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Event Reminders

Friday, March 12th is the Fifth Grade Ballroom Dance Showcase. The performance will take place at 9:30AM. 

This is also the final day for the Alain L. Locke Book Fair.  Come out to support our students!

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Posted by: Ms. Burns on March 11, 2010 | Filed under Events, Parents, Showcases & Celebrations | Tagged , , | Comments (0)

Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent Teacher Conferences will be from 1PM-3PM and 5:30-8PM on March 16, 2010 at Alain L. Locke.  This day will be a half day for all students with dismissal taking place at 12PM.  Use this opportunity to meet with your child’s teachers and pick up their most recent report card!
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Posted by: Ms. Burns on March 9, 2010 | Filed under Events, Parents | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments (0)

ELA Test Prep Workshop

A Test Prep workshop will be held at Alain L. Locke Elementary on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 9AM.  The New York State English Language Arts exam will be given from April 26th to April 28th to all students at PS 208.  Please join us to learn more about how you can help you children [...]

Posted by: Ms. Burns on March 8, 2010 | Filed under Events, Fun for the Family, Parents | Tagged , , , , | Comments (0)

Native American Dancing

From fourth grade reporter Fatima:
This year my class has been doing Native American dancing.  I have been learning a lot of new dances and activities. One thing that I learned is that there is a special face mask and an amazing story to go with it. We will be having our performance on March 25, [...]

Posted by: Ms. Burns on March 5, 2010 | Filed under Events, Showcases & Celebrations | Tagged , , , | Comments (0)

Students vs. Staff Basketball Game

This past February the Locke Lions challenged the staff of Alain L. Locke Elementary to a basketball game.  In a close match that ended in overtime, the staff of PS 208 was victorious.  The Locke Lions can’t wait for a rematch!

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Posted by: Ms. Burns on March 3, 2010 | Filed under Events, Lions Basketball | Tagged , , , | Comments (0)

Arts & Technology Legislative Breakfast

The Arts & Technology Legislative Breakfast will take place at Alain L. Locke Elementary on March 17, 2010.  Community leaders from our area have been invited to attend this breakfast and learn more about PS 208.  We look forward to their visit!
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Posted by: Ms. Burns on March 3, 2010 | Filed under Events, News | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments (0)

FDNY Fire Zone

From fifth grade reporter Monet:
 Students from PS 208 went to FDNY Fire Zone for an urban adventure.  The firefighters showed us what they do every day.  We watched movies about what causes fires and what people can do to escape from a fire.  Students acted like they were driving the fire truck.  This trip was [...]

Posted by: Ms. Burns on March 3, 2010 | Filed under Events, Field Trips | Tagged , , , | Comments (0)

SAVE THE DATE

The Alain L. Locke Content in Arts Festival will be held on Thursday, March 25, 2010.  All classes will be represented in our annual celebration.
Stay tuned for more information!

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Posted by: Ms. Burns on March 2, 2010 | Filed under Events, Showcases & Celebrations | Tagged , , | Comments (0)

Mike Phillips at P.S. 208

This past winter saxophonist Mike Phillips visited Alain L. Locke Elementary for a special concert.  Mike Phillips is a Hidden Beach NAACP Image Award nominated saxophonist who has toured with superstars such as Prince, Babyface, Brian McKnight and Jill Scott.  Students had the opportunity to get on stage, ask questions, and learn all about the [...]

Posted by: Ms. Burns on March 2, 2010 | Filed under Events, Showcases & Celebrations | Tagged , , | Comments (0)

All-Day Parent Open House

Alain L. Locke Elementary would like to remind you that the first Friday of every month is an Open House Day.  There was a great turnout for February’s event!
On March 5th parents will have the chance to view their child’s classroom in action!
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Posted by: Ms. Burns on February 24, 2010 | Filed under Events, Newsletters, Parents | Tagged , , , | Comments (0)