Every Parent Is a PTA Member
At The Neighborhood School, every parent and guardian is automatically a member of the PTA. There are no dues or sign-up requirements — you are part of our community simply by being a TNS family. We want everyone to feel heard, valued, and included in our school community.
What the PTA Does
The TNS PTA helps foster community for parents and teachers and funds critical programs that help the school function. PTA funding supports:
• Art with Studio in a School — Professional visual arts instruction for every student
• Teaching assistants — K-1 classroom support
• 2/3 and 4/5 camp support — Overnight trip experiences
• Community events — Talent shows, holiday potlucks, ice skating trips, and more
PTA Executive Board 2025-2026
Co-Presidents
Brooke Moreland
Elena Matt
Mother to 2nd grader Zeno, Elena is a native New Yorker and public school graduate. When she's not selling Italian wine she enjoys art, cooking, reading, hiking, and trying to play tennis. Being part of the TNS PTA feels like a tangible way to help our community thrive.
Co-VPs of Fundraising and Community Building/Events
James Washington
Dad to 2nd grader Roman and future TNS 3K-er Selena, James is a full stack developer who lives in Bushwick with his partner, FelEsia Rodriguez. He's an active part of the TNS community — chaperoning field trips, helping with events, and lending a hand wherever needed. He enjoys cooking, building tools that help people (digital and otherwise), and spending time with his family.
Malia Baker
Co-Chairs of Class Parents and Parent Engagement
Kristen Majewski
Mom to kindergartener Lou, Kristen is a writer who lives in Bushwick. She's currently on hiatus from a corporate career that included roles at Spotify, Google, and Food & Wine magazine. These days, she spends her time reading, crafting, and occasionally writing — though mostly, she's riding the L train.
Kiara Baez
Co-Treasurers
Leigh Mangum
Her kiddo is Patrick, a first grader in Neddy's class. A lawyer by trade — formerly a longtime tenant advocate, now working for the courts. She loves exploring the culture of NYC with Patrick and his dad Will, and getting outdoors to a park, beach, or trail.
Stephanie Skaff
Her son is Elliot (known as LP), a first grader in Dianne's class. Stephanie is the Executive Director of play:groundNYC, which runs The Yard on Governors Island and other citywide, play-based projects. She also writes fiction and makes other artsy projects. Her husband, Mark Elijah Rosenberg, is a filmmaker and founder of Rooftop Films.
Secretary
Sarah Seidman
Get Involved
There are many ways to participate in the PTA:
• Attend monthly PTA meetings — Open to all families
• Volunteer for events — Help plan and run community events
• Become a class parent
• Join a committee — Website, fundraising, events, and more
• Share your skills — Every family has something to offer
Donate
The PTA is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Your donations are fully tax-deductible and go directly to supporting our students.
Donate now via Zeffy — 100% of your donation goes to TNS
Transparency & Governance
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the TNSPTA operates transparently. All families have the right to review our governing documents and meeting records.
PTA Meeting Minutes — Published notes from all general and executive board meetings.
PTA Bylaws 2025–2026 — Our governing bylaws, approved November 2025.
Contact the PTA
Email: ptapresident@tnsny.org