Dear Parent and Caregiver Community, 

In times of uncertainty and change, one thing remains constant: the strength of our community lies in how we care for one another.

At PS 107, we are proud to be a reflection of our city. While we may not mirror the full diversity of the five boroughs—where more than 180 languages are spoken in NYC schools and families come from all walks of life—we are united by the richness of our individual stories. Each of us brings a unique lived experience— sometimes shaped by hope, fear, resilience, and presumably the shared belief in building a better future. Our diverse experiences deepen our connections and enrich every hallway, classroom, event, and social interaction within and outside of our school.

But we know that recently not everyone in our community feels equally safe or supported right now. Over the past few months, many of our families —especially our immigrant families, our underrepresented minority families, our families with neurodivergent kids and adults, our families with trans or nonbinary kids and adults, and our LGBTQ+ community broadly—have shared feelings of fear, sadness, anger, and confusion. These experiences aren’t just wrapped in political moments; they are deeply personal ones, affecting the daily lives of those around us.

Our school’s core values are curiosity, community and compassion. We want to say this clearly to the most vulnerable members of our community: We see you. We stand with you. And we are here for you.

Our PTA executive board is unwavering in its commitment to every single family in our school. We are working to help ensure PS 107 remains a space where everyone—regardless of background, identity, or belief—can feel welcomed, respected, and safe.

But we need your help.

Now more than ever, we ask each of you to lean into our community. Say hello at drop-off or pick-up. Ask how someone’s really doing. Reach out to that parent or caregiver you haven’t met yet. Check in with the quiet student or the one who’s always smiling. Talk to your child about inclusion. A small act of connection can go a long way. It’s how we build trust. It’s how we continue to build community. It’s how we show up for one another.

This isn’t about politics. It’s about people— our people. It’s about caring for our neighbors, standing with our most vulnerable, and creating a school community where our students are at the center of everything we do and where everyone not just knows they belong, but feels like they belong here.

Thank you for being part of this community—and for helping make it stronger, kinder, and more connected.

With gratitude,
Your PTA Executive Board