PTA Executive Board Members
Victoria Medelius
PTA PresidentMy name is Victoria Medelius and my son is in the 3rd 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 2024-2025 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!
Rubina Haque
PTA VP of MembershipMy name is Rubina Haque and I am a native of Bangladesh. I have made 69th Street my home for the past 17 years. A proud alumni of LaGuardia Community College, I earned my associate's degree there. Happily married, I am the devoted mother of two sons—one who currently attends Aviation High School and the other in fourth grade at Hector Figueroa Elementary School. I am deeply passionate about collaborating with her community to enhance the educational environment for all students.
Susan Zavala
PTA TreasurerMy name is Susan Zavala and my son is in the 2nd 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.
Rich Stein
PTA Secretary
I'm a father of two wonderful children. My older daughter will be in 2nd grade this year and the little one is joining PS398 in 3-K. This will be my fourth 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.