Parents' Association
Welcome to the King School Parents’ Association (PA).
The PA is committed to building a strong, active parent community that is supported by our amazing parent-school partnership. We have a huge array of leadership positions and over 20 parent-led committees. The PA is an integral part of the King community, offering volunteer opportunities that encompass all aspects of King life - admission, athletics, arts, fundraising, school spirit, and community service.
As parents and guardians, you are automatically members of the King PA, and I invite you to get involved with the PA and help us continue to grow our community and parent engagement. We are so lucky to have so many committed and passionate parents and guardians volunteering on our Board, committees, and grade reps. We truly have something for everyone, big or small, and I encourage you to be involved and join in the fun!
If you would like more information about the many ways parents and guardians can become involved, I can be reached at pa@kingschoolct.org
I look forward to an amazing school year together!
Hillary Rosenthal P’32
President, King Parents Association
The King Parents’ Association (PA) consists of all parents and guardians of students enrolled at King.
The Parents’ Association supports the mission of the school, in partnership with faculty and staff, administration, and the Board of Trustees, to prepare students for a lifelong commitment to learning and social responsibility.
Mission
The mission of the Parents’ Association is to help build, support, and sustain community among the parents, students, staff and faculty of our school, in addition to promoting King’s spirit events, parent committees, and fundraising initiatives.
Parents' Association Executive Board
President - Hillary Rosenthal
Executive Vice President - Open
Vice President of Events - Darunee Gambino
Secretary - Antoinette Sullivan
Treasurer - Anna Massion Greenberg
Immediate Past President - Sandy Burgoyne
Upcoming Events
Parents' Association in Action
An enthusiastic crowd at the King Parents' Association (PA) annual Welcome Back Breakfast looked toward a year of making lasting connections on Friday, September 13. Head of School Carol Maoz and PA President Hillary Rosenthal welcomed new and returning parents at Serafresca at the IC. Following the welcome remarks, families explored ways to get involved in committees and upcoming events as they enjoyed mixing and mingling over breakfast fare.
Attendees mingled, played, and shopped under the sunny skies while enjoying sweet treats from the Ice Cream Emergency and Glazed and Confused Donuts food trucks at King School’s annual New Family Social. Students, faculty, staff and parents welcomed over 70 new families at the event on Tuesday, June 11. Laughter and smiles filled the Simon House lawn, lower school courtyard, and playground as new friendships were formed and excitement built for the fall.
Golf enthusiasts gathered at The Apawamis Club in Rye on May 20 for a day of camaraderie and fundraising for King School's student-athletes. Following lunch and warm-up sessions, participants tackled the challenging 18-hole course, navigating rugged terrain and fast greens.
The Lower School was filled with warmth and laughter on Friday, May 10, during the annual Grandparents and Special Visitors Day. The event welcomed 160 attendees who traveled from across the globe to join students for a morning of art, music, activities, and education. Activities, including engineering challenges, literary exercises, science experiments, and history lessons, offered visitors insight into the King student experience.
This year’s King Cares Family Service Day, held on Sunday, April 28, saw a record turnout with over 300 students, faculty, staff, families, and members of more than 15 partner organizations descending upon the campus, making this year's event the biggest one yet. The annual event highlighted King School's commitment to service and community partnerships, showcasing a collective dedication to making a positive impact locally and beyond.
The lower school gym transformed into a vibrant culture hub during King School's annual Global Fair on Friday, April 26. Hosted by the PA KInD Committee, the event showcased the diverse tapestry of King's community, underscoring the school's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Each table offered a unique perspective, nurturing a sense of global citizenship. Lower school students collected flag stickers and participated in interactive activities, while live music performances added to the festive atmosphere.
Over 250 members of the King community enjoyed an evening of philanthropy and unity at The King Gala on Saturday, April 13. Throughout the event, guests enjoyed mingling over drinks and dinner while bidding on exciting auction items. Honorees Lynn and Tom King P’20, ’20, ’23 were recognized for their years of service to the school. The generosity of attendees led to surpassing the fundraising goal, demonstrating the strong spirit of giving within the King community.
Parenting in a digital era brings challenges that the King School Parents’ Association tackled head-on in its PA Speaker Series on Thursday, February 8. Community members packed the Performing Arts Center to listen to Stamford native Devorah Heitner, Ph.D., an accomplished author, speaker, and tech consultant, deliver practical and non-judgmental advice on navigating the complexities of raising children in this new landscape.
The PA King Inclusion and Diversity Committee’s (KInD) Second Annual Festival of Lights was an inclusive celebration of the many cultures, religions, and faiths within the King School community.