| The Parent Teacher Association
of Akiba Academy of Dallas enriches the
educational experience of parents, students, and
teachers. The PTA organizes fundraisers, provides
programming, promotes school spirit, and serves
as a link to the school community. PTA goals are
accomplished through the volunteer efforts of parents
and faculty. |
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The PTA provides opportunities to
meet and talk with other parents who share the same
goals, objectives and hopes |
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Being part of a group results in parental support
and makes school involvement easier. You will no
longer “feel alone” in rearing your
children |
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PTA provides an opportunity to serve,
volunteer, and contribute to something important |
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PTA will introduce you to a variety
of new activities and opportunities to share your
special talents |
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No job is too big or too small for
PTA volunteers |
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Each job helps your children and each
volunteer strengthens PTA |
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This is your school. We welcome your involvement! |
Board
The intent of the Board is to provide support
for the major focus of our PTA. We are a sounding
board for the rest of the school.
We are entirely volunteer run, and every parent
in the school is encouraged to participate in
any capacity that they are able.
President:
Shannon Hoffman
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| Advisor: |
Suzy Cohen |
| VP - Fundraising: |
Amy Doty |
| VP - PR/Volunteer Coord. |
Kim Velevis |
| VP – Student Activities - Preschool: |
Julie Goldberger |
| VP – Student Activities - Preschool: |
Stephanie Spett |
| VP – Student Activities - K-8: |
Kim Kaliser |
| VP – Room Parents - Preschool: |
Jennifer Wellington |
| VP – Room Parents - K-8: |
Suzy Davidsohn |
| Treasurer: |
Jennifer Weinstein |
| Secretary: |
Erica Morenoff |
| Chair
of Student Activities - Preschool:
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Jennifer Wellington and Julie Goldberger |
| Chair
of Student Activities - K-8: |
Michelle Levine |
Room Parent Coordinator - Preschool:
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Jennifer Weinstein |
| Room Parent Coordinator - K-8: |
Peta Ann Silansky |
| GCC Club: |
Melissa Wainman and Annie Kam |
| Teacher
Advisor: |
Rabbi Joe Hirsch |
Events/Fundraisers
The events and fundraisers tend to vary from year to
year. The goal, however, remains consistent –
to provide funds for additional programming that the
school could not otherwise support.
Back to School Event: A wonderful time to get together with old friends and meet new ones prior to the first day of school. Coincides with the Kindergarten Open House and Middle School Locker Party.
Book Fair: The PTA
remains committed to hosting a book fair each year.
This is a great opportunity for parents to purchase
books for their children while at the same time books
are donated to the school library and each classroom.
PTA Lecture Series:
PTA coordinates lectures throughout the year on a variety
of topics which are appealing to parents.
Gemilut Chasidim/Sunshine Committee:
Volunteers personally welcome new families to Akiba and present a gift bag to each family. They also deliver meals to families after the birth of a child and during difficult times.
Meals on Wheels:
A wonderful mitzvah opportunity! Pick up food at Jewish Family Services and deliver to designated individuals/families.
Sukkot Dinner: An opportunity for
the whole family to share a meal in our school’s
sukkah.
Chanukah Dinner:
A fun and casual evening each December for the entire
family.
Holiday Treats:
The Judaic program is enhanced with fun and festive
treats to coincide with the holidays.
Dad vs. Staff Basketball:
An exciting Friday afternoon game that is open to the
entire school. Akiba dads team up against our Akiba
(male) staff for an exciting and entertaining game of
basketball.
Spirit Wear: Fun
and relaxed clothing and other items that enhance
our school spirit.
CLICK
HERE for a Spirit Wear Order Form
Challah Program:
Families may pre-order (at a reduced price) a fresh challah to be delivered to a student’s classroom every Shabbat.
Room Parents
Room parent coordinators are divided into grades K-8 and Preschool. They are responsible for contacting
each room parent for communication and for securing
volunteers.
The room parents work closely with the respective teachers.
They plan birthday celebrations, help the teachers coordinate
volunteers, communicate with each parent in the classroom,
plan class parties and generally do what they can to
facilitate a warm environment between the parents of
our students and the teachers. They are our cheerleaders!
Volunteer
Opportunities
Volunteer opportunities are endless. We are always open
to new ideas and events that will enhance our school’s
programs and community appeal. This is an excellent
way to support Akiba. Please take the time to see if
you would like to participate in any of these opportunities:
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Sunshine Committee |
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Back to School Event |
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Teachers’ In-service Luncheon |
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Wrapping Paper Sale |
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PTA Lecture Series |
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Meals on Wheels |
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Sukkot Dinner |
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Book Fair |
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Chanukah Party |
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Teacher Appreciation Week |
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Holiday Treats |
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Grandparent's Day |
If you have any questions, or want
to volunteer, please contact Shannon Hoffman at Shannon.michael@sbcglobal.net or call 214-394-0660 |
