Upcoming Events
Season of Giving
The P.S. 185 PTA , Wellness Committee, and Student Government invite you to participate in the Season of Giving
Key Dates
November 14th - 26th: Food Drive for the Salvation Army
December 1st - 17th: Toy Drive and Angel Tree collection for the Salvation Army
December 1st - 19th: Toiletry Drive for the 4th Avenue Community Food Drive.
Our Food Drive!
Let’s feed the hungry in our community by partnering with our neighbors at the Salvation Army! Please consider bringing non-perishable food items for donation (canned goods and pasta preferred) now through November 25th. Boxes to place your donation are in the school lobby.
The Toy Drive & Angel Tree Program
Please leave unwrapped new gifts in the collection box in the main lobby.
This year P.S. 185 will also participate in The Salvation Army Angel Tree program.
If you would like to participate in this:
Choose a tag from the tree in the main lobby.
The tag will include a child’s information with their wish list item (e.g., clothing size, toy requests).
Return unwrapped gifts (labeled with the Angel Tree tag number) to the school.
The Salvation Army will distribute them to Bay Ridge families.
3rd Annual Toiletry Drive
Partnering with the Community Food Pantry to help those in need in our neighborhood!
Each grade is designated to collect the following items):
KINDERGARTEN: HATS/MITTENS
1ST: BRUSHES/COMBS
2ND: TOOTHBRUSHES/MOUTHWASH/FLOSS
3RD: SOAP/BODY-WASH/DEODORANT
4TH: SHAMPOO/CONDITIONER
5TH: FOOD POP-TOPS (cans that open without can opener) & CHICKPEAS, SAUCE, OATMEAL
DONATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FROM DECEMBER 1st- DECEMBER 12th.
If you have questions, please contact Theresa Kovary.
December School Leadership Team Meeting
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. PS 185 SLT meetings are held monthly in the library and are open to the public in Room 202. If you have any issues you would like raised at an SLT meeting, you can contact the PTA Co-Presidents as your PTA representatives. In order to present an issue at a meeting, one needs to request to be on the agenda in advance.
Holiday Express
Each December, our school community comes together for the Holiday Express, an engaging, hands-on celebration of winter traditions from around the world. Parent volunteers host themed tables representing a variety of winter holidays, giving students an opportunity to explore customs and traditions from many cultures. Classes “travel” from table to table with their train tickets, take photos on our festive train, and enjoy meaningful activities at each stop.
This event will take place on Thursday, December 19, from 8:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. during the school day and is open only to students.If you’re interested in volunteering, please make sure to complete the Volunteer Sign-Up Form.
Brain Show Assembly
Exciting educational game show for children to promote education and show how much fun learning can be.
Brain Show Family Night
Exciting educational game show for children to promote education and show how much fun learning can be.
January School Leadership Team Meeting
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. PS 185 SLT meetings are held monthly in the library and are open to the public in Room 202. If you have any issues you would like raised at an SLT meeting, you can contact the PTA Co-Presidents as your PTA representatives. In order to present an issue at a meeting, one needs to request to be on the agenda in advance.
February School Leadership Team Meeting
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. PS 185 SLT meetings are held monthly in the library and are open to the public in Room 202. If you have any issues you would like raised at an SLT meeting, you can contact the PTA Co-Presidents as your PTA representatives. In order to present an issue at a meeting, one needs to request to be on the agenda in advance.
PS 185 Annual Gala
The Gala is the biggest fundraiser for PS 185! The money raised goes back into the school to support various educational programs, school improvements, and student activities.
March School Leadership Team Meeting
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. PS 185 SLT meetings are held monthly in the library and are open to the public in Room 202. If you have any issues you would like raised at an SLT meeting, you can contact the PTA Co-Presidents as your PTA representatives. In order to present an issue at a meeting, one needs to request to be on the agenda in advance.
PTA April Meeting (Hybrid)
Join us!
If childcare is available, the school will send more information about registering for it. An RSVP is required.
April School Leadership Team Meeting
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. PS 185 SLT meetings are held monthly in the library and are open to the public in Room 202. If you have any issues you would like raised at an SLT meeting, you can contact the PTA Co-Presidents as your PTA representatives. In order to present an issue at a meeting, one needs to request to be on the agenda in advance.
PTA May Meeting (Elections - In person)
Join us!
If childcare is available, the school will send more information about registering for it. An RSVP is required.
May School Leadership Team Meeting
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. PS 185 SLT meetings are held monthly in the library and are open to the public in Room 202. If you have any issues you would like raised at an SLT meeting, you can contact the PTA Co-Presidents as your PTA representatives. In order to present an issue at a meeting, one needs to request to be on the agenda in advance.
PTA June Meeting (Budget vote - In person)
Join us!
If childcare is available, the school will send more information about registering for it. An RSVP is required.
June School Leadership Team Meeting
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. PS 185 SLT meetings are held monthly in the library and are open to the public in Room 202. If you have any issues you would like raised at an SLT meeting, you can contact the PTA Co-Presidents as your PTA representatives. In order to present an issue at a meeting, one needs to request to be on the agenda in advance.
Chip Friday!
This 5th Grade Graduation Fundraiser takes place during lunchtime for all grades once a month. Children can purchase some yummy snacks! Thank you for your generosity and support!
$1-$6 items for sale.
PTA December Meeting (Hybrid)
Join us! This meeting will be held in the auditorium and on Zoom.
We will not have childcare for this meeting.
Please check Remind for the Zoom link and call info.
PICTURE DAY!
For Grads, Retakes, Siblings, and Absentees. Photo package order forms will be placed in your student’s take-home folder. Additional paper forms may be found online here, on the main floor at the information desk, and in the main office.
If you would like to purchase a photo package, please complete an order form and send in payment on picture day, Dec 10th.
If you would like your child’s photo re-taken, please send in the entire original photo package (except the class photo, keep that at home) on picture day.
If you would like to purchase a photo package of sibling children in the school, please complete an order form and send in payment on picture day.
Any children who were absent on Picture Day in October will need to fill out a photo package form, bring it with them, and include payment on picture day.
Any 5th grader who was absent on Picture Day in October will be photographed individually for the yearbook. Additionally, if you would like to purchase the cap-and-gown photo, you will need to fill out a grad photo package form. The student should bring it with them and include payment on picture day.
*Any questions can be sent to ptaps185@gmail.com.
Thank you in advance for your support of this important fundraiser!
Owl Head Park Tree Lighting & Caroling
Join P.S. 185 and the Bay Ridge Community for a special holiday event!
What: Owl’s Head Park Christmas Tree Lighting
P.S. 185 4th and 5th grade students will be caroling! Join us for a celebration with Santa, D.J Justice, carolers, local performers, tasty snacks and gifts for the kids.
When: Wednesday, December 3rd at 6 pm.
Where: Owl’s Head Park, 68th Street and Colonial Road Park House
PTA November Meeting (Hybrid)
Join us! This meeting will be held in the auditorium and on Zoom.
If childcare is available, the school will send more information about registering for it. An RSVP is required.
Please check Remind for the Zoom link and call info.
Family Potluck & Thanksgiving Card Marking for BRC
Make something delicious from your family cookbook and bring it to the school!
Chip Friday!
This 5th Grade Graduation Fundraiser takes place during lunchtime for all grades once a month. Children can purchase some yummy snacks! Thank you for your generosity and support!
$1-$6 items for sale.
November School Leadership Team Meeting
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. PS 185 SLT meetings are held monthly in the library and are open to the public in Room 202. If you have any issues you would like raised at an SLT meeting, you can contact the PTA Co-Presidents as your PTA representatives. In order to present an issue at a meeting, one needs to request to be on the agenda in advance.
Halloween Class Party, Dance & Pumpkin Patch
Students will dance with a DJ , parade their costumes, walk over to the pumpkin patch and receive a bag with a craft that they can do in their classrooms or at home.
PTA October Meeting (Hybrid)
Join us!
If childcare is available, the school will send more information about registering for it. An RSVP is required.
Please check Remind for the Zoom link and call info.
October School Leadership Team Meeting
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. PS 185 SLT meetings are held monthly in the library and are open to the public in Room 202. If you have any issues you would like raised at an SLT meeting, you can contact the PTA Co-Presidents as your PTA representatives. In order to present an issue at a meeting, one needs to request to be on the agenda in advance.
Fall Picture Day
Order forms will be placed in your student’s take-home folder. Additional paper forms may be found on the main floor at the information desk and in the main office.
Please note the following:
Individual photos will be taken of children who bring a completed form and full payment.
All students will be photographed in a class photo, which may be purchased with a package.
If you would like to purchase a photo package of your child, please fill out the order form and send in payment on picture day, October 15th.
*Any questions can be sent to ptaps185@gmail.com.
Thank you in advance for your support of this important fundraiser!
Chip Friday!
This 5th Grade Graduation Fundraiser takes place during lunchtime for all grades once a month. Children can purchase some yummy snacks or fun swag! Thank you for your generosity and support!
$1-$6 items for sale.
Chip Friday!
This 5th Grade Graduation Fundraiser takes place during lunchtime for all grades once a month. Children can purchase some yummy snacks or fun swag! Thank you for your generosity and support!
$1-$6 items for sale.
September School Leadership Team Meeting
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. PS 185 SLT meetings are held monthly in the library and are open to the public in Room 202. If you have any issues you would like raised at an SLT meeting, you can contact the PTA Co-Presidents as your PTA representatives. In order to present an issue at a meeting, one needs to request to be on the agenda in advance.
Outdoor Movie Night
FEATURING…
SING 2!!
Admission is FREE for PS 185 Families!
Bring your picnic blankets and lawn chairs to Shore Road. The park gathering starts at 6:30 p.m., and the movie begins at 7 p.m.
Movie night snack boxes must be purchased by 9/16! Presale only. You can purchase them online. Snack boxes will NOT be sold at the event. They will be distributed at the event on 9/19.
🍿 Boxes include popcorn, assorted candy, juicebox, and glowsticks!
Kindergarten MEET UP (Narrows Botanical Garden)
The PS 185 PTA hosts a Kindergarten Meet Up at the Narrows Botanical Gardens (Shore Rd and 71st St).
This event will be PICNIC STYLE!!!
Bring blankets, chairs, and snacks. Children will be making friendship bracelets and playing yard games.
PTA September Meeting (in person)
Welcome to our first PTA meeting for the school year! The meeting will be held in the school auditorium.
Childcare will be available. The school will send more information about registering for childcare. RSVP required.
Kindergarten Meet & GREET
This year’s meet and greet will be in the cafeteria, right after drop off.
Chalk the Walk! (afternoon)
🖍️Get ready for some sidewalk decorating!
Join us for Chalk the Walk outside the main entrance! We’ll have two sessions at 10-11:30 & 4:30-6!
We’ll have the chalk, just bring your kids and their imagination!
Chalk the Walk! (morning)
🖍️Get ready for some sidewalk decorating!
Join us for Chalk the Walk outside the main entrance! We’ll have two sessions at 10-11:30 & 4:30-6!
We’ll have the chalk just bring your kids and their imagination!
PTA End of Year Party!
The PTA is hosting a special End-of-School Year party for all students. Students will celebrate together with music as we wrap up the school year. It’s a cheerful send-off to summer.
PTA June Meeting (Budget Vote - In person)
Childcare will be available. Please see the school’s email sent on May 30th with the link for more information. RSVPs are due by June 6th.
We hope to see you there!
June School Leadership Team Meeting
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. PS 185 SLT meetings are held monthly in the library and are open to the public in Room 202. If you have any issues you would like raised at an SLT meeting, you can contact the PTA Co-Presidents as your PTA representatives. In order to present an issue at a meeting, one needs to request to be on the agenda in advance.
PS 185 Year-End Family Fun Night
Join the party - we will have a DJ, a magic show, sports, and other games. We look forward to a lovely evening of family and fun together. Open to all 185 students and their families.
Brooklyn Cyclones (School Spirit Night)
$15 per ticket. Payment is due May 27. CLOSED.
Students received a paper form in their boomerang folder. Families can also download a soft copy below. Please fill out, tear off, and return the order form to PTA c/o Main Office. Tickets will be received 7-10 days before the game date.
1 PM - Doors Open
1:15 PM - Spirit Parade (Meet in section 2)
2 PM - Game Start
THE PERKS
Pre-game school spirit parade starts at 12:15 pm.
Group welcome on video board
Free Cyclones cap for each guest
SELL 250+ TICKETS
Free Cyclones cap for each guest
Chance to throw out the first pitch
One group member announces 1/2 game inning
SELL 500+ TICKETS
All of the above and win a team-signed jersey!
Chip Friday!
This 5th Grade Graduation Fundraiser takes place during lunchtime for all grades once a month. Children can purchase some yummy snacks or fun swag! Thank you for your generosity and support!
$1-$6 items for sale.
PTA May Meeting (Elections - In Person)
Please check Remind for the Zoom link and call info.
May School Leadership Team Meeting
The School Leadership Team (SLT) is a group of people who develop educational policies for their school. PS 185 SLT meetings are held monthly in the library and are open to the public in Room 202. If you have any issues you would like raised at an SLT meeting, you can contact the PTA Co-Presidents as your PTA representatives. In order to present an issue at a meeting, one needs to request to be on the agenda in advance.