Participatory budget (https://www.participate.nyc.gov/processes/ccdistrict22) is a chance for a community to spend 1 million dollars for physical infrastructure projects that benefit the public, cost at least $50,000, and have a lifespan of at least 5 years. For example, projects such as local improvements to schools, parks, libraries, housing, and other public…
Interested in helping out with this year's virtual Fun Run and making it a success? Volunteers can help out with the organization of this wellness event that brings the whole community together. For more information and to volunteer, please reach out to LDrep@Q300pta.org. See the information about the last year's…
Do you have a community building project idea? Interested in initiating a new virtual fundraiser? Have a way to help strengthen Q300? The PTA would like to hear your thoughts! If you have a specific idea that you would like to implement, please fill out this form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1HK86JzslrkWj2eyZBcFnvk9GC8ztkrKjXNvm1Iusf6Q/viewform?edit_requested=true#responses). The Board…
As we approach the holiday season, and in the spirit of generosity and empathy, we have put together a list of local, regional, and national organizations to which folks in our community might want to give back. Lifeline Groceries/The Connected Chef A local organization that provides nutrient-dense groceries to food-insecure…
PS17 and Q300 PTAs are co-hosting a food pantry sponsored by the Agatha House Foundation (https://agathahouse.org / https://www.facebook.com/agathahousefoundation/). Agatha House Foundation will provide food to our school communities between 11:00am and 1:00pm on Monday, December 13, 2021. The pantry will be in the PS17/Q300 school yard (28-37 29th St, Astoria,…
We are pleased to resume our annual coat drive collection at school this year. Please bring new or gently used coats for children or adults on Monday, December 13, 2021. The collection will take place between 10:00am and 2:00pm in the school courtyard. For inquiries, contact Q300 Parent Coordinator, Jenny…
PS17 and Q300 are co-hosting a food distribution event between 10am-2pm on Monday, December 13, 2021 and they are looking for volunteers from the school community. This is a food distribution event (not a food drive), facilitated by an outside organization bringing food into communities for distribution. We are grateful…
At the October PTA General Meeting, a resolution was passed to approve $200 per grade for spending toward a grade activity or event that supports relationship building and in lieu of our normal in-person events which are still on hold during the pandemic. If you have an innovative way of…
A mobile COVID-19 testing site will be available in Athens Square Park (30th st. & 30th ave.) from Friday, November 19, 2021 to Friday, December 3, 2021. The test site will be available from 8:00am to 7:00pm everyday and can administer RAPID and PCR testing. Let's get tested next week…
Athens Square Three Committee, formed by the local business owners and donations by the Astoria community, is planning a second Athens Square Park Tree Lighting at 6:00pm on Friday, December 3, 2021. The tree was installed today (Saturday, November 20, 2021) in Athens Square Park (right next to the Q300…