Why join the PTA?
Successful students make successful schools— which make thriving communities. Everyone benefits when you support students!
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Welcome to Spicewood PTA!
Welcome!
Welcome to the Spicewood Elementary PTA! Our PTA is a group of parents, caregivers, teachers, school staff, and community members who have joined together with the shared goals of advocacy, family engagement, programming for kids, and support for our school.
The Spicewood PTA was formed:
- To promote the welfare of children and youth in home, school, and throughout the community;
- To raise the standards of home life;
- To advocate for laws that further the education, physical and mental health, welfare, and safety of children and youth;
- To promote the collaboration and engagement of families and educators in the education of children and youth;
- To engage the public in united efforts to secure the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social well-being of all children and youth; and
- To advocate for fiscal responsibility regarding public tax dollars in public education funding
We value collaboration, commitment, diversity, respect, and accountability. However, we cannot do this alone. The Spicewood Community needs involvement from all families in order to best support our children. Whether you choose to volunteer in a classroom, assist with an event, become a Panther Partner, or simply join as a member, you are doing your part to make Spicewood Elementary the BEST environment for growth.
For reasons of privacy and security, we require that you create an account and/or be a current PTA member to view parts of our website. Please register below, if you haven't already. Thank you!
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Signing up with Membership Toolkit is not the same as joining the PTA.
Membership Toolkit is the service that empowers us to make purchases, complete paperwork, and coordinate our volunteer efforts —all online. The goal is to save time, and work together more smoothly!
Once registered, you can:
Join our PTA (and pay dues) online
Complete your directory information
Volunteer
Access the online directory and app (for PTA members only)
Volunteer at Spicewood Elementary
We are so fortunate to have a strong and participative community at Spicewood, with so many people willing to donate their time to help the students, school and teachers have the best learning experience possible.
Every parent has a talent, skill, passion, or time. Any contribution is appreciated, big or small. So regardless if you have 1 hour at home to help a teacher, be on the grade level homeroom parent, or donate your time as a committee chair, your time and talents are valued by the whole Spicewood community.
In order to volunteer at Spicewood, you are required to fill out RRISD's volunteer application for a background check. This must be completed each school year.
2025-2026 volunteer NEEDS
LEAD A PTA-SUPPORTED ACTIVITY:
| Last Updated THU, August 21, 2025 |
| WHEN | WHAT | DESCRIPTION | TIME COMMITMENT | MORE INFO |
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2025-2026 school year |
President-Elect
(PTA Executive Board) |
Think of this as being “president-in-training.” You’ll shadow the current president, learn how everything works, and be ready to step into the role next year. It’s a wonderful way to grow your leadership skills while ensuring our PTA keeps thriving. |
On average, it takes about 1–3 hours a week to attend meetings, check in with the President, and help with projects. During busier times (like fundraisers or events), it might be closer to 5–7 hours. Most of the year, though, the workload is light and flexible—you’ll be gaining experience, lending a hand, and getting ready to step into the President role with confidence the following year. |
Contact Pryscila Guttoski |
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School day mornings from 7:10-7:50am |
Panther Patrol - Crossing Guard |
Keep our mornings safe and welcoming. Volunteers set up cones, guide cars in the turnaround, open car doors, and help kids safely cross the street. It’s a small time commitment (school days from 7:10-7:50am) with a huge impact on safety. |
On average, it takes about 3-5 hours a week. The more volunteers in this role, more spaced out the shifts can be. Engage your friends to wear the safety cape with you and join the force for a very good cause! |
Panther Patrol and Crossing Guard page or contact Tammy Dendy |
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2025-2026 school year |
Panther Partners
(PTA Chair position) |
Help connect our school with local businesses and community sponsors. You’ll share sponsorship opportunities, help promote our partners, and bring in funds that directly support student programs. It’s perfect for someone who enjoys networking and making community connections. |
On average, it takes about 3-15 hours a month to coordinate advertising benefits for existing sponsors and seek out new sponsors, get banners printed and displayed, send out Peachjar flyers, and create PTA social media posts for businesses. Most of it is via email and you can do it on your own time and at your own pace. | Panther Partners page or contact Lacey Ramos |
| 2025-2026 school year |
PTA Award Recognition
(PTA Chair position) |
Lead our membership campaign and celebrate our amazing volunteers! You’ll set goals, encourage families to join, and apply for awards from Texas PTA so our school gets the recognition it deserves. | On average, it takes about 1-10 hours a month | Contact Kelly Holm |
| 2025-2026 school year |
Cultural Events
(PTA Chair position) |
Work with our principal and hospitality team to honor and celebrate the diverse cultural traditions in our school. If you love celebrating people and making everyone feel included, this role is for you. | On average, it takes about 1-5 hours a month | Contact Kate Upchurch |
| March & April 2026 |
One World One Night
(PTA Chair position) |
Help plan our biggest multicultural celebration of the year! From food to performances to fun activities, this event brings our community together. You’ll coordinate activities and volunteers to make it unforgettable. | On average, it takes about 1-5 hours a week during the planning phase. Typically the 2 weeks before the event get busier, and it might be closer to 5–7 hours a week. The day of the event takes about 4 hours. | One World, One Night page or contact Kate Upchurch. |
| January to March 2026 |
STEAM Day
(PTA Chair position) |
Bring Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to life! You’ll help line up speakers, activities, and volunteers to give our kids an inspiring day of hands-on learning. This person will collaborate with the school technologist ms Jennifer Price to support her in planning the event. | On average, it takes about 1-5 hours a week during the planning phase. Typically the 2 weeks before the event gets busier, and it might be closer to 5–7 hours a week. The day of the event takes about 8 hours since it is a full school day event. | STEAM Day page or contact Tammy Dendy / Pryscila Guttoski. |
| January to March 2026 |
Art in the Classroom
(PTA Chair position) |
Calling all art lovers! Our students will get to experience a full day dedicated to creativity, imagination, and expression—and we need a volunteer leader to help bring it to life. This role will focus on coordinating activities, gathering supplies, and leading a group of parent helpers. No professional art background required—just a passion for inspiring kids! | On average, it takes about 1-5 hours a week during the planning phase. Typically the 2 weeks before the event gets busier, and it might be closer to 5–7 hours a week. The day of the event takes about 8 hours since it is a full school day event. | Art in the Classroom page or contact Tammy Dendy |
| March & April 2026 |
Environmental Awareness
(PTA Chair position) |
Help our school go green! In this role, you’ll coordinate school-wide recycling events and lead fun, hands-on activities for Earth Day. It’s a wonderful way to inspire students to care for our planet while building a culture of sustainability in our community. |
This is a new PTA-supported activity so you will collaborate with ms Cimo and the VP of Service and Outreach to determine the activities and how big or small it will be.
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Contact An-ni Chang. |
JOIN A PTA COMMITTEE:
Last Updated THU, August 21, 2025
| WHEN | COMMITTEE | DESCRIPTION | TIME COMMITMENT | MORE INFO |
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2025-2026 school year |
Teacher Hospitality |
Help to show our beloved teachers and staff our appreciation and support! |
On average, it takes about 1–3 hours a month to help with the monthly PTA sponsored lunch/dinner for our teachers. During busier times (Thanksgiving Pie Drive and Teacher Hospitality Week), it might be closer to 5–12 hours a month. Most of the year, though, the workload is light. |
Teacher Hospitality page or contact Samantha Bond. |
| Oct & Nov 2025 | Fall Carnival | Help to create an incredible event for the Spicewood families. Coordination of games, inflatables , volunteers, donation of goodies for the cakewalk, food trucks, music, etc | On average, it takes about 1-3 hours a week during the planning phase. Typically the 2 weeks before the event get busier, and it might be closer to 5–7 hours a week. The day of the event takes about 5 hours. | Carnival page or contact Alicia Rodrigues / Annie Livingston |
| Nov 2025 to Mar 2025 | Gala Night and Auction | Be on the team that makes the traditional largest fundraising at Spicewood memorable. Coordination of: vendors and donations for the silent and live auction, building baskets, decoration, entertainment, food and drinks, photo, sound system, music, volunteers for prep and clean up, hand over baskets/prizes to winners, etc | On average, it takes about 1-3 hours a week during the planning phase. Typically the 2 weeks before the event get busier, and it might be closer to 5–7 hours a week. The day of the event takes about 8 hours. | Gala Night & Auction page or contact Anna Corley |
| 2025-2026 school year | Financial Committee | Love numbers and organization? We’re looking for volunteers to support our PTA Treasurer with payments, reports, and other required duties throughout the school year. This is a great way to make a big impact behind the scenes, helping keep our PTA running smoothly and ensuring funds go directly to supporting our students. No prior experience needed—just a willingness to help and learn! | On average, it takes 3-5 hours a month to support the treasurer with reports and payments. | Contact Emily Campbell. |
| 2025-2026 school year | Clothes Closet | Our school is proud to be one of the feeding campuses for the RRISD Clothes Closet, a program that provides free, gently used clothing to students and families in need across the district. We’re looking for volunteers to help sort donations, organize clothing, and welcome families with kindness and respect. This is a wonderful way to give back, support our greater community, and make sure every student has what they need to feel comfortable and confident at school. | On average, it takes 3-5 hours a month. | Contact Catherine Wilson |
VOLUNTEER FOR A DAY:
Last Updated THU, August 21, 2025
| WHEN | WHAT | DESCRIPTION | TIME COMMITMENT | MORE INFO |
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Usually the 1st Wednesdays of the month from 8am-2:30pm
(check the Panther Patrol page for actual dates/times) |
Panther Patrol for a day |
Panther Patrol is a hands-on volunteer program that invites fathers, stepfathers, grandpas, uncles, and other important role models (including moms and female figures!) to spend a full day serving at our school. From lending a hand with safety and set-up to helping where needed, you’ll make a visible difference in our students’ day. Manual labor, heavy lifting, or handy skills are welcome—but the most important thing you bring is your presence. Come show our kids that their role models care! |
On average, it takes about 5-6 hours on the day you are volunteering. |
Panther Patrol page or contact Brian Weaver |
| During school hours | Library Helper | Love books? Love helping kids? Come volunteer in our school library! You can support in so many ways—putting books away, checking books in and out, helping with seasonal projects, and even guiding students as they choose their next favorite read. Your time makes a big difference in keeping our library running smoothly and inspiring a love of reading in our Panthers. | As few or as many hours as you have |
Spicewood Library Website or contact Julia Hendricks (Spicewood Librarian) |
| Whenever you are available -outside of school hours | School Garden | Do you enjoy working outdoors and getting your hands a little dirty? Join our volunteer team to help maintain the school garden! From planting flowers and pulling weeds, your efforts will help create a welcoming and vibrant space for our students to learn and play. Every helping hand makes a visible difference! | As few or as many hours as you have | Contact Dorothy Mendoza |
