Before we dive into all things Morton Magic, we'd like to take a moment to honor and say thanks to our Veterans for your service, support and sacrifice. Whether you are one of our very own teachers, Bill Poley a 7th grade Math Teacher who has been with the DOE for 21 years and also served in the US Army & National Guard totaling 5 years or Jason Hanrahan one of our custodial staff members who served 3 years in the Army and 2yrs so far in the DOE, or a Morton Family member.

Thank You for your service!

Now I don't know about you all but this long weekend is very much deserved and needed because even though it was a short week, we packed a lot in!

We hope those of you that attended our Parent / Teacher Mix and Mingle on Monday night enjoyed yourselves! We look forward to another fun event during the holiday season!

Thank you to all who donated baked goods and volunteered for our first Election Day Bake Sale! You may pick up your platters/trays on the shelf by Hope's office on the main floor.

Rebecca Lupardo & Corinne Moreno-Geis

Your PTA Co-Presidents

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Hello everyone!

The fall trimester of afterschool is coming to a close but we have been hard at work finalizing our winter schedule. There is lot's of information on this sheet; we have important trimester dates (including tryouts), our schedule, plus descriptions for the many activities that we offer. We are so excited to continue with most of our fabulous activities, and even more excited to try out some new ones too!

Please note, the registration link may be open for testing before we officially launch on Sunday, November 14^th at 6pm! If this is the case, please do not register, as it will be deleted. Registration link will be posted in the above linked sheet Sunday, close to registration time.

As always, please feel free to reach out to the afterschool team with any questions; we are happy to help.

All the best,

Cynthia, Program Director cdeleon@manhattanyouth.org

Antoine, Assistant Director alove@manhattanyouth.org

Joe, Assistant Director jhorowitz@manhattanyouth.org

VOLUNTEER

Warm Clothing & Community Closet Drive

Volunteers needed to sort and organize donations in our basement daily. Please contact Hope for direction.

75 Morton will continue accepting CLEAN gently used and new fall/winter clothing in sizes 10-16.

Amazon Wish list - Includes Spanish books for library, toiletries and new clothing

Donation box located in the double entry doors of lobby.

Please no summer clothes, clothing with stains, rips, broken zippers

Auction Committee

If you missed our Auction Kick Off meeting but still want to get involved - email us!

We need volunteers to help us create a memorable evening for our community and also raise much needed funds for our school! If you have any skills or interest in throwing a great party while raising money for our school or have been a part of another schools auction committee we need you! Please reach out to pta@75morton.org

Garden Committee

This committee works closely with the 75 Morton STEAM teacher and the Green Team. Parent volunteer, Sarah Hammond, is taking the lead on this committee. If you are interested in seeing how you can help, please reach out to her at sarah@thenownyc.com.

FREE STUDENT ACTIVITIES

The Met: Saturday Sketching

Saturday Sketching offers students the opportunity to sketch in the galleries with the guidance of an artist-instructor. These classes are a great way to experiment with different drawing approaches to build a portfolio for an art high school or college. Materials are provided. FREE. Registration required.

Link for more information and to sign up: https://www.metmuseum.org/events/programs/teens/saturday-sketching

The Whitney Museum: Open Studio for Teens

Select Fridays: December 2 & 9, 4–6 pm

Grab your friends and get creative! New York City teens are invited to a free drop-in art making program at the Whitney on most Fridays. Bring your works-in-progress or create something entirely new. All supplies are provided and no previous art experience is required—everyone is welcome.

LEARN MORE

Keoni Movement Arts: Free Community Yoga

Location: Clinton Cameo Studios, 307 West 43rd St. Studio B

The 17-week in-person yoga dance classes are free and offered twice a week.

10:15 - 11:15 AM, Yoga Dance Flow
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM, Accessible Yoga for Special Needs and Disabilities

Link for more information and to register: http://www.keonimovementarts.org/free-community-yoga

REMINDERS

Make a Donation to 75 Morton Today!

A monetary donation is the easiest and most direct way to contribute to the school. Please click here and give as generously as you are able. Any amount you give will be gratefully received.

Donate Now

PTA Meeting 11/23 @ 9:30am

Please join us at Novembers PTA meeting. This meeting and all moving forward for the year will be on Zoom only.

SUBJECT: 75 Morton PTA Newsletter - 11/11/22