Friday, June 21, 2013

June 24 - June 28

Monday,
June 24
Tuesday,
June 25
Wednesday,
June 26
Thursday,
June 27
Friday,
June 28

2:00:
Graduation

11:30 – 2:00:
Senior BBQ

Last Day for Students & Teachers

PNA Closed

PNA Closed
Teacher Gradebooks
As you close the 2012 – 2013 school year, please ensure that you keep a copy of your gradebok for all of your classes. All teachers are required to keep a copy of their gradebooks for seven years. If you would like the school to archive your gradebook for you, please submit a copy to Mr. Liu. Also see Mr. Liu if you need assistance downloading a copy from Skedula.
June 26th Schedule & Procedures
Wednesday, June 26th will run on a Friday schedule. Grade teams will manage the schedule for their students. All teachers are expected to be actively assisting with their grade team’s plan. Students will be released at the normal Friday time. Beginning at 12:30, teachers may begin to see Ms. Franqui for final sign-off on Year-End Checklist items (including turning in your keys). At this time Ms. Franqui will giving the final paperwork for release. Contact Ms. Cook (scook@pablonerudaacademy.org) if you have any questions.
Clear Teacher’s Lounge
Please ensure you remove all personal items from the Teacher’s Lounge prior to your departure on June 26th. This room will be cleaned over the summer. Any items left anywhere in the room (i.e. in closets, etc.) after June 26th will be discarded. See Ms. Cook (scook@pablonerudaacademy.org) if you have questions.
2013 End-of-Year Checklist
All staff received the 2013 End-of-Year Checklist. You can begin completing your checklist, however, signing your CAR and sign-off for clearing your mailbox begins on Friday, June 21st. As a reminder, you have until Wednesday, June 26th to complete your checklist. Checklists must be completed prior to being released on the 26th. If you need an additional copy, you can print one from the following link:
Contact Ms. Cook (scook@pablonerudaacademy.org) if you have questions.
License Plate Collection
As a result of the high volume of cars parking in the main campus parking lot behind the building as well as several other safety concerns (including cars parking illegally, blocking access for deliveries to the kitchen, etc.), several changes will now take place. Staff members’ car license plates are required to be registered with the school. Parking spaces will be re-painted and cars are only allowed to park in appropriately designated spaces. Cars parking in handicapped parking spaces are required to display a state shield. Parking will continue to be on a first come basis. All other cars must utilize street parking. In the near future, the campus will be provided services of a private contractor to tow illegally parked or unregistered cars. Retrieval of cars and expense for towing is the responsibility of the owner. To register your car’s license plate, see the following form: 
Contact Mr. Liu (dliu@pablonerudaacademy.org) if you have questions.
Teachers of Tomorrow
PNA will continue to be a Teachers of Tomorrow (TOT) school next school year. Teachers of Tomorrow is a program funded by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to help recruit new teachers and retain existing teachers in our most high-need schools.  Some teachers may be eligible for awards of $3,400 per year for up to a total of four consecutive years; current teachers may be eligible for up to $2,100 per year in tuition reimbursement towards their first master’s degree. Those teachers who are eligible will receive instructions early next week via DOE email on how to register for this award (the deadline is June 12).   Visit the TOT for teacher eligibility requirements: http://thscnyc.org/tot/home.do
Open Market Hiring System
The New York City Open Market Hiring System opens Monday, April 15th and will be available through August. The system is used by teachers and other staff to view and apply for opportunities across the city. Once open, the system can be accessed at the following link: