ABOUT THE PTA
Welcome to East Side Elementary School (PS 267)! Whether you are joining our community for the first time or returning for another great year, we are thrilled to have you. As a parent or guardian of a PS 267 student, you are automatically a member of the PS 267 PTA, a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching our school community.
Our mission is to support the school through:
- Fundraising initiatives that enhance student programs and resources
- Community building to foster strong connections among families
- Open communication between families and school leadership
There are countless ways to get involved and make a direct impact on your child's education and school experience. Explore our site to discover upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and ways you can participate.
Please contact Jill Bernard and Valerie Altahawi (PTA Co-Presidents) at presidents@ps267.org with any questions, comments, or suggestions.
The PS 267 PTA office is located on the first floor in room 103A.
The PTA mailbox is located to the left of the first set of doors as you enter the school.
HOW PTA FUNDS SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL
- Technology Staff
- Recess Coaches
- Professional Development for Teachers
- Chess Programs
- Theater Program
- Music Program
- Classroom Supplies
- School Supplies
- Community Events
- Staff Appreciation
FULL STEAM AHEAD! 2026–2027 PS 267 FUND UPDATES
Welcome aboard! The PS 267 Fund helps East Side Elementary navigate toward excellence by giving every student the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.
EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS
The 2026-2027 Executive Board members are listed below.
Co-Presidents: Jill Bernard & Valerie Altahawi
Co-VPs of Fundraising: Blair Aires & Lori Adelman
Sponsorship Coordinator: Lauren Cohen
Co-VPs of Community Events: Brooke Spector & Jamie Schwartz
Co-Treasurers: Marc Benathen & Lonnie Pica
VP of Parent Relations: Halli Silverman
Corresponding Secretary: Jane Rho
Co-Recording Secretaries: Willa Goldfeder & Danielle Zaliha
Technology Support Specialist: Saydra Battersby Quintanilla
External Affairs Representative: Elizabeth Herzog
Members at Large: TBD
MEETING DATES
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend all general PTA meetings.
General PTA meetings are held in person in the school cafeteria on Tuesdays at 8:45 a.m. A Zoom option will be available for those who wish to participate remotely. Please note that certain votes require in-person attendance.
Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82697280566
Meeting ID: 826 9728 0566
- Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 8:45 a.m.
- Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 8:45 a.m.
- Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 8:45 a.m.
- Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 8:45 a.m.
- Tuesday, January 19, 2027 at 8:45 a.m.
- Tuesday, February 23, 2027 at 8:45 a.m.
- Tuesday, March 23, 2027 at 8:45 a.m.
- Tuesday, April 20, 2027 at 8:45 a.m.
- Tuesday, May 25, 2027 at 8:45 a.m.
- Tuesday, June 15, 2027 at 8:45 a.m.
Please check announcements in your email and text messages, as well as Instagram, for last-minute updates.
The PTA Co-Presidents can be reached at any time at presidents@ps267.org.
The PTA mailbox is located to the left of the first set of doors as you enter the school.
SCHOOL LEADERSHIP TEAM (SLT)
The 2026-2027 SLT names are below.
Parent Members:
- Alex Kingsbury
- Ryan Spector
- Stephanie Sterling
Teacher Members:
- Coming soon
