FIRST PA MEETING - Sept. 16! |
| September 16, 2025 at 6:00pm Join us for the first Parent Association meeting of the 2025-26 school year! Thought just your kids had a crew? This is your crew. Come meet fellow parents and learn about all the things we do and, better yet, join the Executive Board! See below for open positions. Meeting will take place in person at the Little Flower Theatre of our awesome school. We only do TWO in-person meetings per year, so you really don't want to miss this one. See you there!
Open Positions & Responsibilities:
2nd Vice President - Engagement & Hospitality - Engages the parent body on matters of interest to LaGuardia High School families, encouraging participation in PA activities, and offering volunteer opportunities.
- Chairs the Hospitality and Volunteer committee(s) and recruits the heads of these committees from the general PA.
- Supports student clubs and athletic teams.
4th Vice President - Special Education - Must be a parent or guardian of a student with a disability (IEP or 504).
- Helps the LaGuardia community better understand the special education services entitled to students and helps to advocate for them.
- Gathers concerns from families with students with disabilities and shares this information with school administration.
- Sets up workshops/webinars related to special education and once a month to give updates related to special education at the Executive and General board meetings.
- Organizes Special Education Committee meetings once a month for families in LaGuardia's special education community.
- Communicates with the leaders of the SGO and serves as a liaison with guidance staff on ways to help students with 504/IEPs and their families with the college admissions process.
Freshman Class Representative
- Serves to represent the interests and concerns of parents of students in 9th grade to the school.
- Communicates information relevant to each specific grade from the school to parents, and vice versa. In addition, the Class Representatives may host events that promote interaction among members of their grade in order to promote better communication among parents and between the school and parents.
Freshman SLT Member Read description of SLT role HERE.
Non-Board position Our school could really benefit from a parent to assist with grant research and writing. If this is your skill and interest, please let us know! |
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| We'll share more info on Rising Stars (LAG's very own variety show!) in the coming weeks. For now, know that auditions will be in October. Remind your students that if they are interested in auditioning, it’s a good time to start getting their acts together, rehearsing, etc. We do not have specific audition dates yet, but if you have other questions, please feel free to reach out to risingstars@laguardiahspa.org. |
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High School is an exciting time when students have more options, but also more responsibility. Students focus on earning a diploma, attending college, pursuing a career, and other options after graduation. Academic grades and coursework, extracurricular activities, internships, and volunteer experience are very important. High school students may need help prioritizing responsibilities and meeting expectations.
In grades 9–12, students have more flexibility in the types of classes they take. Still required to take and pass classes in certain core subjects, including English, math, social studies, and science, other course options and requirements may also be available. (See NYC DOE graduation requirements HERE.) And while there are standard course sequences by grade level, some students may take classes in a different order. (See LaGuardia HS 2025-2026 Course Catalog HERE.)
Throughout high school, one of the most effective ways to request support on student objectives (from guidance counselors, teachers and administrative staff) is for the student to initiate an email and request a meeting. Check out the LaG school website HERE, the 'Whom to Contact' list HERE which will be updated with any staffing changes in the first weeks of school, and the latest ‘Who to Contact’ link with the updated Guidance Counselor List for this school year HERE. |
| Team Tech for the win! (l to r) Sarah Srygley, Veronica Hlibczuk, Shira Eisenberg, Amy Weisenbach, and Deanna Raso |
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KICK OFF We appreciate you Sandra Abeles, Ellen Halpern, Veronica Hlibczuk, Kathryn Mora, Sarah Srygley, and Amy Weisenbach for helping us roll out the merch for our new families at Orientation Day. The year is off to a fantastic start thanks to you! And to our incoming freshmen and transfers, a big WELCOME to the Tech Family!
GATHER ROUND Our first POTS meeting of '25-'26 is tomorrow night, Monday, September 8th @ 7:00pm. Our special guest will be Justin Mackey so please bring your questions and comments. Join Zoom Meeting HERE. Meeting ID: 507 786 8251 Pascode: Pots1
COME ABOARD Want to help us help Tech? Merchandise Rep, Volunteer Coordinator, and Events Rep are roles still open in the Tech PA. To learn more about joining us, review role descriptions HERE and email any questions to tech@laguardiahspa.org.
CHIP IN New year, new donation goals! It's easy to support our studio by texting LAGTECH to 44321 or just click HERE.
Thank you! |
Welcome Back!
The Music Studio PA warmly welcomes all new and returning families. We enjoyed meeting some of you at orientation, and we look forward to meeting more of you through the year at meetings, concerts and other events.
In fact, we’d love to meet more of you at our First Music Studio PA Meeting of the school year!
Mark Your Calendar! First Music Studio PA Meeting (virtual) Thursday, September 18th @ 8:00pm (Zoom Link TBC)
Please make sure you sign up for Membership Toolkit (MTK) HERE and subscribe to Music Studio PA Communications in order to receive our weekly newsletter Music Monday as well as other important communications.
Stay connected through our LaG Music Studio Whatsapp chat HERE open to parents/guardians in all grades for the Music Studio. (FYI, the chat is not officially affiliated with LaGuardia or the PA.)
Also for your radar…Calling all Music Studio students - Vocalists and Instrumentalists!
We are excited to invite you to audition for our first Music Studio Showcase of the year. Submit your video audition now for a chance to perform live at this special event.
Audition Submission Deadline: Tuesday, September 30th @ 11:59pm. Submit Video Auditions HERE. All grades eligible in the Music Studio.
(The Music Studio Showcase will take place on Sunday, November 9th @ 2:00pm at Hill Country BBQ.)
If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at: music@laguardiahspa.org.
Let’s have a great year! Jennifer Dumlao, Vanessa Enriquez, Marlene Smoot & Diane Vasquez Music Studio Co-Reps |
| Mindy Greenberg
Jamie Ganey drama@laguardiahspa.org
“Time goes on. So whatever you're going to do, do it. Do it now. Don't wait.” – Robert DeNiro |
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Hello, PODS (that's, Parents Of Drama Students for you newbies)!
We are thrilled to welcome you back to a new school year. If you are a new family, we also welcome you to the Drama Studio! We hope you and yours had a wonderful summer. As the Drama Studio Co-Reps of the Parents Association, we are excited for another year of partnership, support and community for our Drama Studio. Keep an eye on your email for a full welcome back email coming this week, including the date for our September PODS PA meeting. THE KEY TO ANY GOOD RELATIONSHIP Communication! Don’t miss out on news, announcements, or cries for volunteer help! We want to ensure you receive correspondence from the Parents Association and the Drama Studio. If you have not yet created an account, please follow the steps HERE.
PODS NEEDS YOU! (ESPECIALLY IF YOU’RE A FRESHMAN OR JUNIOR PODS) The Drama Board is not quite whole yet. We still need one or two Freshman or Junior adults to step up for the role of Class Parent. We also have open Merchandising Coordinator positions under the leadership of our Swag Superstar™ Merch Director, L. Scott. We are on the hunt for one Spring Drama Festival (SDF) Co-Rep and one Fundraising Co-Rep and Grant Specialist. Wondering what these roles entail? Want to join our board? What’s the best recipe for bouillabaisse? Reach out to us with these or any other questions or interests at drama@laguardiahspa.org.
That’s all for this week! Stay tuned for more news you can use as it comes up. In the meantime, we look forward to working together as a community to make this the best year in Drama yet! Sincerely, Mindy Greenberg (parent of Jordan '27) and Jamie Ganey (parent of Aenea '28)
BUT WAIT! THERE’S MORE!
SAY CHEESE, SENIORS!!! Better figure out which is “your best side” because it’s HEADSHOT TIME!
Please fill out this short Google form HERE as soon as possible so the headshot photography studio may create a signup link and personal portal for each Senior to schedule an appointment and make their headshot selection. Key Dates: September 20th - Picture Day October 13th - Makeup Day (this isn't a retake, only for students who can't make 9/20) Location: Stomping Ground Photo 3611 14th Ave, Suite 531 Brooklyn, NY 11218
Students who have All School Musical rehearsal on 9/20 and cannot make the 10/13 makeup session should email Senior Parent Volunteer and overall Jaqueline of All Trades™, Sarah Ireland at notchicknyc@gmail.com.
Stomping Ground Photo has generously offered a deep discount, allowing the Drama PA to offer this to our students at no cost to you. We hope all Seniors take advantage of this offer, as the headshots will be displayed at SDFs and used in the Playbills. Access HERE. |
Dear Dance Families, We hope you have had a terrific start to the year! As promised, a few upcoming events to put in your calendar!
LaGuardia Dance Curriculum Night and Meet & Greet with Teachers September 16th from 4:30pm-6:00pm LaGuardia, 8th floor, room 857 Note: we will be sending a zoom link as well for those who cannot make it in person but please try to come! There will be gear for sale and our teachers are staying late to meet you! Also: please bring in the following supplies to help support our amazing dance students: Band Aids (9th grade families); Quart Ziplock Bags (10th grade families); box of tissues (11th grade families); roll of paper towels (12th grade families); ream of printer paper (all families). We would also love donations of lightly used or new tights and leotards to keep in the dance office for students who need them. Thanks in advance for your generosity!
Post meeting drinks with fabulous dance parents and guardians September 16th after General PA Meeting Location: TBD There will be an in person PA General Meeting in Little Flower directly following curriculum night so we will aim for after that meeting - around 8pm.
In the interim, please email dance@laguardiahspa.org if you would like to be added to our informal dance chat. Please include your name, your child’s name, and a contact number and we will get you looped in. Please also email if you would like to volunteer in some capacity to support the dance department. You would be most welcome!
Feeling excited about the start of school and want to give us an initial financial boost? Please donate HERE.
Warmly,
Katie and Barbette |
Thank you to the parents and guardians who expressed interest in volunteering with the Art Studio PA! For those who may have missed the link last week, there are many ways to help support our amazing community! Please click HERE if you’re interested in getting involved. We are excited to work with you! Did you know that the Art Studio PA provides extensive support for our students and teachers through the purchase of art supplies for the school year? As we start the year, donations to the Art Studio PA are greatly needed and appreciated. Every bit helps our students have the best year possible. Make yours HERE today! To keep up with Art PA news throughout the year, sign up for the Art PA Newsletter HERE. If you have questions, ideas, or just want to say hello, please feel free to email us at anytime at: art@laguardiahspa.org. Have a great week ahead! Kristin Leigh & Cindy Wolf Art Studio Co-Reps |
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NYCFC Soccer Captains Night |
Special Ticket Offer for LAG community! Celebrate our girls' soccer team and their captains (three of our seniors!) on Saturday September 20th at Captains Day! Purchase your discounted tickets HERE to a thrilling matchup between NYCFC and watch our team captains honored on the field during halftime!
🏟️ Event Details
Match: NYCFC vs. Charlotte FC Date: September 20th, 12:00 PM Location: Yankee Stadium, New York City |
Teen Circle (FREE!) Membership Be sure to take advantage of the FREE Teen Circle membership. It allows LaGuardia teens to bring their families to the Guggenheim for free! How to sign up? See below!
Stop by FREE Teen Tuesdays at the Guggenheim Museum this Fall and Sign Up for the FREE Teen Circle Membership! Drop in for FREE Teen Tuesdays at the Guggenheim Museum, a monthly hangout where teens come together through art, culture, and community! During our fall Teen Tuesday series (September 16, October 21, November 4, and December 2), you can connect with other teen artists, catch live performances, and level up your creative skills. Free museum admission, MetroCards, snacks, and art materials will be provided. Drop in or RSVP to save your spot for one or more sessions. This program is part of the Guggenheim’s FREE Teen Circle Membership. 10/3 FREE Teen Fest at the Guggenheim Museum— Celebrate the Fall as Part of the Teen Circle Membership Join us at the Guggenheim Museum for Teen Fest on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 4-6pm! This event is FREE, plus MetroCards and snacks (ice cream!) will be provided. Experience our new exhibitions through teen-led art activations and performances, plus you can sign up for a FREE Teen Circle membership! Be sure to RSVP here to enter a giveaway to win art supplies, exhibition catalogues, gift cards, and other prizes. Come solo or bring your friends!
Apply for the Teen Collaborative at the Guggenheim Museum to Earn a Stipend as You Learn About Museums The Guggenheim Museum’s Teen Collaborative is a free program to amplify local teen voices at the museum and beyond! From November to May, the annual cohort will learn about museum operations across a variety of departments and from a variety of perspectives and help produce experiences for fellow teens! There are no prerequisites for this program and all teens are encouraged to apply! Upon successful completion of the program students will receive a stipend, plus snacks and MetroCards provided for all in-person meetings. Apply here! |
DONORS CHOOSE: SUPPORT OUR TEACHERS |
Thank you all for supporting our teachers who give our kids the most amazing educational experience.
Mr. Rahman is looking to obtain an iPad to use as a tool that can help students visualize complex chemical reactions, run virtual labs when they don’t have the materials, and access interactive simulations that bring abstract concepts to life.
Ms. Park is looking to replace their current printer (on its last legs!) to create photo transfers to create family books and album covers among many other projects in her Studio Practice 3 Introduction to Design Class.
Click HERE to see all the projects that need your support! |
If you are a parent/guardian of a student with an IEP or 504 at LaGuardia, please join our WhatsApp chat group HERE. The purpose is to support each other regarding questions/concerns related to our student's IEP or 504 at LaGuardia. For questions, please contact Parent Association VP for Special Education, specialeducation@laguardiahspa.org. |
If you need a comprehensive list of who to contact at the school for various questions, click HERE. |
SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION & INTERVENTION |
Alex Falk is LaGuardia's Substance Abuse Prevention & Intervention Specialist: AFalk@schools.nyc.gov The NYC DOE Substance Abuse Prevention and Intervention Specialists (SAPIS) program provides a range of prevention and intervention services in grades K-12. The goals of the program are to: - Reduce the prevalence of substance abuse among youth
- Delay the initiation of substance abuse behavior among youth
- Decrease the negative health, social, and educational consequences associated with substance abuse
- Prevent the escalation of substance abuse behaviors to levels requiring treatment
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