03.11.2025 Volume 13 | Edition 24

Last call for Open House parent volunteers! We will welcome the BTHS Class of 2029 next Wednesday, March 19. Please sign-up to volunteer by this Friday, March 14.

The monthly General PA Meeting is next Thursday, March 20, at 6pm in the BTHS Library featuring Geoffrey M. Golia, LCSW from the New York Center for Living.

Please note that the April PA Virtual Meeting has been changed to Wednesday, April 23, due to scheduling conflicts. The annual Vendor Fair featuring PA sponsors will take place during the meeting, so please plan to attend!

Anyone who did not receive their LNY merchandise should send their child to Room 1W7 by the end of the week to pick-up any outstanding orders.

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

March 20 - BTHS Library, in-person

April 23 - 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.

March 13

April 3

May 8

June 12

Upcoming Important Dates

• March 14 - Club Credit Form due
  
• March 31 - NO SCHOOL, Eid al-Fitr
  
• April 3-5 - Spring Musical: "Into the Woods"
  
• April 10-11 - PSAT for 9th-10th grades/SAT Day for 11th grade
  
• April 10-11 - Parent Teacher Conferences
  
• April 14-18 - NO SCHOOL, Spring Recess
  
• April 24 - Junior College Fair
  
• May 2 - Small Ensemble Showcase
  
• May 5-23 - AP Exams
  
• May 8, 9, 12, and 15 - ½ Days
  
• May 26 - NO SCHOOL, Memorial Day
  
• May 30 - Choral Concert
  
• June 20 - Senior Graduation

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

Free SAT Prep for BTHS Juniors

Spots are limited. Register today!

BTHS - Webinar schedule 2025

The Role of Extracurriculars in College Admissions: Maximizing Their Impac

In this session, we will explain the role of extracurriculars in college admissions and how to maximize their impact. Learn how to strategically showcase your activities to strengthen your application. The Role of Extracurriculars in College Admissions: Maximizing Their Impact

Sponsor: Epiphany

Date: March 26, 2025

Time: 7:30pm

Registration Link: https://epiphanynewyork.com/webinar2/



Have a Question about Homework?

Dial-A-Teacher Hotline

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when school is in session

212-777-3380



Save the Date: 

BTHS PA’s 6th Annual Spring Gala

Current Annual Fundraising Progress

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

Because of your generous support, the Brooklyn Tech PA raised a record amount of over $25,000 from the 2025 Lunar New Year Celebration held on February 7, 2025.  The additional funding provided an immediate and significant impact on the entire Brooklyn Tech community.  Thank you for your continued support in making Brooklyn Tech what it is today and what it will become tomorrow.  

As of February 28, 2025, we are at 74% 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 February 2025 Donors!!

Corporate Donor

Treasurer's Report February 2025

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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