About KPA

Who We Are

The Tenafly Korean Parents Association (KPA) strengthens and connects Korean families, fostering cultural pride and providing support so that our children can thrive as active and engaged members of the broader community, while promoting awareness and appreciation of Korean culture throughout Tenafly. 

Our Mission and Activities

The Tenafly KPA’s mission is to promote goodwill and cooperation between Korean parents in Tenafly and its schools and civic

organizations. Some of our key activities include:

- Support Korean and Korean American Families: We provide resources and guidance to help families navigate the school system, offering language assistance and educational workshops.

- Promote Cultural Awareness: Through events such as Korean Lunar New Year Festival, international week events, and community gatherings, we share the richness of Korean heritage with the entire Tenafly community.

- Build Connections: We facilitate communication between parents, students, school staff, and district administrators, ensuring that every family feels welcomed and heard.

- Empower Students: By providing culturally enriching volunteer opportunities and scholarships to high-achieving students with strong passion for embracing and sharing Korean culture, we help our children thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Some of our recent activities include: sponsoring holiday luncheons for school staff, supporting international events at elementary schools, sponsoring scholarships for Tenafly High School students, hosting an annual Lunar New Year Celebration Event since 2007, and participating in major community events such as Tenafly Community Night and the Tenafly 5K Run, where we connect with residents and promote Korean culture as the Tenafly KPA. 

The Tenafly KPA consists of an Board of Directors along with School Officres from all six public schools and 5 Standning Committees in the Tenafly district.