Thank you to everyone who supported and participated in Teacher Appreciation week honoring the dedicated administration, faculty and staff for all that they do for the BTWHSPVA students and community! PTSA and the Guilds partnered to provide a variety of offerings every day this past week to celebrate.  

We have several upcoming volunteer and donation opportunities, including AP Testing support. Volunteers are still needed until May15 for proctoring assistance and hallway monitoring. Additional volunteers are also needed to assist with Senior cap and gown check-in/dressers on May 13th, and for student laptop collection May 27th. All sign‑up links are included below.

Calling all current Juniors and their parents and guardians: You are invited to the Class of 2027 Welcoming the Senior Year meeting today, May 11, in the BTW Commons from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. This gathering sets the stage for an exciting year ahead, and everyone who attends will receive the first Senior Surprise of the season.

Just a few more weeks of school left this year - lots to do before summer break!

With gratitude,

Leah

Faculty Appreciation Week was an incredible success, and it simply would not have been possible without the time, energy, and heart poured in by our amazing BTWHSPVA PTSA volunteers. From coordinating breakfasts to managing the Coffee Cart, from organizing treats to helping each guild shine throughout the week, your efforts created a joyful, welcoming celebration for our faculty and staff. 

Every setup, every delivery, every early‑morning arrival, every last‑minute adjustment, and every behind‑the‑scenes task contributed to a week filled with gratitude and community. You helped bring to life events like Breakfast & Bravos, Drink Depot, Relax & Recharge, and Breakfast & Blessings, each one unique, thoughtful, and deeply appreciated by our faculty. 

Welcome, Rising Pegasi! New and returning families of students attending BTWHSPVA for the 2026–27 school year can now purchase PTSA memberships and pay class dues for the upcoming year.

Class dues* are collected annually and contribute to each grade’s Senior Fund, which supports senior‑year activities, celebrations, and traditions once students reach 12th grade. Paying dues each year helps build a strong foundation for an unforgettable senior experience.

Early PTSA membership and class‑dues payment ensure a smooth start to the school year and allow our PTSA to begin planning with the resources needed to support our newest Pegasus families.

We’re excited to welcome all Rising Pegasi into the BTWHSPVA community and look forward to an amazing year ahead.

Click the graphics below to purchase!

Missed contributing to class dues in the past, or have family members who’d like to help? No worries — it’s never too late to support your class! Each class still needs donations toward their senior fund, including our current seniors. Click on your class year below to make a contribution in any amount and help fund the senior year activities and celebrations that make this milestone unforgettable.

BTWHSPVA is seeking parent volunteers to support AP Testing from May 4 through May 15. Your help is essential to creating a smooth, quiet, and well‑supervised testing environment for our students.

We need volunteers to serve as hall monitors and proctors. Most days include two volunteer shifts, and we need 3–4 volunteers per shift.

Volunteering during AP Testing is a great way to support our students during an important academic milestone. No prior experience is required, and all instructions will be provided on site.

If you’re available, please consider signing up for one or more shifts. Your time truly makes a difference for our students’ success.

Thank you for supporting our AP scholars and the entire BTW community.

BTWHSPVA is looking for STUDENT VOLUNTEERS to help with yearbook distribution May 12–20. Tasks include handing out books, managing lines, and keeping everything organized during this busy time. It’s a fun way to get involved and earn service hours while supporting your school community. If you’re available, we’d love to have your help.

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NOTE | All SignUpGenius volunteer time will be credited to your PTSA volunteer account once the SUG closes.

BTWHSPVA would love volunteers who can stay for the full shift on May 13 from 9:30am–12:30pm. Cap and gown distribution gets busy quickly, and having consistent help the whole time makes everything run smoothly for our seniors.

There are two volunteer slots available — one for the dresser and one for the check‑in table.

Thank you so much for considering it. Your support truly makes a difference for our seniors!

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NOTE | All SignUpGenius volunteer time will be credited to your PTSA volunteer account once the SUG closes.

SENIOR FAMILIES | We are still in need of contributions for our amazing raffle prizes* that we have planned to give away at the party.  Please take a look at our Sign Up Genius and sign up for an item or donation to make Senior Party spectacular!

Parents who would like to volunteer at the party, please sign up here.

*Students must be present to win.

NOTE | All SignUpGenius volunteer time will be credited to your PTSA volunteer account once the SUG closes.

We’re looking for three parent volunteers to help in the book room with student computer collection:

Date: May 27

Time: 2:00–5:00 PM

Location: BTW Book Room

Volunteer tasks include:

• Receiving student computers as they’re brought in from classrooms
• Unbagging devices
• Removing chargers from bags and neatly wrapping cords
• Sorting chargers into designated boxes
• Placing MacBooks on the bookshelves

Your help will go a long way in keeping this process smooth and organized. We truly appreciate any support you can offer!

Questions? Contact BTW Library Media Specialist, Ms. Ivenskaya.

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We are seeking parent and student volunteers from the Class of 2027 to support the Class of 2026 Baccalaureate by assisting with reception set‑up, guiding students, and ushering families throughout the event. It is both the honor and tradition of junior class parents to volunteer for this important milestone, allowing senior families to fully enjoy the ceremony and celebration. Current junior students are also encouraged to serve as ushers. All volunteer shifts are three hours.

Support the Visual Arts faculty and students by contributing an item from the Faculty Wish List. Your donation helps provide the tools, materials, and resources that allow students to experiment, create, and grow as artists. 

Every contribution directly enhances their studio experience and supports the incredible work happening in our Visual Arts classrooms.

The BTWHSPVA Visual Arts Department is still seeking donations of scrap metal of all kinds. Car brake drums, hammers, shovels, tools, sheet metal, and similar metal items are all welcome. If it’s metal, the department can put it to good use in student projects.

Donations may be dropped off in Mr. Gillespie’s room (Room 74). For larger items, please contact Mr. Gillespie to arrange a drop‑off time.

Thank you for supporting our young artists and their creative work.

The Booker T. Washington HSPVA Musical Theatre proudly presents Sister Act: The Musical – High School Edition, a high‑energy, feel‑good comedy based on the beloved 1992 film. With a Motown‑inspired score by eight‑time Oscar winner Alan Menken, this show brings big laughs, big voices, and even bigger heart to the MAT stage.

When aspiring disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a crime, she’s placed in protective custody in the last place she ever expected, a convent. Trying to blend into her new quiet life under the watchful eye of Mother Superior, Deloris brings her bold spirit and love of music to the convent choir, transforming it into a joyful, powerhouse ensemble. But as the choir’s fame grows, so does the danger she’s trying to escape.

Filled with vibrant gospel numbers, laugh‑out‑loud moments, and a heartfelt message about friendship, faith, and finding your voice, Sister Act is an uplifting celebration that will have audiences clapping along from start to finish.

Mark your calendars for May 14–16 and come support our scholar‑artists as they bring this joyful musical to life!

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We want as many seniors as possible to join the fun at the Senior Party, so the event has been rescheduled to take place during Senior Week, immediately following Game Day in the Green Room. Grab your friends, hop in a car, and head from BTW to The Sandy Pickle for an afternoon of celebration!

We’re excited to honor our seniors, and we know this new timing will make the event even more special for everyone.

Please have your Senior RSVP for the Senior Party ASAP!!!

Get ready, Seniors — your moment is just around the corner! We’re kicking off a full slate of events designed to honor your hard work, your artistry, and everything you’ve accomplished. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable finish to your senior year.

• Senior Scream | May 12 | 4:30 PM (Last Day of Classes)
• Senior Week | May 13 – 19 | 10 AM–12 PM (Wed–Tues)
• Senior vs. Faculty Volleyball Game | May 14 | 5 PM (Downtown YMCA)
• Game Day | May 18 | 10 AM–12 PM (Green Room)
• Rescheduled! Senior Party | May 18 | 1–3 PM (The Sandy Pickle)
• Senior Breakfast | May 19 | 8:30 AM (Sammy's BBQ)
• Cap & Gown Check Out | May 19 | 10 AM–12 PM (The Commons)
• Conservatory Dinners:

      Music | May 18 | 6:30 PM

      Dance | May 19 | 6:30 PM

      Visual Arts | May 20 | 6:30 PM

      Theater | May 21 | 6:30 PM

• Senior Awards | May 26 | 6–7:30 PM
• Baccalaureate | May 30 | 11 AM–1 PM (First United Methodist Church, Dallas)
• Graduation | May 31 | 8 PM (The Meyerson Symphony Center)

Look for specific details for each event from Senior Class Chair, Kathy Ruff coming soon!

The PTSA Weekly Newsletter is produced and published by 2025-26 BTWHSPVA PTSA 3rd VP of Communications, Jennifer Wheeler Hall. For questions or issues, please complete the PTSA Inquiry Form.

Thank you for your engagement & support!