PS/IS 217 PTA Mission:
- To provide support and resources to the school for the benefit and educational growth of the children of PS/IS 217.
- To develop a cooperative working relationship between the parents and staff of our school.
- To develop parent leadership and build capacity for greater involvement and participation in the school.
- To provide opportunities for parents to participate in school governance and decision-making.
- To promote a positive relationship between the school and the surrounding community.
All parents of PS/IS 217 students are automatically members of our PTA, and can vote at PTA
General Membership meetings.
General Membership meetings.
What does the PTA do?
Each year the school's budget falls short of what the PS/IS 217 administration would like to offer our students. This is the primary area where the PTA assists
Click Here To Find Out More about the Enrichment Programs planned in 2017-18
Each year the school's budget falls short of what the PS/IS 217 administration would like to offer our students. This is the primary area where the PTA assists
- The PTA contributes by assuming responsibility for 100% of the costs of enrichment programs that are offered to students in every grade throughout the year. Without the PTA fundraising efforts these enrichments would not be offered.
- The PTA also assists the school by covering additional expenses of teachers and classrooms throughout the year to ensure that all classrooms are fully equipped and students are having their needs met.
Click Here To Find Out More about the Enrichment Programs planned in 2017-18
WE RELY ON ALL PARENTS TO SUPPORT THE PTA!
Some of the ways we raise funds for the school include:
- General fund contributions - we hope that every family will contribute to the Invest in Your Child's Success Campaign. The current recommended contribution for is $600 per child.
- Applying for small grants.
- Manging the Roosevelt Island Saturday Farmers Market.
- Affilliate programs like Amazon Associates and A+ Rewards
- Coordinating several fundraising events and activities throughout the year.
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Fundraising Events and Activities include:
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PTA Meeting Dates for 2017-18 School Year:
*subject to change
*subject to change
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