
Our PTA's Mission
At PS56, we recognize there has never been a greater need for a mutually collaborative relationship between the families of students and the educators and administrators charged with their academic and emotional well-being. The PTA is in charge of creating bridges of communication among all the different stakeholders.
Every parent's voice is important and should be made to feel welcome. Every teacher and administrator should feel their hard work is recognized and their input is appreciated. Together, we can create an engaging environment where our students will flourish and be set on their path to becoming responsible global citizens.
2025-2026 Executive Board
We're here to help! Reach out to any of the board members directly with questions or feedback (all accessible via Konstella), or use pta@ps56k.org.
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​Presidents: Beatriz Congar (beatriz@ps56k.org) & Jessie Cohen (fundraising@ps56k.org)
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Vice Presidents: Shira Moss & Lauren Tucker
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Corresponding Secretaries: Corey Apar Kahn (corey@ps56k.org) & Mirianna Acevedo
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Treasurer: Sarah Spagnolo (treasurer@ps56k.org)
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Financial Secretary: April Greene (treasurer@ps56k.org)
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Recording Secretaries: Amelia Felbinger & Makayla Mota
General PTA Meetings
Meetings are typically held on the third Wednesday of each month, online and occasionally in-person. All PS 56 parents and staff are encouraged to attend.
And remember -- any parent, grandparent, and guardian with a child attending PS56 is automatically a PTA member!
Meetings Dates for the ‘25 - ‘26 school year
Monday, Sept 15 - 7pm
Wednesday, Oct 15 - 6pm (In Person)
Wednesday, Nov 19 - 7pm
Wednesday, Dec 17 - 7pm
Wednesday, Jan 21 - 6pm (In Person)
Wednesday, Feb 11 - 7pm
Wednesday March 18 - 6pm (In Person)
Wednesday, April 15 - 7pm
Wednesday, May 20 - 6pm (In Person)
Wednesday, June 10 - 7pm
PTA Committees
Get involved and make a difference in the PS56 community – it takes a village! Find the Committees section in Konstella and sign up. If you have an interest or idea for a new committee, reach out to the PTA board at pta@ps56k.org to help with next steps.
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​5th Grade Committee​
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Class Parents
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Community Closet
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​Design Committee
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​​Fundraising Committee​​
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Gates Avenue Green Team
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Pride Committee
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Reading Campground Event
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STEAM 56 Event
