Social & Emotional

BHSMS Pupil Personnel Service Team

The BHSMS Pupil Personnel Service team is committed to the academic and emotional well-being of all students. Our team consists of two guidance counselors, a social worker, and an attendance teacher.


 6-8th grade Guidance Counselor
Ms. Cisneros Email: ecisneros2@schools.nyc.gov
 
9-10th grade Guidance Counselor
Mr. Melendez  Email: amelendez@schools.nyc.gov
 
11-12th grade Guidance Counselor 
Ms. Jaime Email: mjaime7@schools.nyc.gov
 
School Social Worker
Ms. Candelario Email: ccandelario3@schools.nyc.gov
 
Attendance Teacher
Ms. Diaz Email: ediaz11@schools.nyc.gov
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BHSMS Student Government & the Medical Club (Colors for Coats) celebrate Autism Acceptance Month

Family Letter April 20,2021

 

April 20, 2021

Dear Families,

Last year, a police officer put his knee on George Floyd’s neck for nine minutes and twenty-nine seconds, but to me, it felt like an eternity.

I felt pain and rage, deep in my bones. It wasn’t a new feeling. I have felt that many times in my life, as a Black woman, sister, daughter, and mother to Black children—and as an educator who has served children of color in this city for more than 20 years.

That pain, rage, and fear has been present throughout the trial of the officer who killed George Floyd. I feel like I have been watching George Floyd die again and again, renewing the tragedy each time, as the jury and the nation have confronted what happened in the pursuit of justice for Mr. Floyd—and the family who is forced to go on without him.

And now, the first step toward justice has been served.

For me as a Black woman, for my brothers, for my mother and aunts who lost their brother to police violence, getting to justice is so important.

For our Black and brown children to know that they matter, the accountability this verdict represents is so important.

In a world that too often tells them otherwise, accountability in this moment tells the Black and brown children in our schools that their lives matter, and lifts up the importance of their futures.

This is what anchors the work we do in schools every day—why we are so focused on creating welcoming, loving environments for all our children. We want to make sure that each child doesn’t just hear, but feels that they are important. We want them to feel that their teachers and school community value their past and present experiences, as well as their dreams for the future.

For more than 20 years, I have experienced the sensitivity and wisdom of children—they know what’s going on, even those who may not be able to put it into words. They can feel the energy of the world around them. So we are making sure our schools are safe spaces for students to share their feelings. Every school is receiving resources to help facilitate open conversations and ensure our children have their questions heard.

We also have mental health support in place for our students, teachers and staff to help grapple with any feelings that emerge. Because while the individual who took George Floyd’s life will be held accountable, we recognize that systemic racism, and the violence it fuels, is still creating tragedy and inequality across our country every single day. We are all part of the work to undo this harm and reach true justice.

As you take care of yourselves and your loved ones the best you can, know that we are here in your corner, affirming the importance of our children’s future, each and every day. And that will never change.

In partnership,

Meisha Porter

New York City Schools Chancellor

 Family Letter April 20 2021.pdf 

 

 

Students in Temporary Housing

For the section Temporary Housing: 
 
The New York City Department of Education provides supports and services for students living in temporary housing. 
For more information, please contact Mr. Melendez, Guidance Counselor Email: amelendez@schools.nyc.gov
 
Respect for All
Mr. Melendez, Guidance Counselor