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We Will Have a Half Day on March 12, 2026 -- 11:50am Dismissal Time

Hello Pelham Gardens Middle School Parent,

Please be aware that next Thursday, March 12, 2026, Pelham Gardens Middle School will have a half-day for Parent-Teacher Conferences. Students will be dismissed at 11:50am. Please make the necessary concessions to pick up your child by 11:50am as there will be no staff available to stay with any students past 11:50am.

Thank you and have a great day,

--
Miles-Tyrone: Leader, Parent Coordinator
on behalf of Pelham Gardens Middle School
11X566
2545 Gunther Avenue, 4th Floor
Bronx, New York 10469
mleader3@schools.nyc.gov
(718) 794-9750 ext. 4263
fax: (718) 794-9756
http://pgms566.org

MS 566 (11X566) Pelham Gardens Middle School
Preparation For Inclement Weather

Dear Families,
Per The National Weather Service, we are anticipating severe weather conditions that may require a
pivot to remote instruction.

If school buildings are closed, school will be in session remotely. Students in kindergarten and
above are expected to log on and participate in their classes from home; please note the
exceptions below.

EXCEPTION: Due to the professional development day, students that attend high schools and
schools that serve only grades 6-12 are not scheduled to attend school on January 26. School will
not be in session remotely for those students. All other students – including students who are in
grades 6-8 in K-8 or middle schools - are expected to participate in remote learning.

Work with your school to ensure your child has a working, internet-enabled device at home. If you
are not sure of your child’s NYCPS Account username and password, please visit
selfservice.schools.nyc or ask your school for help. Children attending LYFE or a 3K or Pre-K
program in an elementary school or Pre-K Center should participate in the remote learning
experiences outlined by their program. For information about digital learning tools, applications,
and platforms used by the New York City Department of Education, please visit
schools.nyc.gov/digitallearning.

Your school will stay in close communication with you regarding the upcoming inclement weather
predicted to affect New York City beginning January 25 and the potential shift to remote learning on
January 26. If you have any questions, please reach out to the principal or parent coordinator at
your child’s school.

Sincerely,
New York City Public School
- english-backpack-letter-on-january-23.pdf
MS 566 (11X566) Pelham Gardens Middle School
Hygiene & Menstrual Health Workshop exclusively for our female students

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We are pleased to inform you that PGMS will be hosting a Hygiene & Menstrual Health Workshop exclusively for our female students. This workshop aims to educate our girls on essential hygiene practices, menstrual health, and self-care in a safe and supportive environment.

Ms. Bryant (Guidance Counselor), Ms. Trejo (Social Worker), Ms. McDade (School Nurse) and Ms. Addor (Assistant Principal) will be hosting this workshop during one period of the school day on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

The goal of this session is to empower our students with knowledge about their bodies, promote healthy habits, and address any questions they may have in a comfortable setting. Participation is encouraged but not mandatory.

If you prefer that your child does not attend the workshop, please complete and return the opt-out form below. If we do not receive a written response, we will assume your child has permission to participate.

We appreciate your support in providing our students with valuable health education. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
Kristal Addor, Assistant Principal
Pelham Gardens Middle School

718-794-9756

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OPT-OUT FORM
(Only return if you DO NOT want your child to participate)

I, ______________________________, do not give permission for my child, _______________________________ to participate in the Hygiene & Menstrual Cycle Health Workshop, on January 13, 2025.

MS 566 (11X566) Pelham Gardens Middle School
Tomorrow's PTA Meeting Will Be Virtual

Hello Pelham Gardens Middle School Parents and Staff,

Tomorrow's PTA meeting will be virtual (online).

MEETING DETAILS:
Location: Zoom
Agenda: Provide an account and update on all the fundraisers since September, discuss plans going forward and get parent feedback.

Meeting Link: https://nycdoe.zoom.us/s/93492797184

The PTA Board thanks you for your continued support and participation.

Tahesha Perry, President
Pelham Gardens Middle School Parent-Teacher Association

MS 566 (11X566) Pelham Gardens Middle School
EXCITING PTA PROGRESS AND UPDATES FOR DECEMBER
Hello PTA Parent and Staff Members,

Our PTA Executive Board has been actively fundraising since September and bringing excitement to our Pelham Gardens students with prizes, pizza parties and dress down days for their participation. So, we would like to announce our next PTA Meeting to meet with all PGMS Parents and Staff to:

Provide an important update on the progress we have made as of December 2025,

Share our plans for the PTA membership going forward into 2026

Get ideas and feedback from the Parent and Staff Members, and

Discuss parent involvement between January and June 2026.

This school year is shaping up to be an exciting and successful one, both for the PTA and the school as a whole. So, please join the PTA Executive Board on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 @ 5:30pm in the auditorium. Food and Beverages will be served, so please bring questions, ideas and your appetite.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Parent Coordinator Mr. Leader at (718) 794-9750 extension 4263, email him at mleader3@schools.nyc.gov or message him on Class Dojo. We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday, December 17th at 5:30pm.

Please register for the meeting here: https://forms.gle/81Lp5L2xS7botnTSA.

Professionally,

Tahesha Perry

Tahesha Perry, President

Pelham Gardens Middle School Parent-Teacher Association

11X566
- Third PTA Meeting of 2025-2026 - December 2025.pdf
MS 566 (11X566) Pelham Gardens Middle School
PTA Raffle Fundraiser
MS 566 (11X566) Pelham Gardens Middle School
8th Grade Picture Day Tomorrow

Hello 8th Grade Families of Pelham Gardens Middle School,

This is a friendly reminder that tomorrow is Picture Day. All 8th Grade students will take graduation photos, and the cap and gown will be provided by the photo company. There is no money due tomorrow for the pictures. Parents and students will get the proofs later and decide if they want to purchase at that time. All students should be in full uniform tomorrow.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Toomb via email at kkuschman@schools.nyc.gov.

Thank you,

Main Office, Room 426

Pelham Gardens Middle School

MS 566 (11X566) Pelham Gardens Middle School
RE: Money is Due on Monday, November 3rd for the PTA Candy Sale Fundraiser

Hello Pelham Gardens Middle School Families,

This is a friendly reminder that all PTA Candy Sale Fundraiser money is due on Monday, November 3, 2025. You can turn in all proceeds to Mr. Leader in the main office, room 426. AND, ALL CANDY MUST BE SOLD. If you have any questions, you can send Mr. Leader a message on Class Dojo.

Thank You,

Message from the PTA Executive Board

MS 566 (11X566) Pelham Gardens Middle School
Notice of Impending School Bus Strike

NOTICE OF IMPENDING SCHOOL BUS STRIKE

To support the school bus drivers, matrons and mechanics that help get our kids to and from school everyday, you have to voice your concerns to the City of New York and urge them to sign a contract for a 5-year extension.

Here is an article from the New York Post which sheds some light on the situation: https://nypost.com/2025/10/20/us-news/nyc-school-bus-firms-plan-to-fire-workers-end-service-to-150k-students-in-contract-dispute/

You can download the notice in the attachment.
- Notice of Impending School Bus Strike.pdf
MS 566 (11X566) Pelham Gardens Middle School
TONIGHT'S PTA MEETING IS CANCELLED!!!

Hello PTA Parent Members and Staff,

This message is to inform you that tonight's PTA meeting has been cancelled. The PTA Executive Board will follow up with the next meeting soon.

Thank You and have a great evening.

Executive Board

Pelham Gardens Middle School Parent-Teacher Association

MS 566 (11X566) Pelham Gardens Middle School

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