Committees

Please let Sara Bircher (512-380-9445) know if you are interested in serving on any of the below committees.

The Arts Across Lee

Lee is an elementary school in the McCallum Fine Arts vertical team. There is much that we already do at Lee that aligns with this vertical team emphasis, but this committee will look for ways to add/layer new opportunities for our kids to be exposed to creative expression. Committee will synthesize existing practices and work with teachers and staff to implement new creative projects, installations, etc. Coordinate submission of work to the TXPTA Reflections program.

• Susannah Hollinger, Chair
  (512) 820-3918

Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety

Work with Lee administration and parents to promote safe bike riding to and from school.

• Diane Presti, Chair
  (512) 217-6651

Box Tops

Promote, collect and mail in all the Box Tops submitted by school supporters in exchange for cash for Lee.

• Carey Kerrigan, Coordinator
  (512) 787-3775

Chess Club

Coordinate Lee’s after-school Chess Club on Thursdays in the Library

• Liz MacPhail, Coordinator
  (512) 636-0971

Copy Cats

Help support teachers and staff by making copies, laminating and doing other tasks in the workroom.

• Amy Woiwode, Coordinator
  (512) 917-4089

Community Partnership

Select and coordinate community service activities for Lee Students and families. Work with our sister school Widen Elementary.

• Lindsey Heddleston, Coordinator
  (443) 262-1936
• Kris Muehling, Staff Representative
  (512) 414-2098

Diversity and Inclusion Committee

Works with the school and parents to foster various forms of diversity and to support an environment of inclusion for all students and families at Lee.

• Nancy Mims, Coordinator
  (512) 293-5235

Financial Committee

Bank Statement reviewer, coordinator—once a month, review online statement and double check expenditures

• Michelle Smith-Polanco, Coordinator
  (512) 699-6621

Fundraising

Coordinate the PTA fundraising efforts among Lee families and corporate partners. Funds raised from the following efforts comprise Lee’s annual philanthropic success, including: Box Tops, Roadrunner Rally, Directory Ad Sales, Fun Run, Grocery (HEB) Cards, Halloween Carnival, Lee Live, School Supplies, merchandise (see individual committee listings for roster).

• Piper Stege Nelson, VP
  (202) 812-0554

Fun Run Committee

Coordinates our fun run fundraiser in the fall.

• Amy Woiwode, Co-chair
  (512) 917-4089
• Andie Hunt: Co-chair
  (512) 451-9841

Go Green

Coordinates recycling and waste management efforts at school including the Hallway Recycling Center, Party Packs at classroom events, etc.

• Mary Trahanovsky, Coordinator
  (510) 552-9386

Grade Level Coordinating

Grade Level Coordinators facilitate communications between teachers and parents and help organize volunteers for grade specific activities like class parties, Geography Day and field trips.

• Snow White, GLC Coordinator
  (512) 431-8835

Grocery Cards

Promote, sell and distribute HEB Gift Cards to Lee parents and staff, earning 5% for Lee.

• Melanie Tolen, Coordinator
  (512) 762-3086
• Allie Hewlett
  (512) 740-7585

Halloween Carnival

Organize the late October carnival and haunted house including ticket sales, food vendors, candy and prizes, and games.

• Melissa Linden, Co-chair
  (504) 392-4919
• Amanda Nite, Co-chair

History Committee

Gathers, archives, and summarizes materials from PTA and school activities in order to preserve and recognize work done in the past, to provide context for current projects, and to inform decisions for the future.

• Mary Trahanovsky, Historian
  (510) 552-9386

Hospitality

Provide food and gifts, as appropriate, to Lee teachers and staff in appreciation for all they do throughout the year.

• Renee Barnett, Chair
  (847) 436-1429

Landscape/Playground

Maintain and improve Lee’s landscaping and tree health, including coordinating several workdays throughout the year.

• Vacant, Coordinator – Help Wanted!

Lee Live

Organize and execute Lee’s annual spring Live Music, Community Fundraiser and Auction

• Tanya Hamlin, Chair
  (512) 773-2437
  

Lee Creates

Organize, compile, produce and print Lee’s annual kids art/poetry/writing publication.

• Melanie Tolen, Co-Chair
  (512) 762-3086
• Vacant, Co-Chair – Help Wanted!

Lee Olympics

Assist P.E. Teacher in organizing field day in April, including refreshments for athletes.

• Lauren Ross, Co-Coordinator
  (512) 659-6823
• Jacob Ross, Co-Coordinator
  (619) 253-5401

Lee Parents Support Special Needs

This is a group for parents and caregivers who have an interest in supporting and furthering the educational and social experience of kids at Lee Elementary with special needs.

• Rachel Biggs, Co-Chair
  (512) 914-7066
• Leigh Ann McGehee, Co-Chair
  (310) 435-6382

Library

Assist librarian in coordinating volunteers and other activities. Coordinate two Scholastic book sales events a year with proceeds benefitting the library.

• Laurie Rocha, Coordinator
  (512) 924-2486

Lost & Found

Organizes and reunites lost items with their owners. View posts on Facebook.

• Leigh Ann McGehee, Coordinator
  (310) 435-6382

Nominating Committee

Work with current administration and Executive Board Committee to highlight and present potential candidates for the PTA Executive Board. Duties take place prior to the spring vote on board members.

• Vacant, Chair – Help Wanted!

Roadrunner Rally

Coordinate, promote and run the annual “cash up front” fundraiser at the start of school.

• Summer Messer, Co-Chair
  (512) 585-8857
• Sarah Wheat, Co-Chair
  (917) 699-3690

Roadies

Liaison with Principal Hewlett. Coordinate meetings and volunteers to run (2–3 per semester) campus improvement days. Recruit members to help coordinate with other committees on collaborative activities (Carnival, Noche Latina, etc.). Coordinate social events with other parents.

• Vacant, Coordinator – Help Wanted!

Scholarship Committee

Appointed by the Executive Board, this committee reviews applications annually for the Lee PTA Alumni/ae Scholarship and makes recommendations for awards to the PTA Executive Board.

• Allan Cole, Chair
  (512) 699-1318

School Supplies

Coordinate ordering and delivery of school supplies to families who purchase the packages.

• Jen Jackson, Coordinator

Science Fair

Work with Lee’s Science teachers to coordinate the science fair activities including recruiting judges, scheduling volunteers, acquiring ribbons, and running the event. Science Fair rules and guidelines.

• Lloyd Bircher, Chair
  (512) 422-9621

Student Directory

Oversee, update and produce Lee’s online and printed directory including data collection, advertising, layout, marketing, and distribution. Engage in social media.

• Todd Pruner, Data Coordinator
  (512) 560-8355

Transfer Family Welcome Committee

Organize social gatherings for families transferring into Lee.

• Carolina Trevino, Coordinator

Website

Oversee, update, and maintain Lee’s website and store including management of content, events, products, tickets to events, and PTA communication.

• Mat Hamlin, Webmaster