PTA

The Washington PTA is a 501(c)(3) United States non-profit corporation and a chapter of the Berkeley Council in the Peralta District of the California PTA. 

The Washington PTA is:

  • P – Parents (anyone who parents, cares for, and raises our students)

  • T – Teachers (anyone who teaches, in the classroom, on the playground, after school, etc.)

  • A – Association (an organized group of people)

Washington Elementary School is a 501(c)3 charitable organization. All donations are fully tax-deductible (non-profit Federal Tax ID No. 94-6174706). Our Benevity ID is 946174706.

Budget and Fundraising

The PTA raises money annually and uses that money to fund positions and programs that would not otherwise exist. Money is raised every school year to fund positions and programs for the next school year. Based on fundraising completed in 2023-2024, the PTA has proposed spending funds according to the 2024-2025 budget.

The 2024-2025 budget includes funding for:

  • Physical Education (PE) with Coach Don

  • Mini-Grants to teachers and staff for classroom supplies, field trips, etc.

  • Class presentations, assemblies, etc.

  • Social group counseling, restorative justice, conflict resolution, and absenteeism support

  • African-American Unity Group (AAUG)

  • English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC)

  • Rainbow and XSpecial Families Groups

  • Office of Family Engagement & Equity

The PTA’s annual fundraisers include direct donations to the Washington Fund, the fall Walk-A-Thon, the spring Read-A-Thon, and the spring fundraiser. All donations are fully tax-deductible.

Volunteer Opportunities

Help the PTA and our school in the following ways. We need help at all levels from all families.

  1. Read the Rhino Rumble and volunteer for upcoming events

  2. Sign-up to receive the Washington Wire PTA email

  3. Come to PTA meetings (announced in the Rhino Rumble)

  4. Become a PTA Voting Member ($10 annual membership plus $1 processing fee)

  5. Join the PTA Board/Leadership

Click here to read more about the types of regular volunteer positions the PTA always needs help with. The list was created for the 2023-2024 school year, but it is still accurate.

PTA Leadership

The 2024-2025 PTA Volunteer Board/Leadership includes:

  • President – James Pine

  • Executive Vice President – Greg Fisher

  • Treasurer – Carl DiPietro

  • Recording Secretary – David MacFadden

  • Financial Secretary – Jamie Parks

  • Historian – Catherine Clark

  • Co-Chairs of Programming – Jasdeep Malhi and Abbie Gregor

  • Chair of African American Unity Group – Diana Moore

  • Chair of Communications Committee – Valerie Coleman

  • Room Parent Coordinator – Amanda Richardson

  • Chair of Fundraising – Cen (Cheney) Chen

  • Parliamentarian – Han Lee

Calendar of Events

The PTA calendar of events changes a bit every year. Events will always be listed in the Rhino Rumble. This is a list of events that have been held every year for the last few years.

  • TK/K Playdates – Summer

  • Grade Level Potlucks – August/September

  • Back to School Night - August/September

  • Walk-A-Thon Fundraiser – October

  • Spirit Day – October

  • Winter Party – November/December

  • Black Heritage Night – February

  • Read-A-Thon Fundraiser – April

  • Multicultural Potluck – April

  • Spring Fundraiser – May

  • Fifth Grade Promotion Celebration - June

  • Garden Cleanups – Various times throughout the year

  • Friday Morning Coffee – Typically the first Friday of the month (check the Rhino Rumble)

Have an idea, question, or concern? Contact the PTA .

 Join the PTA Volunteer Corps Team

We are looking for more volunteers for our PTA Volunteer Corps Team!  From big to bite-size roles, Here is a list of possible PTA volunteer opportunities for you to consider.

So if you've thought about being involved in PTA but don't have the time - don't worry - we can still use your help!  Click this link for a short survey with small tasks and opportunities to contribute at Washington.  It only takes a few minutes, but could make a big difference for our school community - and could be an opportunity for fun and further sense of connection at Washington.

We welcome contributions!

We only are as strong as the individuals in our community and welcome all contributions, of time, money, and effort – large and small!

  • Donate online to help our PTA support learning and enrichment at Washington.

  • Support Washington by donating supplies, or joining the PTA.

  • Attend our monthly PTA meetings or talk to one of our PTA officers.