Volume 5, Number 7, March 2025
Dear Families,
Last week was Career Day here at APPA. As part of this whole-school event, students got a chance to meet with guest speakers and here about different careers right here in the Bronx. Even more importantly, each student had a one on one conversation with their teacher about their current data and progress. Together, they set goals for the rest of the year to support each student in "being their best self".
It was really a great day and exciting to see so many students take ownership of their progress. We encourage you to ask your student about their Leadership Binder -- which is where they are keeping their goals and data. Students will continue to use the binder not only this year but throughout their year's at APPA to track their accomplishments.
Best,
M-J Mercanti-Anthony, Ed.D
Principal
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Queridas familias,
La semana pasada fue el Día de la Carrera aquí en APPA. Como parte de este evento para toda la escuela, los estudiantes tuvieron la oportunidad de reunirse con oradores invitados y hablar sobre diferentes carreras aquí en el Bronx. Aún más importante, cada estudiante tuvo una conversación individual con su maestro sobre sus datos actuales y su progreso. Juntos, establecieron metas para el resto del año para ayudar a cada estudiante a "ser lo mejor de sí mismo".
Fue realmente un gran día y emocionante ver a tantos estudiantes hacerse cargo de su progreso. Le recomendamos que le pregunte a su estudiante acerca de su Carpeta de Liderazgo, que es donde guarda sus objetivos y datos. Los estudiantes seguirán usando la carpeta no sólo este año sino durante sus años en APPA para realizar un seguimiento de sus logros.
Mejor,
MJ Mercanti-Anthony, Ed.D
Director
We want to hear from you! Please take the time to complete this year's annual school survey! If you have any issues registering, please contact us at the school.
All Middle School families should register for this summer's free programs at APPA. Each year, the YMCA runs a full camp program for every middle school student that included enrichment, trips, and swimming! Even if you are not sure of your child's summer plans, it is better to enroll now to ensure a spot!
The application closes close March 28, 2025. As in 2024, families can apply for Summer Rising online using MySchools, our online directory and application system. To apply, log in to MySchools.nyc (if you already have a MySchools account you do not need to create a new one).
Your MySchools account, used for admissions, is different from the NYC Schools Account (NYCSA) that you may use to access your child’s health forms and update emergency contact information. If you have applied to Summer Rising, 3-K/Pre-K programs, or NYCPS schools using MySchools before, your child may already be added to your account. If you do not have a MySchools account, you can create one at MySchools.nyc using your email address, your child’s 9-digit student ID number and a MySchools account creation code, which you can get by contacting your child's school.
Too complicated? Reach out to Ms. Williams here at APPA! She will register for you! Call her at 929-333-2625
Please be sure to click here to register for the city's new Parent Portal. You will need your student's OSIS number to register. If you have any issues, please reach out to our Parent Coordinator, Ms. Williams, here at the school
You are eligible to have your taxes prepared for FREE if your income is below $93,000 if filing with a spouse and/or claiming someone other than yourself or if your annual income is $65,000 and below if filing single.
Ms. Vivian Williams, Parent Coordinator vwilliams7@schools.nyc.gov 929-333-2625
Dr. M-J Mercanti-Anthony, Principal mmercantianthony@schools.nyc.gov 718-824-3152 ext.22857
Adam Waterbury, Assistant Principal awaterbury2@schools.nyc.gov 718-824-3152 ext. 22903
Lissette Castillo, Assistant Principal I.A. lcastillo6@schools.nyc.gov 718-824-3152 ext. 12471
Maria Muniz, Middle School Counselor mmuniz8@schools.nyc.gov 718-824-3152 ext. 12483
Yahaira Andrades, High School Counselor yandrades@schools.nyc.gov 718-824-3152 ext. 12981
Raquel Smith, PA President 718-824-3152 ext. 12904