2022-2023 SITHS School Year Info
Welcome to the Staten Island Technical High School Landing Page for students, parents and guardians. Here, Mr. Erlenwein will post all the latest and most up to date information about the 2022-23 School Year. Check back frequently for updates. Mr. Erlenwein will post the most recent UPDATE DATE in each section. Thank you!
2022-23 NYC DOE School Year Calendar - Click Here
Staten Island Tech Website Calendar (Includes NYC DOE Calendar Info) - Click Here
2/27, Mon Spring Musical Rehearsals
3/1, Wed- Special Schedule: PSAT (10th) SAT (11th), Assembly (9 & 12)
3/2, Thu - Faculty Conference Schedule (Library)
3/3, Fri - SO Town Hall - Period 0 (Aud)
3/10, Fri- Russian Olympiada
3/14, Tue - School Leadership Team Mtg
3/15, Wed- School Safety Meeting Period 4
3/16, Thu - PTA Meeting
SI Tech March PTA Meeting
Thursday, March 16 @ 7 PM
Zoom Link*: bit.ly/SITHSPTA316
Call In: 929-205-6099 Mtg ID: 998 2974 6347 Code: 222333
*Mandarin available via Interpretation Button.
3/17, Fri- Term 2: MP 1 Ends
3/17-18 Fr-Sat Science Olympiad Trip, Syracuse, NY
3/23, Thu - Parent Teacher Conferences: Evening, Remote
3/24, Fri - SO Town Hall - Pd 0 (Aud) PTC: Afternoon, Remote
Staying In Touch with Faculty, Staff & Administration? (Click to Expand / Close)
How do I stay in touch with the SITHS Faculty, Staff and Administration?
Below are the email addresses and telephone extensions (Main Line: 718-667-3222) of School Administration, Guidance Counselors, Deans, COSA and Parent Coordinator. Please also use the www.siths.org faculty & staff email directory to contact teachers directly.
School Administration:
Mark D. Erlenwein - [email protected]
Principal
Ext. 1191
Assistant Principal of Mathematics, Foreign Language and High School Admissions
Ext. 2191Felicia Giunta - [email protected]
Assistant Principal of Science & Testing
Ext. 3191Alexis Kirschbaum - [email protected]
Assistant Principal of Pupil Personnel
Services, Security and College Admissions
Ext. 1221Joseph Manzo - [email protected]
Assistant Principal of Social Studies
and Career and Technology Education
Ext. 2311
Noelle Sanguinedo - [email protected]
Assistant Principal of English, Health and Physical Education,
Performing Arts, Music and Student Activities
Ellen Devine (Ext 1391) - [email protected]
Cathy Ecker (Ext 1371) - [email protected]
Margaret Ferrigno (Ext 1341) - [email protected]
Lisa Gervais-Barnett (Ext 1271) - [email protected]
Christopher Maddaluno (Ext 1373) - [email protected]Valentina Vinci (Ext 1372) - VVinci@schools.nyc.gov
Jessica Clark (Ext 2521) - Social Worker - [email protected]
Coordinator of Student Activities: Thomas Terrusa - [email protected]
Deans: Diane Federico - [email protected] Jessica Pagliaro - [email protected]
Parent Coordinator: Barbara Malenfant - [email protected]
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- School: 718-667-3222 Ext 1171
School Survey Instructions (Click to Expand / Close)
Your School. Your Child. Your Voice.
Every year, we ask all families, teachers, and staff in grades 3-K through 12, and students in grades 6-12 to take the NYC School Survey. The survey gives Principal Erlenwein a better understanding of what members of the school community think about Staten Island Technical High School. The information collected by the survey is designed to support a dialogue among all members of the school community about how to make the school a better place to learn.
Step 1: Go to NYCSchoolSurvey.org
Step 2: Click on the Take the 2023 NYC School Survey button.
Step 3: Choose your home language using the drop down menu at the top left of the screen.
Step 4: Families, enter a lowercase “f” followed by your child’s OSIS number. For example, f123456789
Note: The answer choices change in each section. Note the differences in the last three choices in red.
Sample 1: Strongly Agree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree I Don’t Know N/A
Sample 2: Strongly Agree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree N/A
Sample 3: Strongly Agree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree I Don’t Know
Deadline: March 31, 2023
Morning Public Address (PA) System Announcements (Click to Expand / Close)
Thursday, March 23, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
Anyone interested in buying a Grease Musical Shirt may buy them in the SO Store for $18. The last day is to buy is TODAY!
S.O. STORE IS CLOSED TOMORROW DUE TO HALF DAY
Any student who placed an online seagull spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store.
There will be an SO Townhall meeting tomorrow, March 24th during zero period. All club representatives and accepted students' night volunteers must attend this meeting.
Chemistry make-up Lab will be held on Friday March 24th during periods 1 & 9.
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Wednesday, March 22, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
In celebration of Women's History Month, we have a quote from American Actress, Emma Watson: "If you truly pour your heart into what you believe in, even if it makes you vulnerable, amazing things can and will happen."
Volunteer assignments for Accepted Students Night have been sent out. Please check your email to see if you have been chosen.
If you are selected, please fill out the confirmation google form to accept your role or to let us know if you can no longer attend. All students that were selected are to attend this Friday's SO Townhall during zero period in the auditorium to review event rules and expectations.
Anyone interested in buying a Grease Musical Shirt may buy them in the SO Store for $18.
Any student who placed an online seagull spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store.
There will be an SO Townhall meeting this Friday, March 24th during zero period. All club representatives and accepted students' night volunteers must attend this meeting.
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Tuesday, March 21, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: If you are interested in volunteering for Accepted Students Night, please see Mr. Terrusa's email for more information.
Anyone interested in buying a Grease Musical Shirt may buy them in the SO Store for $18.
Any student who placed an online seagull spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store.
The school literacy magazine has officially opened submissions for their publications this year! The topic is Extra - Ordinary. The magazine meets weekly on Mondays in Room 329. If you love creative writing, be sure to come and check it out.
SEAGULL SPORTS UPDATE:
Congrats to the MSIT Boys handball team on their first win of the season! Seniors Vincent You, Wenbin Li, Jonathan Cheung, Zhan Weng, Michael Yakhontov, Justin Zhang and Andrew Xie led the team to victory in a 5-0 win against Petrides. Way to go!
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Monday, March 20, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: If you are interested in volunteering for Accepted Students Night, please see Mr. Terrusa's email for more information.
Anyone interested in buying a Grease Musical Shirt may buy them in the SO Store for $18.
Any student who placed an online seagull spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store.
Congratulations to the Science Olympiad team for placing 6th overall at the New York States competition on Saturday, bringing this year's season to a strong finish! Amazing job to the students who competed and assisted, and the teachers who were always by our side. We couldn't have made it here without you!
The SITHS Debate team competed this weekend at their fourth tournament and were a rousing success! We would like to specially congratulate Nicole Soltsov and Jane Bereznitski for placing first in their division! Can't wait to see how well the team does at the State Championship!
Congratulations to the Staten Island Tech Math team for competing in the South Brooklyn Invitational Math Competition this weekend. Team Light Work made up of Emily Shteynberg, Caden Auyeung, Grady Yu, Justin Zhang, Michael Olsen and Jake Deng won 1st Place! In the individual round Ryan Ng won 1st place! Congratulations to team Easy Effort for placing 4th and team Sweet Sweepers for placing 13th out of 28 teams! Thank you to Mr. Aurelia for attending and his support and to Mrs. Asher for her leadership!
The school literacy magazine has officially opened submissions for their publications this year! The topic is Extra - Ordinary. The magazine meets weekly on Mondays in Room 329. If you love creative writing, be sure to come and check it out.
SEGULL SPORTS UPDATE:
Congrats to the MSIT Boys Volleyball team on winning the 19th Annual Cardozo Volleyball Tournament. The seagulls defeated Francis Lewis, Hunter, Cardozo and Madison to take 1st Place! Major contributions from sophomore Sam Jiang, Juniors Roni Aziz, Artem Bogtako, Seniors, Jason Chen, Chris Feng and Joe Royzman led the seagulls. Setter Chris Heo was named team all-star, and Donny Lou was crowned tournament MVP across all teams. Way to go boys and remember, Fear the Flock!
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: If you are interested in volunteering for Accepted Students Night, please see Mr. Terrusa's email for more information.
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Wednesday, March 15, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: If you are interested in volunteering for Accepted Students Night, please see Mr. Terrusa's email for more information.
Anyone interested in buying a Grease Musical Shirt may buy them in the SO Store for $18.
Any student who placed an online seagull spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store.
Chemistry Makeup Lab will take place on: Friday March 17, 2023, Room 143, Period 10
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Tuesday, March 14, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: If you are interested in volunteering for Accepted Students Night, please see Mr. Terrusa's email for more information.
Anyone interested in buying a Grease Musical Shirt may buy them in the SO Store for $18.
Any student who placed an online seagull spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store.
March Mammal Madness Wild Card throw down went all out last night. Shrew Mole won the hometown advantage. While the Shrew mole pittered around the floor and napped, the bumble bee bat flew in appearing to attack. Shrew mole stole cover but got hungry and left the battle to eat. My kind of Shrew mole. Epic win for Bumble Bee Bat. Follow along on google classroom or follow #2023mmm for details. We currently have a 21-way tie for 1st place. Stay tuned for Round 1 Dad Bods on Wednesday. Rooooaaar!!
Chemistry Makeup Lab will take place on: Friday March 17, 2023, Room 143, Period 10
We would like to thank the students and teachers for distributing the school survey today. Please save the large envelope for collecting the surveys tomorrow and distribute any small envelopes to any absent students.
Remote Regents Chemistry Tutoring with Ms. Nickolauk will be taking place at 7:30 tonight as opposed to 7:00! Zoom Link s are posted on google Classroom. See you there!
Remote Regents Physics tutoring will be taking place tonight at 7:00 with Mr. Weitzman. Zoom Lings are posted in your google classrooms! See you there!
SEGULL SPORTS UPDATE:
This Saturday the Boys Varsity Volleyball team defeated Seward Park High School 3-0 and defeated Walton Campus 2-1. The seagulls were led by Seniors Chris Heo, Chris Feng and Ponny Lau. Junior Artem Bogtako was named Tri-Match MVP for his thunderous play at the net. Way to go boys!
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Monday, March 13, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: If you are interested in volunteering for Accepted Students Night, please see Mr. Terrusa's email for more information.
All chosen student volunteers for the learning environment survey should see Mr. Terrusa in Room C-52 during your lunch periods. There will be a mandatory meeting for survey volunteers Today, March 13th.
Any student who placed an online seagull spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store.
Thank you to all the participants in Friday's Russian Olympiada.
The event was a great success, and we are so proud of all our participants.
Special thanks to all of our teachers involved in judging the participants and a great big thanks to Mrs. Ratushnyuk for her organization and leadership in planning the event.
Rooooaaar!! Chirp! Buzzzzz! Wild card Battle is tonight! Shrew mole vs Bumble Bee Bat - vibe check us - who will win? The suspense is killing us! Make sure your brackets are done. Ask Toner in Room 258 for more deets!
Chemistry Makeup Lab will take place on: Friday March 17, 2023, Room 143, Period 10
SEGULL SPORTS UPDATE:
The MSIT Seagulls open up the 2023 season with its first win in non-league action against Brooklyn Tech. Down 7-4 in the bottom of the 7th, with 2 outs, the gulls were able to tie it up and then on a 3-0 count Nick Paronich delivers a walk off hit to win with 8-7.
Congratulations to Simon Saffayeh, Justin Berka, Wilson Chen, and Daniel Liu for competing at New Balance Indoor Track Nationals! Great job boys and good luck in your upcoming outdoor track season!
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Friday, March 10, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: If you are interested in volunteering for Accepted Students Night, please see Mr. Terrusa's email for more information.
All chosen student volunteers for the learning environment survey should see Mr. Terrusa in Room C-52 during your lunch periods. There will be a mandatory meeting for survey volunteers on Monday, March 13th.
ATTENTION ALL SENIORS: Please vote for your favorite senior T-shirt design by 3:00 today 3:00. Check your emails for the ballot.
Any student who placed an online seagull spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store.
ATTENTION ALL PARTICIPANTS in the Russian Olympiada:
Be sure to check your appointment time on the Olympiada Google Classroom. All participants should plan to arrive 5-10 minutes prior to your appointment time. Once your appointment is complete you are to return to class. Speak to Ms. Ratushnyuk or Mr. Dellegrazie if you have any questions.
Let the battles begin! Who will win? The Greater Flamingo or the Dyak Fruit Bat? The spiny Lump fish or the Peacock Wrasse? The suspense is killing me. Have no idea what I'm talking about but want to win an epic gift card? Fill out your March Mammal madness bracket on google classroom by Sunday to be eligible. The Join code is DQACT76. More Information is on google classroom or with Mrs. Toner in Room 258. Let the Madness run wild ! Rooooaaar!!!!
Today's Trivia brought to you by the Tech Science Times Club
We've all probably experienced a brain freeze before, but how does it occur? A brain freeze is a type of headache stimulated by consuming cold substances or breathing cold air; it is sudden in onset and leaves as quickly as it arrives. This sudden, extreme cold prompt the body to conserve heat, leading to the rapid dilation of blood vessels in the brain. The sudden expansion causes the sharp, quick pain that you feel as you enjoy your favorite frozen foods.
Brain Freeze: What it is, symptoms, treatment. Cleveland Clinic. (n.d.) Retrieved March 6, 2023, from
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21478-brain-freeze
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Wednesday, March 8, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: If you are interested in volunteering for Accepted Students Night, please see Mr. Terrusa's email for more information.
Anyone interested in running for an SO position, you must attend the SO Officer Interest Meeting on March 9th after school in Room 244.
All chosen student volunteers for the learning environment survey should see Mr. Terrusa in Room C-52 during your lunch periods. There will be a mandatory meeting for survey volunteers on Monday, March 13th.
Any student who placed an online seagull spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store.
Chemistry Make-up Lab will take place today March 8th Period 10 in Room 143
Yesterday, the Staten Island Technical High School Jazz Ensemble performed at Temple University Essentially Ellington Jazz Festival. Two Staten Island Tech students were recognized for their excellent soloing. Congratulations goes out to Gab Javier and Adam Abdelkhalek
Today's Trivia brought to you by the Tech Science Times Club
We've all probably experienced a brain freeze before, but how does it occur? A brain freeze is a type of headache stimulated by consuming cold substances or breathing cold air; it is sudden in onset and leaves as quickly as it arrives. This sudden, extreme cold prompt the body to conserve heat, leading to the rapid dilation of blood vessels in the brain. The sudden expansion causes the sharp, quick pain that you feel as you enjoy your favorite frozen foods.
Brain Freeze: What it is, symptoms, treatment. Cleveland Clinic. (n.d.) Retrieved March 6, 2023, from
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21478-brain-freeze
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Tuesday, March 7, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: If you are interested in volunteering for Accepted Students Night, please see Mr. Terrusa's email for more information.
Anyone interested in running for an SO position, you must attend the SO Officer Interest Meeting on March 9th after school in Room 244.
All chosen student volunteers for the learning environment survey should see Mr. Terrusa in Room C-52 during your lunch periods. There will be a mandatory meeting for survey volunteers on Monday, March 13th.
Any student who placed an online seagull spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store.
Chemistry Make-up Lab will take place Wednesday March 8th Period 10 in Room 143
SEGULL SPORTS UPDATE:
Congratulations to the MSIT Boys Track Team for their outstanding performance at Freshman-Sophomore City Championships! The freshman took home second place, while the sophomores placed fifth overall in the city with great individual performances by freshman Ivan Zheng, Simon Saffayeh, Loen Mullai, Daniel Balyayev and sophomores Ali Said, Armaan Singh, Justin Berka, and James Fagen. What a great way to end the season!
Don't forget toshow some love to our MSIT Basketball team today by wearing white. There will also be face painting and white T-Shirt giveaways during lunch the lunch periods. Come cheer on for their last at home game today at 5pm. Go Seagulls!
Today's Trivia brought to you by the Tech Science Times Club
We've all probably experienced a brain freeze before, but how does it occur? A brain freeze is a type of headache stimulated by consuming cold substances or breathing cold air; it is sudden in onset, and leaves as quickly as it arrives. This sudden, extreme cold prompts the body to conserve heat, leading to the rapid dilation of blood vessels in the brain. The sudden expansion causes the sharp, quick pain that you feel as you enjoy your favorite frozen foods.
Brain Freeze: What it is, symptoms, treatment. Cleveland Clinic. (n.d.) Retrieved March 6, 2023, from
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21478-brain-freeze
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Monday, March 6, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: If you are interested in volunteering for Accepted Students Night, please see Mr. Terrusa's email for more information.
Anyone interested in running for an SO position, you must attend the SO Officer Interest Meeting on March 9th after school in Room 244.
All chosen student volunteers for the learning environment survey should see Mr. Terrusa in Room C-52 during your lunch periods. There will be a mandatory meeting for survey volunteers on Monday, March 13th.
Any student who placed an online spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store.
Chemistry Make-up Lab will take place Wednesday March 8th Period 10 in Room 143
Join the girls fencing team at their second practice in the cafeteria after school Today!! All skill levels are welcome.
For anyone interested, boys handball tryouts will be held today at 3pm on the handball courts. You must have an up-to-date medical form and parental consent. Please bring these forms to Mrs. Zerega in 321 before the end of period 8.
Girls Badminton tryouts will be at 3pm in the 3rd Floor gym today.
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Friday, March 3, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: If you are interested in volunteering for Accepted Students Night, please see Mr. Terrusa's email for more information.
Anyone interested in running for an SO position, you must attend the SO Officer Interest Meeting on March 9th. Please be on the lookout for more information.
All chosen student volunteers for the learning environment survey should see Mr. Terrusa in Room C-52 during your lunch periods. There will be a mandatory meeting for survey volunteers on Monday, March 13th.
Attention all Sophomores & Juniors: Student guides for the SAT & PSAT can be picked up during your lunch period in the cafeteria.
Any student who placed an online spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store.
For any students looking for summer employment, the SYEP lottery application is now open! You must be 14 years old to apply.
For juniors or seniors interested in gaining an internship this coming spring, the Industry Scholars Program (ISP) is offering an 8-week paid program in the fields of healthcare, IT, construction, culinary, hospitality and tourism. You can apply for ISP on career pathways if you are interested. For both opportunities you MUST have working papers! If you have any questions, check the CDC google classroom or see Ms. Cruz in Room 229. The ISP Application is due Today, March 3, 2023.
Chemistry Make-up Lab today Period 10 at 3:00.
The tabletop gaming club will be holding their Extra Life fundraiser this Friday after school in the cafeteria from 3-7. Attend to play board games and compete in tournaments, which will include prizes. General admission will be $1- and pizza will be an additional $5. All payments can be made to the SO Store. We hope to see you there.
Join the girls fencing team at their second practice in the cafeteria after school Monday! All skill levels are welcome.
Boys Volleyball tryouts will be held this week in the 3rd floor gym on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday! Today's tryout will be from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Please come with an up-to-date medical and parental consent form if you have not already submitted them!
For anyone interested, boys handball tryouts will be held Monday March 6th at 3pm on the handball courts. You must have an up-to-date medical form and parental consent. Please bring these forms to Mrs. Zerega in 321 as soon as possible or have them ready for 3 pm on Wednesday.
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Thursday, March 2, 2023: Morning Public Address Announcements
In Celebration of Women's History month, we have a quote from American Singer Selina Gomez, "We only have one lif, and it is very precious, and there's a lot we can do, and there's a lot we should do."
ATTENTION ALL SENIORS: If you are interested in volunteering for Accepted Students Night, please see Mr. Terrusa's email for more information.
Anyone interested in running for an SO position, you must attend the SO Officer Interest Meeting on March 9th. Please be on the look out for more information.
ATTENTION ALL JUNIORS: Your NHS Profile is due TODAY March 2nd. Please Note: All hours and leadership roles must be properly documented. If you have any questions/concerns check the FAQ document in your email or email advisors Ms. Nickolauk and Ms. Liu
Today we welcome Patrelle Johnson from the Richmondtown Branch from the New York Public Library. If you have any questions about the public library or would like to hear about resources, visiti our library today during any of the lunch periods.
Attention all Sophomores & Juniors: Student guides for the SAT & PSAT can be picked up during your lunch period in the cafeteria.
Any student who placed an online spirit order can pick up their spirit wear in the SO Store
For any students looking for summer employment, the SYEP lottery application is now open! For juniors or seniors interested in gaining an internship this coming spring, the Industry Scholars Program (ISP) is offering an 8-week paid program in the fields of healthcare, IT, construction, culinary, hospitality and tourism. You can apply for ISP on career pathways if you are interested. For both opportunities you MUST have working papers! If you have any questions, check the CDC google classroom or see Ms. Cruz in Room 229. The ISP Application is due Friday March 3, 2023.
ATTENTION ALL FRESHMAN!!
The rumor is true. We will be having a Tech Connects with Freshmen Social today, after 9th Period in the cafeteria. This months theme is "Fun & Games" Don't miss it! Come and enjoy playing with your Tech Connects friends old and new, plus the free refreshments! Due to early dismissal there will be no conflict with other clubs, teams or rehearsals.
The tabletop gaming club will be holding their Extra Life fundraiser this Friday after school in the cafeteria from 3-7. Attend to play board games and compete in tournaments, which will include prizes. General admission will be $1- and pizza will be an additional $5. All payments can be made to the SO Store. We hope to see you there.
Boys Volleyball tryouts will be held this week in the 3rd floor gym on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday! Thursday"s tryout will be from 3:00-5:00 and Friday will be from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Please come with an up-to-date medical and parental consent form if you have not already submitted the papers.
NEW UPDATES (Updated on Wednesday, 3/15/2023) - (Click to Expand / Close)
PTA Meeting (Thurs, 3/15) - Parent Teacher Conferences (3/23 & 24) - School Survey (Deadline 3/31)
Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers,
I hope everyone is doing well! Please take a moment to review the upcoming opportunities to engage with faculty and administration at Staten Island Tech via the upcoming PTA Meeting, Parent Teacher Conferences and School Survey period. Hope to hear from you and see you soon!
Sincerely,
Mr. Erlenwein
Principal
親愛的父母、監護人和照顧者,
我希望每個人都做得很好!請花點時間回顧即將到來的通過即將舉行的 PTA 會議、家長教師會議和學校調查期與史泰登島理工學院的教職員工和行政人員互動的機會。希望收到您的來信並儘快見到您!
真摯地,
埃倫溫先生
主要的
SI Tech March PTA Meeting
Thursday, March 16 @ 7 PM
Zoom Link*: bit.ly/SITHSPTA316
Call In: 929-205-6099 Mtg ID: 998 2974 6347 Code: 222333
*Mandarin available via Interpretation Button.
遠程父母-教師會議:
- 星期四的晚上,3 月 23 日下午 4:30 - 7:00
- 星期五下午,3 月 24 日中午 12:50 - 2:50
請閱讀家長信息:
英文留言:bit.ly/SITHSptc2023spring
中文留言: bit.ly/SITHSptc2023spring中文
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REMOTE PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES:
- Thursday evening, March 23rd from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
- Friday afternoon, March 24th from 12:50 PM - 2:50 PM
PLEASE READ THE PARENT MESSAGE:
English Message: bit.ly/SITHSptc2023spring
Chinese Message: bit.ly/SITHSptc2023springChinese
遠程父母-教師會議:
- 星期四的晚上,3 月 23 日下午 4:30 - 7:00
- 星期五下午,3 月 24 日中午 12:50 - 2:50
請閱讀家長信息:
英文留言:bit.ly/SITHSptc2023spring
中文留言: bit.ly/SITHSptc2023spring中文
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2023 NYC SCHOOl SURVEY
Your School. Your Child. Your Voice.
Every year, we ask all families, teachers, and staff in grades 3-K through 12, and students in grades 6-12 to take the NYC School Survey. The survey gives Principal Erlenwein a better understanding of what members of the school community think about Staten Island Technical High School. The information collected by the survey is designed to support a dialogue among all members of the school community about how to make the school a better place to learn.
Instructions by Picture: https://bit.ly/SITHSSurvey23
Step 1: Go to NYCSchoolSurvey.org
Step 2: Click on the Take the 2023 NYC School Survey button.
Step 3: Choose your home language using the drop down menu at the top left of the screen.
Step 4: Families, enter a lowercase “f” followed by your child’s OSIS number. For example, f123456789
Note: The answer choices change from section to section. Note the differences in the last three choices in red.
Sample 1: Strongly Agree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree I Don’t Know N/A
Sample 2: Strongly Agree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree N/A
Sample 3: Strongly Agree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree I Don’t Know
Deadline: March 31, 2023
2023 年紐約市學校調查
你的學校。你的孩子。你的聲音。
每年,我們都會要求 3-K 至 12 年級的所有家庭、教師和教職員工以及 6-12 年級的學生參加紐約市學校調查。該調查讓 Erlenwein 校長更好地了解學校社區成員對 Staten Island Technical High School 的看法。調查收集的信息旨在支持學校社區所有成員之間就如何使學校成為更好的學習場所進行對話。
圖片說明:https://bit.ly/SITHSSurvey23
步驟1: 去 NYCSchoolSurvey.org
第2步:點擊參加 2023 年紐約市學校調查 按鈕。
第 3 步:使用屏幕左上角的下拉菜單選擇您的母語。
步驟4:家庭,請輸入小寫字母“f”,後跟您孩子的 OSIS 編號。例如,f123456789
筆記:答案選擇因部分而異。注意最後三個選項的區別紅色的.
樣本 1: 強烈同意 不同意 同意非常同意 我不知道 N/A
樣本 2:強烈同意 不同意 同意非常同意 N/A
樣本 3:強烈同意 不同意 同意強烈同意 不知道
最後期限:2023 年 3 月 31 日
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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Good day, Techamaniacs! I hope you are all doing well! I have just a few reminders as we proceed through this week and will be at the midpoint of February in a matter of days!
- On Friday, February 10, 2023 -The Black History Month Assembly will be held. The assembly will feature an African American celebration in honor of Black History Month by the ZuZu Acrobats. All students are to attend as per the schedule linked here.
- Students who have 3rd period class on the 3rd floor or the Basement, will attend Assembly 3A (see bell schedule linked here) and report directly to the auditorium. The students will be seated in the order in which they arrive in the auditorium. When the assembly is over students will report to their 3rd period class which will take place from 10:14 am to 11:14 am.
- Students who have 3rd period class on the 1st floor or 2nd Floor, will report to their 3rd period class from 9:12 to 1:09 and will attend Assembly 3B. These students will be escorted by their period 3 teachers to the Auditorium.
- On Wednesday, March 1st:
- 10th graders will be taking the PSAT (Free)
- 11th graders will be taking the SAT (Free)
- 9th and 12th graders will have a special schedule TBA
More details to follow as we get closer to March 1st.
- Grade 10 & 11 students, PLEASE don’t forget to REGISTER with PrepScholar. You should have already received an email titled, “Your Password Reset Request for Prepscholar.com SAT.” This is YOUR registration email in which you must use your @NYCSTUDENTS.NET email to create your account, and create a new passphrase / password. Rollout of the (FREE) PrepScholar (https://www.prepscholar.com/) PSAT / SAT / ACT Preparation Tool is intended to replace the MAP Growth Math & ELA Screener Assessments, as well s serve as a FREE Test Prep tool for the PSAT and SAT / ACT.
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Monday, January 23, 2023
Good day, Happy Lunar New Year and What a Great ending to the Fall Term, Students, Parents and Caregivers (A.K.A. - Techamaniacs)!
I hope you are all doing well as we conclude the Fall Term and begin Regents Week, Certiport AutoCAD Testing tomorrow, January 24th.
A reminder to all 9th and 10th grade students, YOU WILL NO LONGER need to report to school on Tuesday, January 24th to take the ELA and Mathematics MAP Screener exam.
Students who ARE TAKING any Regents exams this week, if your Regents Exam is:
- At 9:15 AM, you must arrive at SI Tech using the front entrance by 8:45 AM!
- In the afternoon, you must arrive at SI Tech using the front entrance by 11:45 AM!
- The ELA Regents, you must enter through the cafeteria no later than 8:45 AM
PLEASE BRING pens and pencils with you!
Certiport Exams are by appointment only based upon what your CAD teacher communicated with you.
All students and families should continue to follow the calendar carefully (posted at the top of the page, and via this link) to ensure that you don’t miss any important upcoming testing days and events.
All the best to you all and good luck!
Thank you!
Sincerely,
Mark Erlenwein
Principal
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Activities Update from COSA, Mr. Terrusa (Updated 12/1) - (Click to Expand / Close)
March 2023
Hey Everyone,
Events & activities have already started for the month of March here at Tech! Just last week we had the PSAT/SAT day, a Tech Connects, a PTA Bake Sale, and an event hosted by our Table Top Gaming Club. Attached to the email, you can find the calendar and some information regarding important dates for the remainder of March:
Thursday, March 9th: S.O. Officer Interest Meeting- Looking to run for next year's Student Government? If you are interested in being an officer next year, you MUST attend this meeting in order to receive the application. We will review all protocols, regulations, expectations, and more in order to be approved to run for office. This is for current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors to run for office for next school year.
Monday, March 13th: Learning Environment Training: If you have been selected by your 3rd period teacher to help administer & explain the Learning Environment Survey, you MUST attend the meeting after 9th period in the library. Also, if you have been chosen to represent your 3rd period class, you have to come sign-up in C-52 so we have your information in order to receive volunteer hours.
Tuesday, March 14th: Learning Environment Presentations- On Tuesday, the 3rd period volunteers will be presenting & explaining the Learning Environment Survey to their classes. They will help distribute the parent surveys that can be done at home.
Wednesday, March 15th: Learning Environment Survey: On Wednesday, students will be taking the Learning Environment Survey during their 3rd period classes. The same volunteers will help administer and answer any questions that students may have during the survey.
Wednesday, March 15th: PTA Bake Sale- Come prepared & ready for one of our PTA Bake Sales!!
Monday, March 20th: Bread of Life Food Drive Begins- A separate email with important information regarding this food drive will be sent out towards the end of the week. It will include the form to fill out for each bag that is donated as well as a list of items that is acceptable for the upcoming Food Drive. NO DONATIONS CAN BE ACCEPTED AFTER MARCH 30TH!
Thursday & Friday, March 23rd & 24th: Spring PTC- Be on the lookout from our administration & your teachers regarding the Spring Parent Teacher Conferences. Conferences are remote. Once again, lookout for specific information regarding appointments.
Friday, March 24th: March S.O. Town Hall Meeting- Join the Student Organization Officers and administration for our monthly Town Hall meeting. This meeting will have our normal updates, but also require ALL Accepted Students Night volunteers to attend. Mr. Dellegrazie will be going over assignments, rules, expectations, etc. As always, the meeting will be in the auditorium during 0 period.
Tuesday, March 28th: Accepted Students Night- We will be hosting our Accepted Students Night on 3/28/23. You must sign-up to volunteer. Please see previous emails in order to make sure you have signed-up if you are interested. Only students that are volunteers are allowed to attend the event that night. Check your emails for more information as we get closer to the actual event.
Lastly, we always have more going on at Tech! Remember to check your emails and pay attention to the 3rd period announcements to find out even more.
Sincerely,
Mr. Terrusa
COSA
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Virtual Meeting Recording Links (PTA, Special, Etc.) : Click to Expand / Close
- Principal Chit-Chat with Mr. Erlenwein - 8/29/22 - http://bit.ly/PrincipalChitChat
- SITHS Senior College Information Night - 9/14/22 bit.ly/SITHSSenInfo22
- PTA Meeting - 9/15/22: Link Here
- Financial Aid Info Meeting: bit.ly/SITHSFinAid2022
- Principal Chit-Chat with Mr. Erlenwein - 9/29/22 - http://bit.ly/PrincipalChitChat929
- PTA Meeting - 10/20/22: Link Here
- Junior College Information Night - 11/5/22 - https://bit.ly/SITHSNov9
- PTA Meeting - 11/10/22: Link Here
- PTA Meeting - 12/15/22: Link Here
- PTA Meeting - 1/19/23: Link Here
- PTA Meeting - 2/18/23: Link Here
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Rollout of the (FREE) PrepScholar (https://www.prepscholar.com/) PSAT / SAT / ACT Preparation Tool to replace the MAP Growth Math & ELA Screener Assessments
Dear SITHS Students, Parents & Caregivers,
I’m thrilled to be sharing with you today an exciting pivot we are making as a school community. Thanks to the SITHS PTA, we will be able to provide ALL STUDENTS and FAMILIES with one of the most innovative ways to prepare for the PSAT, SAT and ACT. In addition, our pivot will enable us to also to provide Math, ELA and Writing diagnostics data to teachers, administration and guidance counselors to ensure that your child remains on track academically and ahead of the curve in being College and Career ready.
In preparation for the March 1st SAT (11th Graders) and PSAT (10th Graders) day at SI Tech, starting, Thursday, February 2nd, SITHS 10th and 11th graders will have access to PrepScholar’s complete automated online program that builds a unique PSAT / SAT study plan for every student.
All 10th and 11th grade students will receive a PrepScholar “Enrollment / Passphrase Creation” email on Thursday, February 2nd, sent to your @nycstudents.net email account to start the enrollment process.
Parents, please be sure that your child enters the PARENT EMAIL address that you regularly check, so you can receive the weekly emails to keep you informed of your child’s progress and growth. See sample email here.
All 10th and 11th grade students, MUST ENROLL WITH PREPSCHOLAR, being we will be using this platform to REPLACE the Map Growth Math and ELA assessments you have been taking each October, January and May the past two years.
To support out current 10th and 11th grade students, you can start using (at your own discretion, pace and time) the PrepScholar platform immediately (starting 2/2/2023) to prepare for the PSAT and SAT, on March 1st, and/or any other time you will be taking each exam, including the ACT.
Here are the next steps:
After a student registers and enters their preliminary contact information, they will complete a 60-minute diagnostic test, in which the PrepScholar program analyzes each student’s strengths and weaknesses, and creates a custom study plan of lessons and quizzes. SMS study reminders and weekly progress report emails keep students on track.
Features of the Program Include:
- 49 fine-grained skills to master that cover everything on the SAT.
- 10 full-length official SAT practice tests.
- Detailed answer explanations for every question, including custom explanations for wrong answer choices.
- Motivational features proven to increase study time: weekly progress reports, study session scheduling, study session reminders, progress tracking, and more.
Every week, students learn and practice with Interactive Modules assigned by the program. To maximize learning, modules are broken down into 3 parts:
- Learn: Review the topic and strategies with a mix of videos, diagrams, and interactive examples
- Targeted Practice Quiz: Test your skill and knowledge with 10 to 20 targeted practice questions
- Review your Mistakes: Learn from your mistakes with thorough, step-by-step explanations
While at least 1,835 four-year colleges across the U.S. aren’t requiring first-year applicants to submit SAT or ACT scores for admissions for fall 2023, a signal of the staying power of test-optional policies, many of the competitive schools, programs and scholarships you will apply and compete for continue to utilize the PSAT, SAT and ACT for admissions and calculating financial aid / scholarship packages.
In addition, starting in the 11th grade only:
11th grade families will have access starting in March 2023, to the PrepScholar College Admissions Boot Camp
- Here is the sample outline for the March 15 - June 15 Boot Camp for the College Admissions process. PrepScholar will be making the Online College Admissions Boot Camp platform ready and accessible for March, which will include live sessions for Q&A with the PrepScholar admission counselor. This will supplement (not replace) the support you will also receive from SITHS, via Ms. Ellen Devine and the SITHS College Admissions office.
Here is a sample webinar with the PrepScholar Head of Admissions who will be spearheading all the work with our school.
Please click here to review more information about the Prep Scholar platform.
Questions can be directed to Parent Coordinator, Barbara Malenfant, at [email protected].
BEGINNING OF THE 2022-23 SCHOOL YEAR INFO:
WHAT IS MY HOMEROOM / HR TEACHER / HR CLASSROOM?
- 9th graders will be able to look up their homeroom (location) in the 1st Floor Gymnasium upon arrival.
- 10-12th graders will be able to look up their homeroom (location) in the Cafeteria upon arrival.
- Use the Master HR List below to Look Up your HR by last name / year:
PHYSICAL EDUCATION UNIFORM & LOCK
All 9th grade students scheduled for Physical Education (Not scheduled for Health) will need to purchase a school issued lock for their Phys Ed locker, which they will use during Phys Ed class only. Locks must be purchased via the School SO Store (C-51, near the cafeteria) during the first week of school. (Price = $7.00 for NEW and $5.00 for a USED lock).
Students scheduled for Health in the Fall Term, will buy their lock in the Spring.
Grade 10-12 students who already have their school lock from last year can use that same lock, otherwise, purchase one in the SO Store.
Students will not need to access their locker for Phys Ed until the second week of school where students will begin to change into their Phys Ed uniform for class. If you haven't ordered a Phys Ed Uniform as of yet, the "initial" window to order closes on September 12th. Phys Ed teachers will instruct you as to what you should wear until you receive your order.
WHAT SUPPLIES DO I NEED FOR SCHOOL:
- Individual teachers will share specific classroom supply needs for the school year during the first day of school.
- Bring Your Own Device (BYOD): SITHS is a BYOD - Bring Your Own Device school, where students can use their own personal computer device for use in the classroom (when physically in school) and at home for academic use. You will need your device on the first day of school for onboarding purposes for our WiFi. Please review our BYOD document for further information. If you need to be provided with a device, we can provide you with one by completing the form. If you requested a device, please stop by Room 108 to pick up your device on Monday or Tuesday at 2:30 PM. YOU MUST complete the form within 24 hours of showing up to receive your device.
- WiFi In School: Students can connect one personal computer device to the school’s WiFi network via the self-help stations in school by rooms C-56 (Near the cafeteria), Room 110, or the Library. Look for this poster outside C-56 (Near the cafeteria), or the Library to connect your device to the WiFi network. If you have an iPad from the Dept of Ed, you must see either Mr. Bougaev in Room 141, or Mr. Whalen in Room C56.
WHERE CAN I FIND INFORMATION ON PSAL SPORTS?
- Visit the SITHS Athletics Page for more information.
- A completed Medical and Parent Consent form are required for participation in any PSAL activities and tryouts.
WHERE CAN I FIND INFORMATION ABOUT THE ACADEMIC GRADING POLICY?
- Visit the Academics section on the www.siths.org website and click Universal Academic Grading Policy.
WHAT ARE THE NYC DOE CITYWIDE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS TO SUPPORT STUDENT LEARNING?
All students/parents/guardian are expected to review the following hyperlinked documents to help provide students with a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment, the Chancellor's Citywide Behavioral Expectations to Support Student Learning (including the Discipline Code) outline the guidelines and expectations for student behavior in school. The Discipline Code for grades K–5 and 6–12, for the 2019–20 school year, remains in effect for the 2022–23 school year and applies to all students. Please also review the following letter issued by Dr. Jawana Johnson Chief of School Climate, Culture, and Well-Being New York City Department of Education.
WHAT IS THE SCHOOL'S RESPONSE TO EMERGENCIES?
Schools train and drill all staff and students in the General Response Protocol, which describes what to do in an Evacuation, Shelter-In, or Lockdown. The training is tailored for different grade levels so that students aren’t upset by the information. Schools also sends home a copy of the General Response Protocol, to help you talk to your children about emergency readiness in school. The General Response Protocol gives schools instructions to follow when an emergency happens. It uses common language to identify the steps to take until first responders arrive.
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IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW:
Meet the Principal: Hi students! It's typically me (Mr. Erlenwein) who is updating these web pages, and I thought that I'd slip in a quick hello and encourage you to stop by my office (Room 119) if you ever want to chat, say hello or need help. My secretary, Ms. Laforgia and our staff are there to greet and help you. Look forward to getting to know all of you!
Notifying the School of a Positive COVID Case or Close Contact: If your child tests positive for COVID, or is a close contact of a positive case, please contact Ms. Kirschbaum, the Assistant Principal of Guidance immediately via email at [email protected] with your contact information including your name (parent / guardian), your child's name and OSIS number, as well as a contact number in which Ms. Kirschbaum can reach you. Ms. Kirschbaum will communicate the next steps for each individual case.
Request a Personal Computer Device: Please review our BYOD document for device information. If you need to be provided with a device, we can provide you with one by completing the following form. If you request a device, please stop by Room 108 during your lunch period the next day. YOU MUST complete the form within 24 hours of showing up to receive your device.
Building Entry: The Cafeteria entrance will be opened at 7:15 am to begin scanning students into the building.
ID Cards: If you need a new ID card, you can request a new one up in the Student Organization Store, Room C51 during your lunch period.
Working Papers: Working Papers can be acquired in room 1119.
Metro Cards: MetroCards will be distributed on the first day of school in Homeroom. If you need a a MetroCard replacement during the school year, go to the Student Organization Store, Room C51 during your lunch period.
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As a Next-Gen 21st Century leader, communicator, and our school's "Storyteller-In-Chief," I invite you to join us live and "in the moment" as we celebrate and share our progress and accomplishments within and among the Staten Island Technical High School community. So much exciting and fun things are happening in our school each and every day.
I urge you to follow "our" story together via our social media channels and invite you to contribute any of your personal (student or parent/guardian) accomplishments or newsworthy items by sending me your pics, videos and a blurb to my email at: [email protected]
Facebook: @SITechHS Twitter: @SITech_HS Instagram: _SammyTheSeagull
Student Organization Instagram: Official S.O. Instagram
Sincerely,
Mark Erlenwein
Principal