All New York City families with a student enrolled in a DOE school or program are eligible for a discount of up to $50/month for broadband service, equipment, and device rentals as well as a one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer (with a co-payment of $10 – $50), where available. Families can confirm their eligibility, apply for the program, and find participating broadband providers via the USAC website. There are also many other free and low-cost internet options for New York City families.
Fall Festival

On October 29, the Senior Council presents a Fall Festival! Snacks, games, and more. Game bracelets are $5, and each ticket is $1. Mark your calendars!
Marvelous Mocktails

Thank you to Julie Wheeler and Pamela Noalsco for planning and flawlessly executing Mocktails in the Courtyard! Not only did over 60 people raise a (non-alcoholic) glass, but they went home with tons of PPAS merchandise at rock bottom prices. Stay tuned to learn more about our next event…
Bake Sale

Wednesday, October 20, our Senior Council is sponsoring a bake sale right outside of the main office. Cupcakes, cookies, and cake will all be available, and everything will cost $1-$2. All proceeds will benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation for breast cancer research.
October 11
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Monday, October 11, has several holidays happening at once: Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Italian Heritage Day, and National Coming Out Day. Many community members at PPAS have roots in these cultures and traditions and it is an honor to celebrate them together. Here are some resources for more information:
PPAS Voice – October 2021

Go to our PPAS Voice page to view the latest edition and read back issues, too.
Welcome back!
Welcome back, PPAS families!
We hope your kiddos are getting settled into the rhythm of in-person learning again, and that you are all safe and well.
Please join us at these events:
- PTA Meeting – Wed, October 13, 6:30, on Zoom (check your email for details)
- Mocktails in the Courtyard (parents only) – Fri, October 15, 6:30, PPAS courtyard. View the invitation and RSVP.
Don’t forget to join our mailing list so you can stay up to date on all of our events!
Congratulations, New PTA Board!

PPAS PTA 2021-22 Executive Board:
Co-Presidents
Harley Abrevaya & Michael Grassotti
Vice President of Membership
Cassandra Callazo
Vice President of Fundraising
Pamela Nolasco
Treasurer
Zhang Yi (Sherry) Fan Grand
Corresponding Secretary
Ann Marie Menna Pascarella
Recording Secretary
Lisa Duke
Dance Co-Delegates
Dawn Bowen & Jasmine Battiste
Drama Co-Delegates
Julie Wheeler & Leslie Hendricks
Musical Theatre Co-Delegates
Shannon Burkett & Jacqueline Lucid-Cusick
Vocal Delegate
Hellen Steward
Middle School Co-Delegates
Jamie Campagnola
School Leadership Team (SLT) Members:
Cynthia Vacca
Heidi Saltalamacchia
Natasha Israel
Middle School Musical
Please RSVP to ‘Once Upon A Pandemic’ — the MS Musical. Rehearsals have been going really well and there is so much creativity coming out of this project. The students had a lot of fun with this show! It will be streamed for three nights on Vimeo.
Once Upon A Pandemic
Directed by Christina Franklin
Stage Managed by Maggie Manzano
Music Direction by Marissa Davis
Show Dates:
Thursday, June 17th @ 7pm
Friday, June 18th @ 7pm
Saturday, June 19th @ 7pm
RSVP HERE!
Nominate Yourself!
Positions are open on the PTA Executive Board! Be a part of your child’s future by nominating yourself.
Positions needed to be filled:
- PTA – Executive Board
- SLT – 2 seats
Elections will be held at the next
PTA Meeting – Tuesday, June 15th at 7 pm