03.18.2025 Volume 13 | Edition 25

As a reminder, our PA General Meeting is this Thursday, March 20, at 6pm in the BTHS Library. We will have special guest Geoffrey M. Golia, LCSW from the New York Center for Living, followed by a Q&A with Principal Newman. Dinner will be served. If you’d like to purchase merchandise, please arrive at 5:30pm!

Parents of Juniors, there’s still time to register your child for the free, virtual SAT prep courses offered through our partnership with Kweller Prep. Limited spots remain, so register today! Registered students may pick up materials from Parent Coordinator Mary Huhn in Room 1W7. 

Sincerely,

Tiffany Roberts & Kim Jalet

BTHS PA Co-Presidents

PAPresident@bths.edu

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.



April 3

May 8

June 12

Upcoming Important Dates

• March 28 - AP Exam Payment Dues
• 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 7 - Senior Prom
• June 20 - Senior Graduation

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

The BTHS PA’s Sixth Annual Spring Gala

Purchase your early bird entry tickets and 50/50 raffles here!

Attention Parents of Seniors!!

Is your child in need of prom attire? Bklyn Prom Project will host a Promwear Giveaway on Saturday, March 29, from 11am-4pm. Register here to attend.

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

Monday-Thursday, 4pm-7pm 

when school is in session

212-777-3380



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.

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

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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