If you need of a device, please fill out the following google form and devices will be sent home with students.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/19ZJxhodPHp-qQHG27ovivKVKYm9nXjIpLAV1B-JQ9f0/edit?ts=612f9dea

The Rocco Laurie school community uses our online store to purchase school apparel.  Please visit Gotham Outfitters by using this link: https://is72strong.itemorder.com/sale to purchase optional school apparel for your family.  

The store will open and close multiple times throughout the year. 

Please see the attached letter regarding I.S. 72 gym requirements and store schedule.

 School Store Letter

It’s important we come together as a school community and support one another as neighbors and New Yorkers during this time. The health and safety of our students and staff continues to be our chief priority, and we will follow all guidance and take all appropriate measures accordingly, keeping you informed.

Please click on the link below for the latest updates from the NYC Department of Education. 

https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/news/chancellor-s-message-for-families(external link)

NYC DOE Family Update September 10 2021.pdf 

Click on the link below to view a letter from Ms. Jackson regarding the new time change that will take place in September 2021.

Letter to Families Time Change 2021

 We will be using OPEROO to stay connected, as it is vital for updates to the Digital version of the Blue Card Emergency Contacts during this Remote Learning journey.

OPEROO makes it very easy for you to respond to digital communications, such as school forms, surveys, make payments and keep your Emergency Contact Information (digital version of the Blue Card) current and up-to-date, using your mobile phone, tablet or PC.      

Any questions regarding OPEROO, please email Mr. Rocco at grocco@schools.nyc.gov                                             

Please see attached letter for more details.    

 CareMonkey Letter                                                                                                                                            

Please be advised of the below visitor policy that will be followed until further notice.

NYCDOE School Building Visitor Policy

In order to protect staff and students in DOE buildings, all visitors wishing to enter DOE buildings must show proof of having at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccination. Visitors do not include students attending school in a DOE building. 

Visiting the school must be on an emergency basis only, and in all other cases parents/guardians are to communicate with school officials via the telephone, and/or through the computer.

Acceptable proof of vaccination is one of the following: 

·     A CDC Vaccination Card; a photo or photocopy is also acceptable. 

·     A NYC Vaccination Record or other official immunization record from within or outside the US, including from a health care provider. A photo or photocopy of this card is also acceptable. 

·     NYC COVID Safe App on Android or iOS. 

·     Excelsior Pass or Excelsior Pass Plus . 

·     DOE COVID-19 Vaccine Portal.

An acceptable COVID-19 vaccination includes one dose of any COVID-19 vaccine fully authorized or authorized for emergency use by the FDA or WHO.

Protocol for Visitors
Upon entry to a Department of Education building, a visitor must sign in and show photo identification, proof of vaccination, completion of health screening, and the visitor must be wearing a face covering.

Visitors must provide the following to gain entry to a NYCDOE Building:
Photo Identification
Proof of Vaccination Health Screening Clearance
Face Covering

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has launched a short-term Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) program, which provides broadband internet service for eligible New York City households, at a reduced cost, during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

All families with a student enrolled in a DOE school or program are eligible for this benefit. Families can confirm their eligibility, apply for the program, and find participating broadband providers via the USAC website. There are two types of benefits available to eligible households:  

• Monthly Benefit: A discount of up to $50/month for broadband service, equipment, and device rentals; or  
• One-time Device Discount: A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer (with a co-payment of $10-$50), where available

Please see the attached flyer below for more details.

 Broadband Benefit Program.pdf 

Library/Alliance Wifi: https://www.nycgo.com/plan-your-trip/basic-information/internet-access-in-nyc/

LinkNYC Wifi: https://www.nycgo.com/articles/wifi-in-nyc

Carrier Wifi: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/mopd/resources/list-of-providers-offering-free-wifi.page

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Please visit New York City Public Library link below:

New York City Public Library