Principal Manuel Urena

Dear Parent/Guardian:

It is hard to believe that the fall semester ended. The spring semester began on Tuesday, January 31st; it brings with it many new opportunities, possibilities as well as challenges for all students. The staff at JKO and I are very excited to collaborate with you in ensuring that your child’s experiences are optimal. 

The following are the key dates of the spring semester:

1st Marking   Period 1/31 - 3/20

2nd Marking   Period 3/21 - 5/8

3rd Marking Period   5/9 - 6/21

Spring 2023 Non Attendance Days-The following is a list of the days that classes are NOT in Session:

MID winter recess

2/20/23 - 2/24/23

SPRING   RECESS

4/06/23   – 4/14/23

EID   AL-FITR

4/21/23

MEMORIAL   DAY

5/29/23

ANNIVERSARY   DAY

6/08/23

REGENTS   WEEK

6/14/23   – 6/23/23

Parent/Teacher Conferences will take place virtually on the following dates and times:

March 23Evening (5:00-8:00 pm), March 24Afternoon (12:00-2:30 pm), and May 18Evening (5:00-8:00 pm)

In order to help your child succeed and flourish during the spring semester we ask that you review the list of school expectations found below: 

Punctuality: 

Please note that classes begin at 8:20 am. Students should report to school at least ten minutes prior to their first class in order to put their coats in their lockers, use the rest rooms and be in their classroom to start the educational process. Losing valuable class time can sometimes lead to failed classes. Breakfast is available to students from 7:30 a.m. until 8:10 a.m. Students are not permitted to eat in the classroom, so if your child is bringing breakfast to school, they must arrive in time to eat and be in their first period class on time. 

Attendance: 

Good attendance is essential for students to succeed. A missed day at school is a missed opportunity for learning to take place. Please review your child’s attendance and report to us any absences for medical reasons.

Prepared for School: 

All students should come prepared for school each day with their notebooks, loose-leaf paper and subject dividers. Students are expected to take notes, write down homework assignments and dates of upcoming quizzes. Please check your child’s notebook and school issued agenda books on a regular basis to see that s/he is keeping up with this task as students are graded on its upkeep. Check to see if they have homework and are doing it.

Report Cards:

Report cards are distributed three (3) times a semester. Please review the dates listed above.

Dress Code:

Please be aware of the dress code. 

Dress Code – 

a. Male students are not permitted to wear their pants below their waist.

b. Female students are not permitted to wear short-shorts, mini-skirts, see through apparel or low cut tops. All tops must cover the midriff. 

c. No headwear is permitted in the building (hats, scarves, du-rags, etc.)

Pupil Path:

DOE My Grades is an online grading tool used by teachers to record assignments, grades and attendance. Parents and students can access updates of all classroom information through the parent/student NYC MySchools account which can be access at the following site: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/account/log-in/. We encourage you to check your child’s progress on a weekly basis to ensure that he/she is on track. Feel free to contact Ms. Bernabel, our Parent Coordinator, with questions regarding registration at ABernabel@schools.nyc.gov or simply call the school number.

Change of Information:

Please inform our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Bernabel of any changes in address or telephone numbers. If an emergency occurs or a teacher is trying to get in touch with you, we need your most current information.

Cell Phone Policy & Electronic Devices:

The use of cell phones, computing devices and portable music and entertainment systems at school is subject to the restrictions below.

• ​Cell      phones and portable music and entertainment systems may not be turned on      or used during the administration of any school quiz, test or examination.      
• Computing      devices may not be turned on or used during the administration of any      school quiz, test or examination, except where such use has been      explicitly authorized by the school or is contained in an Individualized      Education Program or Section 504 Accommodation Plan.
• Use      of cell phones, computing devices, portable music and entertainment      systems and other electronic devices during the administration of state      standardized examinations is governed by State Education Department Rules.
• Cell      phones, computing devices and portable music and entertainment systems may      not be turned on or used during school fire drills or other emergency      preparedness exercises.
• Cell      phones, computing devices, and portable music and entertainment systems      may not be used in locker rooms or bathrooms.

Cell phones, computing devices, portable music and entertainment systems may be used as set forth below consistent with Regulation A-413:

During the school day:

• ​May      not be turned on or used during instructional time, except for      instructional and educational purposes with the explicit approval of the      teacher.
• May      be used during the following non-instructional times of the school day:      Lunch periods in the following designated areas: School Cafeteria.

Confiscation and return of electronic items:

Measures will be instituted in a progressive fashion. Such measures may include, but are not limited to: 

• Warnings.
• Confiscation      of item and return at end of school day.
• Confiscation      of item and return following parent conference.
• Confiscation      of item and return following student entering into behavioral contract.
• Revocation      of privilege to bring item to school.

Lockers:

Every student must have a locker. Coats, metro cards, wallets, iPods, etc., can easily be lost if not placed in a locker. The following staff member is responsible for lockers: AP Williams (Cwillia11@schools.nyc.gov).

As Principal of JKO High School, it is my obligation to provide your child with a safe and orderly environment where learning takes place each day. I look forward to working with you in improving your child’s experience at JKO and in nurturing the skills s/he needs to succeed in school and in society.

If you have any questions, please call the Main Office at 212-391-0041 Ext: 1012 and someone will be happy to help you.