So What Exactly is the PTO?
The PTO is our community working together to enrich every student’s experience at Discovery.
The PTO is our community working together to enrich every student’s experience at Discovery.
Your Discovery Elementary PTO Supports…
At Discovery Elementary, our PTO is driven by a simple but powerful goal: to enrich the lives of every child who walks through our doors. We strive to achieve this by expanding learning opportunities beyond the classroom, offering engaging activities in science, technology, art, and math. Our commitment extends to creating a well-rounded educational experience by organizing fun after-school events that balance work with play and by encouraging students to take part in extracurricular programs like safety patrol, running club, and student council. Our dedicated team of parent volunteers plays a crucial role, not only supporting classroom activities but also orchestrating a variety of family-friendly events throughout the year.
The magic of our PTO lies in the collective effort of our community. It begins with the countless hours donated by passionate parent volunteers and is fueled by the generous contributions from families, friends, and local businesses. Together, these elements combine to create a vibrant and successful year for our students. Your support makes all the difference, turning our collective efforts into meaningful experiences and opportunities for every child at Discovery Elementary.
We need your involvement to make each year exceptional. As a member of our PTO community—whether you knew it or not—your participation can transform a good year into a great one. Explore our website to stay updated on our initiatives, reach out to us with your ideas for how you’d like to contribute, purchase spirit wear, or make a donation. Most importantly, engage with your children about the programs they’re involved in; you’ll likely find the PTO has played a role in making those experiences possible!
President – Jennifer Crossett
Treasurer – Kathleen Hillenbrand
Secretary – Dani Nazemian
VP Communications – Nicole Collins
VP Fundraising – Kajal Vithalani
VP Special Events – Nicole Boros, Kristen Goodrich, Lauren Roenicke, and Alexis Solis
VP Staff Relations – Meghan McCloskey and Wendy Lindell
Thank You for an Incredible Year, Discovery Families!
As the 2024–2025 school year comes to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared and to thank each and every one of you for being a vital part of the Discovery Elementary School community.
It has truly been an honor to serve as your PTO President this year. From the excitement of our Rock and Roll Back to School Dance to the spooky fun of the Discovery Monster Bash, and from hands-on learning in Makerspace to academic support through our Math Interventionist, none of this would have been possible without your generosity, time, and enthusiasm.
Because of your support, whether through donating to our Cash Drive, volunteering at the Fun Run, attending a Dine-Out, or helping bring Arts on the Green to life, we were able to fund programs, staff positions, and events that directly benefit our students every day. Your involvement made a real difference.
As we look ahead to summer and begin planning for the 2025–2026 school year, we’re already brainstorming new ways to support our students and staff and build on the incredible momentum we’ve created together.
On behalf of the entire PTO Board, thank you for your trust, your time, and your partnership. We are so proud of what we’ve accomplished together and even more excited about what’s to come.
Wishing you a restful, joyful summer break with your families!
Warm regards,
Jennifer Crossett
PTO President
Jennifer.Crossett@discoverypto.com
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