Visit the NYC Department of Education 2024-2025 School Year Calendar Page to quickly view important dates and download translated, printable calendar versions.
Report cards are available in your NYCSA account. By now, most parents have set up their accounts, but for those that have not - remember that this is the only way report cards can be seen after distribution.
NYCSA is an easy way to stay connected to your child's school, offering you access to your child's grades, schedules, test scores, attendance, Individualized Education Program (IEP) information, bus times and more NYCSA allows you to submit essential school forms online and access important announcements from the NYC Department of Education, including news of events happening in your district or citywide.
NYCSA now includes Parent University, a resource hub filled with free courses, events, and activities to help empower you as an advocate for your child's education. In addition you will be able to use NYCSA to cast your vote in upcoming elections for candidates who will represent your community on local and citywide Community Education Councils.
We’ve made it easier to sign up for an NYC Schools Account (NYCSA). Setting up a basic account will allow you to get emergency notifications from the DOE.
If you have not yet created your account, you can create a basic account online from any computer, phone, or tablet. All you need to do is:
After you create your account, you will need to verify your identity and your relationship with that student. You will need an account creation code letter, contact Norma Santaliz at nsantaliz@schools.nyc.gov.
Once you verify your connection to your student you will be able to see your child’s grades, test scores, and attendance.
The DOE takes the confidentiality of information about students very seriously. There are several federal and state laws, such as the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and New York State Education Law 2-d, and local regulations, such as Chancellor’s Regulation A-820, that protect students’ “personally identifiable information” (PII). These laws also place responsibilities on the DOE and outside parties that are given access to students’ PII, including the requirement for the DOE and schools to provide families with the following annual notices:
Congratulations to our teachers, students and families!
NYS has designated PS 65 as a 2019-2020 Recognition School based on high academic achievement, student growth, and having made progress during the 2018-2019 school year.
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PS 78
35 Hill Street, Staten Island, NY 10304
Ms. Contento Principal
Ms. Amtzis, Assistant Principal
Ms. Alonzo, Parent Coordinator for PS 78
Ms. Santaliz, Parent Coordinator for PS 65
718.442.3094
Beginning Monday, July 7, 2025
Start time is at 8AM
Entrance: Cafeteria, Exit 4 for breakfast
Classes end at 12PM
JCC and PAL run from 12pm to 5:30pm
Bussing is available for qualifying students, dismissal will be at 2:30PM and 3:00PM Exit 4
All students dismiss through Exit 1
Starting at 5:00PM
PAL will dismiss through exit 14
JCC will dismiss throught exit 4
Sick pick up will always be in the main office, please make sure parent/guardian is on the blue/dismissal card.
School Supply Lists for 2025-2026 School Year
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PS65 will be using Parent Square next year as our main platform for communication. We will no longer be using Class Dojo or Operoo in September.
Download the free app today. Classes that have 100% of the students connected by June 13th will earn an ice cream party. Who will be the first class to enjoy a sweet treat?
Ready? Set! Go!
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Families with children in Kindergarten through Second Grade are automatically enrolled in the NYC Kids Rise Save for College Program and receive a free NYC Scholarship account.
For more information, click on the icon or email Ms. Santaliz, Parent Coordinator at nsantaliz@schools.nyc.gov.
Click on the icon for highlights from last year's NYC School Survey 2023.
You can access Principal Jacob-Alex's school-wide letters for the 2024-2025 school year by clicking the links below.
Any NYC Health & Hospital site can provide free immunizations and help families complete the required health form.
Please visit this link for a list of primary care clinics and the DOE vaccination page for vaccine requirements.
For any questions or concerns, please get in touch with the school office at 718.981.5034 and speak with Patty Siragusa, School Secretary, or Norma Santaliz, Parent Coordinator.
By now, most parents have set up their accounts, but for those that have not - please get in touch with Ms. Santaliz, Parent Coordinator, to help set up an account. Report cards are available in your NYCSA account.
Parents will vote in the CEC elections through their NYCSA account this year. So if both parents want to vote, they need an account. Please read below if you have not set up your account. NYCSA is an easy way to stay connected to your child’s school, offering you access to your child’s grades, schedules, test scores, attendance, Individualized Education Program (IEP) information, bus times, and more. NYCSA allows you to submit essential school forms online and access important announcements from the NYC Department of Education, including news of events in your district or citywide.NYCSA now includes Parent University, a resource hub filled with free courses, events, and activities to help empower you as an advocate for your child’s education. In addition, you can use NYCSA to cast your vote in upcoming elections for candidates who will represent your community on local and citywide Community Education Councils.
How to Sign UpYou can sign up for an account today with just your name and contact information, and then connect the account to your child’s records by contacting your school for verification. Learn more at schools.nyc.gov/nycsa and sign up now at schoolsaccount.nyc.
Questions/Concerns: Please email Ms. Santaliz at nsantaliz@schools.nyc.gov or contact NYC Kids Rise at 833.543.7473, info@nyckidsrise.org, or visit www.nyckidsrise.org.
As per DOE directive, transportation eligibility is based on a student's grade level, walking distance between home and school, and existing accommodations based on medical condition, housing status, or safety assessment.
As a reminder, you can log into your NYCSA to know the status of your child's bus. If you need help setting up or accessing a NYCSA, don't hesitate to contact Parent Coordinator Norma Santaliz at nsantaliz@schools.nyc.gov or call at 718.981.5034 ext. 1120.
Questions/Concerns: Please email Ms. Santaliz at nsantaliz@schools.nyc.gov
Visitors to school buildings are no longer required to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccine. All students and staff will receive 4 rapid test kits each month to use at home. Mask mandates have been lifted. Learn more at the NYC Schools COVID-19 webpage.
Being in school is expected every day to continue the progress and success of all students.
