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P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway School

Mrs. Hughes, Principal
Maria Romero & Lisa Feinstein P.A. Co-President
Ellen Maurer, Parent Coordinator
71-25 113th Street
FOREST HILLS, NY 11375
Phone: (718) 263-9770
Fax: (718) 575-3934
 
 
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Ellen Cozangi
VP Grade Leaders & Class Parents
ecozangi@pa196.org
 
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Class Parent / Grade Leader

September, 2007


Dear Parent,

We are so glad you have volunteered to help your child’s class and teacher this year. Class Parents act as liaisons between the teachers and parents and are instrumental in supporting the teachers with class parties, trips and during parent teacher conferences. Additionally you are responsible for coordinating the giving of class gifts for the teacher.
We try to have two class parents for every class.

Many class parents have wondered how parents have done things in the past. We held a short orientation meeting but for those who were unable to attend, we have collected sample letters and forms that you may find useful as you take on your new or continuing role. This Class Parent Information Packet has been created to help parents streamline their efforts.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at ecozangi@pa196.org or the Grade Leader for your child’s grade. A list of Grade Leaders and their email addresses is listed in the packet as well.

We have a great school because of your willingness to get involved.

Thank you for volunteering,


Ellen Cozangi
VP Grade Leaders & Class Parents


Class Parent Responsibilities

1. Door coverage

of the November and March Parent/Teacher conferences. You need to inform the Grade Leader at least one week prior to conference as to who is doing afternoon conference and evening conference.

2. Teacher gift collections:

Holiday ($10.00 suggested amount per student).
End of year ($10.00 suggested amount per student).
Gift Certificates are recommended for both.
Class play flowers ($2.00 per student).

There must be THREE different collections unless the class play is within one month of your gift collection. It is wise to collect Holiday gift money starting with the November conferences. All gift collections are strictly voluntary. $10.00 is merely suggested; parents, if they choose to contribute can give any amount they feel comfortable giving.

You may collect this money either in person, by phone or through a note home in a SEALED envelope handed to each child (not through the teacher).

3. Class Parties:

This should be organized per requests from your teacher. Consult with the teacher prior to planning a party. You cannot collect money for the party, but you may assign various parents to send in items (food, drinks, cups, plates, etc). HONOR THE WISHES OF THE TEACHER!

GOODY BAGS are not allowed at parties in the school. This is a rule established by Mrs. Hughes. Let your parents know of this rule if they plan to hold a Birthday party in class.

4. Volunteer:

You are expected to volunteer at school during fundraisers (picture day, annual book sale, mother’s/father’s day sale) as well as during school events (Halloween party, Spring Dance, International Night, etc). Please ensure that you sign up to help out during these important school activities.

 

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