Issue 76
February 6, 2026
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High School of Telecommunication Arts and Technology
High School of Telecommunication Arts and Technology
Xhenete Shepard, Principal
Xhenete Shepard, Principal
The TELEgram Newsletter
Principal's Message
Principal's Message
Good Evening, HSTAT Families!
We had such an exciting week at HSTAT! On Tuesday, we were honored to welcome Chancellor Samuels, who visited our school as part of his district tour. He was joined by Superintendent Angeles, and it was a privilege for HSTAT to represent the New Visions District high schools. During his visit, the Chancellor held a community meeting where he took thoughtful questions from our students. I was incredibly proud of our SGO representatives—their insight, confidence, and leadership truly reflected the dignity and intelligence of our HSTAT community.
I’m also happy to share that our seniors also had a fantastic time on their trip to Universal Studios, creating memories that will last long beyond graduation.
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend. See you on Monday!
Best,
Xhenete Shepard
Principal
Visit from Chancellor Kamar H. Samuels
Visit from Chancellor Kamar H. Samuels
On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, we were honored to receive a visit from Chancellor Kamar H. Samuels at our school. Here pictured (from left to right): Ms. S. Justice, Grade Advisor, UFT, Chapter Leader; Mr. J. Sosa, AIS Social Worker; Ms. X. Shepard, Principal; Chancellor Kamar H. Samuels; Kayla Santosuosso, Esq. NYC District 47 Council; Dr. Noah Angeles, High School, Superintendent-New Visions; Ms. C. Mednick, A.P. Pupil Personnel; Mr. D. De Martini, A.P. Organization; Ms W. Lantigua, A.P. Instructional Support.
Parent Teacher Association
Parent Teacher Association
Pictured here: (left to right ); Ms. Serena Su-PTA President; Mr. Julio Lopez-PTA Recording Secretary; Ms. X. Shepard, Principal; Mr. D. De Martini, A.P. Organization; Ms. C. Mednick, A.P. Pupil Personnel; Ms. Geeta Alwan-Parent; Ms. Marzena Wierbowska-Parent.
2026 PTA Meeting Dates
2026 PTA Meeting Dates
Please join us for our February 9, 2026, General Monthly PTA Meeting at 7:00pm. We will have a guest speaker, Mr. Michael Maslankowski-Co-op/Transition Coordinator. (Subject-SYEP application) Register in advance to receive meeting details.
All meetings will begin at 7 p.m. via Zoom unless otherwise indicated.
Dates to Remember
Dates to Remember
PSAL SPRING Season starts in March
PSAL SPRING Season starts in March
Spring Season Coaches will be conducting interest meetings in the month of February. Listen to the daily announcements during 2nd period and check your email for upcoming information.
Click here for all mandatory forms, all requirements, coaches' contact information, and more: docs.google.com/presentation/d/1GJKGtaSBFzy2P_b5H-nPMmI3MwEagSd62xJQd2zd92k/edit?usp=sharing
If you’re interested in the PSAL Individual Access Pilot (IAP), please contact Athletic Director, Murray for the Spring 2025-2026 season ASAP, via email. The PSAL deadline is February 13th, 2026.
If you have ANY questions, contact Atheletic Director, G. Murray. by email/voicemail, please include your name, your full name (or your child’s full name) and the best phone number to reach you.
THANK YOU.
G. Murray
Athletic Director
HSTAT
Tel: 347-460-3820
This is a reminder that if you have not yet completed the Income Inquiry Form for your child, please do so as soon as possible.
We collect this information because it is tied to our school's funding. If we get your support, we will have access to funds that we can use for tutoring clubs, and sports teams, as well as supporting instructional materials.
If you complete this form and you are eligible for financial assistance, your child will receive waivers for Advanced Placement Exams, as well as SAT, ACT exams, and CUNY College Application fees.
Please know that the information you provide on this document will not be shared with any other agencies and will be kept completely confidential.
To complete the form, click on the link below:
You may reach us at:
You may reach us at:
718-759-3400
718-759-3400
Assistant Principals
Assistant Principals
A.P. of Organization: ext. 3463
A.P. Instructional Support: ext. 3469
A.P. Social Studies and World Languages: ext. 3455/3465
A.P. Guidance: ext. 3461
A.P. English/ENL/Art/Music/Phys. Ed: ext. 3454
A.P. Math/Science/SEP: ext. 3455/3465
Other Contacts
Other Contacts
Attendance: ext. 3451
Athletics: ext. 3501
Clubs: ext. 3503
College Advisors:
Ms. Dumaresq: ext. 3441
Ms. Gibson: ext. 3452
Ms. Sherpa: ext. 3435
ID Cards: ext. 3431
Nurse: ext. 3416
OMNY Cards: ext. 3504
Parent Coordinator: ext. 3427
Senior Activities: ext. 3447
Working Papers: ext. 3416
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