Parent Coordinator
At the Bilingual Bicultural Mini School, the Parent Coordinator plays a vital role in building strong, meaningful connections between families and the school community. This role is essential in ensuring that families feel welcomed, informed, and empowered to actively participate in their child’s education. By fostering open communication and providing access to important resources, the Parent Coordinator helps create a collaborative environment where students, families, and staff work together toward shared success.
Meet Ms. Hernandez
An integral and highly valued member of our school community
At BBMS, our Parent Coordinator, Jessica Hernandez, works closely with families to share important information, address questions and concerns, and connect them with resources that support both academic and social development. Her approachable and supportive presence helps families feel comfortable, heard, and engaged.
Las familias pueden comunicarse con la Sra. Hernandez para obtener apoyo, orientación o cualquier pregunta.
Contact
Jessica Hernandez
Parent Coordinator
Jhernandez93@schools.nyc.gov
212-860-6031, extension 2
Field Notes
What our Parent Coordinator does
- No. i
Keeping families informed and connected
Ms. Hernandez keeps families informed and connected throughout the school year, sharing monthly calendars that highlight upcoming school-wide events so families are aware of important dates and opportunities to participate.
- No. ii
Parent newsletters
She creates and distributes parent newsletters that provide key updates, helpful information, and resources to support families in staying engaged and well-informed.
- No. iii
MySchools support
MySchools is the primary online platform NYC Public Schools uses for applications, enrollment, and accessing key student information. Supporting families with MySchools ensures they can navigate the process effectively and make informed decisions about their child’s educational pathway.
- No. iv
Save for College Program
She assists families with the Save for College Program, which helps families begin planning for their child’s future education, promotes early financial planning, and introduces families to resources that make higher education more accessible.
- No. v
Family engagement events
She organizes and supports family engagement events — workshops and community-building activities like gingerbread house making — that give families joyful, meaningful ways to connect with the school and with one another.
- No. vi
Parent Association meetings
She facilitates Parent Association (PA) meetings, which give families a voice in school decision-making, updates on school initiatives, and opportunities to share feedback and ideas.