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PS20 + PTA Weekly Overview | Sun Apr 19
Sun, Apr 19 10:35am

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Dear PS20 Community,

From Community Support & Service - Thank you so much to everyone who donated to the PS20 Community Closet Donation Drive! Because of you, our closet is fully stocked with shorts, tees, swimwear, beautiful sundresses, and graduation-worthy button downs and blazers in every size! Come “shop for free” every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday morning, 8:30 to 9:30am, in Room 126. If you have any questions, or would like to volunteer with us, email supportservice@ps20.org.  

THIS WEEK

  • Mon April 20: Grades 3 + 5 ELA Exam (second day out of 2)
  • Tue April 21 + Wed April 22: Grade 4 ELA Exams
  • Wed April 22: Earth Day & Climate Action Day
  • Thu April 23: IMF Committee hosts Global Indigenous Peoples & Earth Day Celebration
  • Thu April 23: Monthly School & Families Meeting
  • Fri April 24: School Spirit Day -- Wear PS20 Gear!
  • Sat April 25: Green Arts Committee hosts Spring Planting Day (rain date: Sun April 26)

NEXT WEEK


ICYMI

This year, we’re offering “Shout-Outs” in the PS20 Talent Show Playbill for parents to honor their students, recognize their achievements, or share a special message of encouragement. Parents: Pay via cash 💰 or with volunteer hours 🕒 . Local Businesses welcome to buy an ad, too!  ➡️ www.ps20.org/talentshow
Deadline for inclusion: Sunday, May 3

Seeking candidates for the PTA Executive Board for the 2026-2027 school year! Nominate yourself or someone you think would be awesome by Friday, May 1, co/shared positions are welcome! Info & nomination form ➡️  www.ps20.org/pta-elections 

FUNDRAISING GAME TIX ON SALE

Get your tickets to cheer on reigning champs Gotham GC on May 3, 2026. Portion of ticket sales goes back to PS20 ➡️ www.gofevo.com/event/PS20Clinton53

Celebrate Ellie's Birthday as the New York Liberty take on the Washington Mystics on June 14, 2026. Portion of ticket sales goes back to PS20 ➡️ nylibertygroups.com/ps20

COMMITTEE UPDATES & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

  • The International & Multicultural Families Committee invites parent volunteers to co-lead our upcoming monthly multicultural celebrations and help keep our IB cultural values—diversity, inclusion, and global understanding—strong and visible, especially in today’s challenging political climate. Ideally, we’re aiming for 3–4 volunteers per event so these celebrations can move forward. ➡️ Email analourdes@ps20.org or complete our form

    🎉🧧🎺 Monthly Cultural Celebrations
Proposed Dates:
    * APR 23: Indigenous Peoples (Global) & Earth Day
    * MAY 28: Cinco de Mayo & Latino Celebrations

    🙋🏾🙋🏻‍♀️🙋‍♂️ How to Help
    * Co-lead a celebration connected to your family’s culture or interests
    * Help with Ideas, food, activities, storytelling, music, or crafts
    * Support planning and day-of coordination 

  • Fundraising Committee is gearing up for PS20 PTA’s Spring Gala -- our biggest fundraiser of the year -- seeking amazing items for the live and silent auction at The Love Ball!

    * Donate Items: We welcome all donations such as apparel, jewelry, artwork, lessons, dining & entertainment experiences, special services, and vacation home stays!

    * Find Sponsors: Do you have connections to local businesses, restaurants, or organizations that might sponsor the event or donate something special? Help us reach out! Sponsorships can be monetary or in-kind donations (e.g., catering, auction items, event services). 

    ➡️ Email fund@ps20.org and head to www.ps20.org/gala to submit an item and get more info 💕💕

PS20 Piggy Bank is now up to approx. $102,000 - thank you!