Thank you for visiting the website of the Q300 Parent-Teacher Association. All parents and guardians of Q300 students as well as all teachers are automatically members of the Q300 PTA. PTA meetings are held monthly. Our goal is to work together to create and maintain a welcoming community for all Q300 families and to support the administration and faculty in building a school that provides outstanding education to our students based on the values of inclusion, inquiry, and responsibility. See here for more information on Q300 and here for more info on Q300 PTA.
Recent announcements
Q300 Blooms: Flower Power Fundraising (deadline on 12/1/2024)
Q300 Blooms – Flower Power Fundraiser is back in time for the holidays! This holiday season gift your loved ones beautiful Amaryllis and Paperwhites. Online orders delivered directly to your door anywhere in the continental U.S. Place orders through the webstore link by Sunday, December 1, 2024. The Q300 PTA will receive 40-50% back from […]
Volunteer for the Book Fair Planning Committee 2024
Do you have a passion for promoting literacy and love seeing the joy on children’s faces when they discover a new book? If so, we have a wonderful opportunity for you! We’re on the lookout for 2-3 dedicated individuals to lead and be an integral part of the Book Fair Planning Committee. Get ready, because […]
Q300 PTA Fundraiser: Discounted Event Tickets at Barclays Center & UBS Arena
Support theQ300 PTA community fundraising efforts by purchasing discounted event tickets at Barclays Center or UBS Arena via the TWO PTA FEVO sites linked below. A $5 donation will be made to the PTA for each ticket sold. This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy amazing events while supporting our school community. Tickets are perfect […]
Q300 PTA Fundraiser: NY Martial Arts Academy
The four-week NY Martial Arts Academy (https://www.nymaa.com/locations/astoria.html) program will include two classes per week and a uniform. Your child will be joining our students in the basic training program at our facility in Astoria and will have access to the same benefits as our students. The great thing about this program is all the tuition […]
Thanksgiving Pie Sales 2024
The last day of the pie order has been extended to Sunday, November 10, 2024. The Q300 PTA is excited to partner with La Guli Bakery of Astoria and Betty Bakery to provide delicious pies for our Thanksgiving feasts and to help raise funds for school programs. Pies come with different flavors (Apple, Blueberry, Cherry, […]
Fundraising with Tea Collection School Days 2024
Q300 has once again partnered with Tea Collection (https://www.teacollection.com)! Between Monday, September 23, 2024 and Tuesday, October 8, 2024 you will receive 20% off teacollection.com orders and another 15% of those orders’ will be donated back to Q300. The promo code was sent to the Q300 community on Thursday, September 26, 2024. Contact fundraising@q300pta.org if […]
Q300 PTA Fall Costume Party 2024 (10/26/2024)
The Q300 PTA invites you to the Fall Costume Party on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm at the Upper Division building (31-51 21st St, Queens, NY 11106). All Q300 families are invited to attend. Admission is $5 per person, and includes access to our live DJ dance party, games and activities. All […]
Q300 PTA 10th Anniversary Store 2024 (a new deadline on 10/11/2024)
Given high demand and popularity, the Q300 PTA will launch a new round of Q300 PTA 10th Anniversary merchandise (T-shirts, tote bags, water bottles, and stickers) in the new academic year. To order, fill out the form below. You will receive an email confirmation with payment instructions. Title: Q300PTA 10th Anniversary Goods 2024 Date: Monday, […]
Q300 Blooms: Flower Power Fundraising (deadline on 10/15/2024)
Do you love gardening or need gift ideas for a flower enthusiast? Q300 PTA is excited to partner with “Flower Power Fundraising” to offer spring garden bulbs! You can see a stunning array of tulips, daffodils, lilies, and more, sourced from the US and Holland, by visiting http://q300pta.fpfundraising.com/. Please note that the deadline for online […]
Updates on public (OPT) and private bus services for 2024-2025
Please review the DOE’s eligibility guidelines (https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/transportation/bus-eligibility) to determine if your K-6th grade child is eligible for OPT yellow bus OR OMNY/MetroCard service. Please note that there is no OPT bus service for grades 7 and 8 but they may be eligible for an OMNY/ MetroCard. Both services are free to eligible families and are […]
Updates about the after-school programs for Q300 students in 2024-2025
Jenny Lando, Parent Coordinator of Q300, sent the following updates about the after-school programs at Q300 in 2024-2025. If you have questions about the program, contact the program directly or Jenny Lando at jennylando@q300.org. 2024-2025 Afterschool options for Q300 students Our students have a variety of afterschool programs available to participate in. You can choose […]
Job opportunity at Q300: TA positions for K-4 (2024-2025)
The 30th Avenue School (Q300) is seeking teacher assistants (TAs) to support classes from kindergarten to fourth grade for the 2024-2025 school year. Q300 is a citywide gifted and talented public school with diverse learners from kindergarten to 8th grade. Our school, located in the heart of Astoria, Queens, has an active and engaged community […]
Q300 PTA Back-to-School Meetup 2024 (9/8/2024)
The 11th Annual Back to School Q300 Meetup will take place on Sunday, September 8, 2024 from 12-3 pm at Astoria Park (Hoyt Avenue South, near parking lot and skate park). The Q300 PTA welcomes all Q300 families, teachers, and staff to meet in the park for a casual gathering. Join old friends and make […]
DOE Summer Free Summer Meals Program 2024 (6/27/2024 – 8/30/2024)
The Free Summer Meals Program offers free breakfast and lunch to youth aged 18 and under across New York City. The program runs from June 27 to August 30, 2024, at various locations including select NYC Public Schools, community pool centers, parks, and libraries. No sign-up, paperwork, or ID is required. Date: Thursday, June 27, […]
A second call for nominations for PTA Board and SLT 2024-2025 (deadline on 6/18/2024)
Q300 PTA is looking for nominations/self-nominations for the following PTA Board and SLT positions for 2024-2025. The election will be held at the virtual General Membership Meeting on Thursday, June 20, 2024. The nominations will be closed on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. School Leadership Team (SLT) Parent Member Positions: Please consider running for one of […]
Hello Summer! Friendsgiving at UNO Pizzeria & Grille (6/21/2024)
Q300 families, mark your calendars for a dinner gathering at Uno’s Pizzeria & Grille at 6:00pm on Friday, June 21, 2024 to welcome summer and support the Q300 PTA! Enjoy make-your-own pizzas and sundaes for kids. A 15-20% kickback from sales goes to the Q300 PTA. Present the voucher to your server or show it […]
Q300 PTA 10th Anniversary Store 2024 (order deadline on 6/23/2024)
Celebrate Q300’s 10th anniversary with special merchandise perfect for both students and graduates! The PTA website offers an array of items for purchase, featuring unique anniversary-themed designs. Title: Q300PTA 10th Anniversary Goods 2024 Date: Monday, June 10, 2024 to Sunday, June 23, 2024 URL: https://q300pta.org/10thGoods Choose from T-Shirts available in three colors (blue, yellow or […]
Astoria Bookshop Book Fair for Q300 (6/10/2024 – 6/16/2024)
Astoria Bookshop is a central gathering place for readers of all ages in Astoria, Queens. Offering a variety of books and greeting cards, this independent bookstore emphasizes community engagement and partnerships. ALL book purchases made on their website between June 10 – 16, 2024 will count towards your fundraiser for Q300. 10-20% of sales go […]
Q300 10th Anniversary Online Auction (6/3/2024 – 6/15/2024)
Q300 PTA is pleased to announce that our 10th Anniversary Online Auction is officially open. It’s time to dive in, start placing your bids, and snag some fantastic items and experiences. Here’s everything you need to know: Opening Dates: Tuesday, June 4, 2024 to Saturday, June 15th at 10 PM Auction Link: https://auctria.com/auction/Q300PTA10THANNIVERSARYAUCTION Special Note […]
Chuck E. Cheese Fundraising (6/6/2024, 6/7/2024, 6/17/2024, & 6/26/2024)
Chuck E. Cheese (3419 48th St, Queens, NY) is offering a great discount & fundraising opportunity for Q300 kids in June 2024, when kids are dismissed early for half day. Visit Chuck E. Cheese and use the discount coupons below. Our PTA will get 20% kickback of sales. When visiting, let them know that you […]
School supplies group order for 2024-2025 (order by 7/1/2024)
For the past few years, Q300 was able to purchase students’ school supplies with their school funds. Unfortunately, for the 2024-2025 school year, this is not possible. As a result, Q300 PTA has partnered with 1st Day School Supplies to offer you a discounted package containing all the school supplies requested by your teacher for […]
BOGO Book Fair 2024 (5/22-5/23 @ LD)
Students will be invited to shop at the BOGO book fair on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 and Thursday, May 23, 2024 at Q300 Lower Division. They can bring either cash or go digital with an eWallet account. Title: BOGO/Scholastic Book Fair 2024 Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2024 and Thursday, May 23, 2024 Time (Parent shopping […]
Q300 Fun Run 2024
The Q300 PTA is pleased to announce that it will again hold a FunRun event this year (https://q300pta.org/FunRun2024). Following our school’s first FunRun in 2021, we have set the FunRun weeks for Friday, May 17, 2024, to Sunday, June 2, 2024. During this time, families are encouraged to get outdoors to run, ride, skate, and […]
Q300 10th Anniversary Carnival (6/1/2024)
Updates The deadline for early-bird registration has been extended to 10:00am on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Registration was closed on Friday, May 31, 2024. No ticket is available on the day of the event. Mark your calendars for a day of fun and celebration! Q300 PTA is throwing a carnival to commemorate the 10th Anniversary […]
Solar Eclipse Events (4/8/2024)
We are all so excited about the upcoming 90% solar eclipse in NYC this upcoming Monday. For New York City, we’ll be able to see the Moon cover up to 90 percent of the Sun at 3:25pm. Skies here will start to darken around 2:51pm and will start lightening once again by 3:58pm on Monday, […]