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

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

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

I.S. 72 will be offering many BULLDOG SOCIAL CLUBS which will be starting in January of 2022.  Please know that all responses are time stamped and will be accepted on a first come first serve basis. We will be accepting responses up until Wednesday December 15th. Please sign up on Operoo.

Our Bulldog Social Clubs will start on Tuesday January 4th , 2022.  We will meet in the school auditorium at 2:30 P.M. , on this day, and the students will be dismissed at 4p.m.  The programs will also run on Thursday's from 2:30-4 p.m.  

Please note the Adulting 101 class will only be held on Wednesdays and will start on Wednesday January 5th ,2022

Please contact Mr. Rocco at grocco@schools.nyc.gov with questions or concerns regarding these programs.

Please see the attached flyer for more details.

 Bulldog Social CLub.pdf 

We are happy to announce the beginning of our STATE TEST PREP after school sessions. The sessions will begin next week on Wednesday 1/26 and Thursday 1/27. We have an overwhelming number of students who have signed up for our Test Prep Program. They will now take place remotely from 3:30- 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays. ELA will be held on Wednesdays with Math taking place on Thursdays. The classes will run right up to the test dates.

ELA EXAM TEST DATE 3/29-/3/31

MATH EXAM TEST DATE 4/26-4/28

Please log in to Operoo to fill out the survey by 1/12/22 for entry into our classes.  If you fill out the survey it will serve as your invitation to the specific programs you sign up for.

Please contact  Mr.Rocco at grocco@schools.nyc.gov with questions or concerns.

Report cards will be distributed electronically at the end of each marking period.

Below are the ways to access student report cards:

1) Registered parents can log into Pupil Path at https://pupilpath.skedula.com/. Once you have logged into the system, select "grades" located on the left-hand side of the screen. A drop down will show where you can select "report cards." The main screen will then update. Please be sure to select "Marking Period 1" to see the final grades.

2) Parents can access report cards through the NYCSA website, https://mystudent.nyc/.  If you have multiple students enrolled in the DOE, select the child's tile you wish to view. On the following screen, please select the "grades" tile. From there, you will be able to view all the grades that were entered for your child. At the bottom of the screen, you have the option to download a PDF file that is identical to what the school would have generated for you.

 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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New York City Public Library