About Us
what we do
The Bach PTO is a 501(c)3 organization that works in support of the students, teachers, staff, and families of Bach Elementary School. Our mission is to:
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promote the educational and emotional well-being of Bach students
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encourage closer cooperation and understanding among parents, staff, and students
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represent Bach School parents and teachers to community and public school organizations
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provide a forum for investigation and discussion of issues pertaining to our school and community and engage in appropriate action on such issues
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provide to the school appropriate services that would not otherwise be provided.
All Bach parents and caregivers are members of the PTO and are welcome at all meetings. Join us!
THE PTO RAISES MONEY FOR:
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Teacher Budgets Each classroom and specials teacher can get what they need to teach virtually
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Professional Development We pay for teachers to attend conferences and workshops, as well as purchasing books and materials
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Online Curriculum Enrichment Scholastic Kids, Mystery Science and more
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Hosting free or low-cost community events We are working on ways to host our popular events virtually, including Family Science Night, Art Night, and Heritage Festival
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Maintaining a fund to support families in need
In addition to direct financial support, the PTO develops and manages programs that support our school, such as:
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Room Parent Program Each classroom has dedicated parent volunteers that assist with communication, events, teacher appreciation, and classroom volunteers
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Teacher Appreciation Bach PTO loves our teachers, and we like to show it!
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Multicultural Outreach We are committed to welcoming international families.
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Online Family Directory Registration on this site is required to view the directory.
Who we are
All families and caregivers of Bach students are members of the PTO. The folks below serve as leaders on the PTO Board. Interested in serving on the Board? Reach out and let us know!
Our 2024-25 PTO Board:
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President
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Heather Esper |
president@bachpto.org |
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Vice President
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Dara Moses |
vice-president@bachpto.org |
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Treasurers
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Megan Miller |
treasurer@bachpto.org |
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Secretary
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Kele Carnell |
secretary@bachpto.org |
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Room Parent Coordinator
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Ali Krauss |
rpc@bachpto.org |
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Multicultural Outreach Rep.
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Jenny Koppera |
multiculturaloutreachrep@bachpto.org |
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PTO-C Representative
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Ryan Buck |
ptocrep@bachpto.org |
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Technology Steward/Website |
Matt Rubens |
website@bachpto.org |
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Teacher Liaison |
Rotating Bach staff |
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PTO ByLaws
Bach Elementary School PTO Bylaws (pdf)
pto Budget
