Composed of representatives from each class voted in by the scholars themselves. Members discuss issues of concern and plan activities for each grade level. Student Government works with the principal and assistant principal on school, local, national, and global projects.

The Student Government Club will meet once a week to plan and implement various Civics For All program initiatives (Participatory Budgeting, possibly Project Soapbox, Civics Week planning and preparation, etc.) as well as discuss and plan monthly goals and objectives that elected officials will need to complete.  Students will build on their public speaking skills, engage in community service-related projects, and learn of the importance of being a civically engaged citizen/ leader within their community.

Club Start Date: The first round of Student Council elections will take place in the week of October 21st. The club will meet immediately following the elections.

The Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens
Diana Chavez Program Director
718-777-9202
www.vbgcq.org

Variety Boys and Girls Club Beacon program provides FREE services to the community. One of our biggest components is our afterschool program which provides activities such as STEAM, art, music, dance, and other enrichment clubs. We offer other programs such as:

• Specialized High School Admission Test prep for all middle school students
• ESL/GED courses for adults
• Family fun events: Paint night, BINGO night, Movie night etc
• Resource health fair

If you are interested in one of our programs, you can call us at (718) 777-9202 or stop by our office in room 102.

Diana Chavez, Program Director dchavez@bgcqueens.org
Jennifer Ojeda, Outreach Coordinator jojeda@bgcqueens.org

Beacon IS10 Afterschool (2)
Beacon flyer of all activities

Last year, New York City public school children collected more than 165,000 pounds of food! This fall and winter promise to be especially challenging for struggling households in New York City. Please help feed hungry New Yorkers this holiday season by bringing nonperishable food items to school dtes to be announced!

City Harvest will deliver all donations to community food programs throughout the five boroughs.

MOST-NEEDED FOODS

Canned fruit
Canned vegetables
Peanut butter (plastic jars)
Mac and cheese (packaged)
Hot and cold cereal (packaged, family-sized)

If your child’s school collects more than 100 pounds of food, City Harvest will come directly to your school to pick up the donation. Donations of less than 100 pounds of food can be dropped off at your local firehouse, where City Harvest will directly pick up donations as well.

For more information about Kids Can Help This Week, visit www.cityharvest.org or contact Brian Stern, Manager, Food Development, at 917.351.8745 or bstern@cityharvest.org

CITY  HARVEST

RESCUING FOOD FOR NEW YORK’S HUNGRY

Thanking you in advance for participating in this event!
The Executive Board of The I.S. 10 Parents’ Association
&
Mrs. Haydn & Mrs. Peterson 

The Hydroponics Lab at our school offers numerous benefits, enhancing both academic learning and community engagement. Firstly, it provides students with hands-on experience in science, allowing them to observe plant growth and experiment with variables like nutrient solutions and water levels, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The lab also promotes sustainability by teaching students about water conservation, soil-free farming, and the importance of sustainable agricultural practices. Additionally, it encourages collaboration among students and teachers while inspiring them to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and agriculture (STEM). The Hydroponics Lab also serves as a valuable tool for parent and community involvement, as families can see firsthand the innovative learning taking place in the classroom. Overall, the Hydroponics Lab enriches our school’s curriculum and inspires students to be future-forward thinkers with a strong sense of environmental responsibility.

Astoria school’s hydroponics lab enhances science education

Astoria Middle School has launched a hydroponics lab to enhance science education, providing students with hands-on learning experiences about plant biology, sustainability, and soilless farming. Through the lab, students engage in real-time experiments, observing plant growth and exploring the science behind hydroponics, water conservation, and urban farming. This innovative program fosters critical thinking and environmental awareness, allowing students to apply what they learn to real-world problems. Supported by community donations and school grants, the project has sparked enthusiasm among students, teachers, and parents alike, and the school plans to host a community event to showcase students' work and promote sustainability.

IS10Q Received the 2024 EPA Grant --> Read all about it HERE

The EPA grant will facilitate NY Sun Works’ mission to build students’ proficiency in inquiry-based climate and sustainability science. The program aims to enhance students’ understanding of urban agriculture’s role in sustainable communities and expand teachers’ knowledge of climate and environmental science. Zamora emphasized the importance of this grant, stating, “This significant commitment will support the hands-on urban farming experience and teaching of sustainability science and climate education for NYC youth while also expanding access to fresh, healthy produce for students and their families.”