Academy for Independent Learning & Leadership

News & Announcements

MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026- NYC SCHOOLS PIVOT TO REMOTE LEARNING

Due to inclement weather, NYC Schools buildings are closed and students will be in session remotely. Scholars will follow their regular schedule today by logging into their Google Classrooms. Teachers will meet with their classes virtually.

129 day win graffiti letters on brick wall

M.S. 129 DAY - THURSDAY, JANUARY 29, 2026

Celebrate M.S. 129 Day (1/29)! Dress up as ROYALTY! LEAP will be hosting a special event afterschool. See flyer for details.

winter spirit week flyer 2026 with daily themes listed

WINTER SPIRIT WEEK - MONDAY, JANUARY 26 TO FRIDAY, JANUARY 30

Winter Spirit Week kicks off on Monday, January 26, 2026! Students should show their school spirit by participating in each theme for Sprit Week. **Students who do not participate in any day of Spirt Week must wear their school uniform on that day.

PICTURE ABSENTEE/RETAKE DAY - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2026

Students who were absent on Picture Day last month will be picked up to be photographed for the yearbook. Students who want to retake their pictures must return their picture package and will have their pictures taken at no additional charge.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22nd & FRIDAY, JANUARY 23rd - iREADY DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENTS

Students will be taking the iReady Diagnostic in ELA on Thursday, January 22, 2026 and the iReady Diagnostic in Math on Friday, January 23, 2026. This assessment will show the progress each student has made in ELA and math and let the teachers know how to best support your children. Please be sure your child comes to school on time!

Martin Luther King Jr. Day photo

MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2026 - SCHOOL IS CLOSED

All schools will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday.

graffiti letters that read happy holidays, see you in 2026

SCHOOL IS CLOSED FOR WINTER RECESS

School will be closed beginning Wednesday, December 24, 2025 and reopens on Monday, January 5, 2026. Wishing the M.S. 129 families and community a happy and healthy holiday season!

virtual parent teacher conferences

IT'S TIME TO SCHEDULE PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES!

Parent-Teacher Conferences for middle schools takes place on Thursday, November 13, 2025. Students will be dismissed at 11:30 AM. Afternoon Conferences take place from 12:20 PM - 2:20 PM. Evening Conferences take place from 4:00-7:00 PM. Please log in or create an account using PTC Wizard to schedule conferences with ease!

PINK OUT DAY - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, let's show our support for the cause by wearing PINK on Friday, October 24, 2025. Breast Cancer Awareness bracelets will be distributed (while they last). THINK PINK!

red ribbon week daily spirit themes

RED RIBBON WEEK - OCTOBER 27- OCTOBER 31, 2025

Red Ribbon Week takes place from Monday, October 27, 2025 to Friday, October 31, 2025. Show school spirit and pledge to be drug free by participating in our Red Ribbon Week events! See flyer for details.

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