JOIN THE PMHS PTA
The PTA is an integral part of the Pelham Memorial High School community, and we are here to support our students, teachers, and staff in any way we can. We believe that when parents and educators work together, we create a stronger, more enriching educational environment for our children. That's why we want to invite and encourage each and every one of you to join the PTA this year.
Theresa Mohan - President
Jennifer Parker - President-Elect
The PMHS PTA Scholarship criteria is based on school citizenship, demonstrated character, and personal academic achievement. We are looking for students who embody P.R.I.D.E: Preparation, Respect, Involvement, Determination, and Excellence. The Scholarship is now closed and will be open for application for the class of 2025 in March of 2025.
OPERATION PROM DRESS AND TUXEDO GIVEAWAY COMING
TO COUNTY CENTER APRIL 26-28
Free Bee Line Bus Trips Available with Student ID
(White Plains, NY) -- Prom season is almost upon on. But prom costs can make it hard or even
impossible for many students to participate in this annual rite of passage with their peers. That's why
Westchester County is proud to partner with the Operation Prom Network for its annual Prom Dress
and Tuxedo Giveaway at the County Center, Friday, April 26 - Sunday, April 28.
The three-day event -- now in its 20th year -- provides high quality, high style free and low-cost prom dresses and tuxedos to high
school students in Westchester County.
· Friday, April 26, 1-5 p.m.: Free dresses and tuxedos for high school seniors with valid school ID or transcript. Reservations
required. Reservations can be booked online at https://forms.gle/ XapMtfDed4WXDJaZ8
· Saturday, April 27, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Free dresses and tuxedos for high school seniors with valid school ID or transcript.
No reservation required.
· Sunday, April 28th 10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Open to all students and the general public. *Dresses only, $10 donation per dress.
Tuxedos/suits NOT available.
For the second year in a row, the County is making free Bee-Line bus trips to the County Center available for all students participating
in Operation Prom. Students should show their school IDs and mention Operation Prom to bus drivers.
House & History Tour 2024!
Join in the Fun: Get Involved! or Attend!
Sunday April 28, 2024
- PTAC Monthly Meetings - All PTA Members in good standing are welcome!
Learn about what’s happening across our School District! All PTA members are encouraged and welcome to attend. Our meetings generally take place monthly on the first Thursday of the month from 8:45am-10:15am (exceptions noted below).
During 2023-24, they will be held via Zoom.
May 14 (allows for PTA Unit School Budget votes)
June 6
PTA Council Meeting Zoom Details
https://zoom.us/j/94407458878
Meeting ID: 944 0745 8878
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General Announcements & Reminders:
From the Counseling Department:
this newsletter will provide information related to tentative student schedules and upcoming activities or programs for each grade level.
Conversations Worth Having
- What Are the Signs of Substance Abuse
- Talking to Student Child About Drugs
- Drug Alert: Marijuana Edibles
- Marijuana Dangers: How Parents Can Prevent THC Poisoning
- How to Talk to Teens About Edibles
- Why Marijuana Edibles are a Health Threat For Kids
- Marijuana Edibles Fact Sheet
- Emojis That May Represent Drugs
- Current Fentanyl Overdose Concerns
- What Every Parent Needs to Know About Vaping Nicotine & THC'
- http://powertotheparent.org/
be-aware/hidden-in-plain- sight/ - https://drugfreegeneration.
org/what-we-do/hidden-in- plain-sight.html
Your Lettuce Lets Us Give Mini Grants to Teachers for Innovative Projects
Enroll your DeCicco's Card and support our PTA with every purchase!
- Go to: https://www.deciccoandsons.com/decicco-card/
- Complete the Enrollment Form and Select: Pelham Memorial HS
- Remember to present your DeCicco's Card to the cashier at check out!
We are part of something bigger than just PMHS. For 125 years, National Parent Teacher Association (National PTA®) members have worked toward bettering the lives of every child in education, health and safety.
PMHS Upcoming Events
- Wednesday, April 24
- Thursday, April 25
- Friday, April 26
- Monday, April 29
- Tuesday, April 30
- Wednesday, May 1
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PMHS PTA Meeting Schedule
April 16, 2024 7pm Zoom
May 7, 2024 7pm MS Library
Funding & Grants
Click the icons above to apply:
Field Trips/BOCES/Bus Requests or Teacher/Department Mini-Grant Requests