Founded in 1996, Special Music School at Kaufman Music Center (M859) is a citywide K-12 public school for musically gifted students. The school combines intensive instrumental study with a rigorous academic program, providing a strong foundation for a lifetime of music without compromising academic studies. The mission of the Special Music School PTA is to create a warm and welcoming community for all students and families while providing essential support for the school and its faculty. We accomplish these goals through a roster of engaging events, monthly meetings, and fundraising initiatives.
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Founded in 1996, Special Music School at Kaufman Music Center (M859) is a citywide K-12 public school for musically gifted students. The school combines intensive instrumental study with a rigorous academic program, providing a strong foundation for a lifetime of music without compromising academic studies.
School Leadership Team
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Every New York City public school is required to establish a School Leadership Team (SLT). The team is comprised of an equal number of parents and teachers, the principal, and in our case, the music director. The parents on the team are elected representatives of the parent body, and each grade block (K-5,6-8, 9-12) has its own parent representative.
Class Parents
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To serve as the communication link between the classroom teachers (K-8) or advisors (9-12) and parents/guardians of the grade, the PTA, and the school. Act as a resource by answering questions of parents, especially for those new to the grade. Attend class parent meetings twice a year (Fall and Spring) to share ideas and offer feedback.
PTA Fundraising
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We'll get right to the point: the New York City Department of Education isn't able to cover the costs of the exceptional education we want for our children. That's where the PTA comes in. We supplement the DOE's budget, raising additional funds so that our school is able to provide the most enriching curriculum possible.
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