Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School

Message from BLES Administration

• April Principal's Letter

  
  
  
  
  

  April 13, 2026

  Dear Brooklyn Landmark Families,

  Welcome back! I hope you and your children enjoyed a restful and joyful Spring Break. As we return to school, April is a time for renewed focus, continued growth, and celebration of the learning taking place across our school community. Thank you, as always, for your ongoing partnership and support.

  📝 New York State Assessments (https://www.nysed.gov/state-assessment/past-grades-3-8-tests)

  April and early May include New York State assessments for students in Grades 3–5. All exams are computer-based and administered on two consecutive days per subject and grade.

  Please review the Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School testing schedule below carefully.

  📖 NYS English Language Arts (ELA)

  • Grade 3: Tuesday, April 14 & Wednesday, April 15
  • Grade 4: Thursday, April 16 & Friday, April 17
  • Grade 5: Tuesday, April 21 & Wednesday, April 22

  📐 NYS Mathematics

  • Grade 3: Tuesday, April 28 & Wednesday, April 29
  • Grade 4: Thursday, April 30 & Friday, May 1
  • Grade 5: Wednesday, May 6 & Thursday, May 7

  🔬 NYS Science (Grade 5 only)

  • Grade 5 Science: Tuesday, May 12

  Important Reminders for Families:

  • Please ensure students arrive on time (8:00am), well‑rested, and have breakfast on testing days. They can also have breakfast with us everyday starting at 7:30am. 
  • Make‑up testing will take place within the state testing window for students who are absent.
  • While Grades 3-5 are testing, Grades 3K-Grade 2 will have normal instructional days or be on a trip. Please consult the school calendar.

  🌱 Looking Ahead

  During the remainder of the school year, we will have many school events. Please continue to check backpacks and school communications for updates, important reminders, and upcoming events.

  Thank you for your continued trust and partnership as we work together to ensure every child succeeds.

  In partnership always,

  Gina Dawson
  Principal, Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School

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• FEBRUARY 2026 PRINCIPAL LETTER TO FAMILIES

   

  Dear Esteemed BLES Families,

  As we move through this frigid February winter, I want to remind our families how important daily attendance is for our scholars. Every day truly counts. Our dedicated staff is planning and teaching engaging, rigorous, and meaningful lessons that support your child’s growth and success. Thank you for ensuring your scholar is on time and present.

  Our Interim Assessments are now completed, and you should have received a Progress Report on January 30, 2026. Please reach out to your scholar’s teacher—or let me know directly—if you did not receive the Progress Report so we can ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding your child’s academic progress. We will shortly also be sending out Promotion-In-Doubt letters to scholars who may qualify for an additional year of learning. 

  As we enter Black History Month (BHM), we look forward to celebrating the rich history, contributions, and achievements of Black leaders, innovators, and communities. Our scholars will engage in meaningful learning experiences that honor this important month and deepen their understanding of history. You are also invited to share in this learning at home — here is a video you can watch with your scholar to help kick off Black History Month:
  ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsKPi4vYu_4

  We appreciate your partnership in keeping our students learning, thriving, and on track. If you have ANY questions or concerns, PLEASE feel free to contact me at ginad@brooklynlandmark.org or at 347-881-7126.

  Important Dates to Remember – February 2026

  • • February 2: BHM-Black Literacy Week; CEC Meeting-6:00pm
    • February 3: Academic After School begins for Grades 3-5
    • February 9: BHM-Black Expo Week
    • February 11: Food Pantry
    • February 13: Valentine’s Day (During the school day)
    • February 16–20: Mid-Winter Recess – Schools Closed

  • February 23:BHM-Black Soul Week

  • February 25: SLT Meeting-3:30pm
  • February 27: Black History Month Showcase 

  Warmly,
  Gina Dawson
  Principal, I.A.
  Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School

  
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