September 2024
Dear LaGuardia Families:
On behalf of the LaGuardia High School Parents Association, I would like to extend a warm welcome to all students and families and best wishes for a successful 2024-2025 school year. LaGuardia is a jewel of the NYC public school system and the most famous arts high school in the country. I am constantly in awe of our talented student body.
In order to partner with the school to provide nationally renowned conservatory arts training and academically rigorous classes, we need your assistance. Keeping up a level of excellence requires far more money than the NYC Department of Education gives to our school. Your contributions go toward school productions, academics, studio specific needs, athletics, clubs, college resources, Jupiter, graduation, school supplies, computer equipment, teacher appreciation events, lab equipment and much more. Our suggested donation amount is $750 ($500 to the general fund and $250 to one’s studio). However, gifts of any amount are welcomed and deeply appreciated. Our goal is 100% participation.
Help us reach our $300,000 goal!
Matching Gift Program: Many companies offer a matching gift program. You can possibly double or triple your gift. Contact your human resources department for more information.
I am so proud to be a part of a parent body that goes above and beyond for our school community. Your generosity means so much and truly makes a difference for all of our students. Thank you in advance and I look forward to meeting you throughout the year.
Tracy Ballas
2024-2025 President
LaGuardia HS Parents Association
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
REGISTER TODAY! The Parent Association needs volunteers in various capacities. Please go to our Volunteers Interests, Skills and Resources form and sign up or email communications@laguardiahspa.org .Your volunteer time is valued and appreciated.
MEET YOUR STUDIO REPS
Your Parents Association studio reps are your connection to all the important information, resources and events going on in your student’s studio. They hold monthly studio meetings and fundraise for studio specific needs. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or if you would like to volunteer. They would love your help!
Art Studio:
art@laguardiahspa.org
Caroline Andoscia & Kristin Leigh
Dance Studio:
dance@laguardiahspa.org
Katie Miller & Joslin Paradise
Drama Studio:
drama@laguardiahspa.org
Mindy Greenberg
Music Studio:
Instrumental & Vocal
Rebecca Sherman music@laguardiahspa.org
Staci Risman instrumental@laguardiahspa.org
Vanessa Enriquez vocal@laguardiahspa.org
Barbette Leonard vocal@laguardiahspa.org
Tech Studio:
tech@laguardiahspa.org
Deanna Raso & Cynthia Solis Yi
ACADEMICS:
academicforum@laguardiahspa.org
If you have any questions or concerns about academics at LaGuardia, please feel free to reach out to our academic forum representatives. They will help you find answers to your questions.
Help us reach our $300,000 goal!
Credit Card
Zelle
Please write in the note section who the donation is from and your child’s name.
Mail checks to
LaGuardia High School PA
100 Amsterdam Avenue
NY, NY 10023
Our goal is 100% participation. Any amount you can give is greatly appreciated. Donations can be made in monthly installments. The LaGuardia High School PA is a 501(c)(3) organization. All donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.
DO YOU WANT TO RECEIVE EMAILS FROM THE PARENTS ASSOCIATION? YOU MUST CREATE AN ACCOUNT HERE IN ORDER TO RECEIVE COMMUNICATION FROM THE LAGUARDIA PARENTS ASSOCIATION. 3 EASY STEPS: CLICK HERE TO BEGIN.
CREATING AN ACCOUNT MEANS YOU WILL RECEIVE PARENTS ASSOCIATION EMAILS RELATED TO YOUR CHILD'S STUDIO AND CLASS YEAR AS WELL AS THE WEEKLY SUNDAY NIGHT NEWS (SNN) WHICH BROADCASTS:
PARENT ASSOCIATION EVENTS & MEETINGS, SCHOOL EVENTS, STUDIO NEWS & ACTIVITIES, PA COMMITTEE NEWS, CLASS YEAR NEWS, CELEBRATIONS, PERFORMANCE & EXHIBIT DETAILS, OUTSIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS, FUNDRAISERS, VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES, USEFUL LINKS TO FAMILY RESOURCES, PA ELECTION NEWS, AND MORE!
THE LAGUARDIA PARENTS ASSOCIATION USES A PLATFORM CALLED "MEMBERSHIP TOOLKIT" TO MANAGE ITS COMMUNICATIONS WITH FAMILIES AND WEBSITE. PLEASE CREATE AN ACCOUNT AND COMPLETE THE PROFILE INCLUDING YOUR STUDENTS STUDIO AND YEAR.
PLEASE EMAIL communications@laguardiahspa.org WITH ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE ACCOUNT CREATION PROCESS.