Save the Date for Gala – and Volunteer!

The PPAS Gala will be held on
Monday, May 15, 2023
But Don’t Delay . . .

Join The Gala Committee Today!

TEAMWORK Makes the DREAM Work

* Auction Team 8-10 people*

Includes:

  • Requesting donations from previous donors
  • Soliciting new items for auction
  • Some data entry (Google/GiveSmart)

* Design/Decor/Costume 3-6 people*

Includes:

  • Soliciting Donations for decor items
  • Creating pieces for fundraising and decorations
  • Corresponding with Committee Chairs regarding any potential purchases

* Administrative 1-2 people*

Includes:

  • Updating GiveSmart event platform 
  • Connecting with Teams for progress reports
  • Corresponding with PTA president for any purchase requests
  • Creating volunteer schedules

* Graphics and Communications 1-2 people*

Includes:

  • Designing Final Digital invitations/banners etc.
  • Assisting decor team with graphics needs
  • Communicating to the General PTA population
  • Creating a “touch point plan” for GALA-specific communication

* And…ACTION  8-12 people*

ALL THINGS DAY OF ~ Includes but is not limited to:

  • Assisting decor team with drop off and set up
  • Volunteering for 1 hour of “service” during the event
  • Available to help with any last-minute details or emergencies
  • Assist in breaking down after the event
  • Times will vary depending on availability

Middle School Delegate Needed

Middle School Co-Delegate Election will be held during next month’s PTA Meeting.

We are seeking self-nominations from parents who would like to be a middle school co-delegate.

If interested, please send your name to president@ ppaspta.org. While anyone is welcome, ideally it would be wonderful to have a parent of a 6th or 7th grade student.

If you missed last week’s PTA meeting, here’s a link to the slide deck of what was discussed.

University Scholarships

FOR SENIORS: ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER INSTITUTE UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS!

For it’s 7th year, the American Theatre Wing is offering scholarships to high school seniors who are historically underrepresented in the theatre industry. Students can apply to study ANY aspect of theatre from stage management to arts administration, performance, design, etc. .

In addition to the $40,000 scholarship, recipients are given exclusive opportunities such as mentorships with. key industry players, participation in free master classes, panels for career advancement, and much more!

DEADLINE: DECEMBER 16th

LEARN MORE and APPLY

Playwriting Fellowship Opportunity

LUCILLE LORTEL’S NYC PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL PLAYWRITING FELLOWSHIP

An exciting NYC ten-minute play festival partnership focused on sparking and showcasing youth creative voices. The contest culminates with an evening of staged readings with professional actors of these original student one-act plays.

Fellows will have:

  • access to NYC professional playwright mentors
  • their plays published in a Lortel Play anthology
  • access to tickets to a Broadway show, and a certificate of recognition. 

DEADLINE: January 2023

Get more info and register

Reminder: College Info Session

The final session of our fall virtual college night series is tonight, Tuesday, November 15th, at 6:30 pm. All PPAS families, regardless of grade level, are invited to attend. 

Tuesday, November 15, 6:30 pm

Tonight’s topic is Navigating Support Programs for:

  • First Generation students 
  • Low Income Students
  • Students with academic challenges, including those with IEPs

Check your email for Zoom info.

Open House for Prospective Students

Tell your friends! Here’s the info:

Come see what the PPAS High School Program has to offer!

Join us on November 1, 2022 at 6:00 PM in person to see live performances by all four majors  – Vocal, Dance, Musical Theater, and Drama

In addition, school leadership will present information about auditions, admissions, school culture, academics and more.