Support Our School

The PTA creates a vibrant community where:

  • Families go from anonymous to known

  • Kids go from strangers to friends

  • School and student needs go from open to funded

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Your PTA at work

Thanks to generous parent support, the PTA funds programs and events that make our school vibrant and connected:

  • Active play with Soccer Super Stars recess coaches

  • Teacher support: classroom supplies and enrichment

  • Beloved community traditions:

    • Fall Welcome Picnic in Morningside Park

    • Scholastic Book Fairs (Fall & Spring)

    • Winter Fest & Spring Fair

    • STEM Night & Literacy Night

    • Picture Day

    • Kindergarten and 5th Grade Graduations

We can’t do it without you. Every donation helps keep beloved events affordable, supports teachers and students, and strengthens the bonds that make our school community special.

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Last year, we raised $57,000. Here’s how it was used:

66%

Student Enrichment: recess coaches, field day, books

12%

Community Events: WinterFest, Spring Fair, etc.

8%

Teacher Support: school supplies, STEM and art materials

We’re aiming to raise $100,000 for the 2025-2026 school year to continue serving our growing school community.

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Urgent Need

Recess is better with Soccer Super Stars! Professional coaches keep play safe, active, and fun. The PTA and school share the cost and this year, the PTA needs to raise $32,376 to fund coaches for 2025–2026.

Support Recess Coaches

Recess coaches turn unstructured time into an opportunity for growth — physically, socially, and emotionally, while keeping kids safe, active, and happy.

Promote safe, structured play to model positive play behaviors to help students feel welcome and included.

Build social and emotional skills through encouraging fun over competition and promoting sportsmanship. 

Increase physical activity which improves attention, memory, and mood so students can return to class calmer, more focused, and ready to learn.

The PTA succeeds when our school feels smaller.

P.S. 165 becomes a place where we know one another, support one another, and grow together.

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  • Book Fair Committee

    Dedicated team promoting literacy in our community through planning and executing the Scholastic book fair and bringing authors in for readings.

  • Winterfest Committee

    Ignites winter wonder with Winterfest, a December free event for all families and the community. Spark joy and community for all!

  • Spring Fair Committee

    Brings the Spring Fair to life, creating a joyful celebration that unites students, families, and the school community.

  • Budget Committee

    Manages and oversees the PTA budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and financial planning to support PTA activities and school needs.

  • Culture & Inclusion Committee

    Fostering respect and understanding among students and families by celebrating cultures and promoting a welcoming community.

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