The Parent Teachers Association is the heart of our school's community. We’re a platform where teachers, parents, families, and community members unite to voice their ideas and aspirations for enhancing and supporting our educational environment. We strongly encourage everyone to join and contribute their unique perspectives and skills. Together, we can ensure our school not only meets but exceeds the needs and dreams of every student. Your involvement is key to our collective success and the bright future of our school.

PTA

What does the SFPM PTA do?  The SFPM PTA is committed to building community to engage all families, ensuring that each child has access to enriched learning opportunities, and supporting student and family success in a Montessori-based education.

The PTA provides funding and support for:

Community Building Activities

  • Back to school & Maria Montessori nights

  • Literacy and STEAM nights

  • Rolling drop-off 

  • “Moving on” celebrations

  • Grounds & school beautification

  • Free SFPM t-shirts for students 

  • School tours, and more…

Montessori Curriculum Support

  • Montessori Teacher credentials

  • Montessori association membership

  • Montessori classroom materials

  • Montessori conference attendance

  • Montessori education talks

Enrichment Programs

  • Outdoor education (garden class)

  • Supplemental Art class 

  • STEAM lab 

  • Field trips

  • Library film screenings 

Who is the PTA Team? All members of the SFPM community are welcome to join the PTA. There is plenty to do and volunteers are always needed to help build community and support events and programs.

Current Board Members and Leaders

  • President – Kelly Fooy

  • Vice President - Jeanne Hizon

  • Secretary - Charlie Flaherty

  • Treasurer - Gerald Kanapathy

  • Parliamentarian – Steven Gemmen

  • Community Events – Vivek Sridharan

  • Historian - Allie Summers

  • Garden/Outdoor Ed - Katsiaryna Makaranka

  • Library - Pamela Gee

  • Room Rep Liaison – Alejandra Catalina Garcia

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