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Announcements

• PTA MEETINGS: SAVE THE DATES

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• Back to School Community Celebration with PTA

  Come Connect with Our KHELS Community!
  
  While we’re getting ready for the first day, our PTA has also been busy planning ways for our families to connect, get involved, and build community together.
  
  Join us on campus at 5800 Tilden Avenue on Friday, September 18, 2026, from 3:30–5:00 PM for our Back-to-School Community Gathering!
  
  Come by to:
   Meet other KHELS families and make new connections
   Meet our PTA Board and learn how you can get involved
   Connect with staff and our school team
   Enjoy good eats from around the world celebrating the cultures that make our community special
   Pick up some KHELS swag and learn more about what’s ahead this school year!
  
  It’s a chance to come together, meet new and familiar faces, and kick off the school year as a community. We’d love to see you there!

  RSVP: https://forms.gle/XAHSoVmnSxT3WNMM6

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• September 2026: Immigrant Support Letter

  Dear Families,

  Welcome back to school! I am writing to share important information on our efforts to support the safety and learning of all of our students, especially for our immigrant and undocumented families. As an immigrant myself, I want to be clear: New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) welcomes and serves every child, regardless of immigration status.

  Our schools belong to all of our families. NYCPS does not ask about or track the immigration status for our students. We protect student information, and non-local law enforcement, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is not permitted to access our students, schools, or records unless required by law and after consultation with NYCPS attorneys.

  We know that immigration-related concerns can create uncertainty for children and families. We also recognize that some members of our school communities may be affected by changes to immigration programs, including Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Your school is here to support you. If you or a family member has questions or concerns about changes that could impact your family, talk to your Principal to connect you with Project Open Arms. Through Project Open Arms and our city partners, families can access Know Your Rights information and free, confidential immigration legal assistance to help them understand their options and connect with trusted resources.

  As the school year begins, we also encourage families to make sure their school's emergency contact information is up to date and to review the resources available through NYCPS's Project Open Arms. Families have access to free translation and interpretation services if needed. For more information, visit schools.nyc.gov/ProjectOpenArms.

  Additionally, NYCPS continues to partner with the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA). We encourage families to use the MOIA Legal Support Hotline at 1-800-354-0365 which is free, safe, and confidential or visit nyc.gov/immigrants to learn more.

  I am proud to welcome you and your children to the 2026–27 school year. Every student deserves to learn in a school where they feel safe, valued, and supported.

  In partnership,

  Kamar H. Samuels
  Chancellor

   

  For all other languages please visit: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/messages-for-families

  Para todos los demás idiomas, por favor visite:https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/messages-for-families

  Para todos los demás idiomas, por favor visite:https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/messages-for-families

  لجميع اللغات الأخرى، يرجى زيارة:https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/messages-for-families

  Pour toutes les autres langues, veuillez consulter :https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/messages-for-families

  • cks-immigrant-support-letter.pdf

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• KURT HAHN CLOTHING DRIVE

  What are we looking for?

  Clean, gently used or new clothing

  • Shirts, pants, and sweaters
  • Jackets and coats
  • Shoes (pairs only)
  • Accessories (hats, scarves, belts)

  Donations are welcome, Monday through Friday, 3 PM - 4 PM!

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  5800 Tilden Avenue, 2nd Floor - Main Office, Brooklyn, NY 11203

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• New Cell Phone and Electronic Device Policy

  Beginning in the 2025-26 school year, in accordance with New York State law, New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) is updating its policy regarding the use of personal internet-enabled electronic devices—including cell phones—in school. This change supports the State's intent to create distraction-free schools and aims to ensure safe and focused learning environments across all NYCPS schools.

  For a comprehensive overview of the information provided above, please visit the New York City Public Schools website.

  • Kurt Hahn 18K569_ Internet-Device Policy.pdf

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• Kurt Hahn is hiring - APPLY NOW!

  We are in need of Teachers: SPED Teacher, ENL/Language, and Math.

  Click here to see Position Overview & Responsibilities, or visit our Hiring at Kurt Hahn within the About tab

  If interested and would like to apply, send your cover letter & resume to Principal Jean-Marie: jjeanmarie@kurthahnschool.org  

  Give us a call at 718-629-1204 if you have any questions or concerns.

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• Kurt Hahn Important Reminders

  • Students should be in their classes - at their desks - at 8:30am. Please remember attendance is important. Your child misses out on essential learning and school work if coming to school late. Usually, the classes that may be difficult, or a child is failing, is due to the fact they are late to class. 
  • School laptops and devices need to be charged and brought to school everyday.
  • Students should be logging into their gmail, google classroom, and jumpro.pe account to check & complete schoolwork. Please check in with your child and discuss school work - what is due, what was completed, how they are doing in their classes, what is difficult, what is enjoyable, are they showing up on time to their classes...
  • Students were given important forms - Blue Card, Media Consent Forms, Lunch Forms - that need to be completed and returned to the main office ASAP. Please remember to check in with your child about forms, permission slips, or any other documents that need to be completed, signed, and returned to the school. 
  • Please notify the school if your child will be absent.
  • Our phone lines are back up and working - give us a call if you have any concerns or questions 718-629-1204.

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• Need to see your child's grades? - Check Jumprope!

  Log into Jumprope to view your child's grades

   

  Be sure to go to https://app.jumpro.pe/login, and type in your child's KHELS Google Username as the username, and then their student ID number (OSIS) as the password to log in. Once you have access, you can see your child's grades, current classwork and homework assignments, and general student progress.

   

  Refer to the pdf that's attached to see the step-by-step guide on how to access Jumprope.

  • Jumprope How-to.pdf

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• NYC Schools Account - Sign up & Log in to see your child's progress

  NYC Schools Account (NYCSA) is an application that lets you see your child’s academic and biographic information on any computer, phone, or tablet. The application is translated into 9 languages other than English. Not only can you track your student’s academic process, but you can also view other academic resources to support your student and family.

  Click here to access NYCSA: www.schoolsaccount.nyc/

   

  Track your student’s information such as:
  • Attendance
  • Grades & Report Cards
  • Assessments (test scores)
  • Emergency Contact Information
  • Transportation
  • Individualized Education Program (IEP)
  • Digital forms, including the COVID-19 Testing
  Consent Form

  • NYCSA Signin Overview.pdf

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