Issue 78
February 27, 2026
The TELEgram Newsletter
Good Evening, HSTAT Families!
What a week it has been! We hope everyone enjoyed the snow day on Monday. As we look ahead, we want to remind families of our protocols should we ever need to pivot to remote instruction. Every student has been issued a Chromebook to use throughout their four years at HSTAT. In the event of remote learning due to inclement weather or other circumstances, teachers will post assignments on Google Classroom and will be available to support students by phone. Please continue to check your email and our website, www.hstat.org, for updates.
Please also remind your students that only school‑issued devices are permitted in the building, and they are expected to bring their fully charged Chromebook to school each day. Personal laptops or tablets should be left at home.
We wish you a wonderful weekend and look forward to welcoming all students back next week.
Sincerely,
Xhenete Shepard
Principal
From Ms. Augustin and Ms. Parawar - Social Studies
The 11th grade US History class had a mock trial. They put Rockefeller on trial to see if he was a robber baron or a captain of industry. Each class presented their case using deep research; we had lawyers, bailiffs, sketch artist, newspapers and witnesses. The students enjoyed themselves.
Valentine's Day PTA Fundraiser 2/13/2026♥️
PTA-Valentine's Day Rose Sale.
Some of our great Students enjoying the Friday before the break!
PTA Executive Board at our Valentine's day Fundraiser.
Happy Valentine's Day!♥️
The Lovely Ms. Channer-SS Teacher/Dean.
Our wonderful student at Bake Sale.
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.
🎓CLASS OF 2026 SENIOR ACTIVITIES🎓
Dear HSTAT Families,
We are so proud of the Class of 2026! We have a lot of exciting events and activities for your soon to be graduates, so please read the letter carefully. Please note that only students in good standing and on track to graduate will be permitted to attend senior events and activities.
Below is a list of important dates and events:
Senior Dues ($100) - Past Due, Please bring money orders to 501
Cap and Gown Measurements - Due by Feb 27th
(Google Form)
Senior Trampoline Park Trip - TBD, Spring 2026
($50.00)
Senior Prom - June 3rd, 2026 at The Liberty Belle Boat
($148.00)
* If your child has already paid we cannot refund you.
* If your child needs a ticket, please see Mrs. Plumb in 501 ASAP as I have a few left!
Six Flags Trip - June 5th, 2026, 1 Six Flags Blvd, Jackson Township, NJ 08527
(FREE)
Senior Luncheon & Yearbook Day - June 16th 2026, 350 67th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220
(FREE)
Graduation Rehearsal - June 18th, 2026, 9:00am for all graduates! Don’t be late!
Brooklyn College, 2900 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11210
Graduation - June 26th, 2026
1:00pm Graduates Arrive
1:30pm Doors Open to Families
2:00pm Ceremony Begins
Location: Brooklyn College, 2900 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11210
Contact information: Students and parents can contact me by email at eplumb@schools.nyc.gov or on my office phone: (718) 759-3447
Senior Dues: For the 2025-2026 school year, we will be collecting senior dues in the amount of $100.00 for senior graduation and senior event expenses (i.e., Senior luncheon, senior gift, graduation etc.) Any remaining funds will be used to reduce the cost for senior events and activities.
Please note that some senior events may be free of cost for seniors who pay dues, while others may require additional payment. Events with a price listed must be paid for by the student (for example: prom, or the Trampoline Trip).
Fundraising: Your child may reduce the cost of their expenses (Dues, Prom, or Trips) by participating in our Senior Activities Fundraising Campaign in the spring. Please see Mrs. Plumb in 501 to join the spring fundraiser.
Please also keep in mind the following policies:
ELIGIBILITY TO ATTEND GRADUATION CEREMONY
The Chancellor’s Regulation regarding the right to participate in the graduation ceremony is the following:
Consistent with the need to maintain standards and communicate to students our expectations of them, only students who have successfully completed the requirements for a high school diploma including courses and standardized tests by the June graduation date, will be permitted to participate in graduation ceremonies conducted by their school.
Therefore, if your child has not fulfilled the requirements mandated by New York State before the June graduation date, he or she cannot be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony. Your child will still receive his/her yearbook, cap and gown, and diploma case. Senior dues cannot be refunded.
ELIGIBILITY FOR SENIOR ACTIVITIES
Only students who have obtained senior promotional status (i.e., students who have passed and are passing the courses required for graduation) will be eligible to attend Senior Trips and Activities (Senior Trip, Prom, Six Flags etc.) If students are failing grad requirements they will be supported on trip days with academic workshops and must still attend school.
Furthermore, the administration reserves the right to deny any student from participating in any Senior Activity if the student has not met any school or class obligations such as exams and projects regardless of academic standing. Students who do not adhere to the “CityWide Behavioral Expectations” will be excluded from Senior Activities.
Fourth year students who have not obtained senior status are not eligible to participate in Senior Activities: Senior Prom, Six Flags Trip, Senior Luncheon, and Graduation Ceremony.
I thank you for your attention to this matter, for supporting your child to this point and for being a part of our HSTAT community. If you have any questions regarding senior activities, please do not hesitate to reach out to me using the contact information above or below. If you have questions regarding your child’s academic standing, please reach out to Adriane Musacchio amusacchio2@schools.nyc.gov or Denise Basso at dbasso2@schools.nyc.gov.
Kind Regards,
Mrs. Emily Plumb
Senior Class Activities Advisor
eplumb@schools.nyc.gov
After-School Tutoring Spring 2026
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.
Please join us for our, General Monthly PTA Meetings. All meetings will begin at 7:00pm via zoom, unless otherwise indicated.
Please view the slide below from Mr. Maslankowski, on Career Development, Student Professional opportunities and Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP).
FROM GUIDANCE
IMMIGRANT FAMILIES RESOURCE NIGHT, MARCH 26, 2026