven from hundreds of glass beads. Williams is a member of Aamjiwnaang First Nation (Anishinaabe) and lives and works in Tiohtià:ke/Montréal, Canada.

The Heyman Family Art Lab  
Daily, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
In this drop-in space, kids and adults can play with line and light, draw to music, create a shape design, and more. All ages are welcome. Free with museum admission.