PTA

Welcome from Your New PTA President – Here’s to a Wonderful School Year!

Dear Hoffman-Boston All-Star Families and Staff, I hope this message finds you well and that your first week back at school was filled with excitement, learning, and maybe even a few new friendships! As we all settle into the rhythm of this new school year, I wanted to take a moment to connect with you and share some important updates.

Introducing Myself and Our Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Board

After serving as Treasurer for the past two years, I’m honored to have been elected and step into the role of PTA President for the 2024-2025 school year. Originally from Oakland, CA, I grew up in the Bay Area, then moved to DC on a whim many, many years ago and now have a 5th grader and 2nd grader at Hoffman-Boston. It’s a privilege to be part of this incredible community. I’m committed to making this school year inclusive, enriching and joyful for our students and families. My goal is to celebrate the diversity at Hoffman-Boston, improve communication with parents to better engage in their child’s education, and strengthen relationships between parents, staff, and community partners to support the PTA’s mission.

I’m also thrilled to introduce the fabulous team of new PTA board members who will be joining me this year:

• Tricia Scanlon, Vice President
• Janelle Kreykes, Treasurer
• Erika Cook, Secretary
• Pingping Yin, VP of Communications
• Miya Leuleseged, VP of Membership
• Lacee Ondo, VP of Engagement

Each of these individuals brings incredible energy, creativity, and enthusiasm to their roles, and I’m confident that together, we’ll achieve great things.

To Our Parents

Kudos to you for the love and support you’ve shown your children as you’ve all started this new chapter together. I know the first week can be both exhilarating and challenging, and your dedication to helping your kids feel confident and prepared goes a long way. We are so fortunate to be part of such a vibrant, diverse, and caring community at Hoffman-Boston. It’s this unique blend of cultures, experiences, and perspectives that makes our school a special place for our children to grow.

I’m happy to share that we’ve already kicked off the year with some fantastic events! Over the summer, our kindergarten families gathered for playdates at the school playground, enjoying popsicles and an exhilarating game of Duck, Duck, Goose. On Sunday, the school’s Sustainability Committee joined together to prepare our grounds for the first day of school, picking up trash, pulling weeds, spreading mulch and sowing seeds. We’re all excited to watch new plants grow in the Instructional Garden by the Old Schoolhouse. On Monday, tears and cheers filled the Boohoo Brunch after parents dropped off their kindergarteners for the first time.

Last week, the PTA organized a “Welcome Back Lunch” for our fantastic teachers and staff to show our appreciation for all they do. It was a small way of saying ‘thank you’ as they embarked on another year of shaping young minds.

We also treated our students to something refreshing during Open House with the Kona Shaved Ice truck. Seeing the smiles on their faces as they enjoyed their icy treats was a wonderful reminder of why we do what we do. We strive to create moments like these for our students, making our school community a truly special place for them.

Our school thrives because of your involvement, and many of the PTA events and programs wouldn’t be possible without your support. Whether it’s volunteering at an event, helping with a fundraiser, or simply cheering from the sidelines, every bit of participation makes a difference. I encourage you to get involved in whatever way feels right for you—together, we can create amazing experiences for our kids.

To Our Amazing Staff

I want to express my deepest gratitude for the energy, passion, and care you’ve poured into the start of this school year. The positive atmosphere you’ve created is already making a difference, and it is comforting to know our students are in the best possible hands. Your dedication doesn’t go unnoticed, and I’m so excited to partner with you to support our students’ success.

Looking Ahead

As we move forward, I’m excited about all the possibilities this year holds. Our team will be organizing events and finding even more ways to bring our community together. While we volunteer our time and strive for excellence, we may encounter some obstacles along the way. We don’t know everything (YET!), but we are eager to learn, dedicated to overcoming challenges, growing from them, and setting a positive example for our children. I’ll be sharing more details soon, and I look forward to seeing you at some of these upcoming activities.

I’m here to listen, collaborate, and work alongside you to ensure our school remains a place where every child can flourish. If you have any questions, ideas, or just want to say hello, please don’t hesitate to reach out—I’d love to hear from you.

• Would you like to learn more about the PTA, our mission and future events?
• Interested in becoming a PTA member to have access to the PTA directory and get an insider look at what goes on behind the scenes?
• Want to volunteer for an event?
• Would you like to attend our first general meeting (Sept. 17) and request childcare or translation?
• Would you like to buy an All-Star sticker for $3 to put on your water bottle or laptop?
• If you answered yes to any or all of the above, please email us: info@hfbpta.org