CONGRATULATIONS
to our Band Director
Penelope Smetters-Jacono
GRAND PRIZE WINNER
2021 Flag Award
for Teaching Excellence in the Bronx.
The FLAG Award for Teaching Excellence
recognizes and celebrates extraordinary public school teachers who inspire learning through creativity, passion, and commitment.
Welcome
Dear Parents and Guardians. It is my hope that we will work together to continue to provide the students of Celia Cruz the best possible opportunities in preparing them to be outstanding musicians and academic students. We will continue to prepare all students for success in college and their careers. As Principal, my door is always open and I welcome your input. Please feel free to stop in or call to make an appointment to discuss any concerns, suggestions, or ideas to help make this the best year yet! !
School Leadership Team
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a collaborative team comprised of teachers, parents, students and administrators who develop strategic educational plans for their school. Part of our mission includes ensuring adequate access to resources necessary for implementing team goals.
Please email JMabry@schools.nyc.gov
for information on joining.
SLT Meetings
Thursdays 6pm - 7pm
Thank you for a successful
2020-2021 SLT year
Dates for 2021-2022
will be posted when available
Summer Music Program
Gain proficiency on your instrument as well as ensemble experience.
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON
Purchase Yearbook
Purchase your annual school yearbook here! The Celia Cruz Yearbook contains pictures of all students and is for everybody
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!
Web Store
The Web Store is for ALL of your Celia Cruz needs! Whether you need to pay for a field trip, make a donation, purchase your ASB sticker, or pay PTA Membership Dues, it's all right here!
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON
Gift Shop
The gift shop is where you can buy Celia Cruz memorabilia. T-Shirts, hoodies, water bottles, and backpacks custom designed for you and shipped directly to you!
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON
Violin
The violin has four strings tuned in perfect fifths.
Guitar
The guitar is classified as a string instrument.
Cello
The cello is used as a solo musical instrument.
Saxophone
The saxophone is a woodwind instrument.
Double Bass
The lowest-pitched bowed string instrument.
Piano
It is a musical instrument played using a keyboard.