PS8 prides itself on a dynamic PTA, powered by a strong connection between our parent community and staff members. All parents and guardians of children attending PS8 are automatically members of the PTA.
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Mission
- Build a vibrant and welcoming community within PS8 and with the greater neighborhood community
- Facilitate an effective relationship and two-way communication between families, school administration, school staff, and community officials
- Raise funds to provide a wide variety of educational and cultural programs and materials to support school initiatives
Executive Board, 2025-2026
- Co-Presidents: Anita Baier & Amelie Walker-Yung
- Vice President: Jessica Moro
- Treasurer: Gayle Doyle; & Assistant Treasurer: Elizabeth Jones
- Secretaries: Carol Capece & Elizabeth Douglas
- Communications & Technology Chairs: Noelle Coleman & Sybil Poole
- Class Parent Liaisons: Greg Donaker & Alicia Haley
- Fundraising Chairs: Daniela Talbi & Sam Waters
- Committee Liaisons (Events): Annette Fodero & Jennifer LaRusso-Leung
- KidsCre8 Afterschool Chair: Polly Christison
PTA Bylaws
Our PTA Bylaws were updated on May 18, 2023.
About
The PTA gained recognition as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code in 1982. The formal name of the PTA is the Parents and Teachers Association of PS8. Our tax identification number is 11-2578366.