UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Read-A-Thon
January 24 - February 7, 2025
Scholastic Book Fair
March 10 - 14, 2025
Neon Nights Dance Party
March, 2025
Spring Benefit
May, 2025
End-of-Year Family Social
June, 2025
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Charity Bake Sale
December 8, 2024
On Sunday, December 8, our PTA organized a Bake Sale to support a charitable cause. Families and community members came together to enjoy a variety of delicious treats kindly donated by our dedicated parent volunteers. The funds raised will go to a charity chosen by our school’s newly-elected Student Council.
COFFEE & CHAT
December 5, 2024
On December 5, the PTA hosted a Coffee & Chat at Zaruma Gold Coffee, bringing parents together for casual conversation and updates on PTA initiatives. The event provided an informal and intimate space to discuss upcoming projects, brainstorm ideas, and build community connections. We look forward to hosting similar events to keep families engaged and informed.
FALL FESTIVAL
November 15, 2024
On Friday, November 15, the PS384Q PTA held its annual Fall Festival. Our families came together for an evening of community, connection and fun, all while raising essential funds to support our school.
The PTA extends its heartfelt gratitude to the following event partners: Plaxall Properties, City Owlets, Little Chef Little Cafe, City JiuJitsu, Slice, Velvet Turtle Events, NY Society of Play, ArtStrong, Greats of Craft, Doughnut Plant, Gantry Kids, Shibley Day Camp, Snapology, & Sit Still Salon.
City Jiu-Jitsu Academy: Women’s Self Defense Class
November 2, 2024
On Saturday, November 2, City Jiu-Jitsu Academy hosted a Women’s Self-Defense class exclusively for the PS384Q community. Professor Royce and Professor Danny provided professional training in essential self-defense skills in a supportive and safe environment for our attendees. The PTA thanks City Jiu-Jitsu Academy for partnering with us to strengthen our school community.
Book Character Day
October 31, 2024
From classic tales to modern heroes - the students at PS384Q celebrated Book Character Day with a colorful parade of storybook character costumes!
Picture Day
October 18, 2024
Picture Day on October 18th was a huge success, thanks to the incredible support of our parent volunteers and dedicated school faculty. Together, we captured wonderful memories of our students!
Welcome Back Gathering
September 14, 2024
On Saturday, September. 14 we hosted our annual PS384Q PTA Welcome Back Gathering at Culture Lab LIC. Our families had the chance to meet and connect, while the kids enjoyed popcorn and games. The PTA extends a sincere ‘thank you’ to Culture Lab LIC, Plaxall Inc., and CityPickle for their generous support of this event.
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Family Ice Cream Social
June 13, 2024
On June 13, the PTA hosted a Family Ice Cream Social as an end-of-year celebration for all PS384 families. The event featured sundaes, crafts, play, and live music. The New York Fine Foods pizza truck was also on-site offering delicious pizzas and cannolis.
Art and STEM Night
June 13, 2024
On June 13, our school hosted an Art and STEM Night with an impressive exhibition showcasing artwork by every student at P.S. 384! The gymnatorium was transformed into a creative STEM makerspace for our students to explore and innovate.
Field Day
June 13, 2024
On June 13, our school buzzed with excitement during Field Day! Students proudly sported their matching orange Field Day t-shirts and enjoyed a day of fun games and activities. It was a wonderful celebration of school spirit, teamwork, and friendship.
Spring Benefit
June 4, 2024
On June 4, our parents enjoyed a fun night out with friends at our P.S. 384Q PTA Spring Benefit. Attendees enjoyed refreshments, a silent auction, DJ, and photo booth! A huge thank you to our community sponsors - TFC (Presenting Sponsor); Chelsea Pediatric Dentistry LIC (Advocate Sponsor); Tennis Kiddo (Advocate Sponsor); The QPD (Partner Sponsor); Sit Still (Friend Sponsor); and photo booth sponsor Velvet Turtle Events.
Cosmic IQ: Journey to Outer Space
May 28 and 29, 2024
On May 28 and 29, our students explored the galaxy and beyond in an immersive experience with Cosmic IQ’s mobile planetarium. They explored our solar system, planets, moons, and stars using cutting-edge projection, large-screen film content, and a facilitator-guided expedition. The program featured real footage taken by NASA and other space program telescopes.
Brown Bag Meals Service Project
May 23, 2024
On Thursday, May 23, P.S. 384 families participated in an after-school service project to help make 200 brown bag meals. The meals were donated to NY Common Pantry, providing to-go meals over the Memorial Day weekend. The mission of NY Common Pantry is to reduce hunger and promote dignity, health and self-sufficiency.
Neon Nights Dance Party
April 5, 2024
The PTA’s Neon Nights Dance Party was filled with music, dancing, and family fun! The night featured a DJ dance party, basketball, dessert decorating, manicures, neon spray, glow sticks and glitter! Delicious pizza, light bites, snacks, and treats were savored while families rocked their best neon outfits. The PTA thanks its event sponsors: PlayDay, Kawaii Nails, Sit Still, Slice, Sweet Chick, Little Chef Little Cafe, M. Wells, and Plaxall Properties.
Kindness Workshop and Blanket Donation
March 27, 2024
The P.S. 384 Service Projects Committee organized a kindness workshop in collaboration with Blankets of Hope. Blankets of Hope donated 160 blankets toward this project. Families wrote heartfelt notes and wrapped them in the blankets to be donated to a local homeless shelter. Our students were able to practice empathy and kindness by participating in this impactful service-learning experience.
Bowling Field Trips
March 15 and 20, 2024
Students in grades K to 5 enjoyed exciting team play and friendly competition with their classmates at Bowl 360, Astoria. The PTA sponsored the school-wide bowling trips as part of the school’s physical education curriculum. Students had a chance to sharpen their hand-eye coordination as well as math skills while keeping score. It was a fantastic outing filled with laughter, camaraderie, and skill-building for our students!
Science Demos with Mr. Rich
March 15, 2024
The PTA welcomed science educator Mr. Rich to our pre-k classroom! Mr. Rich captivated our youngest learners with magical science demonstrations and chemical reactions. The children were mesmerized by the wonders of science brought to life before their eyes.
Scholastic Book Fair
March 11-15, 2024
Our 2023-24 Scholastic Book Fair was a triumph! The event buzzed with excitement as our enthusiastic students eagerly browsed through a range of captivating titles. With an array of options to choose from, we hope that every child found their perfect book match. Thank you to all of our teachers and volunteers who contributed to making this fair a memorable success!
New York Hall of Science Demos
February 6-27, 2024
Our PTA sponsored a series of in-school science demonstrations for grades K-5, conducted by the New York Hall of Science. Students explored rocketry, bouncing balls, predator-prey relationships, and the world of insects and arachnids. Our curious students were able to engage in hands-on experiences that fostered a deeper understanding of the natural world.
Read-a-thon
January 26-February 9, 2024
Congratulations to the incredible participants of our school's Read-a-thon! For two weeks, our dedicated readers delved into the world of books with unwavering enthusiasm. Special prizes were distributed across various winning categories, including breakfasts and pizza parties with the Principal for our top readers. We are immensely proud of our students. Keep reading, P.S. 384!
Valentine’s Day Bake Sale
February 11, 2024
On Sunday, February 11 our community gathered for an early Valentine’s celebration to raise funds for our 5th grade class! Families were able to purchase delicious treats, our new colorful P.S. 384 winter hats, floral bouquets, and beautiful friendship bracelets made by our 5th grade students!
Hot chocolate and coffee was generously donated by Little Chef Little Cafe.
CHARITY BAKE SALE
December 17, 2023
On Sunday, December 17 our PTA hosted a Bake Sale to raise funds for charity. Families and community members gathered to savor delectable treats generously contributed by our parent volunteers. Our school’s newly-elected Student Council selected the beneficiary of the funds raised - UNICEF! It was a day filled with joy, camaraderie, and the spirit of giving.
FALL FESTIVAL
November 3, 2023
Our 2023 Fall Festival held at Plaxall Properties, Inc. brought our school community together for a fun-filled evening featuring exciting activities and delicious food! Our children enjoyed a magic performance and science show by City Owlets, and a special demonstration by Tiger J Taekwondo!
The evening was packed with activities sponsored by Sit Still Kids, Snapology, Playday, Gantry Kids & Teens, and Tiger J Taekwondo, as well as cookie decorating courtesy of Little Chef Little Cafe. Families captured beautiful memories at our stunning photo booth created by our PTA’s Events Committee. Our delicious menu was catered by Little Chef Little Cafe and Slice Pizza!
BOOK CHARACTER DAY
October 31, 2023
Children transformed into their beloved book characters, bringing literature to life in a colorful costume parade around our school! Parents gathered to cheer on the young participants, celebrating their creativity and literary enthusiasm.
PICTURE DAY
October 18, 2023
Picture Day 2023 was a resounding success! Students, teachers and parent volunteers came together, ensuring that every snapshot captured the perfect smiles and the essence of our wonderful school community.
WELCOME BACK GATHERING
September 23, 2023
The PTA kicked off the new school year with a memorable Welcome Back gathering filled with games, popcorn and delicious food! Families spent a wonderful day together making new friends and reconnecting with old ones after the extended summer break!