THE POLICE OFFICER ROCCO LAURIE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL 72
33 Ferndale Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
(718)698-5757 Fax: (718)761- 5928
Administration
Jessica Jackson, Principal
Mary Curran, Sixth Grade Assistant Principal - mcurran3@schools.nyc.gov
Gregory Rocco, Seventh Grade / APO-Assistant Principal of Discipline and Operations - grocco@schools.nyc.gov
KellyAnn DeSantis, Seventh Grade Assistant Principal - kdesantis5@schools.nyc.gov
Danielle Movsesian, Eighth Grade Assistant Principal - dmovsesian@schools.nyc.gov
Sean Benitez, Assistant Principal of Special Education - sbenitez2@schools.nyc.gov
Rocco Laurie Scholarship Game 3/24/23
Dear Rocco Laurie Families,
On Friday March 24th we will be hosting the I.S. 7 staff in our annual Rocco Laurie Scholarship Basketball game. Each year, the I.S. 72 staff play this game against the staff of I.S. 7, which is intense, exciting and fun for everyone.
Tickets will be on sale for this game starting on Monday 3/20. Students can buy tickets during their lunch periods. Tickets are $5 and all proceeds go to the Rocco Laurie Scholarship fund. Students must be accompanied by an adult to enter the game.
Protocols for picking up a child early.
1. Listed on the Blue Card
There are no exceptions.
Please contact me with any questions or concerns.
Bread of Life Food Drive 2023
Family Game Night 3/23/23
Math & Literacy Night 3/27/23
Technology Support
Please contact Dr. Wohlstetter or Mr. Primm if a student needs their email address or passwords reset. If students need any support with technology platforms they are using , please feel free to reach them through email.
Program Director Dr. Wolhstetter at jwohlstetter@schools.nyc.gov
Technology Coordinator Mr. Primm at jsilvermanprimm@schools.nyc.gov
IS 72 SCHOOL SPIRIT AND PHYS ED STORE IS ON ONLINE!
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.
Lunch Form Letter 2022
Dear Parent or Guardian,
Each year we ask families to complete a Lunch form. This form is a key factor in determining whether
your child’s school is eligible to receive funding.
Please go online to myschoolapps.com to complete the form. Online forms are submitted by using your
student’s 9-digit ID number. After completing you will receive confirmation that your form was
submitted.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
(Visit myschoolapps.com and select New York City Schools as your District)
Student Cell Phone Policy 2022-2023
It is the school policy and expectation that all student cell phones and airpods are off and put away during school hours. Student cell phones and airpods should not be visible during the hours of 8:00 a.m and 2:20 p.m. If there is an emergency and you need to reach your child please contact the school directly and we will help you navigate the situation. Please refrain from texting or calling the student’s cell phone during school hours.
Please read the steps that will be taken if a student does not follow the school’s policy:
- Students will be reminded, by all staff each day, to shut down their iphones/airpods and put them away.
- If the phone and/or the air pods are not put away, the teacher will make a phone call home and record it on the grade google log.
- After the second day, if the student is still not complying with the policy, the teacher will contact the dean. The dean will confiscate the phone.
- The student will receive lunch detention and the parent will then be asked to pick up the phone or airpods from the dean.
Thank You,
Mr. Gregory Rocco
Assistant Principal of Operations and Discipline
Device Request 2022- 2023
SCHOOL BUS INFORMATION 2022-2023
***PLEASE NOTE: TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CHECK YOUR NYC SCHOOLS ACCOUNT DAILY FOR UPDATES.
BUS LIST SEPTEMBER 1 2022 - Copy.docx
TO FIND OUT IF YOUR CHILD IS ELIGIBLE FOR YELLOW SCHOOL BUS OR A METRO CARD PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW:
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/transportation/bus-eligibility
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/transportation/transportation-overview
Please click on the document below to print a metro card request form
Any questions regarding transportation, please contact our Transportation Secretary Ms. Rufo at trufo@schools.nyc.gov
NYC Schools Account
Upcoming Events
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Family Game Night
*****Please sign up on Operoo if you and your child plan on attending this event.
Time: 6:00- 8:00 p.m.
IS072 (31R072) Rocco Laurie School -
Rocco Laurie Scholarship Game
I.S. 72 vs I.S. 7 basketball scholarship game at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets are $5 each. Students can purchase tickets during their lunch periods.
IS072 (31R072) Rocco Laurie School -
PTA Meeting
Time: 6:30 p.m.
****In person meeting. Please sign up on Operoo by 3/20/23 if you plan on attending.
Join Zoom MeetingMeeting ID: 949 7370 1210Passcode: 883509
Family Engagement Math & Literacy Night!7:00 p.m.
IS072 (31R072) Rocco Laurie School -
Spring Musical "Matilda"
Time: 6 p.m.
*****Tickets will be available for purchase on Operoo.
IS072 (31R072) Rocco Laurie School -
First Day of Passover - schools closed
IS072 (31R072) Rocco Laurie School -
Good Friday - schools closed
IS072 (31R072) Rocco Laurie School -
Spring Recess - schools closed
IS072 (31R072) Rocco Laurie School -
NYC ELA State Exam
IS072 (31R072) Rocco Laurie School -
NYC ELA State Exam
IS072 (31R072) Rocco Laurie School -
Autism Acceptance Day
Wear Autism Awareness shirt or blue Rocco Laurie gear.
IS072 (31R072) Rocco Laurie School
Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences
Dear Families,
Please see the attached information regarding Parent Teacher Conferences. The conferences will be held remotely on Thursday 3/16/23.
Important information is attached.
Please contact me with any questions or concerns.
Thank You,
Visitor Policy
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.
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.
Protocol for Visitors
Upon entry to a Department of Education building, a visitor must sign in and show photo identification and proof of vaccination.
Visitors must provide the following to gain entry to a NYCDOE Building:
Photo Identification
Proof of Vaccination Health Screening Clearance
Report Card Distribution
Report cards will be distributed electronically at the end of each marking period.
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.
OPEROO
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.
Scanning September 2022-2023
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We are committed to providing a safe and secure learning environment for all students in
our school. The NYPD’s School Safety Division has assisted us in achieving this goal and in
implementing a coordinated approach to school safety. As part of the safety initiative for New
York City schools, on some days students will be required to go through metal scanning
machines like the kind used to screen airline passengers for the purpose of detecting
weapons. These scanning devices, deployed by the NYPD’s School Safety Division, will
identify not only weapons but other objects that are never permitted in our building and will help
us to keep everyone safe in our school.
As you know, there are items that students are prohibited from bringing to school. These
items listed in the Citywide Behavioral Expectations to Support Student Learning (Discipline
Code) include but are not limited to blades, knives, other sharp metal instruments, etc. Students
who bring these items to school may be subject to disciplinary measures. Procedures for use of
scanning devices in our school are contained in Chancellor’s Regulation A-432 on Search and
Seizure which is available on the Department of Education’s
Website www.schools.nyc.gov. You can also request a copy from my office. We recommend
that you review the Discipline Code with your child to become familiar with what items are
prohibited in schools.
The scanning machines will not be at our schools every day, but students must be
prepared every day to successfully pass through scanners. Students must have their student
backpacks, as well as all metal objects (keys, belts. coins, jewelry, etc.), will go through the
scanner. So if students place all metal objects in their backpack before reaching the scanner, this
will help the line to move quickly. Students who are not properly prepared for scanning may be
required to go through a second, hand-held scan that may delay their arrival to their first class.
I hope that students will be attentive and follow instructions from all School Safety
Agents and school staff and be sensitive to other students waiting to be scanned to enter the
building. We will be reviewing details on the scanning process with your child in school this
week.
I need your support in making this safety measure successful. Please discuss this safety
procedure with your child. They must leave prohibited items at home, go quickly through
scanning, and enter the building on time in the morning. I know that your child’s safety is your
number one concern. We are doing everything possible to ensure that all students have a safe
learning environment in which they can achieve their full potential.
I am confident that this additional security resource will enhance the safety of everyone
in our community. If you have questions regarding the policies and procedures on scanning,
please don’t hesitate to call us.
I thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
Jessica Jackson
Principal
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THE POLICE OFFICER ROCCO LAURIE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT
THE POLICE OFFICER ROCCO LAURIE SCHOOL
IS DEDICATED TO EMPOWERING, EDUCATING, AND ENLIGHTENING OUR FUTURE STUDENT LEADERS TO BECOME STRONG GLOBAL CITIZENS BY INSPIRING A LOVE OF LEARNING, EMBRACING THE FULL RICHNESS AND DIVERSITY OF OUR COMMUNITY, AND NURTURING THEIR SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING.