Parent Teacher Association

PTA President- Victoria Medelius

victoria medelius and son PA PresidentMy name is Victoria Medelius and my son is in the 4th grade. I was born and raised in Queens and am very proud to call it home. I have a Master's in Social Work and am a LMSW. I enjoy spending time with my sons and loved ones creating special memories. I am a product of District 30 schools and extremely passionate about community and advocacy. This is my third year serving as PTA President, a role I deeply value. My hope for the 2025-2026 school year is to continue to build, foster and strengthen relationships amongst students, families and the PS 398 team. I look forward to hearing from you and working together to make this year a success!

PTA Secretary- Richard Stein

 PA Secretary with his child 

I'm a father of two wonderful children. My older daughter is in 3rd grade this year and my youngest daughter is in Pre-K. This will be my fifth year serving on the PTA executive board. By day I'm a software engineer for Disney+. In my spare time I enjoy ice hockey, music, and visiting Queens' many cultural offerings including the zoo, botanical gardens, and the Hall of Science.

 

PTA Treasurer- Susan Zavala

  

My name is Susan Zavala and my son is in the 3rd grade. My family moved to Jackson Heights from Woodside when I was a young child. I work for Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in Development. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with family and friends, taking road trips and supporting local small businesses.

PTA VPs of Membership- Xochitl Cohen-Garcia and Ruksana Aktar

    

My name is Xochitl Cohen-Garcia and my child is in Kindergarten this year. I have called Queens my home for the last decade. I have a Master's in Leadership and Special Education and work with schools across the country in instructional leadership and school transformation. I love spending time with my children exploring and celebrating the rich fabric of this city. This is my first year serving (in partnership with Ruksana) as PTA Co-Vice President of Membership. My hope for the 2025-2026 school year is to continue to build and strengthen the PS 398 community, creating opportunities for parents to contribute their skills, talents, and knowledge to the community as we learn and grow together with our children. I look forward to connecting and working with you this year!
 
My name is Ruksana Aktar. I have a daughter who is in fifth grade. I am excited to be on the PTA executive board. I have made Jackson Heights my home for the past fifteen years, after moving from Michigan. My hobbies include traveling, cooking, shopping and reading.

Contact Our PTA

President: Victoria Medelius

Secretary: Richard Stein

Treasurer: Susan Zavala

VP of Membership: Rubina Haque

Email: ps398qpta@gmail.com

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