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Spread Kindness One Sticker At a Time!
The RJAT will be holding a Respect for All sticker contest for all academies for RFA Week:

Celebrate kindness through art! Create an original sticker design with the theme “CELEBRATE KINDNESS”.

Artwork may be hand-drawn or digital

Clear and bold images work best for stickers!

Only original artwork will be considered

Submissions must be given by Wednesday, February 11th!

One winner per academy will get their design printed for their entire class! Please submit a copy of your work to this Google Form by February 11th to be considered -https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLlU_z2Mgoexrd3zoVjx3oap_LpInUufSKIkszKi0YeS6eEA/viewform?usp=dialog.
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RJAT "Balanced Ambition" workshop held on Thursday, January 22, 2026

Unlock your child's potential without sacrificing their well-being! Join our workshop, "Balanced Ambition" to discover how to help your child manage healthy performance pressure and the detrimental pressure to please others. We will discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in today's world and how it can be fostered in our students through diverse experiences and social interactions. Equip your child with essential soft skills, time management strategies, and a balanced lifestyle, setting them up for soaring success later in life!
- Shared Slides - Balanced Ambition RJAT Workshop 1-22-26.pdf
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Applications are now open for NYC’s 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program
Applications are now open for NYC’s 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program

Elevate Your Summer With SYEP

NYC's Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is the nation's largest youth employment program, connecting NYC youth between the ages of 14 and 24 with career exploration opportunities and paid work experiences each summer.

By participating in structured project and work-based opportunities, NYC youth are better prepared for careers of the future.

Explore-interests and career pathways

Develop-workplace skills

Engage-in learning experiences to develop social, civic and leadership skills

SYEP will give youth a unique opportunity to explore their interests and discover new ones

Career Exploration

Flex research skills and discover new career possibilities through worksite placements and career exploration events.

Financial Literacy

Feel empowered learning financial literacy skills this summer. Get paid to participate!

To apply: 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Application - Login

https://application.nycsyep.com/

PLEASE NOTE: that you may only submit one application for SYEP. Selection into SYEP is based on a lottery. Submission of an application does not guarantee that you will be offered a summer experience.

If you have further questions about SYEP, contact Community Connect at (800) 246-4646.

The deadline to submit applications is 2/27/2026
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Social Studies Newsletter

The Social Studies midterm for all grades will be held on Wednesday, January 21st. The midterm will be a cumulative exam with both multiple choice questions and written responses.
- Social Studies Newsletter Dec 25 - Jan 26.pdf
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ELA Newsletter Unit 2

Please see our Unit 2 ELA Newsletter!

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Food Distribution Center Information

Parent Resources

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Students Members for SLT: 7th and 8th Grade
Interested in being a school leader and having your voice heard? Represent your academy and apply to be a student member of our School Leadership Team (SLT)! Interest meetings will be held on the following days:

ABL - Thursday, October 9^th during Period 5 in the Library

ASR - Friday, October 10^th during Period 4 in Room 407

AAH - Friday, October 10^th during Period 6 in Room 402

Lunch passes will be available from Room 451 during AM Homeroom.
- SLT Student Flyer.pdf
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High School Admissions
- Family Presentation for rising 8th graders_July 2025 1(1).pdf
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Art Portfolio class with Ms. Terlonge

Please see the attached flyer to learn about making your Art Portfolio with Ms. Terlonge!
- Art Portfolio 1.pdf
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NYC Schools Account

NYCSA gives you access to important information about your child. You will be able to receive communication from the school, see your child's report card, state test scores, attendance and emergency contacts. Please make sure you have a NYCSA account.
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Kindness Over Bullies

🚫Bullying of any kind is not okay.

Bullying can come in different forms such as:

🔹Verbal bullying

🔹Social bullying

🔹Physical bullying

🔹Cyberbullying

Whether in-person or online, during school or after hours, if you see bullying, speak up and make a difference!

Learn more: schools.nyc.gov/RespectForAll
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Calendar

Feb 3

Day 2

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Feb 3

Brooklyn South Spelling Bee- IS 98 Bay Academy @ 3pm

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Feb 4

Story Truths Filming

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Feb 4

CBT Simulation

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Feb 4

Day 4

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NJHS- Traffic Safety Presentation

Project Soapbox

Thank you to our Civics Lead, Mr. Wakie, and all our wonderful Social Studies teachers for working with our students on their Project Soapbox speeches! We were so impressed by the speeches made by these class representatives and inspired by their passion and calls to action!

Students with a teacher on a stage

Thanksgiving Gratitude Chain

Gratitude is one of the most powerful ways to build community. When we take time to notice and name what we’re thankful for, big or small, we remind ourselves of the good that exists around us. Today, we’re creating a Gratitude Chain to show how each of our thank-yous connect to something larger: our classroom community.

ABL Visits Harvard!

ABL students were given the opportunity to tour the Harvard campus during their trip to Boston this December and to visit the natural history museum.

The SIFMA Foundation's Tribute Dinner #StockMarketGame

Congratulations to John 805 for representing IS 187 and the Academy of Business & Law at The SIFMA Foundation's Tribute Dinner! John motivated the crowd of financial luminaries with his inspiring words about the importance of financial literacy and personal finance education, citing his experience with playing the Stock Market Game under the guidance of his Business teacher Mrs. Yuliya Mikhels. We are so proud of John!

2025 Spelling Bee!

Student Work at The Brooklyn Children's Museum

Student Animation's at the BCM and Met!

James Cornelius' (711) animation will be on display at the Brooklyn Children's Museum. Shia Foucault's (712) animation will be featured as a semifinalist in the The Metropolitan Museum of Art's catalog for PS ART.

Citywide Youth Summit

Five I.S. 187 students were invited to a four-part middle school student-centered series connecting four schools in multiple boroughs. This experience has given students a chance to deepen their understanding of themselves and each other through restorative practices, SEL, and music—all leading up to a presentation at the Citywide Youth Summit on May 28.

Congratulations to Our Math Team – 1st Place at MATHCOUNTS!

We are thrilled to share that our math team has secured 1st place in the Brooklyn Chapter MATHCOUNTS competition on February 4th! MATHCOUNTS is a prestigious annual contest that challenges middle school students to apply their mathematical knowledge and problem-solving skills in a competitive setting. Thanks to their dedication and hard work, our students have advanced to the state competition, which will take place in Saratoga Springs this March.

A huge congratulations to our team:

Bryant Ho (714)
Asadbek Abdurakhmonov (807)
Kingsley Huang (807)
Jordan Su (802)

Additionally, Ethan Chen (703) will be competing as an individual qualifier at the state level!

This incredible achievement is a testament to their perseverance, teamwork, and passion for mathematics. We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to Ms. Gambino and Ms. Tung for their dedication and commitment in coaching and supporting our students throughout this journey. Their guidance has been instrumental in the team's success! We couldn’t be prouder of our students and look forward to cheering them on at the next stage of the competition!

Congratulations once again to our Math Team on this outstanding accomplishment!

The Running Team Ran a Mile in the Time Square Half Marathon

ABL Pi Competition!

ABL 7th and 8th at Popular Bank

ABL 7th and 8th Grade students had a unique opportunity to tour the offices of Popular Bank in collaboration with Junior Achievement! Students engaged in interactive activities to develop essential professional skills, including how to write a professional resume. Thank you to our wonderful Business teacher Mrs. Mikhels for organizing this experience! Students posing in an office Students with a banker at a conference table

Penthouse Recording Studios

Our 8th Grade Chorus Classes recently embarked on a fascinating journey into the world of music recording and engineering. This experience was not only educational but also incredibly enjoyable for all the students involved. Each student had the opportunity to participate in a hands-on session, where they explored the various aspects of the music recording process.

Throughout the sessions, students learned about the different techniques used in music production, including sound mixing, editing, and mastering. They engaged with professionals in the field, gaining insights into the tools and technology that make music recording possible. This exposure allowed them to appreciate the artistry behind their favorite songs and understand the effort that goes into producing high-quality music.

The chorus members were enthusiastic and eager to learn, asking questions and experimenting with different recording methods. The experience fostered teamwork and creativity, as students collaborated to create their own recordings. By the end of the sessions, they not only developed new skills but also a deeper appreciation for the music they love.

What a great day 803, 805, and 811!

ABL Job Shadowing Trip: Capgemini

ABL students had an exciting opportunity to learn about the future of AI during their job shadow visit to Capgemini! Class 806 learned about technology-based careers via hands-on activities like programming their own robots. Thank you to Ms. Mikhels, Junior Achievement of NY, and the SIFMA Foundation for coordinating!