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Attention

• 🎒 2026–2027 School Uniform Guide & Supply List

  Dear P.S. 251 Families,

  We’re excited to welcome our students and families for the 2026–2027 school year!

  Please review the attached Uniform Guide for grade-level uniform colors and recommended retailers.

  If your child is new to P.S. 251 or you have not yet completed pre-registration, please complete our Pre-Registration form by scanning the QR code on the flyer or using the link below.

  https://forms.gle/mNkWErowGBJcDktg9

   

  Completing the form helps our school team prepare for your child’s enrollment and allows us to contact you with important next steps.

  Please continue to monitor Operoo, ClassDojo, the School App, and our website for additional enrollment forms and important back-to-school updates throughout the summer.

  We look forward to welcoming you to another wonderful school year!

  Josanne Edgar
  Parent Coordinator
  P.S. 251

   

   

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• Enrollment Checklist

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• Summer Rising Update

  Hello P.S. 251 Families,
  
  I hope you and your children are having a wonderful summer! We are already 3 weeks into Summer Rising, and time is flying by. As a reminder, the last day of Summer Rising is Friday, August 14.
  
  Looking ahead to the new school year, the first day of school is Thursday, September 10, and it will be a full day of school for students.
  
  For your convenience, you can view the complete 2026–2027 NYC Public Schools calendar here:
  2026–2027 NYC Public Schools Calendar
  
  Enjoy the rest of your summer and thank you for your continu

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• July 3rd notice

  Attention P.S. 251 Summer Rising Families

  In observance of the Fourth of July holiday, Summer Rising will not be in session on Friday, July 3. There will also be no meal service on that day.

  Summer Rising and meal service will resume on Monday, July 6.

  🍎 Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
  🥪 Lunch: 11:00 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.

  We hope you and your family have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday!

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• Summer Notice

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• Summer EBT Benefits and Free Summer Meals Available This Summer

  Dear P.S.251 Families,
  
  As the school year comes to a close, we would like to share information about two important programs that can help support families during the summer months.
  
  Summer EBT (SUN Bucks) Program
  
  Summer EBT eligibility letters for the 2026 program are currently being mailed to families. Eligible children will receive a one-time annual food benefit of $120 loaded onto an EBT card to assist with grocery costs during the summer months. Benefit issuances began on June 16, 2026.
  
  Many families are enrolled automatically, while others may need to apply. If you believe your child is eligible but do not receive an eligibility letter by August 1, 2026, please contact the New York State Summer EBT Helpline for assistance.
  
  For questions about eligibility, benefits, applications, card activation, or address updates, families may call the New York State Summer EBT Helpline at 1-833-452-0096.
  
  Free Summer Meals Program
  
  Beginning June 29, 2026, free breakfast and lunch will be available to all children and teens 18 years old and younger throughout New York City. Meals are available at select NYC Public Schools, parks, libraries, community pool centers, and other participating locations.
  
  There is no registration required, and children do not need to provide identification, documentation, or proof of residency to receive meals.
  
  We are pleased to share that our school will be serving as a Summer Meals site.
  
  Service Dates
  June 29, 2026 – September 4, 2026
  
  Please Note: There will be no meal service on Friday, July 3, 2026.
  
  Meal Service Times at Our School
  • Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
  • Lunch: 11:00 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
  
  Families may also call 311 to find a Summer Meals location near them.
  
  For additional information, including meal site locations, halal meal locations, food truck schedules, menus, and program updates, please visit the NYC School Food Summer Meals website:
  
  https://www.opt-osfns.org/schoolfoodny/meals/default.aspx
  
  We encourage all families to take advantage of these valuable nutrition resources and wish everyone a safe, healthy, and enjoyable summer.

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• Peace Day 2026

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• Peace Day 2026

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• Free Dental Screening

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• NYC KIDS RISE (Save for College)

  Hello P.S. 251 Families!
  
  This is a friendly reminder to activate your child’s NYC Kids RISE Scholarship Account. Money has already been set aside for your child’s future college or career training, including the initial $100 scholarship from NYC Kids RISE. Completing the first step also adds an extra $25 to your child’s account!
  
  To activate your account, please visit: nyckr.org/act-now
  
  You will need:
  • Your child’s 9-digit Student ID (OSIS) number
  • Date of birth
  • Home ZIP code
  
  If you have already activated your child’s account, please disregard this message and thank you for completing this important step for your child’s future!
  
  If you need any additional assistance, please let me know. I am happy to help.
  
  Thank you,
  Ms. Edgar
  Parent Coordinator
  P.S. 251

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