Dear Birch Lane Families,
Make Thanksgiving a little sweeter while supporting our school! The Birch Lane PTA is launching our Thanksgiving Pie Fundraiser with Vin’s Bake Shop in Massapequa Park, and ordering opens today!
Order dates: October 26–November 14
Pickup dates: November 24 & 25, from 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
Along with ordering treats for your holiday table, we’re offering two special ways to spread a little Thanksgiving kindness:
🥧 Donate a Tri-Pie
Choose the option to donate a Tri-Pie—a delicious combination of apple, blueberry, and cherry—to the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition. It’s a sweet way to share some comfort and show your support this Thanksgiving.
🧡 “Pie Your Teacher” — A Thanksgiving Thank-You!
Help us treat our wonderful Birch Lane teachers and staff! Please consider contributing, to be collected via Cheddar Up. These contributions will help us purchase Thanksgiving pies for all teachers and staff as a heartfelt gift of appreciation for everything they do for our children.
Thank you for supporting the Birch Lane PTA and helping us spread gratitude throughout our school and community!
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/holiday-pie-sale26/fundraiser/details
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ug5lcVTTaJAhz_QmZsqi49igVHK1GR-b/view?usp=drive_link
Good Evening Birch Lane Families,
As a reminder, our Toiletry Drive to support our veterans is underway and will run through November 16. Thank you for helping us honor those who have served. Click the link below for more information.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/14On3rGyUFSrRDuxUD5h8yZAAa7m3j8qP/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
As a reminder, our Toiletry Drive to support our veterans is underway and will run through November 16. Thank you for helping us honor those who have served. Click the link below for more information.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/14On3rGyUFSrRDuxUD5h8yZAAa7m3j8qP/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Good Afternoon Birch Lane Families,
As you know, our students and staff were invited to wear Birch Lane blue and white tomorrow in recognition of World Kindness Day. Because tomorrow is also our last day of school before Veterans Day, we would love to expand our spirit day to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. We invite everyone to add red to their blue and white tomorrow so we can proudly wear red, white, and blue together.
While practicing kindness remains a daily priority at Birch Lane, we want to take this special opportunity to place an extra emphasis on showing our deep respect, gratitude, and appreciation for our nation's heroes.
Thank you for your continued support in helping our students honor our veterans while spreading kindness throughout our school community.
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
As you know, our students and staff were invited to wear Birch Lane blue and white tomorrow in recognition of World Kindness Day. Because tomorrow is also our last day of school before Veterans Day, we would love to expand our spirit day to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. We invite everyone to add red to their blue and white tomorrow so we can proudly wear red, white, and blue together.
While practicing kindness remains a daily priority at Birch Lane, we want to take this special opportunity to place an extra emphasis on showing our deep respect, gratitude, and appreciation for our nation's heroes.
Thank you for your continued support in helping our students honor our veterans while spreading kindness throughout our school community.
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Hi Birch Lane families!
We’re one day away from Chiefs After Dark, our Parents Night Out Fall Fundraiser! Grab a friend and join us for music bingo, incredible raffle baskets, and a silent auction packed with one-of-a-kind experiences from our Birch Lane teachers and staff.
Tuesday, November 10 | 7–10 p.m.
Unqua Corinthian Yacht Club
Plans free up at the last minute? Come on down! Admission tickets will be available at the door. We’d love to see you there!
🎟️ Buy admission tickets
🏆 Buy raffle tickets
💙 Browse and bid in the silent auction — bidding closes Tuesday at 10 p.m.
Can’t make it? You can still buy raffle tickets or bid online. You don’t have to be there to win!
Every ticket and bid helps bring experiences like school assemblies, the Holiday Fair, and Field Day to our Birch Lane kids. Thank you for making those moments possible. See you tomorrow night!
Go Chiefs! 💙💛
Lauren Carollo
Birch Lane PTA President
A friendly reminder. If your child is interested, please complete the form by Friday.
Good Morning Fifth Grade Families,
Some of our MHS French students have put together an opportunity for an after school French Enrichment Experience. Please click on the flyer for details. If your child is interested, please click and complete the Let's Speak French form.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13D-mcg1BhLo10WU-B7AbOTAWbL_kpDsY/view?usp=drive_link
Form: https://forms.gle/7tBPvQShzkCMkTVw9
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce larkin
Good Afternoon Birch Lane Families,
Please see the November edition of the PTA's Birch Twig.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1213JPEG-69T2timDMHxidznvb9iAo3Gn/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Please see the November edition of the PTA's Birch Twig.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1213JPEG-69T2timDMHxidznvb9iAo3Gn/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Good Afternoon Birch Lane Families,
Tuesday, November 10th is Kindness Day at Birch Lane. Please click on the link for details.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16NHkaRgeRdH1UyMOEPtxWDKNkeFjTkm2/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Tuesday, November 10th is Kindness Day at Birch Lane. Please click on the link for details.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16NHkaRgeRdH1UyMOEPtxWDKNkeFjTkm2/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Good Afternoon Birch Lane Families,
The Kindness Club is organizing a candy donation for our troops. Please see the attached flyer for details.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uYhwjSobOoaUy-8HmvsVWYLxwcixQJEe/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
The Kindness Club is organizing a candy donation for our troops. Please see the attached flyer for details.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uYhwjSobOoaUy-8HmvsVWYLxwcixQJEe/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Good Morning Birch Lane Families,
We are schedule for our Rapid Dismissal Drill on Tuesday, November 24th. Please see the attached letter for details including dismissal times.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18nKKhotEDBXCC-w859kOfiCw3Ob9G07_/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
We are schedule for our Rapid Dismissal Drill on Tuesday, November 24th. Please see the attached letter for details including dismissal times.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18nKKhotEDBXCC-w859kOfiCw3Ob9G07_/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Good Morning Fifth Grade Families,
Some of our MHS French students have put together an opportunity for an after school French Enrichment Experience. Please click on the flyer for details. If your child is interested, please click and complete the Let's Speak French form.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13D-mcg1BhLo10WU-B7AbOTAWbL_kpDsY/view?usp=drive_link
Form: https://forms.gle/7tBPvQShzkCMkTVw9
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce larkin
Our Fall Fundraiser Silent Auction Is Live! 💙💛
Birch Lane’s Chiefs After Dark Fall Fundraiser silent auction is officially open! Take a look at the exciting experiences available, including special activities with our teachers and staff, Principal and Assistant Principal for the Day, and front-row seats to school events!
Browse the auction, find your favorites, and place your bids—all while supporting our Birch Lane students!
👉 Browse the Silent Auction & Start Bidding
Thank you for your support and happy bidding!
Birch Lane PTA
Good Morning Birch Lane Families,
We are so excited for our Halloween celebrations on Friday! As we prepare for a fun-filled day, please take a moment to review the following reminders:
The Halloween Parade will begin at 9:45 a.m. Please refer to the link below for parade details and information.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qIRxfbK-rWksC4nKS0Dwhb6RcSim_JY9/view?usp=drive_linkFor classroom parties that begin immediately following the parade, volunteers should enter through the GP Room doors for the check-in process. Please have a valid photo ID ready upon arrival.
Volunteers attending parties at other times throughout the day should enter through the main entrance for check-in. Please have a valid photo ID ready upon arrival.
All students are expected to remain in school for the full instructional day. To help ensure a smooth and safe dismissal, we ask that volunteers do not sign their children out early unless there is an emergency. As always, if your child will have a change in dismissal plans, please complete the dismissal form and send it in with your child on Friday morning.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1viDvAUM8BJgDGKm0ziJcbSjFtn5gaPfQ/view?usp=drive_linkThe health and safety of our students remain our top priority. Only food items and treats that have been approved by the classroom teacher(s) will be shared during classroom celebrations. Teachers and class parents have worked together to ensure that all items are appropriate and safe for students. Any food items brought to school without prior approval will be sent home.
Thank you for your continued support and consideration. The staff and I look forward to this fun event and to celebrating with our Birch Lane Family on this Halloween Day!
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Dear Parents/Guardians of K-8 Students,
We invite you to read our iReady Parent Letter that includes important information on how to access iReady resources and parent reports.
Please note that your child’s iReady Parent Report will be available on the Parent Portal under the Student Portfolio tab beginning Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Dear Birch Lane Families,
Make Thanksgiving a little sweeter while supporting our school! The Birch Lane PTA is launching our Thanksgiving Pie Fundraiser with Vin’s Bake Shop in Massapequa Park, and ordering opens today!
Order dates: October 26–November 14
Pickup dates: November 24 & 25, from 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
Along with ordering treats for your holiday table, we’re offering two special ways to spread a little Thanksgiving kindness:
🥧 Donate a Tri-Pie
Choose the option to donate a Tri-Pie—a delicious combination of apple, blueberry, and cherry—to the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition. It’s a sweet way to share some comfort and show your support this Thanksgiving.
🧡 “Pie Your Teacher” — A Thanksgiving Thank-You!
Help us treat our wonderful Birch Lane teachers and staff! Please consider contributing, to be collected via Cheddar Up. These contributions will help us purchase Thanksgiving pies for all teachers and staff as a heartfelt gift of appreciation for everything they do for our children.
Thank you for supporting the Birch Lane PTA and helping us spread gratitude throughout our school and community!
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/holiday-pie-sale26/fundraiser/details
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ug5lcVTTaJAhz_QmZsqi49igVHK1GR-b/view?usp=drive_link
Good Morning Birch Lane Families,
Please click on the links below for information on our Wall of Honor and Veterans Toiletry Drive.
Wall of Honor: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fvjKaE0bff60-iqKcQjitfsNghZxmK3X/view?usp=drive_link
Toiletry Drive: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14On3rGyUFSrRDuxUD5h8yZAAa7m3j8qP/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Good Morning Birch Lane Families,
Just a reminder that next week is Red Ribbon Week. Please click on the link for details.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F1fUFAvJ67ntXISAPP9F_If6vA9UFxOS/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Just a reminder that next week is Red Ribbon Week. Please click on the link for details.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F1fUFAvJ67ntXISAPP9F_If6vA9UFxOS/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Hello Birch Lane Families,
💙💛 Don’t Forget to Order Your Chippy Shirt! 💙💛
All students are expected to purchase their grade-level color Chippy shirt! These shirts will be worn for Field Day, field trips and other special school events throughout the year.
Be sure to order your child’s shirt so they’re ready for all the fun ahead!
🛍️ Order Your Chippy Shirt Here (https://shopnewwavesports.com/birchlane/shop/home)
Thank you for helping us show our Birch Lane spirit and keep our Chiefs looking great! 💙💛
Best,
Birch Lane PTA, Spirit Wear Committee
Good Afternoon Birch Lane Families,
Earlier today, we were informed that there was police presence in the neighborhood. As a precaution, we initiated our secure lockout for a brief period of time. All students and staff were safe, and normal school operations continued inside our building.
We would like to thank our students, staff, and families for their cooperation and for following our safety protocols during this time.
Sincerely,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Earlier today, we were informed that there was police presence in the neighborhood. As a precaution, we initiated our secure lockout for a brief period of time. All students and staff were safe, and normal school operations continued inside our building.
We would like to thank our students, staff, and families for their cooperation and for following our safety protocols during this time.
Sincerely,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Good Morning Birch Lane Families,
As a friendly reminder, all adults picking up students at dismissal should have a photo ID available. While our classroom teachers are familiar with the families in their classes, our substitute teachers may not recognize everyone.
To help ensure the safety and security of all students during dismissal, substitute teachers will ask to see identification from any adult they do not know. Having your photo ID readily available will help make the dismissal process smooth and efficient for everyone.
We appreciate your understanding, cooperation, and continued support in helping us maintain a safe environment for all Birch Lane students.
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
As a friendly reminder, all adults picking up students at dismissal should have a photo ID available. While our classroom teachers are familiar with the families in their classes, our substitute teachers may not recognize everyone.
To help ensure the safety and security of all students during dismissal, substitute teachers will ask to see identification from any adult they do not know. Having your photo ID readily available will help make the dismissal process smooth and efficient for everyone.
We appreciate your understanding, cooperation, and continued support in helping us maintain a safe environment for all Birch Lane students.
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Hello Birch Lane Families,
Get ready for Red Ribbon Week, October 26–30! ❤️
Throughout the week, we’ll celebrate healthy choices, kindness and school spirit with fun daily themes and activities. It’s a wonderful opportunity to remind our children how caring for themselves and others helps build a happy, healthy school community.
Please see the attached flyers for the daily themes and planned activities, and help your child get ready to participate!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F1fUFAvJ67ntXISAPP9F_If6vA9UFxOS/view?usp=drive_link
Thank you to our staff, committee members and families for helping make this a meaningful and fun week for our students.
Best,
Lauren Carollo
President, Birch Lane PTA
Get ready for Red Ribbon Week, October 26–30! ❤️
Throughout the week, we’ll celebrate healthy choices, kindness and school spirit with fun daily themes and activities. It’s a wonderful opportunity to remind our children how caring for themselves and others helps build a happy, healthy school community.
Please see the attached flyers for the daily themes and planned activities, and help your child get ready to participate!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F1fUFAvJ67ntXISAPP9F_If6vA9UFxOS/view?usp=drive_link
Thank you to our staff, committee members and families for helping make this a meaningful and fun week for our students.
Best,
Lauren Carollo
President, Birch Lane PTA