P.S. 212Q School of CyberScience and Literacy
"We inspire Children to Learn, to Experience and to Achieve"
34-25 82nd Street, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Tel: (718) 898-6973                 Fax: (718) 898-7068
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About Us
Our Mission:
​The mission of PS212 is to provide children with a strong educational background in a safe environment where they can feel happy and become productive members of society. We believe that all children can develop self-confidence and a love of learning. We are dedicated to strengthening the home school connection. We will work toward establishing a collaborative spirit between parents, students, and staff. We support the social emotional needs of every member of our community. 
Daily Health Screening
All students must complete a Daily Health Screening before entering the school https://healthscreening.schools.nyc/

Opt-In Window for Blended Learning (November 2–15)
https://www.nycenet.edu/surveys/learningpreference

Between November 2 and November 15, 2020, you can use this form to switch to blended learning (a mix of in-person days at school and remote-learning days at home) for the remainder of this school year. At this time, this is the only opportunity planned for families to opt into blended/in-person learning. Your child’s school will keep you informed of its specific learning model and your child's schedule. If you have questions, please reach out to the school directly. Students who switch to blended learning will begin their new schedule sometime the week of November 30 or the week of December 7, 2020.

December Calendar
Calendar for Pre-K to 5th Grade Students.
Calendar K/1/2-312 and 3/4/5-400 Calendar
The Above calendar is for k/1/2=312 and 3/4/5-400 class.

Help Our School Receive Title 1 Funding

It's time again at the beginning of each school year to complete a 2020-2021 Family Income Inquiry Form (formerly known as School Lunch Form). This information is linked to funding for the school and we would like all families to fill it out. If you have already done so, we thank you!
To complete online copy and paste this link: https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Completing your form online is quick and easy. If you do not wish to file your application online, you can request a paper application from the school. Please note that it may take longer to process your application if you file via paper.
You only need to submit one form for all children in the household attending school in grades Pre-K through High School.
All families, regardless of income, are asked to complete a 2020-2021 Family Income Inquiry Form (formerly known as School Lunch Form) so that our school can receive additional funding. You do not have to give any income information if you are certain that you don't qualify, however the NYC DOE asks that all families submit the form. We hope to have 100% compliance by November 23, 2020.
Forms submitted online are processed quickly and you will receive immediate confirmation that your form was submitted. Please retain the confirmation information.
We greatly appreciate your support and cooperation. If you have any questions, you can contact Ms. Flores @ OFlores3@schools.nyc.gov
Contact the Office of SchoolFood directly if you need further assistance or have questions about completing this online application:
Office of Food and Nutrition Services
New York City Schools
(877)-363-6325
(718)-707-4400

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News and Announcements

Daily Health Screening Forms

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P.S. 212Q Staggered Arrival and Dismissal Schedule. Pre-k Arrives at 9:00 and dismiss at 2:00pm (Main Entrance - 82nd Street), Kindergarten and K/1/2-312 arrives at 8:50 and dismiss at 1:55 (School Yard 83rd Street), First Grade arrives at 8:40 and dismiss at 1:50 (School Yard 83rd Street) Second Grade arrives at 8:30 and dismiss at 1:45 (School Yard 83rd Street), Third Grade arrives at 8:50 and dismiss at 1:55 (Exit A - 82nd Street)
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Technical Support for Families
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learning/learn-at-home/technical-tools-and-support/getting-started-with-your-ipad​
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​Please fill out this form https://www.nycenet.edu/technicalsupportforfamily to let us know what issues you have with NYCDOE iPads/devices, access to applications, or other technical problems. We will use the contact information you provide to get in touch with you and try to solve your problem. Please type all information correctly and answer all required fields. Parents who already have a login and who need help with their technology issues should log into Service Desk directly.  For more information on technical tools and support, please visit our website for more details.


iPad Update August 13, 2020
For anyone who has a DOE-loaned ipad, we have some important updates for you. It is essential that you take the actions below to ensure your child’s ipad is ready for use for return to school. The first day of school is only a few weeks away, and all students will be working remotely for at least a few days a week. Your child will need their ipad to be ready for learning for the fall. Please note that when we have other updates, we will send messages to you and your iPad on Thursdays, and we will let your schools know about the updates.
To prepare, you MUST 
Turn on the iPadSome iPads have not been turned on all summer. We need you to charge and power up the ipad.
Turn Airplane Mode On and OffThis will reset your internet connection
  1. Go to Settings
  2. Find the Airplane Mode button
  3. Turn Airplane Mode on for ten seconds (button turns green)
  4. Turn Airplane Mode off and wait until the ipad reconnects to the internet 
  5. You will see the connected icon at the top of the screen
  6. Go to schools.nyc.gov to make sure your ipad is connected to the internet - all DOE-loaned ipads have internet access.
Sign into ZscalerTo ensure your child is using the internet with all the safety the DOE requires to protect your child. You will need to sign into the content filter application, Zscaler. Follow these directions, or see the instructions on our Zscaler page:
  1. Return to the main screen.
  2. Tap the Zscaler icon.
  3. Once Zscaler is open (you don’t need to sign in), wait for the “Service Status” to say “ON”.
  4. Close Zscaler.
  5. That is it. You can use the iPad normally now.
Sign into the Learn at Home AppTo get ready for the first day of school, make connecting to learning and support much easier for your child (and you, too!), and allow you to get notifications on the iPad:
  1. Find the Learn at Home icon on the main screen on the iPad
  2. Log in using your @nycstudents.net account (only use the student’s username and password, no need to include @nycstudents to log in)
  3. From the Learn at Home app your child can access TeachHub, Google Classroom and get help.
Fix Problems with Internet Connectivity
Toggle Airplane Mode On and Off Turning on Airplane Mode and then turning it off again will reset your internet connection.
  1. Tap the Settings app.
  2. Find the Airplane Mode button.
  3. Turn Airplane Mode on (the button will turn green) and leave it on for ten seconds.
  4. Turn Airplane Mode off and wait until the iPad reconnects to the internet (you will see the connected icon in the top right of your home screen).
  5. Test your connection by opening your browser and going to www.schools.nyc.gov.

​Ensure Cellular Data is On
  1. Go to Settings. 
  2. Select Cellular Data. 
  3. Turn on Cellular Data. 
  4. Tap Cellular Data Options. 
  5. Verify that LTE and data roaming are turned on.
If you're still having trouble connecting your iPad to the internet, call T-Mobile at 1-800-375-1126. Tell them that you are part of the New York City Department of Education Rapid Response Program. Also, please have your iPad's Integrated Circuit Card Identifier (ICCID) ready. To find this, go to Settings > General > About > ICCID.

Open ZscalerZscaler is an app that filters unsafe content from your iPad. It is ensures that you use the internet safely, and in compliance with DOE safety regulations.
  1. Tap the Zscaler icon.
  2. You will be automatically signed in to the app.
  3. Service Status will say “Connecting…”
  4. Wait until Service Status changes to “ON”. This may take a few minutes.
  5. Close Zscaler.
  6. That is it. You should be able to use your iPad normally now.
* Cancel the CrowdStrike Download
  1. Locate the CrowdStrike app. It is red with a white falcon.
  2. Press and hold the CrowdStrike app icon.
  3. A menu will appear. Tap Cancel Download.
  4. Canceling the download will prompt other apps to update.
  5. You can access the internet while your apps update. Open your browser and go to a website to make sure you are connected.
How to Sign Into Zoom
SSO PictureThe App's "Sign In" screen will display. Select the "Sign in with SSO" button. Click on SSO
From a Mobile App​
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  1. Launch the Zoom mobile application.
  2. Click "Sign-In". The App's "Sign In" screen will display. Select the "Sign in with SSO" button.
ZOOM NYCDOE PictureEnter "NYCDOE" into the blank field. Make sure yout Type NYCDOE
  • Two fields will display: One is blank, the other has ".zoom.us" in it.
  • Enter "NYCDOE" into the blank field
Sign in PictureImportant: You can only sign in with @nycstudents.net (students). Make sure you sign in with @nycstudents.net
  • Tap "Continue".
  • You will be brought to the DOE sign-in page.
  • Sign in with your DOE credentials
  • You're in!
  • Important: You can only sign in with @nycstudents.net (students)
Learning Device Request
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​If you need a device for your child for the fall, use the Device Request form. This information will be shared with your school so they can work with you to ensure your child has a device for blended or remote learning this Fall. 

Parents, 
​Please keep in mind the following when filling up the form. The learning device drop menu contains PS212Q. It might be difficult to select PS212Q and you may think that our school is not there, but it is.  
Follow the Steps Bellow:
  • Hover your mouse on the black triangle on the right side (School Name)
  • Type P.S. 212
  • Select from the menu P.S. 212 - Q212
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Type P.S.212 and select from the menu P.S. 212 - Q212
Your Student Account ID and Password
To retrieve your account ID and password:
  1. Go to Student Account Self Service
  2. Enter your 9-digit Student ID (OSIS) number. (You can find your Student ID number on a report card, your student ID card, or in your NYCSA account.)
  3. Enter your birthday.
  4. Click Continue.
  5. If the information you enter matches your student record, your username will be displayed. 
  6. Your student ID is your username followed by @nycstudents.net. For example, if your username is JaneD, your student account ID is JaneD@nycstudents.net.
  7. If you haven't already set up a password, you will be asked to set one up.
  8. Pick a password that only you will know.
  9. Re-enter your password.
  10. Click Update Password.
Brighter Bites
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​Dear Families,
Please click the link below to register for Brighter Bites.  
https://fs27.formsite.com/brighterbites/denroll/fill?id11=New%20York
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How to Stay Informed on Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in Your School Community
When the school year begins, we want to make sure we can contact you quickly and effectively to share information, including about confirmed COVID-19 cases in your child’s school. Please sign up for a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) so we can contact you via phone, email, or text message.

​Your NYCSA account can also help you find your child’s grades, test scores, schedules, transportation information, and more— from anywhere, and in all nine standard DOE language translations. I encourage you to keep your contact information up to date, so we can get in touch with you in the event of an emergency. If you don’t have an account, sign up today at schools.nyc.gov/nycsa. It only takes five minutes!
September 18, 2020: Update on Start of In-person Learning Dates
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September 4, 2020: Instructional Guidance Update for Families
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August 17, 2020: Reopening Update for Families
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Our school is recognized as Media Certified since 2013 
We just received new certification!  
Visit the Common Sense Website at: 
 https://www.commonsensemedia.org