Past Events

It was an amazing, Student Council-sponsored week filled with School Spirit. 

Monday April 7th - Culture Day
Wear something that represents your culture.

Tuesday, April 8th - School Spirit Day
Wear your PS 122 school merchandise. 

Wednesday, April 9th - Decade Day
Pick your favorite decade and dress the part.

Thursday, April 10th - Sports Day
Wear your favorite sports gear.

Friday, April 11th - Pajama Day
Students are permitted to wear pajamas to school.

Friday, April 25th
6:00 - 8:00pm

Members of our school community had an exclusive evening of fun throughout the Kanga's playspace. 

It was an amazing, Student Council-sponsored week filled with School Spirit. 

Monday April 7th - Culture Day
Wear something that represents your culture.

Tuesday, April 8th - School Spirit Day
Wear your PS 122 school merchandise. 

Wednesday, April 9th - Decade Day
Pick your favorite decade and dress the part.

Thursday, April 10th - Sports Day
Wear your favorite sports gear.

Friday, April 11th - Pajama Day
Students are permitted to wear pajamas to school.

April 8th - Kindergarten, 1st Grade & 2nd Grade
April 9th - 3rd Grade, 4th Grade & 5th Grade

It was a fantastic time at Ms. Milo's annual family game night! 

With games, a bake sale, crafts, raffles, entertainment, and a flea market - there was something for everyone. 

Friday, February 28th

Students purchased $1 and $2 snacks during their lunchbreak. Every purchase supports the PTO and its enrichment initiatives for the school!

Friday, February 28th

Stomping Ground Photography returned to the school to take pictures of students who were absent from the initial picture day and anyone who wanted to retake their photos. 

February 10th - 14th

Mindfulness Monday: wore BLUE, took 2 minutes during the day & practiced deep breathing

Think Positive Tuesday: wore YELLOW, each class was given a "ray of sunshine" and each student wrote a positive message on it

Wonderful Wednesday: wore PINK, gave someone a compliment or wore something that reflects respect

Thankful Thursday: wore GREEN, during 1st period students shared what they're grateful for

Friendship Friday: wore MATCHING OUTFITS with a friend, a few friends, or a group

Friday, February 14th

For the 2nd year, the PTO delivered over 4000 wooden roses to classrooms, students, and staff to celebrate friendship and caring. 

Monday, January 27th

4:45pm - 6:30pm

The UFT held a virtual workshop about the information included in the different sections of an IEP, reviewed special education services, and provided guiding questions to help craft an IEP. 

Tuesday, January 28th

With school closed on January 29th in observance of the Lunar New Year, the school community had a private open-play event from 6:00 - 8:00pm! 

Friday, January 24th

The school community came together for an in-school movie night with pizza, snacks, and fun.

Thursday, January 16th

The PTO and Administration shared about enrichment activities for each grade, presented departmental reports & updates, discussed upcoming celebrations for the 100th anniversary of PS 122, and celebrated the December students of the month.

Friday, December 20th

Students in all grades could purchase food and non-food treats after lunch. All proceeds go to support the PTO!   

Thursday, December 19th

The PTO and Administration shared about enrichment activities for each grade, presented departmental reports & updates, discussed upcoming celebrations for the 100th anniversary of PS 122, and celebrated the November students of the month.

December 16th - 20th

The PS 122 Student Council organized a week full of fun to celebrate our school and the holidays!

• Monday - Wear your grade color

• Tuesday - Dress as your favorite character

• Wednesday - Wear a crazy hat or hairstyle

• Thursday - Show off your favorite holiday attire

• Friday - Pajama Day 

December 2nd - December 16th

We're collecting new and gently used warm winter coats for those in need. Drop off yours in the PS 122 Lobby! 

December 10th, 11th & 12th

Students and their grown ups joined PS 122's librarian Ms. Martinez and Parent Coordinator Ms. Judy Milo to shop the annual Scholastic Book Fair. 

Sunday, December 8th
11:00am - 5:00pm
PS 122 Cafeteria

We kicked off the holiday season! Supporting local small businesses and the PS 122 PTO. 

November 21st & November 22nd

Stomping Ground Photography took class pictures and individual photographs for Pre--K through 5th grade! Retakes will happen on February 28th. 

Thursday, November 21st

The PTO and Administration shared about enrichment activities for each grade, presented departmental reports & updates, a sneak peek from the Chorus, and celebrated the October students of the month.

Saturday, November 9th

We hosted a mini maker's market for students to celebrate our school community's young crafters and entrepreneurs. There were creative, incredible handmade items and much holiday shopping!  

Friday, November 8th

Stomping Ground Photography took class pictures, individual photographs, and 8th grade cap & gown photos. 

Friday, October 25th

The 3rd annual District 30 Trunk or Treat was a huge success, bringing together the community for holiday fun!

Friday, October 18th

Students in all grades could purchase food and non-food treats after lunch. All proceeds go to support the PTO!   

Thursday, October 17th

The PTO and Administration shared about enrichment activities for each grade, presented departmental reports & updates, nominations & voting for vacant PTO & SLT positions, and we celebrated the first students of the month for the 2024-2025 school year. 

Friday, September 20th

Elected officials, school administration, and students joined together to celebrate the renaming of Ditmars as Mamie Fay Way between 19th & 21st Streets, in honor of the trailblazing first principal of PS 122.

Thursday, September 19th
6:30pm

PS 122 Auditorium

Faculty and your PTO spoke about school activities, enrichment opportunities for each grade, and what's in store for the 2024-2025 school year!

Meeting Slides
Meeting Minutes

Saturday, September 14th
1:00 - 4:00pm

Astoria Park Lawn

The PTO kickoff to the 2024-2025 school year.

Thursday, September 12th
4:30 - 5:30pm & 6:00 - 7:00pm

Parents & guardians met their student's teacher and learned about classroom activities for the school year! 

Wednesday, September 4th
10:00am

Kindergarten teachers met incoming students and outlined what to expect at the beginning of school. 

Thursday, June 20th
6:30 - 8:00pm

A recap of final school events & activities, the 2023-2024 enrichment programming, budget approval for the 2024-2025 PTO initiatives, presentation of May and June's Students of the Month, and a special celebration of Principal Aprea as she retires this summer. 

Tuesday, June 18th
6:00pm - 8:00pm 

PS122 families had an exclusive evening of fun at Kanga's playspace. All proceeds supported the PTO for future initiatives. 

Friday, May 31st
6:30 - 8:00pm

As always, this was a wonderful evening with food and drink from 30 countries. An annual opportunity to interact with our school community and celebrate our rich cultural diversity. 

May 28th, 29th & 30th

K - 8 students will enjoy a morning of track & field activities and tons of fun! 

Thursday, May 16th
6:30pm
PS 122 Auditorium

Hear updates on school events & activities, learn about fundraising opportunities and enrichment programming, and celebrate the students of the month. Vote for the 2024-2025 PTO Executive Board and hear a selection from the Chorus.   

April 18th to May 13th

Many of our school's special programming and events, as well as classroom and family support, are dependent on the PTO's ability to organize and raise funds. Without a full board, programs or classroom needs could go unfunded. Email the PTO at ps122pto@gmail.com for more information.

Thursday, April 18th
6:30pm
PS 122 Auditorium

Hear updates on school events & activities, learn about fundraising opportunities and enrichment programming, and celebrate the students of the month. And stay for a special performance of Peter & the Wolf from Dance Matters.  

Thursday, March 21st
6:30pm
PS 122 Auditorium

Hear updates on school events & activities, learn about fundraising opportunities and enrichment programming, and celebrate the students of the month. 

Tuesday, April 16th & Wednesday, April 17th

6pm - 8pm
PS 122 First Floor

Elementary school families joined in for games, arts and crafts, entertainment, a flea market, a bake sale, and amazing raffles from local businesses.

Saturday, April 13th
11am - 5pm
PS 122 Auditorium

A day filled with Handmade artisans and summer camp providers to promote small and local businesses, celebrate some of the talents of our school community, and fundraise for the PTO.

Thursday, March 28th

Our school once again celebrated an annual “Read Aloud Day.” During this schoolwide event, there was one reader in every classroom bringing new and familiar stories to life!

Thursday, March  21st
6:30pm
PS 122 Auditorium

Hear updates on school events & activities, learn about fundraising opportunities and enrichment programming, and celebrate the students of the month. 

February 1st - 29th

The PTO was excited to host this year's annual Read-A-Thon for grades K-5.

Our priority is to make sure that our students have the tools they need to learn and grow. We can't do that without your support. All Funds raised go towards Arts Enrichment, STEM/ STEAM Programming, Classroom, and Family Assistance, Graduation Gifts and so much more!

Thursday, February 16th
6:30pm
PS 122 Auditorium

Hear updates on school events & activities, learn about fundraising opportunities and enrichment programming, and celebrate the students of the month. 

February 14th

A Valentine’s Day Friendship Gram Fundraiser with wooden roses sent to anyone in the school or at home — including teachers, staff, your entire classroom, students in other classes, family members, and loved ones. Individual $1 roses and bulk full-class roses were available. 

Friday, January 26th
PS 122 Auditorium
Doors Open: 6:30pm
Movie Starts: 7:00pm

Suggested donation of $5 per family. Food & drink available for purchase. 

January 22nd & 23rd
Stomping Ground Photography

Individual & class photos. Retake day is March 4th. 

Thursday, January 18th
6:30pm
PS 122 Auditorium

Hear updates on school events & activities, learn about fundraising opportunities and enrichment programming, and celebrate the students of the month. 

Wednesday, December 20th
6:30pm
PS 122 Auditorium

Hear updates on school events & activities, learn about fundraising opportunities and enrichment programming, and celebrate the students of the month. 

Saturday, December 9th
11:00am - 5:00pm
PS 122 Auditorium

Community vendors, adults & kids, selling their handmade goods in a celebration of our school community. Promotion of small and local businesses and another opportunity to fundraise for the PTO.

November 18, 2023
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Queens UFT Office
118-35 Queens Blvd. 8th Floor  Forest Hills, NY 11375

Workshops on topics of interest to public school parents and caregivers, breakfast, lunch, raffles, guest speakers, and entertainment. 

Council Member Tiffany Cabán's office is collecting ideas for projects that work to create a safer, healthier District 22. 

Through Participatory Budgeting in New York City (PBNYC), community members directly decide how to spend at least $1,000,000 in participating Council Districts.

Any questions? Contact the Council Member's office via email at district22@council.nyc.gov or by phone at 718-274-4500.

Friday, October 27th
Astoria Park Parking Lot
4:30pm - 8:00pm

Friday, October 20th
$5 suggestion donation per family
Pizza & snacks available for sale!

Sunday, October 1st
1:00 - 3:00pm
Astoria Park

Friday, September 29th
All snacks $1 or $2

Nominate yourself or someone else for the 2023-2024 PTO Executive Board!

Let’s celebrate the rich cultural diversity of our school community through food, sharing and entertainment. Attendees are welcome to wear clothing and accessories from around the world. Interact with other families and faculty from our school community. Suggested donation of $10 per family.

PS 122 Students created art in class or at home and now you can purchase their masterpieces on a variety of items in their catalog. It’s a lot of fun and they make great gifts! Order by May 17th.

Join PS 122 at Citi Field to see the New York Mets take on the Cleveland Guardians. A portion of each ticket purchase will go to the PS 122 PTO. 

To celebrate all the hard work your students have put in this year, District 30 invites you to a day of fun for the whole family. 

You have a vital role to play in electing a strong Education Council that can successfully advocate for your school. There are 50 candidates and 7 of them are part of our PS122 community.

The Panel for Educational Policy, or PEP, allows for parent involvement on a citywide level. Responsible for significant decisions affecting the education system, the panel votes on the Chancellor’s proposed education policies and advises the Chancellor on general matters affecting the city’s school districts and its students.

There are so many exciting projects to choose from this year…from a pedestrian space on 21st and Astoria Blvd, to mobile science labs for public schools, to a girls basketball Team at the Boys & Girls Club. Vote for your top three projects on the capital page and three more projects on expense ballots page.

To support our students who are fasting in observance of Ramadan, there will be a designated table outside of the cafeteria for anyone who decides that they would like to sit separately from students who are eating lunch.

Shine this summer with STEM! Students entering kindergarten through grade 12 in September 2023 can apply now to attend enrichment programs with STEM Matters NYC. Get your hands dirty in the garden, encounter amazing animals, or design an art or engineering project. 

We're holding a READ-A-THON and we REALLY need everyone’s participation! If you have not already done so, click here to activate your reader’s personal page. It’s easy to register and helps us meet our financial needs!

Join us on Zoom for the December PTO General Meeting. We'll be providing updates on recent fundraisers as well as the upcoming Read-a-thon. Parents will be asked to vote on some budgetary line items. Stay tuned for Student of the Month and departmental reports from the administration.

Join us at the book fair and help our school earn money for new books & literacy materials for classrooms and the school library. Family members are invited to visit the book fair during their child’s assigned time. 

Cascon Bakery is a local, family-owned business that has been open since 1975. Their 7″ cheesecakes come in 5 flavors.. To order, return the order form and payment to your child’s teacher by December 12th. A portion of each sale supports the PS 122 PTO. 

Join the PTO in supporting your PS 122 teachers in their DonorsChoose campaigns and your contributions will be matched dollar-for-dollar. 

The Meadow Farms fundraiser will kick off on 11/1. The PTO receives 40% of the profits which will help raise funds for enrichment programs, teacher equipment requests, and grocery and field trip assistance for families in need. 

Join us for Halloween fun sponsored by District 30 Superintendent Composto’s Office. Attendees are welcome to wear costumes and visit all the “trunks” for treats sponsored by schools and government offices in our district.

We're happily accepting allergy-friendly candy donations for the event. All items must be store-bought and individually wrapped for safety. Please avoid donating any candy with nuts. Donations can be dropped off in the PS122 lobby on Thursday or Friday, October 27th or 28th. 

Each year, we seek much needed donations to support the arts enrichment programs we provide for your children. We need your help to make this possible! See the backpacked letter with details. 

Join PS 122 at Citi Field on September 18th at 1:40pm as the Mets take on the Pittsburgh Pirates! A portion of the proceeds benefit your PTO.

Kick off the new school year by meeting your PTO board members and other PS 122 families!! Bring your own blanket. Snacks and school merch available for sale.