The Ashley Elementary PTA wants YOU to join our team! See below for more information and OPEN positions.

Research shows that children do better when their parents and families are involved both at home and at school. Grades are higher. Test scores rise. Self-esteem grows.  Schools improve.  The Ashley PTA invites YOU to make a difference!

 

 

These are some of the many benefits to volunteering on the Ashley PTA Board:

  • Advocate for our students and utilize your creative talents, skills, and interests
  • Stay connected to campus and get to know our teachers and administrators even better
  • Meet and collaborate with other parents to complement an inclusive culture on campus
  • Have a voice in the types of programs/events PTA brings to campus
  • Influence how PTA funds are spent for our students and staff
  • HAVE FUN and be a part of making our school even more "Awesome at Ashley!"

 

Elected Executive Board Officers

 

PRESIDENT:

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 Oversee all functions and programs of the PTA to reach its goals, communicate with the Principal on a regular basis, and be readily available to all members of the PTA
     

1st VP WAYS & MEANS (aide to the President):

   Oversee all fundraising efforts and serve as a Team Lead for all PTA committees responsible for fundraising
     

2nd VP OF PROGRAMS:

   Identify, plan and execute all PTA programs for the year; serve as a Team Lead for all PTA committees responsible for student education
     

3rd VP OF MEMBERSHIP:

   Coordinate and champion PTA membership drive; serve as Team Lead for all PTA committees responsible for parent/community outreach
     

SECRETARY / COMMUNICATIONS:

   Record minutes and attendance at meetings, handle correspondence; serve as Team Lead for all PTA committees responsible for communication and public relations
     

TREASURER:

   Maintain all books of account and financial records for organization; ensure IRS, National/Texas PTA, and state laws and requirements are followed
     

*PARLIAMENTARIAN:

    Attend all meetings and guide members to follow the PTA By-laws and Standing Rules, while adhering to Robert’s Rules of Order. Review, edit, and file the PTA By-laws when required. Chair the Nominating Committee to create the officer slate and run elections in the spring.

 

*The Parliamentarian is not an elected position by membership vote, but instead is appointed by the incoming President

 

PTA Board Positions

 

The Ashley Elementary PTA is recruiting for the OPEN positions in BLUE. Fill out the 'Volunteer Interest Form' to apply today!

 

5th GRADE CHAIR:

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 Lead 5th grade committee to plan, fundraise, and execute the 5th grade events for the year- including the fall carnival, 5th grade celebration party, and graduation ceremony
     

BOOK FAIR CHAIR:

   Work with a committee to plan and execute fall and spring book fairs for the school
     

COMMUNITY PARTNERS:

   Plan, coordinate, and market fundraising efforts via restaurant Spirit Nights, AmazonSmile, Kroger Rewards, and Box Tops for Education initiatives
     

COMMUNITY SPONSORSHIPS:

   Solicit community sponsors for the PTA to support events such as the Ashley Dash, silent auction, raffles, etc.
     

COUNCIL DELEGATE:

   Attend all district council meetings (5) and represent Ashley as a voting member
     

DASH CHAIR:

   Work with fundraising team to plan and execute the Ashley Dash week and fun run event day (typically held in April)
     

DECORATIONS/BULLETIN BOARD CHAIR: 

   Lead committee to plan and execute decorations for school events and bulletin boards
     

HOSPITALITY CHAIR: 

   Work with committee to plan and execute monthly staff appreciation luncheons and events; coordinate with school Secretary for Teacher Appreciation Week
     

MULTICULTURAL NIGHT CHAIR: 

   Work with committee to plan and coordinate the PTA Multicultural Family Night event (typically held in January)
     

REFLECTIONS CHAIR: 

   Organize and promote PTA Reflections program on campus with art teacher and coordinate with FISD PTA Council
     

ROOM PARENT COORDINATOR: 

   Help recruit, organize, and serve as a resource for the Classroom Room Parents to execute the 3 class parties (Winter, Valentine’s Day, End of Year)
     

SAGE DELEGATE: 

   Coordinate and promote diversity awareness with the FISD “Special and Gifted Education” community; organize and execute Diverse Abilities Day
     

SCIENCE/STEM NIGHT CHAIR:

   Work with committee to plan and coordinate the PTA Science Night/Fair family event (typically held in February)
     

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

   Promote PTA initiatives, programs, school events, and community sponsors via social media platforms regularly to keep the community engaged and informed
     

SPIRIT STORE: 

   Work with vendors to design, procure, and sell Ashley Spirit Store merchandise in-person and online, work with board member teams and staff to design & procure additional shirts throughout the year (Character Shirts, Ashley Dash, etc.)
     

STAFF APPRECIATION/SUPPORT: 

   Coordinate volunteer support to assist with school/staff initiatives- counselor programs, library re-shelving, angel tree, etc.
     

TEACHER LIAISON (Ashley Staff Member Position ONLY):

   Represent the teacher/staff perspective on PTA events and programs, help communicate needs and act as the PTA's Team Lead for grade-level representatives
     

TECHNOLOGY: 

   Manage PTA website and communication; design for PTA initiatives- graphics, flyers, t-shirts, etc.
     

VOLUNTEER CHAIR: 

   Coordinate volunteers and create shift sign-ups for PTA events through the VOLY online platform
     

WATCH D.O.G.S. (“Dads Of Great Students”) CHAIR: 

   Recruit dads to volunteer on campus; coordinate with Principal to plan, schedule, and manage program