Community
Portledge Parents Association
Dear Portledge School community,
As the President of the Portledge School Parents Association, I am thrilled to be a part of such a warm community.
At Portledge School, we believe in the power of collaboration and partnership between parents, teachers, and students. As the Parents Association, we are committed to supporting the school's mission and enhancing the educational experience for our children. We strive to foster a sense of belonging, provide resources and opportunities for involvement, and create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all families.
Throughout the year, we organize various events and initiatives to strengthen the bond between school and home. We encourage you to participate and make the most of your Portledge experience actively. Portledge has many opportunities throughout the school year for families and faculty to come together, including; Founders Day, Parents Association Meetings, Parent DEI Coffees & Speakers, 100 Days ‘til Graduation Celebrations, the Portledge Gala, Faculty & Staff Appreciation Breakfasts, and more!
We are fortunate to have such a passionate and talented group of educators guiding our children's educational journey. Let us embrace the opportunities for growth, learning, and discovery that lie ahead. Together, we can create a supportive and nurturing environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
I look forward to meeting and collaborating with all of you. Please remember that the Parents Association is here to support you and your family throughout the year. Let us join hands and make this academic year a memorable one for our children.
Kim Leonard
Max ‘24 and Penelope ‘27
Parent Brochure
Parents Association Leadership
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Leadership
President Tiffany Terranova Executive Vice-PresidentKim Leonard Vice-President of Diversity, Equity, and InclusionClaudia Quiroz-Marcos International Family Liaison Kim Guo Lower School VP Jessica Chitty Middle School VP Tiffany Palagonia Upper School VP Michelle Ort -
Lower School Class Parents
Lower School VP Jessica Chitty Pre-Nursery Angelica Van Pelt '06 Nursery Katie Chou Pre-K Jason Kaufman Kindergarten Jennifer Cave & Angela Pistilli 1st Grade Gina Heaphy 2nd Grade Jessica Chitty 3rd Grade Marisa Disimile 4th Grade Maria P. Gray 5th Grade Jill Drucker & Deena Mehta -
Middle School Class Parents
Middle School VP Tiffany Palagonia 6th Grade Kerry Rosen & Zoe Schwam 7th Grade Dina Argyris & Joanna Austin 8th Grade Vicky Cohen & Vanessa Geer-Drummond -
Upper School Class Parents
Upper School VP Michelle Ort 9th Grade Marie Bahnik, Vera Jain & Jill Milano 10th Grade Suzanne Levy & Michele Marinak 11th Grade Carol DeSantie & Sherry Srivastava 12th Grade Michèle Bahnik-Mercier ‘93 & Cindy Neugebauer
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Early Childhood Parent & Child - Fall Session
Inspire imagination, self-expression, social interaction, and physical development through a variety of shared activities ideal for children ages 12 to 36 months.
Class structure will include free play, art, singing, storytime, snacks, and outdoor play (weather permitting).You can register for one day a week with a total of 10 classes from September 17 - December 12 Or you can choose to attend 2 classes per week.Weekdays:Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:45- 11 amCost- $35 a class, 10 classes per session$350 for 1 day a week$600 for 2 days a weekTuesday Dates:9/17 through 12/3*Class does not meet on 11/5, 11/26Thursday Dates:9/19- 12/12
*Class does not meet on 10/3, 10/31, 11/28Registration is open now for our fall session! Contact Leigh DeMaria for more information; Ldemaria@Portledge.org
355 Duck Pond Road, Locust Valley, NY 11560 | (516) 750-3100
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*NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS
Portledge School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, educational policies, admission, financial aid, hiring and employment practices, use of school facilities, athletics, and other school-administered programs.
Portledge School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, educational policies, admission, financial aid, hiring and employment practices, use of school facilities, athletics, and other school-administered programs.