New Dawn Charter Schools

Message from Executive Director

For release August 7, 2020:

Good afternoon all,  I hope you are all well.  I'm sure you have heard that school will be reopening in the fall.  I wanted to let the community  know that we are working on scheduling right now.  I understand that many students and family are still concerned about students returning to the classroom.  Therefore, we are devising a plan where each student will come to the school on specific days of the week and continue remote learning on the other days.  We simply do not have space to social distance ensuring that all students and staff are safe by being in the building at the same time.  We are planning to have Zoom meetings with parents next Tuesday, Aug. 11, Wednesday, Aug. 12, and Thursday, Aug. 13 in order to get feedback from the community.  We will also be conducting surveys to determine whether your student has access to technology and how comfortable you are with your student returning to school. 

Due to the ongoing global pandemic, we are open and available to students and staff via virtual learning on Thursday, April 9th and Friday, April 10th.  Please take these days if you are observing the holidays, but remote instruction will continue.

Following the advice of the NYC Department of Education, we have cancelled Spring Break which was scheduled for was April 13-17, 2020.  Staff and students are expected to maintain their assignments through remote instruction during this time. 

Thank you New Dawn Students, Staff, and Families for your dedication and hard work as we transitioned from in-person classes to remote and on-line learning. 

Please remember that your mentors will be checking in on you, and that it is necessary that you are logging in to JupiterEd.com for classwork, announcements, and assignments. 

We wanted to make sure that you have easy access to COVID-19 information and resources, as well as reminders that our staff and dedicated team from both locations miss you and care about you deeply. 

Please check this section of our website: http://www.ndchsbrooklyn.org/corona_virus_information_and_updates

As of March 13, 2020, both New Dawn Charter Schools are open and in session. In this time, we would like to provide our parents and families with helpful information about the virus, precautions you can take to stay healthy, and support our community. 

 Brooklyn and Jamaica schools will be closing at 2:00 p.m. for professional development and thorough cleaning of both facilities for the next 48 hours. Check back frequently for updates and information as it is on-going. 

Remember, we are in this together and owe it to everyone to practice safe hygiene, self-care, and we are here to maintain a healthy environment, physically and mentally.

Recommendations as we continue as a community: 

Wash your hands with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds.

Cover your mouth when you cough, sneeze, or yawn. 

If any of your students or family members are known to be ill or have symptoms described in the attachments, please be sure to stay home. Absences are not being affected in New York City for students. 

It is all of our responsibility to limit exposure, but also to be realistic and compassionate about those around us. 

Links with on-going updates: 

Text: To get regular updates on the latest developments regarding Coronavirus in New York City, text COVID to 692-692. You will receive regular SMS texts with the latest news and developments. 

NYC DOE Health and Wellness Updates on the Corona Virus and List of Those Impacted - this site is updated daily. 

NYC Health Information - English

NYC Health Information - Spanish

Please see the New York City Department of Education - Coronavirus updates in order to stay informed.  

"As a reminder, it is critical that all New Yorkers continue to practice general viral infection prevention measures including: 

•  Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or sleeve 
• Wash your hands regularly 
• Avoid touching your face 
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick 
• Get your flu shot—it’s never too late 
• Stay home if you’re feeling sick. Call your doctor and let them know your symptoms and travel history."

Check back frequently for updates. 

New York City DOE - Coronavirus Updates

Graduating Seniors from the class of 2019 attended a dinner at Hotel Chantelle in New York City. Music, dancing, and family-style cuisine were all on the menu for the event. A fabulous evening was had by all who attended. See you at the Senior Breakfast on June 25, 2019 at 242 Hoyt Street.  

Students and staff enjoyed the final days of the 2019 school year on the rooftop with a BBQ wrap up. Good luck with your final projects and on your Regents!