Tuesday, September 19, 2017 7:45-9:00AM
P.S. 217 is proudly joining the numerous schools, Head Start and Child Care programs throughout New York State in celebrating fathers, step fathers, grandfathers, uncles, big brothers, big cousins and other fatherly figures who have a positive impact on our children lives. Celebrated annually for over 10 years at the beginning of each school year, this event aims to get more fathers involved in their children’s schools, so that kids will be motivated to do better. Research has shown that children who have involved fathers have a higher performance at school, as well as improved behavior and social skills.
On the morning of Tuesday, September 19, 2017 we encourage all fathers and father figures to accompany their children to school. You will be welcomed by P.S. 217 staff members who (with your permission) will take a picture of you and your child. After dropping off your child, you are invited in the school garden for a cup of coffee, light refreshments and for socializing with other dads. If no father figure in your child’s life is able to participate, mothers are welcome to attend.
With your participation and cooperation we aim at offering more father geared events during this school year. Please feel free to let us know what interests you, what you would like to see happen in our school and how we can meet your expectations.
Please send your questions and suggestions to the Parent Coordinator Mara Dubovici in Room 109 / 718-434-6960 x 1 / LDubovici@schools.nyc.gov.