Park Avenue Post

Mark your Calendars for the following PTO meetings:

April 8, 2025 @ 6:30pm – Founder’s night

May PTO Meeting - Monday 5/12/25 at 7:00 in the cafeteria (revised date)

Founder’s Night Agenda - THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL PTO MEMBERS!

PTO Board Members/Hosts:

Lisa Horwitz and Desiree Morris

Welcome

Pledge of Allegiance

Open Meeting

Opening Remarks

Introduction of Invited Guests

Book Signing of Past Presidents

Founder’s Night Candle Lighting Ceremony

Mr. Dreves - Principal

Group Photos

Refreshments will be served

PLEASE CLICK HERE for our next spirit week in honor of AUTISM ACCEPTANCE...

We have many students in our school community with autism.

During this week our teachers will be educating our students about autism.

A special thanks goes out to Ms. Miandoabi for her leadership on creating this spirit week in support of our neurodivergent students.

SINCE WE SURPASSED OUR 10,000 BOOK CHALLENGE, WE WILL BE HAVING A BIG CELEBRATION OF READING!!!

PLEASE TELL YOUR CHILDREN NOT TO STOP READING. THE VACATION IS A GREAT TIME TO CONTINUE TO READ SINCE THE CLASS WITH THE MOST BOOKS READ WILL GET A PIZZA PARTY AND CLASS MOVIE SO THE COMPETITION IS STILL ON!!!

In the morning on APRIL 25, we will be inviting a number of Port Chester dignitaries to read to our students. In the afternoon, we're planning to bring the entire school over to the PCHS track and stands to enjoy a celebratory READING RACE on the field. AP Elsy and I, along with some teachers, will be running a relay race in Inflatable Costumes for a fun way to celebrate the students' efforts.

This event, while sure to be fun, is not open to families due to security reasons, but we'll be sure to share out photos and videos of the fun.

Also, the highest 3 readers in the school, will be invited down onto the field to PIE ME IN THE FACE and they may be invited to run the race with us...

On Tuesday 4/22/25, Park Avenue will be bringing in professional photographers to take spring photos of your children IF YOU CHOOSE. This opportunity is open to anyone who chooses to sign up, but will only be provided to students whose families have opted into the program and purchased a photo package.

Orders can be placed online at ClassActphoto.com with code PARKAVE24S

If you'd like to purchase a Park Avenue Elementary yearbook for your child, please order online at

Ticketstripe.com/yearbook2025

Fun Day T-Shirts - Order online only by 5/2/25 at nacstores.com/collections/funday

June 6th is this year's Fun Day! To help support the PTO in funding this epic end-of-the-year event, we are selling Fun Day T-shirts and bags.

T-shirts are $20.00 each

Bags are $8.00 each

Buy both and SAVE! $24.00 for both

ALL Orders Due by May 2nd!

To place your order go to: https://nacstores.com/collections/funday

Hey Park Avenue School families! Get ready to spring into action—our PTO fundraiser is coming soon! As you kick off your spring cleaning, why not dig out those gently worn shoes you no longer need? Donate them and help us boost school funds while also supporting entrepreneurship in needy countries. It’s a win-win for our community and beyond! Let’s step up and make a difference together!

CLICK HERE FOR THE FLYER

Our spring concert has been scheduled for Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Port Chester Middle School. The third-grade concert will begin at 5:30 p.m., and the fourth and fifth-grade concerts will begin at 7:00 p.m. It is expected that all third, fourth, and fifth-grade students attend the concert.

Please note: Parents must attend the concert with their children. Children are not allowed to be dropped off and picked up afterward.

Third Grade will arrive at 5:00 pm for a 5:30 concert. Third grade families, unless they have siblings in fourth or fifth grade will leave after the third grade concert. Third grade students must bring their recorders to the concert and return them to school the next day

Fourth and Fifth Graders will arrive at 6:30 p.m. for a 7 p.m. concert. Upon their arrival, students will report to the cafeteria.

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE SPRING CONCERT LETTER

Morning Drop Off Guidelines:

• Drop off lane is the lane closest to the curb. Please pull up as far as possible and my staff will help students get out of the car. Please stay in your car.

• If you need to do a quick drop off in the morning before 8am, please pull forward towards College Avenue and pull over to the curb before letting your child out.

• Please do not stop or drop off from the through lane of traffic.

Guías para dejar a los estudiantes por la mañana:

• El carril para dejar a los estudiantes es el carril más cercano a la acera. Por favor, avance lo más posible y mi personal ayudará a los estudiantes a salir del coche. Por favor, permanezca en su coche.

• Si necesita dejar a su hijo rápidamente, por favor, avance hacia College Avenue y deténgase junto a la acera antes de dejar salir a su hijo.

• Por favor, no se detenga ni deje a su hijo en el carril de circulación.

Afternoon Pickup Guidelines:

• Please do not double and triple park in front of the school.

• If you need to park and leave your car, you MUST be in the lane closest to the curb. Parking is allowed in this lane only.

• You may stop and wait in the second lane but you must stay in your car so that you can move your car if necessary.

• Please NEVER leave your car running and unattended.

Guías para la recogida de estudiantes por la tarde:

• Por favor, no estacione en doble o triple fila frente a la escuela.

• Si necesita estacionarse y dejar su auto, DEBE estar en el carril más cercano a la acera. Solo se permite estacionar en este carril.

• Puede detenerse y esperar en el segundo carril, pero debe permanecer en su auto para poder moverlo si es necesario.

• Por favor, NUNCA deje su auto encendido y sin supervisión.

Soon, we will be administering the NYS ELA / MATH / SCIENCE / NYSESLAT EXAMS. The dates are copied below.

• Mon/Tues, April 7&8 - NYS ELA EXAM FOR GRADES 4&5
• Wed/Thurs, April 9&10 - NYS ELA EXAM FOR GRADE 3

• Tues/Wed, April 29&30 - NYS MATH EXAM FOR GRADES 4&5
• Thurs/Fri, May 1&2 - NYS MATH EXAM FOR GRADE 3
• Thursday, May 8 - NYS SCIENCE EXAM FOR GRADE 5 ONLY
• NYSESLAT SPEAKING - April 14-May 23
• NYSESLAT LRW - May 12-May 23

State exams can feel stressful, but with the right support, your child can feel confident and ready! Here’s how you can help:

✅ Ensure a Good Night’s Sleep – Aim for at least 8-10 hours of rest the night before the test.
✅ Provide a Healthy Breakfast – A nutritious meal with protein and whole grains helps with focus.
✅ Arrive on Time – Being early reduces anxiety and ensures a smooth start.
✅ Encourage a Positive Mindset – Remind your child to do their best and stay calm.
✅ Avoid Pressure – Offer reassurance and celebrate their effort, not just the results.

Your support makes a big difference—thank you for being a partner in your child’s success! 🎉

There are a lot of great things coming up! Please mark your calendars:

Here are some upcoming highlights:

• Monday, April 7-Friday, April 11 - Autism Acceptance Spirit Week
• Mon/Tues, April 7&8 - NYS ELA EXAM FOR GRADES 4&5
• Wed/Thurs, April 9&10 - NYS ELA EXAM FOR GRADE 3
• Tuesday, April 8 - PTO Founder's Night
• Monday-Friday, April 14-18 - SPRING RECESS - NO SCHOOL
• Friday, April 25 - Spring Into Reading Celebration
• Tues/Wed, April 29&30 - NYS MATH EXAM FOR GRADES 4&5
• Thurs/Fri, May 1&2 - NYS MATH EXAM FOR GRADE 3

The Port Chester School District's mission is to develop responsible and self-sufficient citizens who value cultural diversity, are creative and adaptable, and have the skills to think critically, communicate effectively, and continue growing individually.

The district's vision is "SUCCESS FOR EVERY STUDENT".

• Email: cdreves@portchesterschools.org
• Website: https://www.portchesterschools.org/pas/home
• Location: Park Avenue, Port Chester, NY 10573
• Phone: 914-934-7895
• Twitter: @craigdreves