02.04.2025 Volume 13 | Edition 20

First term report cards are viewable on NYC Schools Accounts. Students may change a passing grade (65+) to a CR (credit) using this form. Guidance Counselors may answer further inquiries regarding whether a CR request is recommended.

We encourage Sophomores to begin making appointments with their Guidance Counselors in support of next week’s Major Fair. Please also register for the Sophomore College Night taking place next Wednesday, February 12, at 5:30pm. 

All students may check-in with their counselors for guidance on selecting fall courses in March. Juniors should look out for an email from their assigned College Counselor. 

Our 8th Annual Lunar New Year Celebration is this Friday. Don’t miss your last chance to purchase Lunar New Year Mega Raffle tickets. Multiple winners will be selected for various cash prizes up to $1,500! Entries close on February 6 at 11 pm, and raffles will be drawn at the event on February 7. All may participate, so please share the raffle with your family and friends! 

Sincerely,

Tiffany Roberts & Kim Jalet

BTHS PA Co-Presidents

PAPresident@bths.edu

Immigrant Student and Family Resources

Please click the following links for resources regarding the rights of immigrants, provided by the UFT and the New York Civil Liberties Union.

General Meeting Dates

*All meetings take place at 6 PM

February 13 - Virtual

March 20 - BTHS Library, in-person

April 24 - Virtual

May 15 - BTHS Auditorium, in-person (Spring Elections)

June TBD

*Meeting dates and locations are subject to change. Any changes will be posted in TechTalk, our weekly publication.

SLT Meeting Dates

*All meetings take place at BTHS in Room 1E20, and begin at 4:15 PM.

Parents are allowed to observe, but may not speak or vote during meetings.

February 13

March 13

April 3

May 8

June 12

Upcoming Important Dates

• February 7 - LNY Celebration
• February 7-9 - Senior Winter Trip 
• February 13 - Sophomore Major Fair
• February 17-21 - NO SCHOOL, Mid-Winter Recess
• March 11 - Fall 2025 Course Fair
• March 15 - Junior Dance
• March 31 - NO SCHOOL, Eid al-Fitr
• April 3-5 - Spring Musical
• April 10-11 - PSAT/SAT Day
• April 10-11 - Parent Teacher Conferences
• April 14-18 - NO SCHOOL, Spring Recess
• April 24 - Junior College Fair

For a complete view of important dates, see the BTHS Calendar and DOE Calendar

Last Call!!

Lunar New Year Mega Raffle

*Closes on February 6 at 11 pm

Enter for a chance to win up to $1,500. Multiple winners will be selected for various cash prizes! All may participate!

Lunar New Year event will be on 2/7, this Friday!

The door opens at 6pm, please bring in cash to buy various types of raffles (50/50, big educational packages and gift baskets), LNY merch sale, wine sale and more… Please also bring in some small value bills to feed the “lion” and the “God of Wealth” who will bring you fortune for the entire Year of The Snake! Empty red envelopes will be supplied on your table.  Can’t wait to see everyone there!

春宴將在2/7周五擧行，傍晚6 點開始迎賓，請大家帶上多點現金來購買各種類型的抽獎劵（50/50現金抽獎、大型教育包抽獎和各種禮品籃抽獎）、LNY 商品銷售、葡萄酒銷售等……還請帶上一些小額鈔票來餵“醒獅”和“財神爺”，他們會給你整個蛇年帶來好運的喲！期待與大家見面！

Save the Date: 

BTHS PA’s 6th Annual Spring Gala

Current Annual Fundraising Progress

(Annual Fundraising Target for 2024-2025 School Year: $370,000)

As of December 31, 2024, we are at 46% of our fundraising target. Your donation makes a profound impact on our students. It is not just about numbers; it is about inspiration and opportunities for the entire Brooklyn Tech community.

The PA is kindly asking for your generous donations to thrive and excel in our students' academics and extracurriculars. The money raised by the PA will help pay for crucial support and programs. We need your help!! Your contribution is vital to helping Brooklyn Tech High School offer all students the quality and range of opportunities. 

Our suggested amount for your gift is $750 per student. We recognize that $750 may be an easy gift for some, a stretch for many, and a real economic hardship for others. We ask that each family give whatever they are able to. Any amount counts, and every donation matters! We greatly appreciate your gift and your participation is truly important.

Matching Gifts: Another way to increase your donation to our PA is through your company’s Matching Gift program. Please contact your Human Resource department to see if your company offers matching gifts.

Thank you for your generosity, time, and consideration. The Brooklyn Tech PA relies on donations from parents, guardians, families, friends, and community businesses to fund all of the enriching programs we sponsor. A school is as strong as its parent body; we look forward to an exciting year ahead! 

https://www.brooklyntechpa.org/donate

Thank You to our January 2025 Donors!!

Volunteer Opportunities

Every parent/guardian is automatically a member of the BTHS PA. Parents are encouraged to join us throughout the school year for one or more events of their interest. Please fill out this form so that we may contact you for volunteer opportunities with the PA. 

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