News from Our Co-Presidents June 18, 2023

June 18, 2023

Dear Fellow Bronx Science Parents and Guardians,

We were delighted to meet in person last week for our final PA meeting of the school year. During the meeting, we passed our 2023-24 budget and reported on a number of highlights and updates, including our audit results which showed the PA is in sound financial standing. The PA thanks Audit Committee Chair, Paul Goldfarb, and the entire Audit Committee, for their diligence and professionalism during this process. We also acknowledge our outgoing PA leaders who have contributed their talent, skills, and time over the past several years. Please see the In the Spotlight post for recognition of these committee members and leaders.

The true stars of the evening were the panel of recent BxSci graduates, who delighted our crowd with their straightforward and sincere discussion of life after high school and how Bronx Science helped them prepare for it. There were many heartfelt moments punctuated by sidesplitting laughter, and it was yet another example of how good it feels to share these authentic experiences with one another. The PA extends our deepest gratitude to AP Andrew Nasser for moderating the evening, and to panelists Anya Zakharov, Joaquin Guevaraho, Miles Yamner, Russell Sang and Victoria Lesiczka for graciously giving their time and sharing their personal anecdotes and wisdom with us.

After an intense start to the month, the PA is finally starting to wind down operations for the school year. This week, the PA hosted a lunch to celebrate our teachers, staff, and administration for the tremendous effort to provide our students with a top-notch education and the best possible high school experience. We pass along their appreciation and thanks to our community. Please see below for pictures from this event.

The PA may be slowing down, but for many families, the celebrations are ramping up. Please send us photos of your year-end celebrations (and graduation!) to be included in the last PA newsletter next week! Photos should be sent to president@bxsciencepa.org by Friday, June 23, to be considered.

Another reminder that the final PA social is this Thursday, June 22, from 5:30-7:30 PM at Ellington in the Park. Let’s gather one more time, celebrate our community, and send our well-wishes to our senior families. See below for details.