10.29.2024 Volume 13 | Edition 9

As a reminder, there is no school this Friday, Nov. 1st. Wishing all who celebrate a joyous and Happy Diwali!!

We will not be sending out Tech Talk next Tuesday, Nov. 5th due to the Election Day holiday. There is no school that day. Happy voting! 

The Brooklyn Tech Club Fair is scheduled for Nov. 13th-14th. This is a great opportunity for your Tech student(s) to learn all about the fantastic opportunities that Tech provides and connect with their peers over shared interests.  



Our next PA General Meeting featuring Ms. Cuesta, AP of the College Office, will be on Wednesday, Nov. 20th, at 6 PM via Zoom, as we transition to virtual meetings in time for the colder weather and darker nights. The link and agenda will be sent closer to the meeting date. 

Sincerely,

Kim Jalet & Tiffany Roberts

BTHS PA Co-Presidents

PAPresident@bths.edu

Breakfast and Dinner with the Principal

Please sign-up to have breakfast or dinner with Mr. Newman. Spots are limited to 25 guests per session so register today! As a reminder, only one parent/guardian per family may register for one session in order to accommodate as many families as possible. There is no selection process on our end. Any slots at capacity are automatically removed from the survey to prevent further registration. If you are able to sign-up for a selected day/time, that means it is available and you should plan to attend. Our December dates have the most availability!

Breakfasts (9AM-10:30AM)

• Friday, October 18th
• Friday, October 25th
• Thursday, October 31st
• Friday, November 8th (full)
• Friday, November 15th 
• Thursday, November 21st (5 spots remaining!)
• Tuesday, December 3rd
• Friday, December 13th
• Thursday, December 19th

Dinners (6PM-7:30PM)

• Thursday, October 24th
• Tuesday, October 29th
• Wednesday, November 6th (full)
• Thursday, November 14th (3 spots remaining!)
• Thursday, December 5th (1 spot remaining!)
• Wednesday, December 11th

Tech PA General Meeting Dates

PA General Meeting Dates*:

All meetings take place at 6 PM

Oct. 17 - BTHS Auditorium, in-person (Fall Elections)

Nov. 20 - Virtual

Dec. 18 - Virtual

Jan. 16 - Virtual

Feb. 13 - Virtual

Mar. 20 - BTHS Library, in-person

Apr. 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.

BTHS PA Volunteer Team

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. 

Upcoming Important Dates

• Nov. 1 - NO SCHOOL, Diwali
• Nov. 4 - Senior Masquerade Ball
• Nov. 5 - NO SCHOOL, Election Day
• Nov. 11 - NO SCHOOL, Veterans Day
• Nov. 12-14 - Club Fair
• Nov. 21-22 - Parent-Teacher Conferences
• Nov. 22 - HALF-DAY
• Nov. 28-29 - NO SCHOOL, Thanksgiving
• Dec. 12 - Chorus Winter Concert
• Dec. 17 - Orchestra Winter Concert 
• Dec. 19 - Band Winter Concert

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

Princeton Review Webinar

Nov. 19 @ 7pm

As conversations about artificial intelligence’s influence on college admissions grow, it’s essential for parents to stay informed. You’re invited to join Rob Franek, Editor-in-Chief of The Princeton Review, for an engaging webinar that explores the transformative impact of AI on the admissions process. Learn how AI is changing the way students approach their applications and what it means for the future of admissions strategies. Gain valuable insights to support your child in navigating this evolving landscape and avoid common pitfalls.

Registration link:  https://secure.princetonreview.com/event?PSOId=550813

Virtual College Rep Visits

Please click the date(s) with the links below to sign-up for each Virtual College Rep Visit

10/30  10/31

Brooklyn Tech PA’s 8th Lunar New Year Celebration

  (Year of The Snake)

Save the Date! 

 February 7, 2025  6-10pm

Location: New Phoenix Seafood Restaurant

912 65th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11219 

Last year we had around 500 guests gathered together , and raised over $20K while enjoying a fun night with  delicious food, wonderful performance, raffles, merch sale and  fun entertainment… please find the clips for 2024 LNY celebration attached:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/143lG6mRx4C9zGceQ6DENjayfA9UlseUr/view

You got talent? Would you like to perform for the event?  Please contact us at bthsdiversitycommittee@bths.edu

 (More details to follow)

我們誠摯邀請您與家人一起参加

由布魯克林科技高中家長會主辦的

第八屆蛇年農曆新年慶祝活動

時間：2025 年 2 月 7 日星期五晚上 6 點 -10 點

地點： 新鳳凰城大酒樓

912 65th Street, Brooklyn NY 11219 

如果你有任何才艺，欢迎自荐参与演出！BTHS辣妈舞蹈团正在招募6位妈妈参与跳舞演出，由毕业生家长专人指导编舞排舞，每周训练一次，欢迎大家报名参加！

（更多詳細資訊即將推出）

Current Annual Fundraising Progress

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

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. 

PA is kindly asking for your generous donations to thrive and excel in our students' academics and crucial extracurriculars. The money raised by PA will help pay for crucial support and programs. We need your help!! Your donation 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, 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

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