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Good Morning Birch Lane Families, The PTA committee link sent out last week was not working properly. Please use the following link to complete the form if you are interested in joining a committee for next year. https://forms.gle/9DxvZcYKdN5fEvbL6 Best Regards, Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Morning Birch Lane Families, Previous experience has taught us that many children move from our school during the summer months. Having this information early on helps us in planning for the following school year. Please take a moment to click on the link below and complete the information on this form for your youngest/only child. https://forms.gle/UBQv3u8vT1keAFaJ9 Best Regards, Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Morning Birch Lane Families, Please see the attached letter regarding early dismissal days. A hard copy will be coming home in backpacks this afternoon. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TcgYKmb85GYKw33my461OSM_ACsOpmt5/view?usp=drive_link Best, Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Afternoon Fifth Grade Families, We have just a few more events before we send our fifth graders off to Berner. Please look over the dates and details below. Feel free to reach out with any questions. Yearbook Breakfast: Tuesday, June 17. We will use the same order that was placed for the Crestwood Breakfast. Students are asked to wear their fifth grade shirts. Berner Orientation and Moving Up Rehearsal at MHS: Friday, June 20th. Buses will take students to and from both. Again, students are asked to wear their class shirts. Yearbook Signing: Monday, June 23rd. Students will have time to walk around the building and have their teachers sign their yearbooks. Moving Up Ceremony: Tuesday, June 24th. Click on the link for all details. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VrsIZdT2fsICnBnte0vClgEdvy1Kauo03_nuuFMDIr4/edit?usp=sharing 5th Grade clap out: Friday, June 27th. All parents/guardians who are interested may join in on the Nassau Street sidewalk. Students will begin walking around 10:10 a.m.

Good Afternoon, Please see the correct links for the PTA class parent and committee interest sign up forms... https://forms.gle/eHqbUrDSYCnf1qDh8 Class Parent Sign Up https://forms.gle/zPeheFgtcXPL5bG96 Committee Interest Sign Up

Dear Birch Lane Families, We are already beginning to plan for next year! Please see the following information and sign ups for class parents and committees for 2025-2026. We will hold a brief information zoom meeting on Wednesday June 25th at 7:30pm if you have questions or want to learn more about volunteer opportunities! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1IjFvJEPzY8ykb3CAGgZjwMdrlaLZyNGpi3FkPO-g_TI/edit?usp=drive_link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1p_bVXHpPCNbsTRjHF6E_BPbRlM86QejD5O9jDW_tyI0/edit?usp=drive_link https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PU-kYHM4tD6GmVt3bb5_-SLjsDQpxoW52tV2ct0OZjc/edit?usp=drive_link https://docs.google.com/document/d/128NBeAYEciAc3Dm8ZqEAcjOQJEopEq48_I4srfdotXc/edit?usp=drive_link -Birch Lane PTA

Dear Parents/Guardians, We are happy to announce that we will be holding our traditional Flag Day ceremony at Birch Lane tomorrow morning. As in years past, the Massapequa Elks will be joining us for this moving and patriotic celebration . Our celebration will be held for students in grades 3 through 5 and take place outside (weather permitting) in front of our main entrance. The program will include a presentation of the history of the American Flag from members of our student government and the Elks along with the playing of patriotic music performed by our advanced band, orchestra, and chorus. The celebration will begin promptly at 9:45 a.m. and parents/guardians are welcome to join us. In the event of inclement weather, we will hold a smaller ceremony inside for students only. Unfortunately, if the ceremony needs to be moved inside, parents/guardians will not be able to join us. We hope to see you tomorrow morning! Best Regards, Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Hello Families, If you ordered a school supply kit for next school year, pickups will be on Tuesday, June 17th from 4 - 7 pm in the GP room. If you have any questions, please contact Colleen Wildes or Maria Joyce at birchlanesupplykits@gmail.com. Thank you! School Supply Kit Committee

Good Afternoon Fifth Grade Families, Just a few notes for tomorrow's trip... All students are asked to wear their class shirts All students should wear sneakers. Kanes are not allowed. Arrival is at 8:10 tomorrow morning Students must be dropped off by a parent/guardian. They are not permitted to ride their bikes to school due to the change in arrival cell phones are not permitted on the trip Best Regards, Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Afternoon Birch Lane Families, Please see the attached flyer for the PTA's Summer Kickoff Carnival. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1P4zwRVZGtlrflgJ2z6I9hSU6RYnOKvDS/view?usp=drive_link Best Regards, Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Morning Fifth Grade Families, Our celebratory trip to Crestwood Day Camp is scheduled for tomorrow! Please note that students are to report to Birch Lane at 8:10 tomorrow morning for a quick bagel breakfast. Arrival will be through the main entrance (GP Room doors). All details for the trip are included in the attached letter. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kKSw8Z5b0AuouUCx7ptDDrKLiHdP6O4KaVdd5xcDlpM/edit?usp=sharing We are looking forward to a fabulous day! Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Afternoon Fifth Grade Families, Just a friendly reminder to complete the Crestwood Breakfast form by the end of the day today. https://forms.gle/ULAPKPXwkpMzbCedA Best Regards, Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Afternoon Fifth Grade Families, Our celebratory trip to Crestwood is next week. Please see the attached letter for all details. The breakfast form for the morning of the trip must be completed by tomorrow afternoon. Link to complete the form is included in the letter. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JDH-4DySAUV_JfQO1wwNaAfaAsKAeZ1h/view?usp=drive_link Best Regards, Stephen Aspetti

Good Morning Kindergarten Parents, Our Kindergarten Recital will be taking place on Friday, June 20th. The celebration will begin at 9:45 in our General Purpose Room. Due to space restrictions, two guests are permitted for each student. Kindly click on the link below to complete our guest form. https://forms.gle/i8NkXugv5zUctkBt8 Best Regards, Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Morning Birch Lane Families, We apologize for the late notice, but if possible, we are requesting for students to avoid riding bikes to school today. Most of our field is being utilized for Field Day activities and there won't be much room to park bikes on our grounds. Of course, if this is their only option today, we will find a place for their bikes. Best Regards, Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Afternoon Birch Lane Families, Please see the June edition of the PTA's Birch Twig. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lBbY60ts2p61TRVr5eCzLQWK98V9Pd6F/view?usp=drive_link Best Regards, Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Good Morning Birch Lane Families, Please see the attached letter regarding head lice in the building. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nDOfDdhxsh7FvaM3GYQA2ay8_NiuOphz/view?usp=drive_link

Good Morning Birch Lane Families, We hope this message finds you all enjoying this beautiful weather! We are writing to inform you of an important safety procedure regarding the use of electric bicycles (e-bikes) and electric scooters (e-scooters) on school property. To ensure the safety of all students and staff, e-bikes and e-scooters are not permitted on school grounds at any time. We have all observed an increase in the use of these vehicles, and while we understand their convenience, they pose significant safety risks in a busy school environment. Thank you for your understanding and support in helping us maintain a safe and welcoming environment for everyone! If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us. Best Regards, Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin

Grade 3 Instrumental Music Meeting- Dear Parent(s)/Guardian of 3rd Grade Students, There will be an informational meeting for parents of beginner students today, Thursday, May 29th at 6:30pm at the Massapequa High School Band Room (room 105). The Instrumental Music Program will be explained and there will be an opportunity for parents to ask questions of the instrumental music staff. We look forward to seeing your child take part in this exciting musical adventure. Respectfully, Vincent Green, Director of Fine and Performing Arts

Good Morning Birch Lane Families, One clarification...The Field Day Snack Form should only be filled out by parents who have children with food restrictions. Best Regards, Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin