COVID Updates - 5/18/22

As of May 17, 2022, New York City is on a HIGH ALERT for COVID spread. WE URGE ALL STAFF AND STUDENTS TO WEAR MASKS AT SCHOOL, even though it is no longer mandatory. 

Please continue to to take home tests, which are widely available at school. If a student tests positive, contact the school immediately by emailing Principal Ort, Parent Coordinator Vickiana Ramirez, or Assistant Principals Edmonds, Edouard, or Jurman. It is very important that you let us know: when was your last day in the building, what are your symptoms, when did they start, and when were you tested.

If a student is not fully vaccinated and exposed to COVID-19, the individual must quarantine for at least five days. Stay home and Zoom into classes until the quarantine period is over. You may return to school on day 6, unless you still have symptoms. If you have any symptoms, regardless of your testing status, please stay home. PLEASE NOTE THAT STUDENTS WILL NOT BE PENALIZED FOR ZOOMING IN TO CLASSES FOR ANY COVID-RELATED REASON. If anunvaccinated student is exposed in the home, the student must continue to quarantine for an additional five days after the infected household member’s isolation period has ended, unless the student is isolated from that household member.

Upcoming Events

  • SCHOOL CLOSED for Memorial Day

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  • Silver to Annx: Blue and Grey to Park East

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  • 11th grade trip to Luna Park

    HS495 (04M495) - Park East High School

  • MAP assessments for 9th and 10th grades

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  • Senior grade trip: Six Flags

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COVID-19 RESOURCES FOR THE 2021-22 SCHOOL YEAR

Welcome to  this year's COVID-19 Resources page. Below, you will find all the critical information about how we are operating in the 2021-22 school year to reduce the risk of COVID infection. We are doing everything we can to make sure staff, students, and families are safe while we deliver quality academic instruction for all students, with purpose, preparation, and pride. 

We urge all students to get vaccinated, and boosted when eligible. Teachers and staff are required to be vaccinated. Please take a look at our COVID-19 Vaccine One-Stop Shopping document, which contains FAQs on the vaccine, reliable resources, up-to-date info on where to get vaccinated, and more. The vaccine is approved for and widely available to all New Yorkers age 5 and over. For more information, go to https://vaccinefinder.nyc.gov/ or call 877-VAX-4NYC (877-829-4692). You can also text your zip code to the number 438829. In most cases, appointments are not necessary. 

To keep families up to date on our plans, we are holding regular town hall meetings via zoom. Please scroll down on this page to view slides from past town halls. In addition, please check this website regularly, as we will update the information here as conditions change.

This information was last updated on January 9, 2022.

Official Information from the NYC DOE

Additional Location for 2021-22

In order to meet social distancing requirements, we have expanded to an additional location, the Park East Annex at St Ann’s school (also known as the Annx), for the 2021-2022 school year. Please note the following information:
314 East 110th St.
NY, NY 10029
between 1st and 2nd Avenues
 
To reach someone on site, please call: 
Nick Jurman, Assistant Principal, Site Supervisor: 929-568-7330
Teddy Griffith, Lead Teacher: 929-568-7333
Gelsie Tucciariello, RN, Nurse: 929-568-7365

We have divided our students into three groups: grey, blue, and silver. The blue and silver groups (about 120 students each) will alternate days between Park East and the Annx. Our alternating day schedule will be sent out via email as well as posted on the school website calendar and Instagram. The grey group (approximately 150 students) will attend school at Park East five days per week. This group includes students who receive specialized services as well as some other, randomly selected students. 

 

 

Principal's Corner

Dear Park East Community,

Welcome to the 2021-2022 school year!  

It feels like a terrific gift to be able to be all together back “home” in our building. I feel so lucky to be starting this year as your new principal, tackling all the joys and challenges we will face as we get readjusted to in-person school together.  

The COVID year taught us so much about resilience, flexibility, compassion, and love. As we move forward to find our way in the new normal, we must constantly pay attention to taking  care of ourselves and each other. Together we will recover and heal from the traumas of last year with renewed appreciation for everything -- our beloved school traditions, all the laughs in our hallways, academic inspiration in our classes, competitive action and community with Pride sports and in our clubs, focus on civic engagement, social justice, and generally making the world a better place  -- that makes our awesome little school so special. I am excited for a great year full of reconnecting, learning, and fun. Together,  let’s make this the best year yet! 

Go Pride! Go Park East!

Much love,

Dr Suzy Ort
August 2021

  

Student Resources

Vaccine Resources

What to Bring to School

  • A mask which must fully cover your nose and mouth. Medical masks and especially N95/KN95 masks are preferable to cloth. Neck gaiters, bandanas, face shields, and masks with exhalation valves are not acceptable.
  • If you don’t have a mask that meets these requirements, we will provide you with one.
  • Your own device, if you wish. Bring the charger too. 
  • Headphones -- the plug-in kind.
  • A sweater or sweatshirt, since classrooms may be chilly with the window open and AC's on. 
  • A positive attitude:  ready to learn in person again while following all the safety protocols!

 

Community Resources for Families

Student Safety Expectations for In-Person Learning

If a student is experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, or is feeling ill, they MUST remain at home.

If a student exhibits COVID-19 symptoms in school, they will be escorted to the isolation room, seen by a school nurse, and go home.

Students must follow social distancing and wear masks throughout the entire day, except when eating. Students who refuse to wear masks properly will be sent home.

Students must follow proper hygiene protocols, including washing hands, using hand sanitizer, and wiping down their equipment as needed.

As per DOE policy, any student who habitually does not follow these guidelines will be moved to 100% remote learning.

Visitors Policy

As of September 2021, all visitors to Park East MUST show proof of vaccination to enter the building.  If you need to pick up a student and do not have proof of vaccination, please call 212-831-1517 x 104 and wait for them outside. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our learning environment safe. Vaccination is highly encouraged for all family and community members. 

Staff Photo 2021

  • staff pose in the gym

    Staff Welcome 2021

DOE CALENDAR

Independent Reading

Looking for a book to read? The New York Public Library is open throughout the pandemic and offers many ways to access free books, ebooks, and more.  Watch this presentation on Independent Reading by our librarian, Ms. Holland. Please contact her with any questions at aholland@parkeasths.org. 

Slides from Past Community Town Hall Meetings