Today, our blended learners in Middle Grade are returning to the school building. We are so excited for you to see your peers and teachers once again! Please remember to complete your health questionnaire before entering the building. You can either print it out or show it to a staff member on your mobile device. Thank you!
Run, serve, lead! We could use your thoughtful representation in District 1! Apply now -- application deadline is Feb. 28th! Please let us know if you have any questions.
We're excited to announce the launch of our online PTA school store with the limited edition Learn From Home (LFH) line: a capsule collection of cozy and fun NEST+m spirit wear for students so they can keep their school spirit strong while working hard from home. Pick up some cozy pieces -- perfect for the holidays!
Today is #GivingTuesday and all around the world, people are supporting their favorite charities and causes. Do you believe in the power of an amazing education? Show your support by donating today to the PTA's General Fund - something extra or for the first time!
Please welcome the newly elected PTA Executive Committee. A special thanks to the Nominating Committee and our Parent Coordinator, Lisa Seale Cruz, for organizing the elections. Looking forward to a great year!
2020-2021 PTA Executive Committee
CO-PRESIDENTS - Donna Kwong (LG), Francine Turone (MG) and Ronni Siegel (UG)
CO-VICE PRESIDENTS, Lower Grades - Uma Rajagopal and Sarika Gregoire
CO-VICE PRESIDENTS, Middle Grades - Annika Colston and Patrick Train-Gutierrez
CO-VICE PRESIDENTS, Upper Grades - Vetia Searcy and Elena Dokianos
TREASURER - Eileen Yim
ASSISTANT TREASURER - Neal Weiner
CO-RECORDING SECRETARY - Cindy Liang and Erica DeSimone
CO-VP OF FUNDRAISING - Judy Lee (LG), Lisa Usdan (MG) and Raffaella Palacardo (UG)
CO-VP OF COMMUNICATIONS - Myo Quinn and Amy Schuman
CO-VP OF VOLUNTEERS, CLASS PARENTS & COMMITTEES - Michelle Ko and Annie Davidson
CO-VP OF GRANTS - Karena Rahall and Pritha Mittal
CO-VP OF ATHLETICS - Lynn Schteingart and Robin Schatell
CO-SECRETARIES OF DATE MANAGEMENT & REPORTING - Allan Title and Emaan Moosani
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Joining current Parent Representative, Yulia Gutkovich are the following newly elected SLT Parent Representatives:
Joseph Ng
Niyati Parekh
Amy Prince
Neel Shah
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THANK YOU to everyone who stepped up to run for a position on the PTA EC or the SLT. We are always in need of volunteers. Even if you did not get elected, please reach out to the PTA and see how you can help. You do not need to be a PTA EC member to be on a committee. Let's soar together!
Stay safe and healthy. And have a wonderful summer!
What is PTA Connect?
PTA Connect is the system database of the NEST+m PTA. Joining PTA Connect allows you to receive important school communications, access the Member Directory, make donations, and see your purchase/donation history. NEST+m PTA uses PTA Connect to sell tickets to school events and collect contributions to the Classroom Supplies and Teacher Appreciation events.
If you have forgotten your PTA Connect password, please visit the Password Reset webpage.
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Every parent or guardian of a NEST+m student as well as every teacher at NEST+m is automatically a member of the NEST+m PTA. We are one PTA for the entire school (K–12). Our goal is to create and maintain a welcoming and supportive community for all NEST+m families and faculty and to support the administration and faculty in their efforts to provide outstanding curricular and enrichment programs to all NEST+m students.
The school day is 8:20am - 2:40pm.
Each and every one of us can make a difference. Our collective participation enables the dynamic NEST+m community to continue to thrive. Every dollar we donate goes toward enriching our children’s education, and every hour we volunteer our time or services at an event, in the PTA office, or behind the scenes, ensures that our kids experience the excellent programs, resources, and enrichment for which NEST+m is recognized. Donations to the General Fund campaign continue to be the best way to directly benefit students at NEST+m.
Thank you for your support,
The NEST+m PTA
executivecommittee@nestmpta.org
212-677-5190 Ext. 6
It’s never been easier to support our school! NEST+m PTA participates in affiliate programs with the following partners. Just visit the NEST+m PTA website and click on the links below, then shop as you normally would! A portion of the proceeds will automatically be donated to the NEST+m PTA!
Whole Child is a parent-led group that meets monthly to address social, emotional and academic concerns of all students. Whole Child collaborates with the school administration to ensure that teachers meet the social, emotional and academic needs of all students.
In addition, the Whole Child Committee sponsors speakers and workshops that help parents positively address their children's concerns. Whole Child meets on the last Monday of the month in the Cafeteria at 8:30 a.m.
If you have any questions, please email wholechild@nestmpta.org.
For ongoing updates, please become a member of whole-child-committee@googlegroups.com.
Want more information about the parent-funded Teaching Assistants at NEST+m? Email vplower@nestmpta.org
NEST+m PTA is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. The EIN is 41-2225124.
You can find our IRS Tax Exemption Letter here.
