Students vs. Staff Basketball Game

DSC_0035nThis 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

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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 fun and we learned a lot!

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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 journey Mike Phillips has taken in order to accomplish his dreams.

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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)

National Museum of the American Indian

Did you know that a visit to the National Museum of the American Indian is free for you and your family? 

Located in Lower Manhattan, this museum offers free admission year-round.  Fourth graders at Alain L. Locke study Native Americans as part of their social studies curriculum.

 Learn more about special events at this museum.

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Posted by: Ms. Burns on February 24, 2010 | Filed under Fun for the Family, Parents | Tagged , , , , | Comments (0)

Ballroom Dancing

This winter the 5th grade at Alain L. Locke is taking part in a ballroom dance residency!  Students are learning the moves to dances such as the polka, waltz, swing, fox trot, rumba, and merengue.  Stay tuned for details about our March 10th performance.

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Posted by: Ms. Burns on February 23, 2010 | Filed under Events, Showcases & Celebrations | Tagged , , , | Comments (0)

Save the Children Luncheon Event

Two of the top readers at Alain L. Locke were invited to attend a luncheon held at Harlem’s Harriet Tubman School on January 28th.  Sami and Erick met contest winners from across the United States at the event in addition to guests: Julianne Moore, Cokie Roberts and Randi Weingarten. 

Read more about this event at savethechildren.org.

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Posted by: Ms. Burns on February 23, 2010 | Filed under Events | Tagged , , | Comments (0)

Parent Reminders

Wed. 2/24 @ 5PM     PTA Meeting and ELA Workshop

Fri. 2/26 @ 11AM – 1PM    African American Luncheon

                  As is our custom, teachers and parents contribute food and money for this Luncheon.  We need your help in making this African American Celebration a success!

Sat. 2/27 @ 11AM – 2PM      Harlem Education Fair

                  Harlem Armory on 143rd Street (between Lenox and 5th Avenue).  We need parents for this day PLEASE VOLUNTEER.

If you need any further information, please feel free to contact Ms. Alcantara, Parent Coordinator at (212) 534-9580 Ext. 133

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Posted by: Ms. Burns on February 22, 2010 | Filed under Events, Fun for the Family, Parents, Showcases & Celebrations | Tagged , , , , | Comments (0)