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Co-Presidents

Lauren Balaban, Enzo Perazic, Kristin Holmes
Email: pta.president@ps145m.org

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Co-Secretaries

LaMonique Bates & Esmerelda Perez

Email: pta.secretary@ps145m.org

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Co-VPs

Anna Azvolisnky, Margarita Niktalova
Email: pta.vp@ps145m.org

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VP Fundraising

Ksusha McCormick

Email: pta.vp.fundraising@ps145m.org

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Co-Treasurers

Olga Gashinsky & Svetlana Belneva
Email: pta.treasurer@ps145m.org

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School Staff Appreciation Committee

Supporting teachers in your child's school is essential to creating a strong, successful learning environment. When parents and caregivers actively engage with and show appreciation for educators, it fosters a sense of partnership and mutual respect that benefits students directly. Teachers who feel supported are more motivated, better equipped to meet classroom challenges, and more likely to stay committed to their school communities.

And of course, this appreciation is extended to our administrators, our services and support staff, and our hard-working building staff, including custodial and kitchen employees.

The PTA supports several initiatives throughout the year to show its appreciation to our wonderful staff. This is a NEW committee, and we are seeking volunteers to join and help find new ideas for how we can show them our gratitude.

Please fill out the Google Form if you wish to be involved.

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Online Auction Committee

P.S. 145's annual online auction is not only our largest fundraising event of the year—it's also a thrilling opportunity for adults to engage in some friendly competition and come out as winners! The funds raised are crucial, fueling an array of important initiatives like P.S. 145 Scholarship Programs, Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS), celebratory events such as 5th Grade and Pre-K Graduations, Mother/Father and Grandparents Day, movie nights, and festive school holiday potlucks.

This event requires a team effort and planning ahead so we are already gearing up in the fall to make this year's online auction the best one yet! Please email us at pta.vp.fundraising@ps145m.org to get involved. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference while having a blast!

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Picture Day Committee

Come out and help our kids photograph their best and say cheese!! Picture day will not happen by itself. We need volunteers to help coordinate the main picture day, but also the makeup one for when those shots don't come out exactly as you had hoped. Your assistance will ensure the day runs smoothly, from organizing students to managing schedules. Volunteering for this event is a great way to get involved and support our school community. 

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Book Fair Committee

Remember buying books at the Scholastic Book Fair when you were a kid? Guess what, Scholastic is still rockin' & rollin' with those mobile bookshelves, tons of books, and even more pencils and furry journals that are designed to spark the love of reading and writing in our kids. We need volunteers to help with the fair, which usually takes place at the beginning of March. Your support is crucial in setting up, assisting students with selections, and managing sales. This event promotes literacy and raises funds for our school. Join us to make this year's book fair a memorable success!

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Family Days Committee: Various Days

Raising kids is definitely a group effort and takes a village as Oprah so poignantly coined years ago. For that reason, we are intentional about celebrating the first teachers at home: the mamas, the papas and the grandfolks! We need volunteers three times a year to help serve breakfast and lunch during special events:
       10/23/25  Dad’s Day

       01/13/26  Grandparent's Day

       05/12/26  Mom’s Day.

These occasions are important for building our school community, and your assistance will ensure they run smoothly. You bring the apron and we will provide the rubber gloves and hairnets so our families can get their school day started with a healthy breakfast. 

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Movie Nights Committee: Two Nights

Last year we had a movie night and it blew the roof off the house! Parents get to mingle while kids are watching a movie in the auditorium. 

This is a great opportunity to connect with other families while supporting a fun event for our students. Your involvement helps create a safe and enjoyable experience, making movie nights a highlight for everyone!

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Concessions Committee: Various Evenings

At P.S. 145 there are several opportunities to have our kids shine on stage with two schoolwide concerts and two schoolwide performances throughout the year. 

      12/19/25  Holiday Harmonies

      03/12/26  Eastern European Dance

      05/07/26  Broadway Musical 

      06/11/26  Spring Dance Festival​

The nights can be long so our PTA comes to the rescue with the sale of snacks and beverages during intermission of these amazing shows. Your participation is crucial in supporting these activities and enhancing the overall experience for students and families. Volunteers are given the opportunity to watch the shows in the morning without the crowds to snap all the pictures they want of their kids!