NEW INCOMING FAMILY information
2022 - 2023

WELCOME TO BOOKER T.!

​We look forward to meeting and welcoming you into our school community. Updates will be made as information becomes available. Please contact us with any questions you may have.
Please check out this welcome video from our PTA  president Lee Uehara and communication VP Victoria Micalizzi.

ContactS

Anne McIntosh Pejovich, Parent Coordinator
amcintosh6@schools.nyc.gov
(212) 678-2861 x 1441

Erica Williams, Student Coordinator
ewillia72@schools.nyc.gov

Jodi Mafdali, Special Needs Coordinator
jmafdali@schools.nyc.gov
(212) 678-2861 x 1051

NEED HELP WITH TECHNOLOGY?

If you or your student needs help or guidance with technology, devices, student email addresses or accessing grades, please let us know using the MS 54 Technology Help Form.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Check the Student school supplies list for your student's grade.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL INFORMATION

  • Homeroom assignments will be e-mailed to families during the first full week of September, 2022.
  • Class schedules will be provided to students on the first day of school.
  • Details for this coming school year, including safety protocols, school day info, arrival/dismissal, etc., are forthcoming.
  •  New Parent Orientation
    • Part 1:  Monday, September 12 at 8 am
      Topic: Booker T.: What You Need to Know 
    • Part 2: Wednesday, September 14 at 8 am
      Topic: How to Support Your Middle Schooler
    • Both sessions are in person and for parents only.
      If your sixth graders are traveling with you that morning, they can wait in the courtyard, which will be supervised from 8-8:40. A grab-and-go breakfast will also be available for the students.

STUDENT ORIENTATIONS

All grades will have their orientations in-person, during the first week of school. Topics will include organization and time management skills, ice breakers and group activities. Students will also be given a building orientation to aid in navigating among the hallways and rooms.

A Safety Assembly will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 20th at 8 am.
This is mandatory for 6th graders.  Parents are welcome.
​7th and 8th graders are also welcome, if they need a refresher.

PARENT/GUARDIAN HOMEWORK

  • New Family Contact Form
  • School forms, including the "blue" emergency contact, Ryan Health and permission forms, will be provided to families during the first week of school. These must be returned to the school via your student as soon as possible.
  • You can also familiarize yourself with the Parent/Student Handbook

THE PTA AND BOOKER T. COMMUNITY

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MS54 STORE
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PARENT ORGANIZATIONS
Interested in helping the PTA with community events, fundraisers and supporting the students and staff? Contact our Co-Presidents!

Get involved with the Equity Team to promote greater inclusivity and equitable working and learning environments for our students, families, staff and community.

Join the Wellness Committee to develop initiatives for mental, physical and social health among our students and staff.

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