About Us
The Hurlbutt Elementary School PTO, Inc. is an all-volunteer, parent-run, non-profit organization.
The principal purpose of the Hurlbutt Elementary School PTO, Inc. is to foster collaboration among parents, teachers, and the school community to support student’s academic and social development at our school.
To this end, we have the following stated goals:
- Enhance Communication: Facilitate clear and consistent communication between parents, teachers, and school administrators.
- Support Enrichment Programs: Provide resources and funding for educational programs.
- Build Community: Organize events that bring families, students, and staff together to strengthen the school community.
- Fundraising: Plan and implement fundraising efforts to support school programs, facilities, and special projects that may not be covered in the school budget.
- Promote Parental Involvement: Encourage parents to take an active role in their child’s education through volunteering, attending meetings, and participating in school activities.
- Recognize and Support Teachers and Staff: Show appreciation for teachers and staff through teacher appreciation weeks or professional development opportunities.
- Foster a Community Mindset: Support initiatives that promote connection, belonging, kindness, and giving back to our community.
Our Board
The HES PTO Board is made up of a group of dedicated, hard-working, and positive Hurlbutt parents devoted to making a difference…together for our kids, our school, our district, and our community! Get to know their names and faces, and feel free to ask them if you have questions.
Interested in joining a committee? Contact us!
ExEcutive board members
President
Jessi Regney
Vice President
Swathi Utukuri
Administrative Officer
Valerie Marma
Treasurer
Christine Macklem
Philanthropy
Betty Weiner & Ali Dembishack
BOE Rep
Craig Thompson
Grade Coordinator
Lindsay Bennett
Communications
Andrea Gillis
communications@hurlbuttpto.com
GENERAL BOARD MEMBERS
Book Fair - Rosanna Rosenthal & Nell Ryder
Community Service - Ana Maria Marinheiro, Ashley Salamon
Family Fun - Yassie Ryan
Fundraising - Julia Crawford
Garden - Yassie Ryan
Grade Chairs - Kerri Canavan (ELC), Kristen Devoe (1), Amanda Allen & Dee Kraus (2)
Lost & Found - Danielle Porcello
LRC - Kelly Cohen, Lisa Yountchi
Memorial Day Fair -open
School Photos - Edith Ratinov
School Supplies - Sahara Farrugio
SPED Liaison - Molly Paul
Spirit Wear - Courtney Foley, Ana Gershburg, Kim Glazer, Fionna Flaherty
Staff Appreciation - Katie Reichelt, Courtney Kornblum
Yearbook - Erica Stadnyk
SUGGESTIONS?
The HES PTO is open to feedback and suggestions on how we can better serve our membership. Have an idea for a new event, program, or fundraiser? Please share! Have a concern, comment, or question? Please share!
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