Thanksgiving Recess
Nov
27
to Nov 28

Thanksgiving Recess

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving!
We wish all our students and families a joyful and restful Thanksgiving Recess. School will be closed on Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th, and will reopen on Monday, December 1st. 🦃

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Kindergarten Open House
Dec
17

Kindergarten Open House

Calling All Future Kindergarten Families!
Join us at PS 185 Walter Kassenbrock School for our Kindergarten Open House on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
Come see what makes our school a special place to learn and grow!

  • Classroom Tour: 9:00–9:15 AM

  • Presentation: 9:15–10:15 AM
    Meet our principal, hear from our amazing teachers, explore a classroom, and discover the programs that make PS 185 shine. Bring your questions—we’re excited to meet you!

All visitors must show photo ID to enter the building.

Save the Date: School Tour on January 7, 2026 @ 6–7 PM

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Winter Recess
Dec
24
to Jan 2

Winter Recess

❄️ Enjoy Winter Break!
School will be closed from December 24th through January 2nd, and will reopen on Monday, January 5th. Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa, and Happy New Year to all who celebrate!

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Mid Winter Recess
Feb
16
to Feb 20

Mid Winter Recess

🌟 Enjoy Mid-Winter Recess!
School will be closed from February 16th through February 20th. We look forward to welcoming everyone back when school reopens on Monday, February 23rd! ⛄

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Spring Break
Apr
2
to Apr 10

Spring Break

🌷 Spring Break !
School will be closed from Thursday, April 2nd through Friday, April 10th, and will reopen on Monday, April 13th. Happy Easter and Passover to everyone who celebrates! 🐣✡️

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Halloween
Oct
31

Halloween

Please join us for our Annual Halloween Celebration!

Students are encouraged to wear costumes to school today.

Accessories are allowed as long as they are school appropriate (e.g., hats, gloves). No weapons or weapon-like props of any kind.

NO MASKS - NO FACE PAINT -

NO HEELS FOR THE GIRLS

Parents are invited to classroom celebrations from 12:30 - 1:15

Students will not be signed out early, as this is a FULL instructional day

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Picture Day
Oct
15

Picture Day

Get ready to capture those bright smiles and stylish looks! Please make sure your child comes dressed in their favorite outfit and is ready to shine for the camera.

📝 Important Info:
Picture Day details and order forms will be sent home ahead of time—keep an eye out in your child’s folder!

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First Day of School
Sep
4

First Day of School

The First Day of School is Thursday, September 4, 2025. Doors will open at 8:00 AM.

Be sure to check out the school supply lists to prepare for the year ahead. For the first day, please remember to bring in: a folder, a notebook, pencils and any important information to let your child’s teacher know.

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Teacher Appreciation Week
May
4
to May 10

Teacher Appreciation Week

🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week 🌟

From May 4th to May 10th, let's celebrate the incredible educators who inspire, guide, and support our children every day. 🎉📚

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