Can you believe it is already September and the scaffolding around the entrance is down after 2 years? Another year full of opportunities and challenges, spirit and the strength that is Pelham.

This year the PTA will focus on keeping you up-to-date on what is happening at PMHS, ensuring that our website and meetings connect you with valuable resources, and providing meaningful opportunities to get involved. 

Our first request is that you join the PTA. Your membership allows us all to support our students and teachers. We will highlight monthly how your support enhances their high school experience. 

Next Up:

• Wednesday, September 14, Principal's Coffee Google Meet, 9:00am.
• Monday, September 19, In-Person Open House
  • Open House Schedule, 
    • NOTE: 0 period starts at 6:00pm
    • 1st period starts at 6:30pm
• Tuesday, October 11, PTA Zoom Meeting - Hope to see you online!

Welcome back to school!

Marjut Herzog, PMHS PTA President

Theresa Mohan, PMHS PTA President-elect

Please join us at our first (Virtual) 2022 PMHS PTA Meeting on Tuesday, October 11 at 7:00PM via Zoom

We will have votes on our budget, discuss goals and meet key representatives who guide our school and district.

Save the Date: 2022-2023 Meetings

Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at 7:00PM

Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 7:00PM

Tuesday, May 1, 2023 at 7:00PM

We are seeking volunteers for open PMHS PTA positions:

• Click here to learn more and you can always email us with any questions
• Treasurer-in-Training to take over as full Treasurer in 2023-2024
• School Spirit-wear volunteers for tables at the Pelham Market 
• Multicultural Events and Programming Committee
• We would appreciate suggestions on ways that you'd like to contribute.

• “Like” the Pelham Memorial High School PTA Facebook Page
• Join our Class Parent Grade Level Groups by clicking the icons on our PMHS PTA website

Pelham’s Special Education Parent-Teacher Association (SEPTA) is a district-wide organization of parents, administrators, and teaching staff, dedicated to the support and education of families with exceptional children.

SEPTA meets 3-4 times a year, and provides guest speakers on topics such as advocacy, learning styles, and innovative support programs and therapies. 

Please Join SEPTA when you join the PMHS PTA. Visit our SEPTA website and join our private Facebook group for resources, support, and community. 

Principal's Coffees provide the opportunity for regularly-scheduled communication with PMHS parents, families, and our administrative team. They feature highlights and announcements along with in-the-moment Q&A with the principal and other administrative staff or faculty members.

Join the Virtual PMHS "Principal's Coffee/Supper" Meetings

Wednesday September 14, 9:00am 

Tuesday October 11, during PTA Evening meeting (7:00pm) 

Wednesday November 9, 9:00am

Wednesday December 7, 6:30pm - Evening meeting

See the District calendar for 2023 events.

Monday, September 26 and Tuesday September 27 No School (Rosh Hashanah)

• Handy and Important Counseling To-do Checklists are provided for your students by Counseling Services.
• Yearbook photos for students in Grades 9, 10, 11 will take place on October 6th & 7th.
• The use of phones and other electronic devices in classrooms and study halls is prohibited. They distract students significantly. They must be turned off and stored in the student’s backpack or locker during class time.
• Community service: All high school students are required to record their community service hours through www.volunteeraccess.com in order to fulfill their graduation requirement; students should select Pelham Memorial High School and log in using their Google Classroom address.

• Remind your Seniors to check their @pelhamschools.org email everyday so they don't miss Virtual College visits listed in Daily Announcements & important updates from Counseling Services.
• Starting 10/1/2022: Set-up your FSA ID and fill out the FAFSA form.
• Bookmark the Class of 2023 Info page as a reference.

  For any questions or concerns related to the Class of '23, please post questions on your parent Facebook group or reach out to our parent liaisons: Beth Blanc and Antoinette Vitale. 

• The 11th Grade PSAT offered in October is the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT); Test day: Wednesday, October 12, 2022.
• Service Academy applications are now available for interested students.
• Bookmark the Class of 2024 Info page as a reference.

For any questions or concerns related to the Class of '24, please post questions on your parent Facebook group or reach out to our parent liaisons: Michelle Simon, Sara Mallach and Jamie Giuseppi.

• Join the Class of 2025 Parent/Guardian Facebook Group
• Bookmark the Class of 2025 Info page as a reference

For any questions or concerns related to the Class of '25, please post questions on your parent Facebook group or reach out to our parent liaisons: Erin Ginsburg and Chiara Goodyear.

• Join the Class of 2026 Parent/Guardian Facebook Group
• Bookmark the Class of 2026 Info page as a reference

For any questions or concerns related to the Class of '26, please post questions on your parent Facebook group or reach out to our parent liaisons: Karen Beatty, Mayuri Gonzalez and Erica Winter.

Link to our Community Partners on our Website. We will spotlight different partners with teen focused programs/activities each month.

The goal of our 2-part Binge Drinking program is to reduce injury and save lives, by giving students the information they need to take action before tragedy strikes. 

Unlike traditional anti-drinking campaigns, our practical presentations teach students what to do in real life situations.