Tag Archives: “P.S. 208″

Accelerated Reader Master School

March 10, 2010 – 12:46 pm

Alain L. Locke Elementary has achieved Renaissance Learning’s Master status!  Students at PS 208 have been busy reading and quizzing on books throughout the school year and have reached this goal for the first time.  The Carmel Hill Fund Education Program has granted awards that will be used to sponsor trips, purchase supplies, and add new [...]

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Museum of the City of New York

March 9, 2010 – 12:52 pm

Third grade students from Alain L. Locke Elementary attended a field trip to the Museum of the City of New York.  Participating in “The Grid” program, students were able to explore the impact of urban planning in their own communities.  Topics addressed by museum educators included the importance of institutions such as parks, libraries, and [...]

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Parent Teacher Conferences

March 9, 2010 – 7:46 am

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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ELA Test Prep Workshop

March 8, 2010 – 2:46 pm

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 [...]

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PETCO Field Trip

March 5, 2010 – 9:02 am

Third and fifth grade students at Alain L. Locke Elementary attended a field trip to PETCO.  Students were able to interact with the animals on-site and learn about different habitats.  The educators at PETCO answered questions and provided a wealth of information about various reptiles, rodents, and fish.

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Native American Dancing

March 5, 2010 – 7:49 am

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, [...]

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Ice Skating in Central Park

March 4, 2010 – 8:34 am

From fifth grade reporter Maurae:
 On a Saturday this past January students from Alain L. Locke went to Central Park’s ice skating rink for an urban adventure.  They got to meet many young adults while they skated.  This was an opportunity for people to get along and learn to skate from each other.  Also, this was [...]

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Students vs. Staff Basketball Game

March 3, 2010 – 12:16 pm

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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Arts & Technology Legislative Breakfast

March 3, 2010 – 9:09 am

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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FDNY Fire Zone

March 3, 2010 – 8:38 am

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 [...]

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