The George Watts PTA, or Parent Teacher Association, is a volunteer organization of parents, teachers, school administrators, and other concerned adults, who work together to make the school a better place for our children to learn, grow, and be safe. Membership is encouraged by all and costs only $4 per year (this money goes to cover George Watts membership in the state and national PTAs).
Our vision is that every child’s potential becomes reality.
We come together because we believe that we can make this happen at George Watts Montessori. Our mission is to be a powerful voice for all children, to be a relevant resource for families and communities, and to be strong advocates for the education and well being of every child. We work together because we believe our children benefit when parents and teachers support each other and the school. Together we can provide resources, programs, and information that help all students, all teachers, and all families.
PTA organizes and/or provides money and support for:
Fall 2008 newsletter
Spring 2009 newsletter
Fall 2009 newsletter
Winter 2010 newsltr
- Field trip subsidies for every class
- Classroom supplies for every class
- Field Day
- Fall Carnival
- Staff Appreciation
- New books and technology for the Media Center
- Teacher assistant training
- 5th grade graduation
- Science materials
- Classroom technology
- Afterschool enrichment programs
- New playground equipment
- A new “Edible Garden” program
- Azaleas and other flowers around the school
- Litter pick-up around the school
- Raking, mulching, and new landscaping around the school
- A PTA listserv and web site for sharing information and staying connected
- Weekly announcements through the school’s Peaceful Times
Without parents and teachers working together, none of these things would be possible. With our help, they will continue. With fresh ideas and enthusiasm, they will evolve and grow!
How You Can Get Involved
Help on a Committee!
Our committees carry out a wide variety of work to help the school. There is always a need for volunteers! Click here to learn more!
- Arts & Culture
- Communications
- Exceptional Children
- Edible Garden
- Fundraising
- Grounds
- Parent Involvement
- SOS (Support Our Schools)
- Teacher Liaison
Come to the PTA Meetings!
PTA meetings are every other month, on the second Monday, at 6pm. PTA meetings are designed to be informative and interactive. We offer:
- free childcare
- food
- Spanish interpreter
2009-2010 PTA Board
- President
Jane Brown – billandjanebrown@earthlink.net or 323-1806 - Treasurer
David Smith – davidsmith383@yahoo.com - Secretary
Kellianne White – kellianne_l_white@yahoo.com or 342-3229 - Teacher Liaison Chair and VP
Lauren Vejvoda – lauren.vejvoda@dpsnc.net or 560-3947 - Principal, ex officio
Patti Crum – patti.crum@dpsnc.net or 560-3947 - Assistant Principal, ex officio
Sheldon Reynolds – sheldon.reynolds@dpsnc.net or 560-3947 - Arts & Culture Chair
Kisha Daniels – kdaniels@NCCU.edu or 401-9009 - Communications Chair
Karalyn Colopy – colopy66@yahoo.com or 956-7875 - Edible Garden Chair
Alice Bumgarner – alice.b@earthlink.net or 680-8674 - Fundraising Chair
Lara Campagna – campa003@mc.duke.edu or 688-8228 - Grounds Chair
OPEN! – contact Jane Brown – billandjanebrown@earthlink.net or 323-1806 with inquiries - Parent Involvement Chair (bilingual committee)
Carolina Musawwir – caro_musawwir@hotmail.com or 699-1274 - Support Our Schools (S.O.S.) Chair
Angie Douglas - angiedouglas@nc.rr.com or 479-2015
