Jack Abrams School PTA Helps Celebrate 100th Day of School

The Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School PTA is always there for the 500 students spread across grades four, five and six. Parent volunteers work hard to do their part to give kids a great school experience.

The Jack Abrams School PTA was at it again, helping the youngsters’ celebration of the 100th Day of School something special.

“STEM students returned to find a beautifully decorated area to celebrate in the cafeteria created by the STEM PTA,” said the organization’s co-President Gina Leiter. “Students were able to add their own sticky notes to posters, sharing what they have created in their first 100 school days.”

Students enjoyed playing two STEM themed game, including a “Build 100” Lego challenge and a cup stacking challenge that brought some fun and excitement during lunch/recess time.

The Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School PTA executive board consists of co-Presidents Melissa Lapp and Gina Leiter, Vice President Lauren Campbell, Corresponding Secretary Francesca Spathis, Recording Secretary Stephanie Ziegler, Treasurer Mary Stantoli and PTA Council Delegates Anina Monte and Kathryn O’Dwyer.

Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School opened in September 2013. The school boasts a heightened focus on science, technology, engineering and math instruction and activities, as well as encompassing English, social studies and other areas of traditional education that are featured in the district’s elementary schools. Inquiry-based instructional strategies are utilized.

Jack Abrams School sits near the former site of two of the Huntington School District’s earliest schools. The district’s central administrative offices are located in the lower level north wing of the building.

For more information about the organization send a message to jastempta@gmail.com.