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Meet Ms. Michaca

Parent Coordinator

Parent Coordinator Mariana Michaca

Dear Parents and PS 28 Family,

I hope this message finds you well and surrounded by many blessings. My name is Mariana Michaca, and I am honored to introduce myself as your new Parent Coordinator at P.S. 28. I am truly excited to begin this journey alongside you and to support our wonderful school community.

A little about me: I am originally from Oaxaca, Mexico, and have lived in Corona my entire life. I bring with me a strong background in family and community engagement. Before joining P.S. 28, I served as the Parent Coordinator at The High School for Arts and Business for nearly three years. Prior to that, I worked as a Home Visitor at The Child Center of NY in Corona, where I supported families through early childhood development services.

As a proud parent of a four-year-old, I deeply understand the hopes, challenges, and dreams that come with raising a child. Both as a fellow parent and as a professional, I am here to support you every step of the way. I invite all parents to stop by my office anytime with questions, concerns, or anything related to your child’s education and success. Your involvement is a vital part of our school community. You're also welcome to reach out by phone at (718) 271-4971, extension 1208, or by email at [email protected].

I look forward to working together to create a supportive, thriving environment for all our students.

Warm regards,

Mariana Alejandra Michaca Meza

Parent Coordinator, P.S. 28

News from Ms. Michaca

  • Let’s create your NYCSA parent account. Come see Ms. Michaca, Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:20 PM. What is NYCSA? Your NYC Schools Account is a portal to track your child’s academic progress, view grades, report cards, attendance, test scores, and update important contact information.
  • Creemos su cuenta de padres de NYCSA. Venga a ver a la Sra. Michaca, lunes – viernes, 8:00 AM – 2:20 PM. ¿Qué es la NYCSA? Su cuenta de las escuelas de NYC es un portal para rastrear el progreso académico de su hijo, ver calificaciones, boletas de calificaciones, asistencia, puntajes de exámenes y actualizar información de contacto importante.
  • Let’s create your NYC Kids Rise account. Come see Ms. Michaca, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:20 PM. What is NYC Kids Rise? It is a program that provides families with a college savings account for their children’s future education. NYC Kids Rise Save for College Program.
  • Creemos su cuenta de NYC Kids Rise. Venga a ver a la Sra. Michaca, lunes a viernes, 8:00 AM – 2:20 PM. ¿Qué es NYC Kids Rise? Es un programa que proporciona a las familias una cuenta de ahorro para la universidad para la futura educación de sus hijos. Programa de ahorro para la universidad de NYC Kids Rise.
  • Adults only (age 21+): in-person English classes at PS28Q. Great opportunities for our families! Please fill out the survey (scan the QR code) and register now; once we have a good number of surveys we will decide the time frame that was most selected. Completely free (age 21+), but you must participate: attendance is important. Contact person: Mariana Michaca Meza, Parent Coordinator, MMichacameza@schools.nyc.gov or (718) 271-4971 ext. 1208.
  • Solo para adultos (mayores de 21 años): clases de inglés en persona en PS28Q. ¡Grandes oportunidades para nuestras familias! Por favor llene la encuesta (escanee el código QR) y regístrese ahora; una vez que tengamos un buen número de encuestas, decidiremos el horario que fue más seleccionado. Completamente gratis (mayores de 21 años), pero debe participar: la asistencia es importante. Persona de contacto: Mariana Michaca Meza, coordinadora de padres, MMichacameza@schools.nyc.gov o (718) 271-4971 ext. 1208.
  • Cool Culture is back at PS28Q! The Cool Culture Family Pass gives your family free, unlimited general admission to 90+ NYC museums, gardens, and zoos all year. Free admission for up to 5 people, and unlimited visits while your pass is active. Apply online now at registration.coolculture.org (code 006Uc00000e5BtRIAU) or scan the QR code.
  • Cool Culture está de vuelta en PS28Q. El Cool Culture Family Pass le brinda a su familia acceso general gratuito e ilimitado a más de 90 museos, jardines y zoológicos de la ciudad de Nueva York durante todo el año. Entrada gratuita para un máximo de 5 personas y visitas ilimitadas mientras su pase esté activo. Solicítelo en línea en registration.coolculture.org (código 006Uc00000e5BtRIAU) o escanee el código QR.
  • Welcome to a wonderful new school year at P.S.28Q: a letter to parents and guardians from the P.S.28Q Administration & Staff inviting families to join school events, connect at in-person parent meetings and keep in touch. Parent Coordinator contact: Mariana A. Michaca Meza, MMichacameza@schools.nyc.gov, school phone (718) 271-4971 ext. 1208, or message directly on ClassDojo.
  • ¡Bienvenidos a un maravilloso nuevo año escolar en P.S.28Q!: una carta a los padres y tutores de la administración y el personal de P.S.28Q que invita a las familias a asistir a los eventos escolares, conectarse en las reuniones presenciales para padres y mantenerse en contacto. Contacto de la coordinadora de padres: Mariana A. Michaca Meza, MMichacameza@schools.nyc.gov, teléfono de la escuela (718) 271-4971 ext. 1208, o ClassDojo.

Calendars

  • November 2026 calendar: Nov. 3 Election Day, remote learning (no in-person classes); Nov. 5 virtual parent-teacher conference, half a day, 11:10 AM dismissal time; Nov. 11 school closed, Veterans Day; Nov. 13 Fall Into the Groove! family event (3:00 PM – 4:30 PM); Nov. 18 Picture Day; Nov. 26 – 27 schools closed, Thanksgiving recess. Happy Thanksgiving to our beloved school family!
  • Calendario de noviembre de 2026: 3 de nov. Día de elecciones, aprendizaje remoto (no habrá clases presenciales); 5 de nov. reunión virtual de padres y maestros, medio día (hora de salida: 11:10 AM); 11 de nov. escuela cerrada, Día de los Veteranos; 13 de nov. ¡Al ritmo del otoño! evento familiar (3:00 PM – 4:30 PM); 18 de nov. Día de las fotos; 26 – 27 de nov. escuelas cerradas, receso de Acción de Gracias. ¡Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias a nuestra querida familia escolar!

Community Events

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