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				<title><![CDATA[Regents Prep  and AIS]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[June 16th is the last instructional day of this school year. AIS continues and Regents Prep has begun, the schedule is as follows:]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:09:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NYC 2026 School Survey]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Every year, NYCPS ask families to take the NYC School Survey. The survey gives school leaders a better understanding of what members of their school community think about their school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:48:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NYC Teenspace]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[NYC Teenspace is a program—offered by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and powered by Talkspace—that provides any NYC teen aged 13–17 with virtual therapy with a licensed therapist, at no cost. Teens can sign up for this program on their own.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 08:49:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Xello]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Excelsior Prep uses Xello, an online platform designed to help students discover future career possibilities, plan their coursework, and prepare for life after graduation.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free and Low-Cost Internet Options]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Accessibility and scope of online resources have fundamentally changed how students study, and teachers disseminate information. The internet has significantly changed how people learn.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 10:27:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[March Parent Teacher Conferences]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences on Wednesday March 18th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm and Thursday March 19th from 12:30pm-2:30pm]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:16:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Transition Orientation Meeting]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[It is very important for our parents or guardians of a child with an IEP, to attend this orientation on Thursday, March 17, 2026, at 10:30 am. It will be held at Excelsior Preparatory High School, in the library.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:18:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cell Phone and Electronic Device Policy]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Under the updated policy, Chancellor's Regulation A-413, students are not permitted to use personal internet-enabled electronic devices during the school day. This includes devices such as cell phones, laptops, tablets, and portable music and entertainment systems.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 15:02:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Tutoring Schedule]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[See attached image for Excelsior's Spring 2025 Tutoring Schedule]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 09:58:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CUNY Dream Students programs]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Attention CUNY Undocumented & Immigrant Students, the deadline to apply for the Dream.US National Scholarship is February 28th. We encourage you to help promote and incentivize this opportunity to students you may be aware of who are eligible to apply.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:25:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2026 SYEP Lottery is open!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[All students ages 14–24 are invited to apply to participate in the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), which is now accepting applications for summer 2026 via the general lottery through February 27.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January Regents Exams]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tuesday January 20th through Friday January 23rd, Regents exams will be taking place. Students will only be in attendance for their scheduled exams.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 14:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regents Prep]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[As we approach the final days of the semester and prepare for the upcoming Regents Exams, we are excited to offer Express Tutoring from January 8 through January 17, including Saturdays. Subjects include Biology, Algebra, Chemistry, ELA and Global History.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:12:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Supporting Immigrant Families]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us for a Family Workshop on Supporting Immigrant Families at Springfield Gardens Campus! Hear from the local community and a guest speaker from the New York State Youth Leadership Council on the resources available to immigrant students and families on our campus.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:34:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall School Food Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2118261</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We want your feedback. The Office of Food and Nutrition Services wants to provide you with the best food service program possible. Thank you in advance for wanting to make a difference and answering these questions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Springfield Campus Winter Showcase]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2144001</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You are cordially invited to attend the Springfield Campus Winter Showcase, on December 18th at 6:00pm. All four High Schools Concert Bands will be performing.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 08:54:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meeting the Moment]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2138751</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NYCPS is launching a new Citywide Multicultural Student Coalition, an alliance of high schoolers who will engage their peers in meaningful conversations about culture, identity, and bridge-building. Applications are due December 3.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:28:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Jerky Turkey]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2132100</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The season of gratitude is here, and we’re kicking it off with our annual Jerky Turkey Celebration, on Wednesday November 26, 2025! Your participation helps keep this beloved tradition alive — and makes our table a little fuller and hearts a little warmer. Alumni, you MUST be a confirmed guest for entry.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:45:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Teacher Conferences]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2134207</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conference, on November 20th and 21st,  and take an active role in your child's academic journey.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 07:43:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CUNY free application]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2129521</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All graduating NYC Public Schools students are guaranteed admission to a CUNY program, and CUNY application fees are waived through November 21.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[College Now Application Deadline]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2128903</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Deadline to apply for Spring 2026 College Now Classes is  November 7th. To apply]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Election Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2126105</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[November 4th 2025 - Election Day, students do no attend school. Click here for information on your ballot, early voting and polling sites.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 08:38:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Think Before You Click: 3 Tips to Keep You Cyber Safe]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2121313</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Did you know one in four people fall victim to a cybercrime? The good news is you don’t have to be a tech expert to stay safe online. A few smart habits can make a big difference.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 08:40:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2117432</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This year's theme is about engaging every New Yorker in the movement to end Domestic Violence (DV): #ItTakesAllOfUs. Everyone has a role to play in making New York City the safest big city in the nation.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NYS Rights of Immigrant Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2027713</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG), the Office of New York Governor Kathy Hochul, and the New York State Education Department (SED) share a longstanding commitment to safeguarding the rights of all students, including all noncitizen students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[AP Exam fees]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[At Excelsior Prep, all students scheduled for AP classes also take the AP Exam at no cost. Students who are (1) Absent, (2) Registers Late, or (3) Cancels, are responsible for those fees ...]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 10:28:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Curriculum Night]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This evening's focus will be "Getting to Know Our School Community". Join us on Thursday September 25th at 5:00pm on zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 09:07:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dad Take Your Child to School Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2107176</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Attention all fathers and father figures! This event is in support of actively engaging and acknowledging the father figures in our children's lives, with school as the key.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 07:42:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Senior Crown Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2107174</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As tradition would have it, the second Friday of September is Senior Crown Day!! All Seniors should hopefully come to school sporting their senior crowns they decorated proudly!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 07:38:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back Students]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[School year 2025-2026 begins 8:10am on Thursday September 4th 2025. Welcome Back Students!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 07:47:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Majors]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Students will be programmed for Majors in the 2025-2026 school year. Students, you must choose a major, or a major will be selected for you. Students will have to sign into ther nycstudents.net account to access the form.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 07:36:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Student Orientation [in-person]]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2083027</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome to the Excelsior Preparatory family! We are a learning community that works together in motivating our children to achieve more than they think they are capable of. Let’s get to know each other on]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 10:56:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[August Regents Exams]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[August 2025 Regents Exams are scheduled for Tuesday August 19th and Wednesday August 20th. This will be the last opportunity to take these exams in 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 07:42:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2083767</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In order for students to earn a credit for a course taken in summer, they have to attend 45 hours of instruction per course. Summer school will be held on July 10, 2025 to August 18, 2025, from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 08:59:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Graduation Informational Letter]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2078136</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[EPHS Graduation Ceremony takes place Wednesday June 25th at 12:00 PM, at 
Hofstra University - John Cranford Adams Playhouse. Students must report by  10:00 AM.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 14:41:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer School Informational Session]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2084738</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If your child is scheduled to attend summer school, it is necessary to accumulate credits and or exams needed to achieve graduation requirements. In order for students to earn a credit for a course taken in summer, they have to attend 45 hours of instruction per course. Join this meeting for more details on ...]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regents Exams]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2080975</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Regents’ invitations were given to your children on Friday June 6th. Please understand if your child is not scheduled for an exam, they do not have school. Students taking morning exams should arrive at 8:45am. Students taking afternoon exams should arrive at 12:45pm. Parents can always email a guidance counselor to double check scheduling.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 09:58:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[EPHS Spring Tutoring Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2071751</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click here for the Spring Tutoring Schedule. This was last updated May 14th 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 09:48:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[June PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2078153</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are hosting our final Parent Teacher Association meeting for the school year on Wednesday, June 11 2025 @ 6pm and it will be ....]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:03:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTA Family Fun Fiesta]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2073610</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Saturday May 31st 2025 10AM-4PM, let's have fun as a family and raise money for our kids at the same time.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 10:15:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Junior Parent Meeting/Rising Senior Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2071031</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come meet with the senior counselor and advisors to hear about what your child will be doing to ensure a successful senior year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 08:33:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May Parent Teacher Conference [remote]]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2069033</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thursday May 15th 5-8pm is the final Parent Teacher Conference for school year 2025-26. Appointments to meet with Teachers, Guidance Department, the Dean or Administration, are first come first served. To book an appointment]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 08:56:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May Parent Teachers Association Meeting [in-person]]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2069945</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nominate yourself or a fellow parent, and represent the parent body for school year 2025-26. This month's in-person meeting is the election meeting!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 16:08:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MetroCard -> OMNY Card]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1959741</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Schools will distribute OMNY cards this Fall 2024.  This will allow eligible students to get to and from school and school-related activities for free—and ride for free on weekends and all year, too!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2024 12:20:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Accessing DOE Grades]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1668734</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students in NYC DOE schools that are using the new NYC DOE Grades application will be able to view their courses, assignments, and assignment grades in TeachHub. Families view that information using the NYCSA portal. To access these new features, please follow the steps below.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2022 14:10:44 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A.P. Exam Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2055881</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Connect with the A.P. teachers and other parents to learn how to support your child for their Advanced Placement Exams.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 09:54:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NYC School Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2040591</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This survey gives school leaders a better understanding of what members of their school community think about their 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.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Queens North and South Parent Workshop]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1981134</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parent Workshop Series in Partnership with Morningside Center for Teaching Social Responsibility, hosted by Queens South and North Superintendents]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 11:10:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Teacher Conference Review]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2049266</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Excelsior Prep is a learning community and communication is a key factor in our children's success. Please take a few minutes to provide feedback on Parent Teachers Conferences, so we can improve our dialogue.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 14:17:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[March PTA [in-person]]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2043401</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday March 12th 6pm to 7pm, March Parent Teacher Association Meeting  takes place in person. We look forward to seeing you here.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 09:57:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Lottery Open]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2027744</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All students ages 14–24 are invited to apply to participate in the 2025 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), which is now accepting applications for summer 2025 via the general lottery through February 28.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 09:13:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[What’s Happening in NYC Public Schools [February 2025]]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2027723</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[February's "What's Happening In NYC Public Schools" Family Update newsletter provides important information about Summer Rising 2025, the annual NYC School Survey, Education Council Elections, Respect for All Week, and key enrollment dates.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:47:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Black History Month Celebration]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2032850</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All EPHS family are cordially invited to attend our annual Black History Month Celebration, taking place on Wednesday February 26th. The show starts promptly at 12:15pm and will conclude around 2:30pm]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 09:05:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STEM in the South Spring Application]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2025265</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[STEM in the South offers Queens students the ability to take courses they have interest in at other Queens schools, and gain credits plus possible industry certification. Submit your application by Friday January 31st, seats are limited.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:49:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Community and Citywide Education Council Elections 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2027733</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you’re interested in helping shape policies and priorities that will affect the education of City students, consider joining an education council! Parents can apply to run for the 2025–2027 term until Sunday, February 16, 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 09:02:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[February PTA Meeting [update]]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2027769</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[February's Parent Teachers Association Meeting was delayed due to unforeseen circumstances, it is now scheduled for Thursday the 13th, at 6:00pm. This Meeting will be virtual.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:22:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Gym Uniforms and School Swag]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1660820</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Physical Education is a required course, during your child's academic tenure in High School proper attire is required to engage. As a result we are requiring students to wear a gym uniform, and at the moment only a t-shirt is required. T-Shirts cost ...]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 10:54:16 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January 2025 Regents]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2019588</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Only students taking an exam are in attendance. All morning exams start at 9:15am, students should arrive by 8:45am. All afternoon exams start at 1:15pm, students should arrive by 12:45pm. Students arriving to exams 45 minutes or later, after the start time, will not be allowed to sit for exams.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 13:33:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January Regents Prep]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2006593</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Winter Tutoring Program will resume this week, with sessions scheduled in specific subjects to help prepare for the January Regents exams, which are required for graduation. Your child is expected to attend all or most of the tutoring sessions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 07:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop series]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2017540</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Effective communication between parents and children is the cornerstone of nurturing healthy relationships, emotional well-being, and academic success.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 12:22:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2013114</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Happy New Year Excelsior family! Let’s start 2025 by strengthening our bonds, our children can only benefit. The first Parent Teachers Association meeting this year is Wednesday January 8th…]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 08:23:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[EPHS Parent Advisory Council Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2010533</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Title I PAC will participate with the School Leadership Team (SLT) in the joint review, planning, and improvement of the school’s Title I program, and the development, revision and review of the parent and family engagement policy.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 14:49:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Music Showcase]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2005991</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You are cordially invited to the EPHS Jazz Ensemble's Winter Music Showcase, on Thursday December 19th at 5:30pm]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 10:33:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Financial Aid Parent Workshop]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/2005938</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents and students with college aspirations will learn more about the financial aid process and create FSA ID's]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2024-25 Majors Selection]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1939159</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Programming has begun for the 2024-25 school year. All rising 10th, 11th and 12th graders must complete the Majors Selection Form by Wednesday June 26th. If you do not select a major, one will be chosen for you and you will NOT be able to change your major.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:33:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STEM in the South]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1870868</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[After months of planning and preparation, Queens South High School is proud to announce the Grand Opening of our Stem in the South Innovation sites for the Spring Semester!
These sites will provide opportunities for all of our students to experience hands on career connected learning in a STEM field of their choice.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:32:57 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Proposed Opening and Co-location of a P752Q in the Springfield Campus]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1891630</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NYCDOE is proposing to open and co-locate a new high school site of existing multi-sited District 75 school, Queens Transition Center (75Q752), to be called P752Q@Q420, in building Q420 (Q420) in the 2024-2025 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:30:27 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring 2025 College Now Application]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1988115</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Whether you have a college plan in mind or you’re just getting your feet wet with the college experience, there are many reasons to take college courses in high school. Take advantage of DUAL ENROLLMENT for FREE and  register for Spring CUNY College Classes at Excelsior Prep today. The deadline is December 1st 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 12:31:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[EPHS 20th Anniversary Celebration]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1967328</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Excelsior Preparatory High School was founded in 2004 by Derek Jones, under the Bill and Melinda Gates ISA fund. We have grown and see our successes in the students that have become succesful adults. Celebrate our 20th Anniversary with us on ...]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 10:48:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Curriculum Night]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1971097</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[September 26th 2024, Excelsior is hosting a Curriculum Night online from 5:00pm - 8:00pm.To join us…]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 17:40:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dad's Take Your Child To School Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1966649</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Springfield Gardens Educational Campus is hosting a Dad's Take Your Child To School Day onSeptember 18th 2024. Join us from 7:45am-9:00am for]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 09:11:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Jerky Turkey]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1991353</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jerky Turkey is Excelsior's annual Thanksgiving celebration. We come together as a community to celebrate each other, share a bountiful meal, and create long lasting memories.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 14:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Teacher Conferences]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1993811</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thursday November 21st 5-8pm and Friday November 22nd 12:30-2:30pm, are our next scheduled Parent Teacher Conferences. Appointments to meet with Teachers, Guidance Department, the Dean or Administration, are first come first served. To book an appointment]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 12:04:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CUNY and SUNY Free Application Period]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1984477</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The second annual CUNY Free Application Period will be held from October 21–November 15; additionally,  SUNY will offer the SUNY Free Application Period from October 21–November 3. That's a combined savings of $115.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 09:13:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[November PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1992445</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[PTA's connect school and home life, helping parents become more involved in their children's education. Join your next PTA meeting on Wednesday Nov 13th to help improve the scholastic experience of our children.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2024 10:13:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Vote.gov]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1990785</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Find answers to common questions about registering and voting]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 07:48:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[QSHS Scholars Collective]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1967940</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As part of Superintendent Van-Ess effort to empower student voice and leadership within Queens South High Sschools, they are looking to recruit at least 2 students from each school to join Scholars Collective. Together, scholars will work to develop suggestions and solutions that can be put into practice within QSHS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 11:01:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents Teachers Association Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1977701</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come Join on October 8, 2024 at 6pm for our Parents Teachers Association Meeting. "Many Hands Make Light Work"]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 17:49:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Curriculum Night]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1971923</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thursday September 26th from 5:00pm, Excelsior's annual Curriculum Night will take place virtually. Hear from the school Administration and Teachers, to have more detailed expectations of your childrens academic year to come.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:43:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STEM in the South, Fall 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1967929</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[STEM in the SOUTH  is a program created by Superintendent Van-Ess that bridges students to specialized programs in other Queens Schools. If you have an interest in a specialized program, such as OSHA, Digital Music Production, Drones, and more, not available in your school, you can apply to participate after-school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:40:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Military Opt-Out Letters]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1956731</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Federal law requires the NYC Department of Education to provide: the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and DOE student email addresses of 11th and 12th grade students to military recruiters who request this information. Parents of high school students under the age of 18 and students who are 18 years of age and older may opt-out of releasing information to the military and/or institutions of higher learning. For further information]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2024 09:00:34 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[September PTA]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1961433</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first PTA Meeting of the 2024-25 school year will be in-person. Join us on Tuesday September 10th at 6:00pm in Room 329.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 15:33:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Incoming Student Orientation]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1943962</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome to the Excelsior family! “It takes a village to raise a child” and we are a learning community. Let’s meet face to face August 8th …]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jul 2024 11:01:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Campus Wide Town Hall]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1904588</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Let's talk about the upcoming changes, on Wednesday March 27th at 7:00pm. This is a virtual meeting on the Zoom platform.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2024 12:21:42 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[August is financial fitness month!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1948585</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Whether you're joining the new Boost Your Budget Challenge, checking out  Financial Fitness Training Tips, learning more about Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more, WorkWell NYC has resources to help you keep your budget balanced.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 09:27:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2024 Summer School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1940571</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If your child has failed classes, they have not acquired enough credits. In order to earn sufficient credits that are necessary for your child’s timely graduation, they have been programmed to attend summer school classes. Classes are taking place Monday through Thursday from 8AM to 1PM starting on July 8th and continuing throughout the summer until August Regents exams.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jul 2024 10:03:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Freshmen/Transfer Student Welcome Session]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1938528</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You are cordially invited to attend our Incoming Freshmen Welcome Session which will be held virtually on Thursday, June 27th from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. for new students and parents.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2024 15:10:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cafeteria Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1933031</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[What do you think of your "schoolies"? The Office of Food and Nutrition Services wants feedback on cafeteria meals. Share your thoughts and make changes today!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 May 2024 10:29:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Columbia University Science Honors Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1897674</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The SHP holds classes at Columbia from 10:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. on Saturdays throughout the academic year. Courses are primarily in the physical, chemical, biological, behavioral, and computing sciences; and instructors are scientists and mathematicians who are actively engaged in research at the University. Applicants to the SHP must now be in the 11th, 10th, or 9th grade and should have a strong interest and exceptional ability in science and mathematics.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:24:49 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer College Now Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1928752</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Applications are now being accepted for the summer College Now program at the New York City College of Technology. Participants of the Architecture and Urban Design Immersion Program will approach architecture and urban design disciplines through a cross-disciplinary lens that studies cultural diversity embodied by New York City. APPLICATION DEADLINE:  JUNE 3RD. The application and eligibility requirements]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 10:01:05 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Global Learners Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1923081</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DOE, in collaboration with national and international organizations, is offering the Global Leaders Academy this year. This six-week summer program is designed to expose high school multilingual learners/English language learners (MLs/ELLs) to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 08:01:45 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May 2024 Parent Teachers Conferences]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1923962</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our final Parent-Teacher Conference for this school-year is scheduled for May 23rd 2024, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. If your child is having academic difficulties it is essential we have a discussion on how best to support them. If they are unsuccesful, there is a possibility that your child may need to retake these classes either over the 2024 Summer Session (July 10th - August 16th), or in the next school year to ensure they are on track with their peers.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2024 12:01:20 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STEM Expo 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1928806</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us at the first ever Queens South High School STEM Expo, on Wednesday May 22nd 10am-1pm at Richmond Hill High School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 11:04:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall 2024 College Now]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1910709</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[College Now is CUNY's largest collaborative program with the New York City secondary public school system. The program offers dual enrollment in high school and college as well as college-readiness programs; the goal of College Now is to help students meet high school graduation requirements and prepare for academic and social success in college.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2024 10:39:10 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IDNYC @ Springfield Campus]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1925559</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[ID New York City in collaboration with the Springfield Educational Campus invites the community to a pop-up event at the school on May 13th 2024, 10am-7pm. Application information is as follows:]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2024 08:06:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Youth Action Month Opportunity]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1914089</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DOE, in partnership with NYC Service, launched Youth Action Month on April 1. Throughout April and continuing through May 11, students ages 14–18 and their families are encouraged to volunteer with local community-based organizations. Interested students can search and register for volunteer opportunities though the]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 12:46:40 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Tech Fund]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1916658</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[I’m happy to share an exciting fellowship opportunity with First Tech Fund dedicated to empowering rising 11th and 12th grade students to achieve professional and academic success. First Tech Fund is recruiting students for the 5th cohort of their hybrid high school fellowship program where participants can gain:]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:26:05 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A.P. Exams approaching]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1911608</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Advanced Placement exams are a few weeks away. We need to communicate with you clear expectations regarding your child’s preparation and help them get ready. We will meet]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:33:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Student Immunization]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1912727</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In accordance with New York State public health law, all students attending school must be fully vaccinated against specific preventable diseases as identified in the 2023–24 Immunization Chart for Families. It is critical that children are up to date on their vaccinations.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:02:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Phone lines [update]]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1913267</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Incoming calls are not connecting to any of the Springfield Campus schools. We have reached out to the telephone company for support and are waiting for a resolution. [04-17-24 10:25am Most calls are coming through, the issue is still being worked on.]]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 10:56:17 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2024 NYC School Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1892122</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2024 NYC School Survey launched February 12 and will close on April 5, 2024. 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.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 13:09:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Teachers Conferences]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1898130</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[March 2024 PTC's take place on Thursday the 21st and Friday the 22nd. You must book an appointment for each teacher. Evening Conferences are on the 21st, 5:00pm - 8:00pm. Afternoon Conferences are on the 22nd, 12:30pm - 2:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 12:42:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTC Community Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1900099</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Good afternoon Excelsior Community, let's get together for a brief community meeting before your Parent Teachers Conferences.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 09:14:07 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023-24 Senior Contract]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1839004</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations!  Your child has reached a major crossroad in education: their final year in high school!!!  Though we are celebrating their transition into adulthood and/or college life throughout this school-year, we want to remind our kids of a very important life lesson: everything comes at a cost.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 09:53:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Covid Response]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1559810</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Like many communities in NYC, Excelsior has been impacted by the Coronavirus.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2022 08:43:28 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[South Africa, Spring 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1884767</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Educational Tours in conjunction with Excelsior Prep is going to South Africa in the Spring of 2025. If you're interested...]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:16:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Service unavailable error]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1884106</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[10:58am update- login services have been restored]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:06:24 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NYC Public Schools will be in session remotely, Tuesday September 13th.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1883725</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Excelsior Families, due to expected severe weather conditions tomorrow, New York City Public Schools will pivot to remote learning on Tuesday February 13th. While buildings are closed, school will be in session remotely for all students. Teachers will be live on google classroom.
All afterschool activities for Tuesday February 13 will be canceled.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2024 14:50:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Semester 1 Report Cards]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1879521</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Semester 1 Report Cards have been posted to your New York City Schools Account. If you need assistance logging in]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Feb 2024 08:36:27 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NYC teenspace]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1850120</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School stress, relationships, friend drama—teen life can be a lot. So, your city is stepping up to give you mental health support. Now anyone 13-17 living in New York City has access to Talkspace at no cost.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 08:19:54 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Tutoring Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1861188</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[January 2024 Regents are the 22nd to the 26th. To assist our children with achieving the best grade possible, we highly recommend every tutoring session be attended.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 14:24:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Big Apple Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1854025</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Big Apple Awards recognize and celebrate New York City teachers who inspire students to be their best selves, dream, and advocate for their future. By honoring these teachers, we recognize all those who go above and beyond to serve our students and families! Nominations are now open.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 08:08:06 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1863200</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[January's Parent Teachers Association Meeting takes place Tuesday the 9th at 6:00pm. This meeting will be virtual. Do you have any questions to submit?]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 14:55:49 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023 College Board National Recognition Program Awardees]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1802253</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A special Congratulations to five of Excelsior's Scholars! 
"Students at your school have been awarded National Recognition from the College Board. 
Your students earned this academic honor because of their GPA of 3.5 or higher and outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT®, PSAT™ 10, and/or AP® Exams. They can now list this honor on applications to stand out to colleges. "]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 07:50:13 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Secure Your Seat at the NYC Elite 32 Holiday Classic!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1861535</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We hope you can join us on December 27th and 28th at Springfield High School in Queens, New York, for the NYC Elite 32 Holiday Classic hosted by Ballin' 4 Peace.
🔥 Witness 32 top NYC teams competing at their best, showcasing talent, unity, and sportsmanship during two days of elite competition.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Dec 2023 13:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Secure Your Seat at the NYC Elite 32 Holiday Classic!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1861534</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We hope you can join us on December 27th and 28th at Springfield High School in Queens, New York, for the NYC Elite 32 Holiday Classic hosted by Ballin' 4 Peace.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Dec 2023 13:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Report Cards have been posted]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1855959</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Semester 1 Marking Period 2 Report Cards have been posted to your New York City Schools Account (NYCSA). Students can view their Report Card in the Student Documents section of TeachHub.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Dec 2023 09:58:35 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holiday Spirit Week]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1858539</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Feel the Seasonal spirit and remember that all outfits must be school appropriate. Let's have fun! Monday December 18th through Friday December 22nd.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2023 12:06:43 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Holiday Concert]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1854120</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come out for a free night of entertainment by the Excelsior Prep High School Concert Band, on Wednesday December 20th at 6:00pm. The annual Holiday Concert is back!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 10:41:20 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[December PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1857696</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[December Parent Teachers Association Meeting takes place Tuesday the 12th at 6:00pm. This meeting will be virtual. Do you have any questions to submit?]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2023 15:27:03 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[College Now Applications for Spring 2024 Semester are open]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1839052</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[These are credit bearing collegiate classes, offered on campus, and taught by our teachers. Students earn 3 credits, per class, for free, on successful completion. The deadline to apply is December 1st. Courses offered this Spring are:]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2023 12:45:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023 Lights Camera Save video contest]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1826156</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ridgewood Savings Bank annual competition is back, in which teenagers create short, creative videos about responsible choices with money. There are prizes for the top three winners and a grant for the winning school. Winners will be awarded the following prizes:]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Oct 2023 11:52:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Jerky Turkey 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1839734</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, November 22nd, 2023, Excelsior will be hosting our annual Jerky Turkey event. On this day, the Excelsior Family will be meeting together for our own festive fellowship.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2023 12:17:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Teacher Conferences]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1840059</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Is your child succeeding acadmecially, do they have specific challenges, are they socially and emotionally supported by their peers? Parent Teacher Conferences take place November 16th and 17th, book your appointment to speak with their teachers, and/or administration today.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 13:09:38 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Open House Sign-up]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1839935</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Excelsior is having 2 Open Houses on November 14th and 18th. The 1st date is virtual, while the 2nd is in-person. Click on this article for the sign-up form.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 11:57:38 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[November PTA and Virtual Open House]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1839910</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[November's Parent Teachers Association meeting will be a virtual meeting, held in conjunction with the Guidance Department to welcome perspective families. Click on this article for accessing this event, on November 14th at 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 11:29:30 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Excelsior’s Recess Clubs]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1822827</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Starting Wednesday, October 4th, we will start our Recess Clubs.  Clubs will take place, 5th period, on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays.  You will only be able to sign up for one club and space is limited. The first quarter is from Oct. 4th until Dec. 1st.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 08:12:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Cell Phone Policy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1655577</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hi Excelsior family, we have a new cell phone policy going into effect on Monday September 12th 2022. Read this article for full details.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2022 19:35:21 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Know Your School Night]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1818335</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are hosting three 1 hour  Know Your School Night sessions on Thursday September 28th 2023.  The 3 sessions will be via  Zoom and require prior registration.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2023 10:01:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Supply List]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1806720</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School year 2023-24 begins Thursday September 7th, this article has the list of supplies students should start the year with.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 11:52:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Teachers Association Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1812023</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome to the Excelsior Family! Your first Parent Teachers Association meeting will be in-person, on Tuesday September 12th 2023. We start at 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2023 18:56:15 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Phone lines down]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1812015</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[09-11-2023 We are experiencing downed phone line service, incoming calls are not coming through. The phone company has been alerted and is currently working on the issue.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2023 18:57:04 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023-24 DOE Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1773781</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NYC DOE 2023-2024 school year calendar has been published!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jun 2023 09:09:56 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Job Recruitment Fair]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1799817</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join Borough President Donovon Richards for a Job Recruitment Fair, featuring a wide variety of local employers looking to hire Queens residents on Tuesday August 22nd, 2:30-5:30pm, at the Elmhurst Queens Public Library.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Aug 2023 09:43:54 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Incoming Students Orientation]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1786418</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome to the Excelsior Family! We are hosting an Incoming Students Orientation for our New Scholars and Family Members, on Friday, August 18, 2023, at 1:30pm. We're kindly asking attending families to RSVP, the link is in this article.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:14:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MAJORS!!!!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1780173</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Student Class Preference Survey (Majors Selection) is due Tuesday June 27th. ALL STUDENTS must submit this form to be programmed in line with their personal interest. Students must be signed into their nycstudents.net account to access the form.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2023 13:03:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PSAL Summer Sports & Fitness Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1784953</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Public Shool Athletic League will have a summer sports program open to all NYC High School students, on the Springfield Campus. See article for registration instructions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jul 2023 09:15:21 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rising Seniors Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1774147</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us online on Thursday June 8th 6:00pm-7:15pm, to discuss the tentative senior fees for the Class of 2024. At the end of the meeting, you will have an opportunity to make a downpayment. See the article for instructions on Joining the meeting.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:07:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2028 Meet & Greet]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1783006</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome to the Excelsior Preparatory High School community! We'd like to invite you to a "Meet & Greet" virtual meeting this Friday, June 30th, from 5-6pm.  Join us so we can start the process of getting to know each other!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:03:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[June PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1658016</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join the last Parent Teachers Association meeting for this school year, on Tuesday June 13th at 6pm. See the article for instructions on joining us.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[8th Annual National CTE Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1775966</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Attention Excelsior Community: On Monday June 12, we will be hosting the American Teen Moguls competition hosted by the Nick Cannon Foundation. Nick cannon and special guest will be present to judge the event. We are asking for scholars to wear their Excelsior SWAG to represent the school. The event is from 10 am to 11:30 am. See you there and remember to represent Excelsior Preparatory High School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jun 2023 11:47:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[June 9th 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1775899</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[DOE has decided to make today a remote instruction day due to current hazardous air conditions. EPHS classes will be live! Teachers and students should be following their regular schedules in Google Classroom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jun 2023 08:22:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May PTA Election meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1658002</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join May's Parent Teachers Association Election meeting online, on Tuesday May 9th at 6pm. See the article for instructions on joining us.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regents Exam Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1767985</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Exams are scheduled for June 1st and June 14th - June 22nd, see article for all details.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 09:20:45 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May 18th PTC]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1766986</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The final Parent Teachers Conference for this school year will be a different format from our usual. No appointments are avilable for you to book with us, instead, teachers will be contacting you.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2023 15:34:18 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May-hem!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1766974</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[May-hem is an 8 team, double elimination basketball tournament.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2023 15:19:13 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May I 5th Shelter In]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1761982</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A shelter in took place this afternoon to maintain an abundance of caution, see the article for more information.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2023 22:32:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[After-School Academic Support (ASAS)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1752993</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our After-School Academic Support (ASAS), tutoring and exam prep during after-school hours, officially starts this week!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 14:46:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[April (in-person) PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1657999</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join April's Parent Teachers Association meeting in-person, on Tuesday April 18th at 6pm. See the article for instructions on joining us.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 12:25:17 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023 AP Exam Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1748620</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2023 AP Exams will be administered in schools over two weeks in May: May 1–5 and May 8–12. AP students should complete their Albert IO assignments as final preparation. Click on this article for specific exam dates.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 12:21:18 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall 2023 College Now Registration]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1748552</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Attention Students, Parents & Guardians: Registration for Fall 2023 College Now classes is now live, until May 15th. Register ASAP for classes on campus, passing entitles students to 3 CUNY College credits for FREE, for each class passed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:04:38 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Town Hall with Chancellor David C. Banks]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1747861</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Attention Parents & Guardians: The Community Education Council for District 29 is hosting a Town Hall Event with Chancellor Banks, on Tuesday April 25th 6:15-7:30pm, at the Springfield Gardens Educational Campus Auditorium.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2023 10:35:27 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NYC School Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1731984</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Every year, the NYC DOE asks all families, teachers, and staff to take the NYC School Survey. The survey gives school leaders a better understanding of what members of their school community think about their 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.

The 2023 NYC School Survey launched on February 13, 2023 and will close on March 31, 2023.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2023 10:02:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Lottery is Now Open]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1735042</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All students ages 14–24 are invited to apply to participate in the 2023 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), which is now accepting applications for summer 2023 via the general lottery through April 14th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2023 10:02:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[AP Research 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1744400</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[AP Research is an interdisciplinary course that encourages students to demonstrate critical thinking and academic research skills on a topic of the student’s choosing. 
Please take a few minutes in assisting our students to collect the data they need, by completing as many or as few surveys, as you can.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:09:36 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NYC Votes Youth Ambassador Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1740277</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The NYC Votes Youth Ambassador Program is an initiative for New Yorkers aged 14-19 who are committed to increasing youth engagement in local elections. The program is led by young people, for young people.
Ambassadors participate in weekly meetings, engage with local history, host Voter Mobilization events in their communities, and share critical non-partisan information. By the end of the program, ambassadors are voting experts with the knowledge and skill to help lead their communities.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Mar 2023 09:41:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NYC Science Research Mentoring Consortium]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1740271</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The NYC Science Research Mentoring Consortium consists of over 20 partner programs that support 500+ scholars across 23 sites in New York City. Their programs share the following principles: [1] 70-hours of preparatory coursework [2] Over one-hundred hours of mentored science research [3] Access to academic and career guidance for science success [4] Access to scientific journals and presentations that support fluency in science communication [5] A culminating project that allows students to develop and present their research.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Mar 2023 09:37:30 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Qualia Global Scholars]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1740255</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Organized by Stanford University undergraduate and graduate students, Qualia Global Scholars is a selective pre-collegiate summer program that aims to empower high school and middle school students by advancing their leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills through near-peer mentorship, project-based experiential learning, and interdisciplinary research. The program is led by Stanford students who have first-hand experiences of how transformative the Stanford experience can be in opening the doors to incredible opportunities. However, access to such opportunities is limited to a select few. 
“Talent is evenly distributed, but opportunity is not.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Mar 2023 09:02:36 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Teachers Conferences]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1732266</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parent Teachers Conferences will be virtual on Thursday March 23rd from 5 pm to 8 pm, and Friday March 24th from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. You must book appointments to meet with your child’s teachers. Appointments are available on a first com first served basis, see article for the link to book appointments.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 10:24:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Krispy Kreme Fundraiser!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1731974</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Parent Teachers Association is having a Krispy Kreme fundraiser this month. Say yes to your sweet tooth and use the form in the description to order.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 10:18:43 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Blacks At Microsoft Minority Student Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1738922</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Blacks at Microsoft Minority Student Day is their premier STEM event designed to close the digital divide. The goal is to expose students to careers in STEM, empower them to achieve more by utilizing Microsoft technologies, and engage in career readiness with Microsoft employees.
Students will be taken to the Microsoft Office in Manhattan on 3-24-23 for Minority Student Day. 
We feel that it is important for them to see executives in the tech space that look like them, as well as people their age that are thriving in the tech space. Attached is the parent/student form that needs to be signed by you and your parent(s). 
Forms should be submitted by Wednesday March 15th, in class.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 15:27:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[March PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1657997</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join March's Parent Teachers Association meeting online, on Tuesday March 14th at 6pm.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[12-15-22 Protest]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1701438</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[At approximately 9:15 today, students from our campus walked out of the building in protest of the proposed co-location of a Kindergarten through 4th grade Success Academy charter school. This action was planned by students and parents and was not sanctioned by the teachers or administrators of this campus.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 10:22:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations January 2023 Graduates]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1717237</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Your family (including your Excelsior family) is very proud of what you have achieved. We always believed in you and are exceited to see what's next! Here's a sample of what was said.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 13:47:42 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023 Big Apple Award Nominations Are Now Open!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1706684</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Big Apple Awards (BAA) nomination process for the upcoming cohort of Fellows for the 2023–24 school year is now open through February 28. All members of the school community (including families, students, and community-based organizations) are invited to nominate a teacher for the Big Apple Award.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2023 08:30:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Black History Festival]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1726778</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 18 Feb 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Black History Month Show]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1721879</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join our Black History Month Show on February 16th. Celebrate the legacy, honor the progress, and recognize the accomplishments of African-Americans.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2023 13:50:27 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Every Body Move Teen Social Dance & Leadership Classes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1719141</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Saturdays 12:30pm
Open to Black and Brown Female & Female Identifying Students
Ages 13-18
*Earn Credit Toward NYCDOE High School Community Service Requirement*]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 08:44:14 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Black History Month Performance]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1726782</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come out and participate Excelsior Prep. This annual event is a student created and run program, celebrating our History.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2023 14:37:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[February PTA meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1657994</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join February's Parent Teachers Association meeting online, on Tuesday February 14th at 6pm. See article for instruction on joining us.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[QSHS Chronicle January 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1707626</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Happy New Year Queens South High Schools! We are ready for the second half of the school year as we prepare for our #SeedsofExcellence to blossom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2023 14:12:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Save for College Program: NYC Scholarship Month]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1704329</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program is a scholarship and savings program designed to make college and career training more accessible for all NYC public school students regardless of family income or immigration status. Through the Program, every eligible student enrolled in an NYC public school automatically receives an NYC Scholarship Account with an initial $100 allocation on their behalf.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2023 07:41:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January Regents Prep Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1704926</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Regents Prep will be taking place PD 5 & 9 Monday through Friday, and 9am-12pm Saturdays.  Regents Exams are January 24th through 27th. Read on for more information.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2023 08:59:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1657989</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join January's Parent Teachers Association meeting online, on Tuesday January 10th at 6pm. See article for instructions on joining us.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Joint Public Hearing Planning Springfield Gardens Campus]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1702641</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Date: Tuesday, December 20, 2022 
Time: 6 p.m. 
Where: Teleconference, https://learndoe.org/districtplanning/ (goes live Dec. 20).
  
  The Proposed Opening and Co-location of a New Success Academy Charter Elementary School (84QTBD)  in Springfield Campus Beginning in the 2023- 2024 School Year. A Joint Public Hearing (JPH) will be held to provide the public with an opportunity to learn more about the above-referenced proposal and to present comments or concerns on the proposal.

https://learndoe.org/districtplanning/]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2023 07:43:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Notification for the Proposal Impacting Springfield Educational Campus]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1691143</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Excelsior Community,
On November 18, 2022, the Office of District Planning posted a proposal to open and co-locate a new Success Academy elementary school in building Q420 (Springfield Gardens Campus) beginning in the 2023-2024 School Year.  The Joint Public Hearing (JPH) for this proposal will be held via teleconference on Tuesday, December 20 at 6 p.m. at  https://learndoe.org/districtplanning/ .
We implore you to do your own research on Success Academy and how they have responded to our children in their times of need. We do not welcome them on our campus.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:22:43 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holiday Concert Band Showcase]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1700010</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[EPHS Holiday Concert featuring our Concert Band, on December 15th 2022 at 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2022 07:38:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Senior Portrait Blurb]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1699133</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It’s yearbook picture time!!  As you know seniors will be taking their yearbook photos Tuesday December 13th,  Wednesday the14th and Thursday the 15th in the school library.  These are REGULAR school days and all students are expected to be in attendance as they would on a normal school day. See the article for details.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 10:16:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[December PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1657987</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join December's Parent Teachers Association meeting online, on Tuesday December 13th at 6pm. We will be discussing the possible co-location and celebrating the upcoming holidays. See article for instructions on joining us in-person.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 14:38:06 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Springfield Gardens Campus Model UN]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1693628</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join Springfield Gardens Campus first ever Model UN conference, on Thursday December 1st. We will gather in room 312 at 3:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2022 12:14:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Jerky Turkey]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1686092</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, November 23th, 2022, Excelsior will be hosting our annual Jerky Turkey event. On this day, the Excelsior Family will be meeting together for our own festive fellowship.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2022 12:55:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[College Now Applications for Spring 2023 Semester are open]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1679361</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[These are credit bearing collegiate classes, offered on campus, and taught by our teachers. Students earn 3 credits, per class, for free, on successful completion. The deadline to apply is November 23rd. Courses offered this Spring are:]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2022 11:59:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Teachers Conferences]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1686554</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[November's Parent Teacher Conferences are remote for both the evening conference on the 17th, and the afternoon conference on the 18th. Appointments are first come first served. Booking appointments can be completed in a few easy steps.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2022 14:26:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Report Cards Available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1683793</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Semester 1 Marking Period 1 Report Cards are ready Excelsior Prep, they are accessible via the NYCSA portal.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2022 14:48:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[November PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1657984</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join November's Parent Teacher Association Meeting, on Tuesday November 15th at 6pm. See article for instructions on joining us.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2022 14:52:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[VOTE, it’s Election Day!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1684352</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Voting is the most effective way to make your voice heard on the issues that matter most to you.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2022 20:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Emergency SLT Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1684354</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Another school on the Springfield campus? Make your voices heard at the campus wide School Leadership Team meeting, on Monday November 7th at 6:00pm. Read on for the link to join.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 06 Nov 2022 20:34:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2022-23 Senior Contract]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1671267</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations!  Your child has reached a major crossroad in education: their final year in high school!!!  Though we are celebrating their transition into adulthood and/or college life throughout this school-year, we want to remind our kids of a very important life lesson: everything comes at a cost.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 08:30:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[EPHS Spirit Week]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1677528</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday October 24th through Thursday October 27th, we're celebrating Spirit Week. Show your school and community spirit Excelsior Prep!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2022 13:48:20 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PROSE Day Reminder]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1679539</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday October 28th is an asynchronous work day. All students will be working remotely.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2022 15:13:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Advanced Placement (AP) Informational Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1679155</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn about our robust AP program - the courses, our teachers, expectations and how you can help your child find success! Thursday October 27th 6:00-7:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2022 07:55:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Title 1 School Informational Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1679153</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us to learn more about EPHS being a "Title 1" school and how it impacts your child, on Thursday Oct 27th 5:15-6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2022 07:52:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[QSHS Chronicle Newsletter]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1677632</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hello QSHS Community, In this monthly newsletter, we will share what is happening in Queens South High Schools, highlight the work we are engaging in across the district, and share updates and opportunities for involvement and partnership.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2022 15:03:27 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PSAT Exam]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1671922</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All 11th graders will be taking the PSAT Exam on Tuesday October 25th in school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2022 09:31:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[We’re going to Japan!?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1671143</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come to the 7:00pm meeting on the 18th for more information, RSVP by the 17th using the link in the article.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 08:58:56 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome to Excelsior Prep]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1672363</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome to the Excelsior Prep High School Community. Excelsior provides all students, who walk through our doors, with a culturally responsive and academically rigorous secondary experience that leverages the Excelsior Preparatory values of Perseverance, Achievement, Scholarship and Service while using instructional approaches that support students in becoming actively aware of their thinking processes.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2022 15:50:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[EPHS Movie Night]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1671671</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hispanic Heritage Month Movie Night, Thursday October 13th at 3:30PM in the auditorium.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 15:32:16 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1657920</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join October's Parent Teachers Association meeting, on Tuesday October 11th at 6:00pm. See article for links to join the meeting.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), provides eligible households with a discount on internet services and devices.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1659785</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We all know it's harder for students to succeed at school without reliable internet at home. Students need it to complete their homework and access resources critical to their development. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a new federal benefit that helps pay for internet service and devices.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:59:20 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Teachers Conferences]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1664377</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first Parent Teacher Conferences will take place Thursday September 29th 2022, 5pm-8pm. Conferences will be hosted online, using Microsoft Teams, in the form of a Curriculum night. 
“Doors” will open at 5:00pm, you will have an opportunity to chat with other parents and staff until we begin. Principal Orji’s welcoming address starts promptly at 5:15pm, then 20 minute rotations following your child’s morning classes, followed by a presentation from the Guidance staff, finally 20 minute rotations of your child’s afternoon classes. You will be joining classes to meet with your child’s teachers, knowing their schedule is necessary for a successful and informative evening.
See attachment for schedule.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2022 14:12:47 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Supply list]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1647048</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first day of class for the 2022-23 school year is Thursday September 8th. These are the supplies you will need for your classes.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2022 11:49:27 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[September PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1656913</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join Excelsior Prep’s 1st Parent Teachers Association Meeting for the 2022-23 school year on September 13th at 6:00pm. See full story for the link to join us online, using Microsoft Teams.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:34:54 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome to Our New Website!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1551294</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for visiting our new website! Please check back often as updates are made, and click on article headlines to view full stories where applicable.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2022 08:41:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[I Will Graduate Pledge Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1655533</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[I WILL GRADUATE PROGRAM headquartered in New York City, is a charity organization dedicated to serving and empowering students, families, and the community by communicating the importance of educational excellence. On Monday, EPHS will be taking the pledge and reminding our students to think about their personal aspirations.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2022 15:47:13 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Incoming Students Orientation]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1647043</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The next and final Student Orientation for the 2022-23 school year, will be on Friday, September 2nd at 10am.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2022 15:48:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Freshman Orientation]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1628381</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We welcome you, your child and family to the Excelsior community! We hope to see you at Excelsior on Monday June 27th at 6pm!  Our address is 143-10 Springfield Blvd, NY 11413.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2022 11:51:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regents Exams]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1617347</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Uniform Admission Deadlines for Morning Examinations: 10:00 a.m. & Afternoon Examinations: 2:00 p.m. Students will not be permitted to take the exam if they are later than these times.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 12:32:04 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[June PTA]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1626041</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Let’s have 1 last whole school chat for the 2021-22 school year, join us at 6pm on June 14th]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2022 17:49:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[June 14th]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1625666</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations students, you’ve completed your class work for the 2021-22 school year. Tomorrow let’s tidy up any loose ends and celebrate, we have plans…]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 18:20:54 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[After-School Academic Support]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1583036</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Starting March 12th, we will be offering "After-School Academic Support" (ASAS) to our students Tuesdays through Saturdays.  ASAS will allow our students to get the support they need in certain courses, especially those that terminate in an Advance Placement or Regents exam.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2022 09:43:40 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTA Elections]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1622169</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nominations will be accepted from all attendees prior to the vote. Choose your representatives for the 2022-23 school year Excelsior family.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2022 15:35:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[National Honor Society Induction Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1617239</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday May 27th at 8:00am, we will be inducting a new cohort of National Honor Society students. We invite all Inductee families to attend, and celebrate this accomplishment with your children.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 10:51:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Senior Awards Dinner]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1617224</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Class of 2022 will be celebrated Thursday May 26th at 5:00pm. All Seniors are invited to attend, we will be highlighting our athletes, scholars and community activist.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 10:39:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1609828</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[“In appreciation of everything you do, today is when we take the time to say a big thanks to you. Enjoy your special day, it’s an important job that’s for sure. Teachers certainly need to be appreciated more . . .”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 May 2022 12:04:52 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall 2022 College Now Registration]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1592517</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Spring semester registration is open for College Now classes, 5 classes are available. The deadline for application has been extended to May 15th. Read the full story for class details and sign up instructions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2022 12:36:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May P.T.A. Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1609999</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[May's Parent Teachers Meeting is scheduled to be the election meeting for school year 2022-23 PTA board. Have your voice be heard and select your next representatives. See full story for instructions on joining the meeting.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 06 May 2022 14:17:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[April PTA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1598838</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join April's Parent Teachers Association Meeting online April 12th at 6pm, click on 'Read More' for joining instructions.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2022 15:42:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Report Cards]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1593115</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Report Cards were given to all students during their 3rd and 4th period classes on Thursday March 31st.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:29:07 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NYC School Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1580431</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Every year, school communities are asked to take the survey. Your responses give school leaders a better understanding of what you and other members of our school community think about our school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2022 11:02:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[After-School Academic Support]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1587005</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[ASAS schedule for March 19th 2022. AP exams and Regents are right around the corner, we will help our scholars feel and be prepared.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2022 09:20:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTA Popcorn fundraiser]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1585216</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The PTA is fundraising for the 2022 Senior Class with a Double Good premium popcorn sale.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 12:02:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Teachers Conferences]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1582095</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wednesday March 16th 5-8pm and Friday March 18th 12:30-2:30pm, all teachers will be available for 1 on 1 meetings discussing your child's challenges and success. Appointments must be made, we will be adhering to the schedule.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 20:01:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Civics Week]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1578123</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The fourth annual Civics Week will take place in schools from March 7–11. During Civics Week, schools across the city will celebrate youth voice, civic empowerment, and the importance of registering to vote. As part of the Civics for All initiative, one of the goals of Civics Week is to get students to understand that their voice matters and that they can create change as active participants in their community.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2022 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1572280</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We hope everyone has fulfilled a goal over their mid-winter recess and returns to school rejuvenated on Monday Feb 28th. We are asking that all students and staff take a Covid rapid test, on Sunday Feb 27th, 1 day before returning.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2022 14:08:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[1st Annual Black History Month Show]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1572668</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday Feb 18th, EPHS presents a student created and directed Black History Month Show]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:59:35 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[EPHS Celebrates Black History Month]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1568512</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[EPHS Celebrates Black History Month on Friday February 18th. We will be having a schoolwide celebration turning all classrooms into a museum exhibit, followed by a student produced show in the auditorium.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2022 14:29:24 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NYS STEP Bridging the Gap Spring 2022 Application]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1566212</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Applications are open for the Spring Semester BTG/STEP program. Classes will be held in-person and live on weekdays and weekends.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2022 11:47:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Interested in Serving Your Community?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1565976</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Calling all civic-minded Queens residents: The 2022 Community Board application period is open. To apply by the Feb. 16 deadline, click for more information.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2022 07:58:35 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[P.S. I Love You Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1565267</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Raising Mental Health Awareness and Decreasing Bullying]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2022 11:36:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Class Lockers unavailable!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1559937</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Class lockers are closed until further notice.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2022 09:09:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Safer Internet Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1566230</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With a theme once again of "Together for a better internet", the day will call upon all stakeholders to join together to make the internet a safer and better place for all, and especially for children and young people.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2022 12:55:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lunar New Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1559691</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[NYC DOE Public schools closed in observance of Lunar New Year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2022 15:33:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Jan 29th Weather Advisory]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to expected severe weather conditions, all Department of Education sponsored weekend activities and all extended-use permits, including adult education, special education, PSAL, will be cancelled tomorrow, Saturday, January 29th, 2022.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2022 13:47:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Semester 1 is almost at an end...]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1553574</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Semester 1 ends January 28th. Reminder students, this report card updates your transcript. Are you on pace for an Advanced Diploma?]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jan 2022 12:39:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PROSE 1/2 day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ephschool.com/apps/news/article/1553562</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students will be dismissed early on Friday January 21st. Students whose schedule end at period 8, will be dismissed at 10:33AM. Students whose schedule end at period 9, will be dismissed at 11:21AM.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jan 2022 12:30:03 -0500</pubDate>
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