Parent Association

Here’s what happening in the next few weeks. See more events (and details) on our PA Calendar.

PA Board Members, Event and Program Chairs, and Grade/Class Reps volunteer their time and expertise to build and celebrate community at Packer.

Meet the PA Leadership

Each Spring, all PA members are invited to nominate and vote for the PA Board. We hope you will consider volunteering for an expanded role with the PA.

We raise funds, plan events, convene meetings and discussion groups, solicit parent feedback, liaise with the Packer administration, and work to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all Packer families. 

Class and Grade Parent Representatives

Our parent volunteers serve as a vital resource and touchpoint for families by  facilitating communication with the school and one another, providing the information and answers that they need, and organizing community building events such as potlucks. 

Faculty and Staff Appreciation

In an effort to alleviate the pressure of individual gifts and to show our appreciation, the PA uses funds donated through our events (donations, ticket, raffle, and merchandise sales) to gift new hires and all faculty and staff with annual massage days, a 20% discount on PA merchandise, free tickets to PA events, as well as other offerings throughout the year.

New Family Buddy Program

A parent peer-to-peer program designed to be a support platform for new-to-Packer families or families entering a new division. 

Parents-in-Action Parent Talks

We partner with NYC-Parents in Action, an independent, not-for-profit organization that encourages communication between parents and children and one another. Grade-specific “Parent Talks,” with topics generated by families, are moderated by PIA facilitators to ensure the conversation takes place in a safe, non-judgmental environment. 

Packer Merchandise

The PA manages an online store, and occasional in person pop-ups on campus, offering Packer branded merchandise ranging from sweatshirts, and the ever-popular plaid pajama pants, to umbrellas and tote bags.
Shop the Packer PA store today
 

Our Events

Welcome Breakfasts (September)
Parent Potlucks and Socials (September - November)
Pumpkin Patch (October)
Rise Against Hunger Meal Packaging (November)
Holiday Gift/Toy Drive (December)
Transition to Upper School Forum (December)
Hanukkah Celebration (December)
MLK Peace March & Activities (January)
Skate Party (February)
Lunar New Year (February)
Annual Benefit (March)
Earth Week Celebrations (April)
Book Fair (May)
PA Diversity & Equity End-of-Year Picnic (June)
View our upcoming events