aboutus
We are a PTA-run, parent–developed program providing coverage and enrichment classes to PS10 families who need care beyond the regular school day.
In the summer of 2007 a small group of parents came together to create an after school program to service the students of PS10. The PS10 PTA Extended Day Program provides services to families who need care beyond the regular school day. Our goal is to give our students an opportunity to learn a craft, develop a talent or enjoy a hobby in the safe, nurturing environment of their PS10 Community. Today we service over 400 students, with over 40 weekly enrichment classes taught by PS10 teachers, in - house teaching artists and outside vendors
The PTA Extended Day Program is a massive undertaking for the PTA and we welcome parent input and involvement. Please feel free to join us on the PTA Extended Day Committee, your assistance and feedback are always welcome.
Meet The Team
MANAGEMENT
Qushema Johnson - PS10 Extended Day Director. Qushema has spent 18 years in the afterschool world. In 2014 she came to PS10 as the Afterschool Asst. Director. She became Director in 2017. A mother herself of an energetic 3 year-old and 5 month old, she is the perfect person to head up our after school program. She is passionate about working with children and helping develop their young minds.
Velma McKenzie - Operations Manager. Velma has been involved with the PS10 after school program since 2012 . As a parent of a PS10 student, Velma was the Afterschool Committee Chairperson and then a PS10 PTA President. After her daughter graduated from PS10, Velma was hired as the Afterschool Director and held the position for three years, during which time she nearly doubled the size of the program. In 2017 she became the program’s Operations Manager. In her spare time Velma enjoys digging in her garden, traveling and playing drums in an all women’s brazilian drum line (Fogo Azul).
Nia Harper Thomas - Assistant Director
Chelsea Henderson - Program Manager
STAFF
PS10 Extended Day
Megan Morgan - Sr. Group Leader: Megan is 24 years old and starting her 4th year at PS10 Extended Day and 7th year working with children. She went to the High School of Art & Design, School of Visual Arts and BMCC where she studied animation and has an Associates Degree in Science. She is an artist and cartoonist who loves storytelling, comics, anime and kittens. Students connect with her gentle nature as she guides them through art projects and lessons.
Kimberly Rodriguez - Sr. Group Leader. Kimberly Rodriguez has been teaching kids for the past 7 years, and has been with Extended Day since 2018. She graduated with a bachelor degree for childhood education with a minor in the arts, and is looking forward to another wonderful year with the students of PS10!