In this Newsletter
A Note from Ms. Rached
Friday’s Storm
Hispanic Heritage Assembly
Lost and Found
Upcoming Events
PTA General Meeting - October 4 (rescheduled from 9/28 🌧️)
Kindergarten Parent Social - October 11
Picture Day - October 11
Boo Bash - October 21
Brooklyn PTA 5k Fun Run - October 28
5th Grade Update
Class Dues
Middle School Preparation
A Note from Ms. Rached
I know that many in our our community were impacted by the storm last Friday, and my thoughts are with you. Thank you to everyone who helped out in the cafeteria - our custodial team, school staff, kitchen staff, and even some parents all pitched in to keep our school safe for our students. And thank you to Susan and Veronica, our fearless crossing guards, for helping everyone to get to school safely through the rivers of rain.
I know that cancelling after school affected people’s work schedules and family logistics, and it was not a decision we took lightly. We are so grateful to our families for picking up children early.
Calpulli Dance Company
A bright spot in our day on Friday was the wonderful Mexican dance assembly by Calpulli Dance Company to celebrate Hispanic Heritage. The assembly was organized by our Equity Committee, and funded through donations to the PTA. Please check out the Equity Committee page if you’re interested in learning about and being involved in Equity at PS 154.
On a sunnier note, it was so great to see everyone at the the carnival once the skies had cleared! Thank you to everyone who volunteered and helped to make it such a great event!
Label your layers!
As we head into fall, our Lost and Found is growing exponentially. Today, Ms. Russo, Tanica, and I were “Sharpie Sargeants” at drop-off because the best way to keep your kids clothing out of the Lost and Found is to label it. Did you know that you can label your children’s clothing and earn money for the PTA by ordering from Mabel’s Labels (search PS 154 Brooklyn on the fundraising page)?
Upcoming Events
PTA General Meeting - October 4
Join us on Zoom this Wednesday, 10/4 at 6:30pm for our first General Meeting of the school year!
We will meet the Board, discuss open positions, vote on our Annual Budget, and most importantly discuss how we can continue to make PS 154 an amazing school. We look forward to your presence and voice!
Kindergarten Parent Social - October 11
Come meet your fellow kindergarten parents for a kid-free evening! We are meeting in the backyard of Krupa Grocery on Wednesday, October 11th, 6:30 - 9pm. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Picture Day - October 11
Get ready to dress your little ones up, untangle their hair, and get ready for Picture Day. This year photos will be taken inside the school building so there’s no need to be concerned if there’s foul or cold weather. In the event that your child misses picture day or forgets to smile, a make-up day will be held on November 14th. We also need a few volunteers to help with managing the students during the photo sessions so please consider volunteering. You can find all the details about picture day here. Click here to volunteer.
BOO BASH 2023 – It’s Scary Close!
Get ready for the Boo Bash! PS154’s twisted annual Halloween tradition is back and summoning all the monsters, mayhem, and madness you’ve come to crave. Join us in the schoolyard and cafeteria on Saturday, October 21, from 2–6 pm to join in the sheer terror…mild fright…fun!
This outdoor event will include monstrous favorites like games, crafts, yummy treats, cotton candy, family photo sessions, a dance party, and more! Get your Halloween costumes or BOO BASH 2023 T-shirt (see below!) ready for a fun-filled event to remember!
Boo Bash Pre-Sale Tickets
With all the ghouls, monsters, pirates, and other ne'er-do-wells running around the schoolyard, we can’t have people carrying cash. At the Boo Bash, tickets act as cash – you’ll need them to purchase food and drinks ($2–$6 per item), glow and light-up items ($2–$6 per item), cotton candy ($4), crafts and games ($2–$3).
We recommend that kids get the all-access wristband: (includes entry to Boo Bash, dance party, all games and crafts, and a baked good) - $25
Adults should purchase an entry ticket (required for all people ages 3+ and includes entry to Boo Bash and the dance party) - $7
You’ll also need tickets to pay for food and drinks - $2
We know you love the Boo Bash. We know that you bring the whole family to support PS154. So we’ve heeded your calls for some sinisterly Willy Wonka-flavored packages:
The GOLDEN FAMILY TICKET: All Access wristbands for two (2) children, entry for two (2) adults, and your invaluable support for our school programming. - $100
The PLATINUM FAMILY TICKET: All Access wristbands for two (2) children, entry for two (2) adults, two (2) Boo Bash t-shirts, a family photo session, and your invaluable support for our school programming. - $200
NEW THIS YEAR:
Boo Bash T-shirts are now Glow in the dark! – Shirts are $25 each, but be sure to purchase your shirt early to get the sizes you want; our hobgoblin tailors are only giving us a limited-edition drop. Shirts will be distributed to children in class or you may pick up your shirt on Friday the 13th at PS154.
Boo Bash is Saturday, October 21. So, join us. It’ll be a scream!
Brooklyn PTA 5k Fun Run - October 28
Join Team 154 for the 5K Fun Run for School in Prospect Park on October 28!
The Fun Run(and walk/scoot/stroll/ride) is an annual tradition - the proceeds benefit Title 1 schools in Brooklyn. If you’d like to join our team, please click here. For more info about the race, click here.
5th Grade Update
Class Dues
Calling all 5th-grade parents! 📣 Our class dues are like the secret sauce that makes the 5th-grade experience extra special, sprinkling fun and memories everywhere. The submission deadline is approaching faster than a pizza disappearing at a sleepover! Help us create a yearbook-worthy year. Please send in your child's class dues ASAP! Together, let's make this final year at PS154 unforgettable! https://www.ps154.org/shop?category=5th+grade
Middle School Preparation
Join us in preparing your child for Middle School:
Attend the Middle School Prep Family Meeting (via Zoom) - Thursday, October 12 at 5:30PM: Stay tuned for further details!
View PS154 - 5th Grade Website: https://www.ps154.org/fifth-grade-2024 (Middle Schools applications open on October 11th)
View PS154 - Middle School Website: https://www.ps154.org/middle-school
MySchools Creation Codes: Will be available once generated by DOE sometime in October. We'll make sure to let you know when it's available.
