The Parent Teacher Organization
The Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a group of parents and educators that work together for the benefit of the students’ Prestwood School. The main focus is to foster and enhance quality learning and life experiences for all Prestwood students. To this end, the PTO raises funds through out the year. The three main fundraisers are Prestwood Direct, The Benefit Ball and the Jog-a-thon. The PTO meets once a month on the first Monday (usually) of every month. See the calendar for exact dates.
2010 / 2011 PTO Board Members and Officers
- Vanessa Rognlien-President vanessagr3@yahoo.com
- Cindy Kenton-Treasurer
- Kristi Lanusse-Secretary
- Debra Simpson-VP Communications
- Renea Magnani- VP Communications
- Renata Virk Benstead- VP Ways & Means
- Michelle Dale Jernigan-VP Programs
- Tricia Baker- IT
- Tina Grippi
- Irma Barragan
- Tanya Baker
- Jen Sunia
- Tara Boucher
- Amber Eilert
- Jenny Jones
- Lisa Paulson- Alternate
- Renee Wiggs- Alternate
- Marilyn Munk - Alternate
- Renee Capriola - Alternate
- Tina Grippi
Prestwood PTO - Sponsored Programs and Chairs
The Prestwood PTO sponsors many student programs
involving parent volunteers as an integral part of our
children's educational experience. If you would like to
volunteer on any of these programs please contact the
chair of PTO President.
Prestwood Direct: Lisa Ziganti & Deanna Ramsey
Prestwood Direct is the main PTO fundraiser. Instead of
asking Prestwood parents and students to sell cookies or
wrapping paper we ask that you make a donation directly
to the school. One hundred percent of your donation
goes to Prestwood and it is 100% tax deductible.
Benefit Ball: Gilly O'Donnell
The Benefit Ball is a fun-filled evening featuring dinner,
dancing, silent and live auctions and many surprises. It is
a themed event designed to bring parents together to
raise fun and funds.
Jog-a-thon: Erin Cline & Britta Johnson
Get on your track shoes. Prestwood students will run the
track to raise funds for their school. Students can get
friends and family to sponsor them per lap or for a set
amount. This event allows the students to take the lead
in earning funds for their school and promotes good
health.
Dine and Donate: Lynda Benson
Local restaurants and specialthy shops will donate a
percentage of your tab to Prestwood School. Look for
flyers to come home with your child. This is a great way
to donate back to the school and enjoy and evening
without cooking.
Escrip: Tricia Baker
Escrip is a fund raising program that allows participating
merchants to contribute a percentage of your Safeway
cards, credit card, and debit/ATM card purchases to
Prestwood School. Sign up at http://www.escrip.com/
and enter Prestwood School ID 136556182.
Box Tops: Kristi Lanusse
Box Tops For Education is a school fundraising program
started by General Mills. It is easy to earn money for our
school, simply clip Box Tops from participating brands and
turn them in to the school office; each one is worth 10
cents for Prestwood. There are hundreds of participating
products. For a complete list go to
Back to School Night: Thursday, September 9th
This is the most important night of the year for
parents to attend. Please come to learn how to
help your child succeed in the coming year.
After School Action: Lori Maggioncalda & Kathy Murphy
In the fall and spring, parents and educators share their
passions and expertise with the students of Prestwood by
teaching classes after school. Classes range from cooking
to scrapbooking, yoga to golf, French to crochet. A fee is
paid to the instructor; scholarships are available for
qualifying students. All classes are held on campus.
Talent Show: Tara Boucher & Michelle Dale Jernigan
Your child cany showcase their special talent or join in one
of the group acts. The talent show is held in March.
Halloween Carnival: Katie McGrath & Keva Clements
Your child can come participate in games and Halloween
fun. Wear your costumes, check out the haunted house,
win some treats, and have a scary good time!
Art Program: Mia Steiger
Each grade is provided 10 hours a year of art classes
administered by local professinal artists. The classes are
puppetry, poetry,
Daughter/Special Person Dance: Tanya Baker & Jennifer Sunia
Girls may invite the special man/special person in their life
for an evening of fun and dancing.
Son/Special Person Outing: Amee Scott
Your sons may take the special woman/person in their life
for a memorable outing.
Open House/Art Fair
Prestwood will host an Open house in May. You can visit
your child's class to view the projects they have
completed throughout the year and visit other classrooms
to see what the next year holds. The multi-purpose room
will be transformed into a gallery filled with the amazing
artwork of Prestwood students. Do not miss the 5th
grader's wax museum!
Teacher Appreciation Day
Show Prestwood teachers and staff how much we
appreciate their dedication and hard work by having your
child bring a flower from the garden, write a card or make
a craft to give. The PTO will host a special lunch in their
honor.
Bimonthly Bulletin: Tina Grippi
A bulletin containing important school information updates
and a listing of upcoming events will be given to your child
two times a month. Please contact Tina to have your
important information included.
Volunteer Coordinator: Renea Magnani & Debra Simpson
We need your help! To accomplish the myriad of PTO
events takes many hands. The volunteer coordinators
will contact you with upcoming events that need
volunteers. Plese volunteer at least 3 hours per year.
There is a volunteer questionnaire that will help the
coordinators match you with compatible volunteer
opportunities- please fill it out and return ASAP.
Winter Outreach Drive/One Warm Coat
Join Prestwood School in aiding our great community.
Students will collect gently used coats, jackets and
sweaters to donate to FISH and local shelters.
Safe Routes to School: Caroline Brown & Tim Smith
Safe Routes to School programs enable community
leaders, schools and parents across the United States to
improve safety and encourage more children, including
children with disabilities, to safely walk and bicycle to
school.
Holiday Craft Fair
Prestwood kids can come and make beautiful crafts to
give for the holidays.
