Author: Walt Whitman PTA

Field Day Lunch Orders

Field Day Lunch Orders

Field Day 2024 will be Tuesday, June 11th, (rain date 6/14) and it will be including lunch! Please fill out this form to place your child’s food order.  Please note due to allergy safety concerns, you must fill out this form for your child to receive food. All orders must be received by May 28th.

Questions? Contact: Melanie Eisenberg, Elana Gofman and Melissa Forman.

   

Please note: Even if you did NOT select a Field Day t-shirt size – your child will STILL get one.

5th Grade Seat Lottery

5th Grade Seat Lottery

The 5th Grade Moving Up seat selection will be held Monday, May 20th from 2:45-3:15pm outside the walker pick up area at Whitman.

Each family may pick a number that will determine your seats for the moving up ceremony. We will have both the seating chart showing the audience seats as well as the diagram showing your child on the stage which you have already received.  You will either pick from the right side lottery or the left side lottery, depending on your child’s location on the stage.

While each family is given 4 seats for graduation, the assigned seats chosen Monday will only be for 2 seats. The other 2 seats will be “general admission” in the 4th row and back.  We understand this may be stressful for some families however, fairness and space constraints dictate this decision. Young children are welcome to sit on their parents’ lap.

If you are unable to attend Monday’s seat selection and would like a friend to pick for you please email us at presidents@waltwhitmanpta.org to provide your authorization. For any remaining families who do not pick or send a proxy, we will pick for you and can provide you with a recording of it on request. Thank you and good luck!

Inna and Karen 

Teacher & Staff Awards 2024

Teacher & Staff Awards 2024

Our Teachers & Staff 2024 Award Recipients:

NYS PTA Honorary Life: Ms. O’Toole, Ms. Witzenbocker

NYS PTA Golden Oak: Ms. Weist

NYS PTA Community Service: Walt Whitman Security Staff

WW Triple Gold: Ms. Levien

Certificate of Appreciation (Retirement): Mr. Rizzi, Ms. Moffett

2024-25 Committees Are Up!

2024-25 Committees Are Up!

We’re excited to announce that Walt Whitman Elementary PTA is reinvigorating many of our pre-pandemic committees with even some new ones and we’re eager for your participation!

As valued partners in your child’s educational journey, your energy and dedication are essential to our school community. Whether you’re passionate about literacy, event planning, or simply making a difference, there’s a place for you on one of our dynamic committees. From igniting a love for reading with our Book Fair team to creating cherished memories with our Fun Fair group, there’s something for everyone. Your involvement shapes the experiences and opportunities we provide for our students.

Specific dates for committee activities will be out in June, but rest assured, we’ll keep you informed every step of the way. We encourage you to seize this opportunity to become an integral part of your child’s education.

Remember, teamwork makes the dream work. Visit our website for committee details and submit your application by May 31st. Thank you for your unwavering commitment and dedication!

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at presidents@waltwhitmanpta.org.

Click on the Committees Tab to find out about the new committees and how you can let us know what you are interested in!

Planting Day is Here!

Planting Day is Here!

It’s time to get our hands dirty and celebrate Planting Day! Join us as we honor Earth Day by planting the remaining plants from our sale alongside the kids all day on May 14th. We’ve also saved a special space for our graduating 5th graders. It’s going to be a day filled with greenery, laughter, and memories you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just eager to lend a hand, everyone is welcome to join in the fun!

Questions? Contact: Melissa Wallentin and Joanne Fang