PA Elections TOMORROW - May 12
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Pre-register HERE.
This is it! Definitely show up to vote, but better yet, run for a position to join a great team and make a difference. Elections are TOMORROW, Tuesday, May 12 @ 7:45pm on Zoom HERE. Meeting ID: 876 1458 0726
Passcode: 323011 Full Agenda HERE.
Read about PA Executive Board positions HERE. - All roles are open and eligible as co-roles. We highly encourage you to run as a slate with a partner. If you are interested but do not have someone you know to run with you, please let the election chair know. We are happy to pair up interested people!
- Third Vice-President - Fundraising Events & Annual Appeal & Fifth Vice-President - Productions are FUNDRAISING roles and they require you to build teams of volunteers. The NET profit target goals are approximately $400-500K for the Annual Appeal and $40-$50K for each of the Auction/Benefit, the All School Musical and Rising Stars. Run for these positions keeping those goals in mind. Do not run for these positions with the expectation that your child is getting cast in any of the shows or that you are just throwing a fun party. While we do have a great time, these initiatives exist to RAISE MONEY FOR THE SCHOOL.
- We are also seeking anyone interested in an Co-Assistant Treasurer role who can act as a fiduciary with signatory capabilities. Especially seeking a class of 2028 or 2029 parent who can transition in the Treasurer role as our current Treasurers graduate.
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Seven weeks to go! Our paddle raise to support LaGuardia's clubs is ongoing until June 30. Remember that we need to raise $80,000 (we're only at 12% of the way!) to cover the costs of advisors for the clubs along with some additional funding.
Make your contribution HERE! |
As we hit the final marking period, the collective energy shifts. Between AP exams and Regents, the household vibe can feel a bit like a pressure cooker. But spring is finally here, and it is the perfect time to help our students find their second wind.
Persistence right now isn't about grinding until they are burnt out; it is about steady, mindful momentum. While the weight of external expectations is real, we can help them pivot toward what actually sparks their interest. When a student leans into their own curiosity - whether it is a specific scientific theory, a historical era, or a creative project - the "must-dos" of the season become a little lighter.
Encourage them to follow those threads of genuine discovery. It is a powerful reminder that while these exams are significant milestones, they are only snapshots in time. They don't define a student’s full potential or their future success.
Let’s help them finish the year strong by prioritizing their well-being and their natural love for learning over the noise of "shoulds." They have put in the work all year long. Now, as the finish line nears, let’s give them the space to breathe, stay curious, and trust the process. We are almost there. |
Shelliann Roach
Assistant Principal, Counseling Support
sroach2@schools.nyc.gov Monday - Friday 8:15am - 4:15pm
Room 243
212-496-0700, ext. 2206
Click HERE to access LaG's Guidance Department page. |
| SENIOR TRIP We are excited to announce the Class of 2026 Senior Trip to Six Flags Great Adventure! Date: Friday, June 19
Departure: 9:00am from LaGuardia High School
Return: Approximately 10:00pm
Transportation: Chartered Coach Bus
Student Cost: $60 - The trip package includes park admission, round-trip transportation, one meal, one snack, and one drink.
- Seats are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The payment deadline is May 15, or when tickets sell out.
- A completed parent consent form is required for participation, and students must follow the school’s discipline code.
Permission Slip HERE.
Purchase Tickets HERE. We look forward to celebrating our seniors with a fun and memorable day!
Please Note: This is a public event hosted by the Parents Association, not LaGuardia High School. |
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- Junior College Meetings and Academic Advisement Sessions are ongoing. Students are encouraged to email their guidance counselor to set up an appointment (if they have not done so yet). Meetings will be ongoing through the end of the school year. We encourage patience.
- MaiaLearning tutorial sessions continue by appointment with Ms. Persaud, our post-secondary counselor. Students are free to stop by on their lunch period. This started on March 9, 2026.
- Open Postsecondary Counseling Hours:
- Monday, Tuesday and Thursday periods 4 thru 7 in room 323D
- To reserve a specific time/date, students may email Ms. Persaud their preference to schedule a session.
College Essay Guy workshops will begin on April 21, 2026 from 6:30pm-8:00pm. There will be a total of six sessions to be held on 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, and 5/26. Please make time to participate in these extremely helpful information sessions on how to write a strong personal statement and supplemental essays.
Junior Parents, please continue working through your access and navigation to MAIA.
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THIS WEEK: VERY EXCITING POTS MEETING - Thursday, May 14 at 7:30pm FEATURING SENIOR TECH STUDENTS!
This meeting will feature Senior Tech students and parents talking about their senior year journeys – the college process and advice they have for current students and parents to help prepare. There is also time to ask them questions. After talking to the seniors we will be holding Parents Association elections. If you are interested in running please reach out to Shira or Melissa at tech@laguardiahspa.org or just show up to the zoom. We are making all the positions co-positions so everyone will have a partner. HERE is a list of all board positions. Join Zoom meeting HERE. Meeting ID: 507 786 8251 Passcode: Pots5
MACBETH VOLUNTEER SIGN UP SHEET SDF 3 is coming May 29 - 31 and we could use your help selling concessions and merch. There will be executive board members present for every shift to teach you the easy process if you are a first timer. Come join us for some fun and supporting the kids! Sign up HERE.
SNACKS NEEDED We have a few big weeks of concerts and SDF 3 rehearsals coming up and we need to refresh our snacks for the Tech kids to keep them fed during these work calls. Please purchase snacks from our Amazon wishlist HERE! If you would like to send in some fresh fruit or veggies reach out to Tech PA at tech@laguardiahspa.org to arrange.
COMING SOON…. Delicious DOUBLE GOOD POPCORN SALE to raise money for the Tech Studio coming soon…. |
The Music Studio would like to thank everyone who looked on the bright side of life and attended Kaleidoscope, last week's moving performance by Show Choir, and especially those who volunteered to help make the show that much better. If you missed it, you can catch it on YouTube HERE thanks to the Archive Club! |
| SPRING CHORAL CONCERT AT RIVERSIDE CHURCH Tickets are now available for the Spring Choral Concert taking place on Tuesday, May 19 @ 7:00pm at Riverside Church, 490 Riverside Drive. Get your tickets HERE to hear a magnificent vocal concert including Elementary Chorus, Treble Chorus, Cambiata, Cantare, and Senior Chorus. Parent chaperones are needed during the school day for this event. Each ensemble will need to be taken from LaGuardia to Riverside Church during the school day, with some having to make the round trip. Please sign up to chaperone HERE. |
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CHAMBER MUSIC PERFORMANCE Tickets are available HERE for the Chamber Music Concert taking place on Thursday, May 21 @ 6:00pm in the intimate and seat-limited setting of Scorca Hall at Opera America at 330 7th Ave.
CANTARE CONCERT Cantare will be performing Thursday, May 28 @ 6:00pm at Christ & St. Stephen's Church at 120 West 69th Street, just around the corner from LaGuardia. Tickets are available HERE. |
| Mindy Greenberg
Jamie Ganey drama@laguardiahspa.org
“So be encouraged and dedicate yourself to your dream and if your dream should come my way one day then we will dance upon the boards of life.” - Ben Vereen |
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Our next PODS MEETING is May 18 at 7:00pm. We will have a few of our seniors speaking about their college process experience and a Q&A with them, as well as DRAMA BOARD ELECTIONS. Please email drama@laguardiahspa.orgif you are interested in any of the open positions, or to let us know you wish to be nominated for a specific position, and plan to attend this meeting.
Next up — and last up for the year: SDF #3 MACBETH, May 29–31 Volunteer sign up coming! Purchase tickets HERE.
ONE LAST CURTAIN CALL Join us for "The Final Bow: For the Drama Studio," the LaGuardia HS Drama Class of 2026 takes the stage one final time at the iconic Players Theatre in Greenwich Village. Monday, June 8, 2026 at 7:00pm. All funds raised go directly to the Drama Studio. All performance slots are filled. Grab your tickets HERE to come see the show! |
Dear Dance Families,
Get ready for an exciting week!
DANCE PA MEETING On Monday, May 11 at 7:00pm-7:45pm we will be conducting our final Dance PA Meeting of the year over zoom. We will be electing reps and other officers, going over some final end of year information, and reviewing the budget. Please reach out if you are interested in joining the Dance Board! Join Zoom HERE. Meeting ID: 883 0655 3614 Passcode: 916895
OBSERVATION WEEK This Tuesday through Friday parents are invited into the dance studios for Observation Week. Zoom viewing will not be available so please come if you are able! This is a wonderful opportunity to visit the school and watch the magic happening in your child's dance studio. We will also be selling NEW AND FABULOUS merch! Please make a note of the dates / times below and please also volunteer to help us sell merch! Sign up HERE.
GRADE | DATES | TIMES | GRADE 9 | Thursday, May 14 and Friday, May 15 | 9:00-10:20 and/or 10:25-11:44 | GRADE 10 | Wednesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 14 | 9:00-10:20 and/or 10:25-11:44 | GRADE 11 | Tuesday, May 12 and Thursday, May 14 | 12:45-2:05 and/or 2:10-3:30 | GRADE 12 | Thursday, May 14 and Friday, May 15 | 12:45-2:05 |
DANCE GRADUATION CONCERT And as if that wasn't enough, ticket sales are OPEN for our fabulous Graduation Dance Concert. You do NOT want to miss this! More information below. Tickets available HERE.
The Dance Graduation Concert is 3 weeks away -- May 29, 30 and 31st -- and we could not be more excited! Here's what we need from you: - Buy tickets and share out ticket information with people in your network. Let's fill that theater!
- Please consider sponsoring a piece. Presenting a concert of this caliber comes with real costs, and many pieces are still missing sponsorships with time running out. If the full investment is not possible, we are absolutely open to families co-sponsoring a piece together. We also encourage you to share this with friends, family, and businesses who might want to support our young artists. THE DEADLINE FOR SPONSORSHIPS IS MAY 15TH - DON'T WAIT!
Click Here for More Information
DANCE NIGHT OUT RECAP Thank you to Joslin Paradise for spearheading our dance parent and guardian night out last week! Fun was had by all, and we are so grateful to be part of such a vibrant parent community! Many more nights out to come in the future!
With gratitude, Katie & Barbette |
| THIS WEEK! ART STUDIO PA HAPPY HOUR – MAY 13 Please join us on Wednesday, May 13 from 6:00-8:00pm at Morty’s Wine Bar in Manhattan. Let’s toast to ending the year strong for the Art Studio! Hope to see you there!
ART STUDIO PA MONTHLY MEETING – MAY 18 Please join us on Monday, May 18 at 7:00pm for our next Art PA meeting. Zoom link HERE. Meeting ID: 831 4988 4441, Passcode: 304142 THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING SENIOR ART SHOW #3! We appreciate all the families who came out to see the wonderful artwork of our talented senior students! Thank you to our parent and student volunteers, who have been so generous this year with their support of the Art Studio! A special thank you to Friday’s merch team: Dan Beers, Meredith Finn, Kathleen Jayes, Mirna Arsandy Hoffman, Jovana Skoro, Matt Gray, and Reina Nakagawa. WE APPRECIATE YOU SO MUCH! PLEASE SUPPORT THE ART STUDIO THIS YEAR The LaGuardia Art Studio relies heavily on the support of our parents and guardians to help fund essential art supplies and materials for our students. If you have not already donated for the 2025-2026 school year, now is a perfect time! Donations of any size are greatly appreciated, and every contribution helps! Please click HERE to donate. Please feel free to email us anytime at: art@laguardiahspa.org. We'd love to hear from you! Have a great week ahead! Kristin Leigh & Cindy Wolf |
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FROM TRACY'S DESK (PARENT COORDINATOR) |
OUTSIDE & OTHER OPPORTUNITIES |
Get Some New LaG Swag! Visit our online shop for general LaGuardia merch. Make your purchases HERE. (You can also still purchase more items and Studio-specific swag in person at school events and shows!) |
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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 |
Worried About Your Kids Substance Use??? FREE Support Group Starts 4/14 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. Have you been worried about your child’s substance use? Unsure if your child’s substance use is an escalating problem? Concerned about sudden behavioral changes/issues? Or just frustrated by breakdowns in communication with the young person in your life??? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, you are not alone.
Alex invites you to join the upcoming "Support for Families" Virtual Group hosted by Addiction specialists and Therapists from CMC:Center for motivation and change.
Registration Link HERE.
Participants will learn skills that strengthen communication, reduce conflict, and support their own well-being while connecting with their children.
No insurance or ID is required. |
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