Good Evening Fifth Grade Families,
We are excited to share that, for the second year, you will have the opportunity to purchase a personalized ad for your child in the yearbook! This is a wonderful way to commemorate your child’s achievements and create a lasting memory they can look back on for years to come.
Ad Details
Size: ⅛ of a page
Features: A text-only, personalized message
Cost: $25
The full amount goes directly toward reducing our overall yearbook costs, helping to offset expenses for our celebratory trip and student gifts.
Purchase Deadline: Ads must be purchased by February 12th.
How to Purchase
Step 1: Click the following link:
https://www.jostens.com/apps/jcom/router.mvc?affiliateId=2651999
Step 2: Click “Sign In” (top right corner).
Step 3: Create an account by selecting “Create One Today” at the bottom of the page. Complete the required information and click “Create Account.”
Step 4: Click on “My School Store,” then select “Birch Lane School 5th Grade.”
Step 5: Click on “Yearbook Ad.”
Step 6: Select “Create a Student Ad.”
Step 7: Enter your child’s first and last name.
Step 8: Choose the ⅛ page option.
Step 9: Select a text-only layout. Please note that photo ads will not be permitted.
Step 10: Write your message.
Step 11: Follow the prompts to complete your purchase.
Thank you for your ongoing support and for your efforts in making this yearbook a special memento for our students. Your participation is greatly appreciated!
Warmly,
Fifth Grade Yearbook Committee
BLEyearbook2026@gmail.com
We are excited to share that, for the second year, you will have the opportunity to purchase a personalized ad for your child in the yearbook! This is a wonderful way to commemorate your child’s achievements and create a lasting memory they can look back on for years to come.
Ad Details
Size: ⅛ of a page
Features: A text-only, personalized message
Cost: $25
The full amount goes directly toward reducing our overall yearbook costs, helping to offset expenses for our celebratory trip and student gifts.
Purchase Deadline: Ads must be purchased by February 12th.
How to Purchase
Step 1: Click the following link:
https://www.jostens.com/apps/jcom/router.mvc?affiliateId=2651999
Step 2: Click “Sign In” (top right corner).
Step 3: Create an account by selecting “Create One Today” at the bottom of the page. Complete the required information and click “Create Account.”
Step 4: Click on “My School Store,” then select “Birch Lane School 5th Grade.”
Step 5: Click on “Yearbook Ad.”
Step 6: Select “Create a Student Ad.”
Step 7: Enter your child’s first and last name.
Step 8: Choose the ⅛ page option.
Step 9: Select a text-only layout. Please note that photo ads will not be permitted.
Step 10: Write your message.
Step 11: Follow the prompts to complete your purchase.
Thank you for your ongoing support and for your efforts in making this yearbook a special memento for our students. Your participation is greatly appreciated!
Warmly,
Fifth Grade Yearbook Committee
BLEyearbook2026@gmail.com
Good Afternoon Birch Lane Families,
P.S. I Love You Day spreads light on the importance of being kind to ourselves and others. It emphasizes the importance of embracing differences, choosing kindness and lifting each other up.
This year, we will celebrate P.S. I Love You Day along with Valentine's Day on Friday, February 13th. We encourage you to wear purple, and/or any colors that represent love and kindness.
We would also like to remind you that candy/goodies should not be sent in for distribution. Students may certainly bring in Valentines cards/notes for their classmates if they would like.
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
P.S. I Love You Day spreads light on the importance of being kind to ourselves and others. It emphasizes the importance of embracing differences, choosing kindness and lifting each other up.
This year, we will celebrate P.S. I Love You Day along with Valentine's Day on Friday, February 13th. We encourage you to wear purple, and/or any colors that represent love and kindness.
We would also like to remind you that candy/goodies should not be sent in for distribution. Students may certainly bring in Valentines cards/notes for their classmates if they would like.
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Good Afternoon Birch Lane Families,
We are writing to inform you that we will continue to practice our emergency drills over the next few days.
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
We are writing to inform you that we will continue to practice our emergency drills over the next few days.
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Good Afternoon Birch Lane Families,
Please see the February edition of the PTA's Birch Twig.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/12r3BT6vbA4T9WBAbbQuY32lLxBxqbQx7/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Please see the February edition of the PTA's Birch Twig.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/12r3BT6vbA4T9WBAbbQuY32lLxBxqbQx7/view?usp=drive_link
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Good morning Birch Lane families,
We're excited to announce Birch Lane's first-ever "Souper Bowl" food drive!
From now through February 9th, we invite you to bring in a canned good to vote for your Super Bowl favorite. All food collected will be donated to Long Island Cares, which is currently serving an unprecedented number of Long Island families in need of food assistance.
Collection bins for the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots will be located in the front lobby! Let's see who our students predict will win! Please see attached flyer for details.
Thank you for your support and for helping us give back to our community!
Birch Lane PTA
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CWLj7PrZc_eZfWcToxKTAe3pbxrCLq0x/view?usp=drive_link
We're excited to announce Birch Lane's first-ever "Souper Bowl" food drive!
From now through February 9th, we invite you to bring in a canned good to vote for your Super Bowl favorite. All food collected will be donated to Long Island Cares, which is currently serving an unprecedented number of Long Island families in need of food assistance.
Collection bins for the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots will be located in the front lobby! Let's see who our students predict will win! Please see attached flyer for details.
Thank you for your support and for helping us give back to our community!
Birch Lane PTA
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CWLj7PrZc_eZfWcToxKTAe3pbxrCLq0x/view?usp=drive_link
Hello Birch Lane Families,
This is a friendly reminder that our 5th Grade Popcorn Fundraiser ends in less than 24 hours! ⏰🍿 We're already over 75% of the way to our goal - THANK YOU!!
If you’ve been meaning to place an order—or prefer to donate bags to educators—now is the time. Every purchase helps support our 5th graders and makes a big difference.
Fundraiser ends: Tomorrow, January 31st @ 10am
Order link: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/x7apc622
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BQmNequZ6DCzB9a0HfO0xBZEWOyUDbkT/view?usp=drive_link
Thank you so much for your continued support of our students. We truly appreciate it!
Best regards,
The Fifth Grade Committee
BirchLaneClassof2026@gmail.com
This is a friendly reminder that our 5th Grade Popcorn Fundraiser ends in less than 24 hours! ⏰🍿 We're already over 75% of the way to our goal - THANK YOU!!
If you’ve been meaning to place an order—or prefer to donate bags to educators—now is the time. Every purchase helps support our 5th graders and makes a big difference.
Fundraiser ends: Tomorrow, January 31st @ 10am
Order link: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/x7apc622
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BQmNequZ6DCzB9a0HfO0xBZEWOyUDbkT/view?usp=drive_link
Thank you so much for your continued support of our students. We truly appreciate it!
Best regards,
The Fifth Grade Committee
BirchLaneClassof2026@gmail.com
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We are excited to announce our 3rd annual Massapequa School District Parent University, a wonderful opportunity for parents and educators to come together for an evening of learning and connection.
Please review the linked information or visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/parentuniversity and save the date - March 4! Details about the keynote, workshops, and registration will be shared in the near future.
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Linked Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WyO05mbHOJgBGA9lENSEjT8Wr3TpDwCb/view?usp=sharing
Two more days to get your orders in. Help support our 5th grade class!
Good morning Birch Lane Families:
Our fifth grade committee has organized a fundraiser with Double Good popcorn. See attached flyer for details. Help support the class of 2026 and enjoy or gift some delicious treats! We are also participating in their donation program, so if popcorn isn't for you, please donate to support both us and hardworking teachers across the US.
Visit our pop-up store here: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/x7apc622
Orders can be placed directly through our store. Our pop-up store only runs 4 days, so please act fast!
We greatly appreciate your support!
The Fifth Grade Committee
BirchLaneClassof2026@gmail.com
Good morning Birch Lane Families:
Our fifth grade committee has organized a fundraiser with Double Good popcorn. See attached flyer for details. Help support the class of 2026 and enjoy or gift some delicious treats! We are also participating in their donation program, so if popcorn isn't for you, please donate to support both us and hardworking teachers across the US.
Visit our pop-up store here: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/x7apc622
Orders can be placed directly through our store. Our pop-up store only runs 4 days, so please act fast!
We greatly appreciate your support!
The Fifth Grade Committee
BirchLaneClassof2026@gmail.com
Our fifth grade committee has organized a fundraiser with Double Good popcorn. See attached flyer for details. Help support the class of 2026 and enjoy or gift some delicious treats! We are also participating in their donation program, so if popcorn isn't for you, please donate to support both us and hardworking teachers across the US.
Visit our pop-up store here: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/x7apc622
Orders can be placed directly through our store. Our pop-up store only runs 4 days, so please act fast!
We greatly appreciate your support!
The Fifth Grade Committee
BirchLaneClassof2026@gmail.com
Good Morning Birch Lane Families,
The Birch Lane Book Fair is set for February 2 - 6th in the Library. Use the link in the letter to set up an eWallet or the QR code to volunteer. Volunteer signup closes this Friday, January 23.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/15gPoPepiLaDDjr_Atx7-QEcxuIzl9LWO/view?usp=drive_link
Happy Reading!
The Birch Lane Book Fair Committee
Vicki Abbinanti
516.376.6971
vickiabbinantibirchpta@gmail.com
The Birch Lane Book Fair is set for February 2 - 6th in the Library. Use the link in the letter to set up an eWallet or the QR code to volunteer. Volunteer signup closes this Friday, January 23.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/15gPoPepiLaDDjr_Atx7-QEcxuIzl9LWO/view?usp=drive_link
Happy Reading!
The Birch Lane Book Fair Committee
Vicki Abbinanti
516.376.6971
vickiabbinantibirchpta@gmail.com
Dear 5th Grade Parents,
YEARBOOK PHOTO SUBMISSION TIME IS HERE! Submit your favorite images to help us create a yearbook the children will cherish long after graduation!
** Please make sure all photos submitted were taken at Birch Lane or at school and/or PTA sponsored events and are composed only of our 5th grade students (sorry, no siblings).
Submit your photos online in 5 EASY STEPS:
1) Visit the following link: https://photos.jostens.com/Y7BMV2
2) Select "I am a parent/guardian" and fill out your name & email. Enter verification code to enter the Birch Lane Photo Share page
3) Click "Share Photos" and select the image(s) that you would like to upload. NOTE: ONLY 50MB MAY BE UPLOADED AT A TIME. If you have more than this, please repeat this process for all photos you would like to submit.
4) Enter information about the photo including the event at which it was taken, date/year it was taken and names of all students in the picture from left to right.
5) Check the "terms and conditions" box, click “Submit” and you’re DONE!
TIPS:
-Photos should be JPG files ONLY, maximum of 50mb
-Don't upload screenshots - they are low resolution and not print quality
-If you are asked for a user ID, please use: 0b6CeAR8VYDSXo20F2gri_A (All zeros, not the letter “O”)
Kindly include your contact information so we may reach out if we need additional information.
It is our top priority to try to have every child not only represented in the yearbook, but to have an equitable distribution of all of the children. We cannot do this without your help! Many thanks in advance!
All photos should be submitted by 2/28/26, thank you!
Sincerely,
The Yearbook Committee
BLEyearbook2026@gmail.com
YEARBOOK PHOTO SUBMISSION TIME IS HERE! Submit your favorite images to help us create a yearbook the children will cherish long after graduation!
** Please make sure all photos submitted were taken at Birch Lane or at school and/or PTA sponsored events and are composed only of our 5th grade students (sorry, no siblings).
Submit your photos online in 5 EASY STEPS:
1) Visit the following link: https://photos.jostens.com/Y7BMV2
2) Select "I am a parent/guardian" and fill out your name & email. Enter verification code to enter the Birch Lane Photo Share page
3) Click "Share Photos" and select the image(s) that you would like to upload. NOTE: ONLY 50MB MAY BE UPLOADED AT A TIME. If you have more than this, please repeat this process for all photos you would like to submit.
4) Enter information about the photo including the event at which it was taken, date/year it was taken and names of all students in the picture from left to right.
5) Check the "terms and conditions" box, click “Submit” and you’re DONE!
TIPS:
-Photos should be JPG files ONLY, maximum of 50mb
-Don't upload screenshots - they are low resolution and not print quality
-If you are asked for a user ID, please use: 0b6CeAR8VYDSXo20F2gri_A (All zeros, not the letter “O”)
Kindly include your contact information so we may reach out if we need additional information.
It is our top priority to try to have every child not only represented in the yearbook, but to have an equitable distribution of all of the children. We cannot do this without your help! Many thanks in advance!
All photos should be submitted by 2/28/26, thank you!
Sincerely,
The Yearbook Committee
BLEyearbook2026@gmail.com
Dear Families,
PARP is still going strong this week! Keep reading every day with your child and don’t forget to turn in your reading tickets to your child’s teacher each day! The PARP calendar outlines this week’s activities. We have attached the Dog Man PARP packet for you to this email.
Thanks for helping your child “Get Caught Reading a Great Book!”
Happy reading,
The PARP Committee
2. Reminder to continue the PARP Patrol morning announcements for the week. The kids really think you are driving around and have been so excited to show you that they have been reading! We hope you are getting this feedback as well!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/12U3f4GbNNPLUxTjvpQbIiMaJnhjUAxpo/view?usp=drive_link
PARP is still going strong this week! Keep reading every day with your child and don’t forget to turn in your reading tickets to your child’s teacher each day! The PARP calendar outlines this week’s activities. We have attached the Dog Man PARP packet for you to this email.
Thanks for helping your child “Get Caught Reading a Great Book!”
Happy reading,
The PARP Committee
2. Reminder to continue the PARP Patrol morning announcements for the week. The kids really think you are driving around and have been so excited to show you that they have been reading! We hope you are getting this feedback as well!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/12U3f4GbNNPLUxTjvpQbIiMaJnhjUAxpo/view?usp=drive_link
Dress Like Your Favorite Hero Day!
Get ready to save the day! Students are invited to dress up as their favorite hero real or imaginary in celebration of this year’s theme of PARP!
Some hero examples are:
-Heros in Books
-Superheroes
-Community Heroes (firefighters, police officers, doctors, teachers)
Let’s celebrate PARP together by showing the importance of courage, kindness, and imagination!
Please remember everything we wear to school must be school appropriate and no masks.
Thank you!
PARP Committee
Get ready to save the day! Students are invited to dress up as their favorite hero real or imaginary in celebration of this year’s theme of PARP!
Some hero examples are:
-Heros in Books
-Superheroes
-Community Heroes (firefighters, police officers, doctors, teachers)
Let’s celebrate PARP together by showing the importance of courage, kindness, and imagination!
Please remember everything we wear to school must be school appropriate and no masks.
Thank you!
PARP Committee
Hello!
This year’s PARP (Pick a Reading Partner) theme is inspired by the Dog Man series, by Dav Pilkey, “Get Caught Reading a Great Book!” PARP will take place from January 12th - 23rd. Families are encouraged to read at least 20 minutes each day, whether
with a parent, sibling, grandparent, or any other reading partner of their choice. Reading challenges, classroom read alouds, Dog Man themed activities, special gifts from the PTA, and many other surprises will take place during these two weeks of PARP.
Your participation and involvement make a tremendous difference. Thank you in advance for supporting Birch Lane’s reading journey and making this year’s Dog Man themed PARP program, the best one yet! Attached is the PARP packet, which outlines PARP and the two weeks of activities. A black and white copy of this packet will also be sent home with your child on Monday, January 12th.
Any questions, please contact Elise Cahill at elisemartingale@gmail.com.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/12U3f4GbNNPLUxTjvpQbIiMaJnhjUAxpo/view?usp=drive_link
This year’s PARP (Pick a Reading Partner) theme is inspired by the Dog Man series, by Dav Pilkey, “Get Caught Reading a Great Book!” PARP will take place from January 12th - 23rd. Families are encouraged to read at least 20 minutes each day, whether
with a parent, sibling, grandparent, or any other reading partner of their choice. Reading challenges, classroom read alouds, Dog Man themed activities, special gifts from the PTA, and many other surprises will take place during these two weeks of PARP.
Your participation and involvement make a tremendous difference. Thank you in advance for supporting Birch Lane’s reading journey and making this year’s Dog Man themed PARP program, the best one yet! Attached is the PARP packet, which outlines PARP and the two weeks of activities. A black and white copy of this packet will also be sent home with your child on Monday, January 12th.
Any questions, please contact Elise Cahill at elisemartingale@gmail.com.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/12U3f4GbNNPLUxTjvpQbIiMaJnhjUAxpo/view?usp=drive_link
Final REMINDER: To all Parents/Guardians of 5th Grade Students,
The window for entering requests for the Music and World Language courses you would like your child to take at Berner Middle School next year closes tomorrow Friday, January 9, 2026. If you have not already done so, please log into the Parent Portal and enter your child’s course requests as soon as possible. Please note: Beginning Saturday, January 10, 2026, the course request feature will no longer be accessible via the Parent Portal. Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mnj73aNBVfqTwilg8cclYsILc0u9YCOomP5gNnRo8bM/edit?tab=t.0
STEPS:
Sign-in to the Parent Portal - Web Portal: https://msdps.powerschool.com/public/home.html (Not available through the App)
Click on the "Class Registration" icon located in the Navigation menu
Select a Music Course and World Language Course
If you have any questions about the Music programs, please contact Mr. Green at 516-308-5085. If you have any questions about the World Language programs, please contact Mrs. Kirschner at 516-308-5774. If you have any questions about the course request entry process through the Parent Portal, please email the PowerSchool Parent Portal support team at powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us.
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
Dear Parents -
Please click below to read the MSD Career and Technology Education Department's Winter 2026 Newsletter. This newsletter gives you an opportunity to see what our students have been learning this Semester in their Business, Technology and Family and Consumer Science courses. In addition, you will see the other extracurricular opportunities offered to BMS, Ames and MHS students.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lDC5gSVUeJJ0vpiMPYa3hH3tVNUjihcJ/view?usp=sharing
Regards,
Patricia LiVecchi
CTE Supervisor
Massapequa School District
plivecchi@msd.k12.ny.us
(516) 308-5975
Dear Massapequa Students & Families:
Please see the link below for information on our K-8 Science Discovery Fair to be held at Berner Middle School on Saturday, March 21st - 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Discovery Science Fair Flyer
Registration is now open and will close on March 6th - We look forward to seeing you there.
Thank You,
Katie Fasano
Supervisor of Elementary STEM
Massapequa Public Schools
Good Morning Birch Lane Families,
Happy new year! This Friday, we will be celebrating National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. We have several activities planned, including classroom visits from local law enforcement officers.
We invite all students and staff to show their support for our community heroes by wearing blue or any law enforcement-themed apparel on this special day.
Thank you for helping us honor those who keep us safe!
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Important REMINDER: To all Parents/Guardians of 5th Grade Students,
The window for entering requests for the Music and World Language courses you would like your child to take at Berner Middle School next year closes this Friday, January 9, 2026. If you have not already done so, please log into the Parent Portal and enter your child’s course requests as soon as possible. Please note: Beginning Saturday, January 10, 2026, the course request feature will no longer be accessible via the Parent Portal. Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mnj73aNBVfqTwilg8cclYsILc0u9YCOomP5gNnRo8bM/edit?tab=t.0
STEPS:
Sign-in to the Parent Portal - Web Portal: https://msdps.powerschool.com/public/home.html (Not available through the App)
Click on the "Class Registration" icon located in the Navigation menu
Select a Music Course and World Language Course
If you have any questions about the Music programs, please contact Mr. Green at 516-308-5085. If you have any questions about the World Language programs, please contact Mrs. Kirschner at 516-308-5774. If you have any questions about the course request entry process through the Parent Portal, please email the PowerSchool Parent Portal support team at powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us.
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
Good Evening Birch Lane Families,
Birch Lane Elementary is proud to celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on Friday, January 9th! To honor the occasion, we are inviting our very own family members in law enforcement to go "behind the badge" and visit our classrooms.
We would be honored to have you share insights into your vital work with our students and inspire the next generation of community leaders. If you are available to visit your child’s classroom, please complete the form below. Our team will follow up by January 6th with your scheduled visit time. We can’t wait to welcome you!
https://forms.gle/D4cdpKhHWPDusTys8
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin
Birch Lane Elementary is proud to celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on Friday, January 9th! To honor the occasion, we are inviting our very own family members in law enforcement to go "behind the badge" and visit our classrooms.
We would be honored to have you share insights into your vital work with our students and inspire the next generation of community leaders. If you are available to visit your child’s classroom, please complete the form below. Our team will follow up by January 6th with your scheduled visit time. We can’t wait to welcome you!
https://forms.gle/D4cdpKhHWPDusTys8
Best Regards,
Stephen Aspetti and Joyce Larkin