P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School

💫Welcome to P.S.16 Queens💫
Soaring Together Always Reaching for Success
@Mskatheriner, Interim Acting Principal
New Site:

[City in the Community NY @citc_nyc]

From the pitch to the classroom 📚⚽️

As part of his initiatives with the CITC Player Ambassador Program, powered by Third Rail SC, Keaton Parks stopped by P.S. 16Q to read his book Goal of the Game with students, encouraging a love of reading and giving back to the community 📖

[Anthony Rivera-School District 24 @NYC_District24]

Yesterday we welcomed 900+ participants to our Early Childhood Fair. Our families explored and learned what we already know, D24 is a great place to learn! Thank you to the teams at Mosaic Pre-K Center and NYSCI for making the day possible! @nysci @DOEChancellor @NYCSchools

[Anthony Rivera-School District 24 @NYC_District24]

PS 16Q welcomed families with smiles, open hearts—and a little mac & cheese love 💙🧀 to the D24 Early Childhood Fair! @PS16Queens
#BoldStartBrightFuture #D24Strong

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

Todos los útiles escolares son GRATUITOS y estaran disponibles para TODOS nuestros estudiantes!!!
Recibirán cuadernos, lápices, crayones, carpetas, etc., ya sea en la Fiesta de Regreso a Clases o durante la primera semana de clases. También se regalarán mochilas!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

ALL Back to School Supplies will be provided for ALL our Students! Students will receive notebooks, pencils, crayons, folders, etc. at our Back 2 School Bash! or during the 1st Week Back! Backpacks will also be given away! ❤️❤️❤️ @NYCSchools @DOEChancellor @mskatheriner

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

Explora nuestro NUEVO programa escolar-Empoderar a los estudiantes a través de oportunidades de aprendizaje! Únase a la Directora de Estudiantes Multilingües y Estudiantes del Idioma Inglés Penido y a la Directora Rodríguez. TODOS ESTÁN INVITADOS! Ingrese por la entrada principal

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

Explore Our NEW School Program-Empowering students through exciting learning opportunities! Join Director of Multilingual Learners & English Language Learners Evelyn Penido & Principal Rodriguez. ALL ARE INVITED! Enter through main entrance of school @NYCSchools @NYC_District24

[NYC Public Schools @NYCSchools]

Learn more about the Cell Phone and Electronic Device Policy: https://t.co/nTEVnnJqM9

[NYC Public Schools @NYCSchools]

This policy helps create a learning environment that keeps students engaged and reduces distractions, so every student can thrive.

If students use devices during the school day, schools will respond with clear, progressive steps to encourage better habits.

[NYC Public Schools @NYCSchools]

🚨 New @NYCSchools Cell Phone and Electronic Device Policy! 📲

State law now requires that smartphones and other personal internet-enabled devices like smartwatches cannot be used on school grounds during the school day.

[NYC Public Schools @NYCSchools]

💳 Lost/damaged your card? Replace it at ANY @NYCSchools summer site:

✏️ Elem/Middle: July 7–Aug 6
🎒 High School: July 14–Aug 6
⏰ Mon–Wed, 9 AM–11 AM

Call 718-935-2200 (Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 6 PM) to locate your nearest summer site, or visit: https://t.co/g845HPxluV.

[NYC Public Schools @NYCSchools]

Hey, students! 👋

Remember: your school-issued OMNY card is valid through August 31—even if you’re not in summer school.

🌞 Use it to commute to your summer jobs, visit your local public library, chill at your nearby cooling center, and much more!

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

Boletín para familias- Estrellitas: ¡Edición de mayo! ¡Echa un vistazo a todos nuestros eventos, festivales y talleres de mayo! ¡Nos lo pasamos genial! Les recordamos que no hay clases el 19 de junio. @NYCSchools @NYC_District24 @DOEChancellor @Mskatheriner

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

Little Stars Parent Newsletter May Wrap-Up Edition! Take a look at all our events, festivals, and workshops in the month of May! We had a blast! As a reminder no school on June 19th! @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools @DOEChancellor @Mskatheriner

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

Today ‼️- Meeting and Elections/
Hoy‼️ - Reunion y Elecciones.
The PTA Executive Board Positions are open for the next school year 2025-2026
President, Secretary, and Treasurer.
Please let us know if you would like to nominate a parent. @Mskatheriner @NYCSchools

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

Let's Go Mets!!! #LGM    @CitiField @Mets 4th grade End of Year Trip to Citifield!
#funtimes #goodvibes #love 200 PS 16 strong at CitiField! @NYCSchools @NYC_District24 @Mskatheriner @DOEChancellor #educationday

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

Our entire 4th grade went on their end of year trip to @CitiField to see the @Mets play! Here's them arriving to the stadium!!! 🧡💙🧡💙 💫 @NYCSchools @NYC_District24 @Mskatheriner #love #community #funtimes #experienes #educationday #200strong

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

Our entire 4th grade went on their end of year trip to @CitiField to see the @Mets play! & guess what! They won!Thank you to our amazing 4th grade teachers, family chaperones & team for making this memorable experience come to life 🧡💙🧡 @NYCSchools @NYC_District24 @Mskatheriner

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

Parent Workshop/Taller de Padres
Come in your active wear & join us for a ZUMBA class! Join us in our school's cafeteria!
¡Ven con tu ropa deportiva y únete a nuestra clase de ZUMBA! ¡Baila sin parar! Ven a nuestra cafeteria! @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools @Mskatheriner

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

¡Limpieza de clóset! ¡Los invitamos a ayudarnos a limpiar nuestro clóset comunitario! ¡Traigan su propia bolsa y lleven a casa los artículos necesarios para sus familias! Hoy de 2:30 p. m. a 4:00 p. m. y el 16, 17 y 18 de junio. @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools

[P.S.16Q The Nancy DeBenedittis School @PS16Queens]

Closet Clean Out!! We are inviting you to help us clean out our community closet! Please Bring your own bag and take home any needed items for your families! Today 2:30-4:00pm & June 16, 17 and 18th! @NYC_District24 @NYCSchools