Your PTA Team
The Escuela Key PTA is made up of dedicated parents and staff who share their time and talents to support our students, families, and teachers.
Those listed below volunteered to provide leadership on the Executive Board, Committees, and Programs & Events this year. Don’t hesitate to get in touch — we’d love to hear from you!
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Executive Board
🏅 President
Paula Cordero
Leads the PTA and works with school leadership to support all Key families.
president@keypta.org
💰 Treasurer
Laura Cummings
Manages budget, reporting, and financial transparency.
treasurer@keypta.org
🥈 Vice-President
Henry Shikani
Supports the President, coordinates committees; serves as acting President when needed.
treasurer@keypta.org
Committees
It Takes A Village – And We Need More Members!
The PTA and the school work together to make all of our programs possible. We have more than 20 committees/programs and need 100+ volunteers who work behind the scenes to run programs and host events.
✨Interested in joining one? Email: volunteer@keypta.org ✨
🌐 External Affairs
Open
Advocates for Key within APS and the wider immersion community.
external-affairs@keypta.org
🏫 Internal Affairs
Ericka Gjini Rosales
Coordinates school spirit and community-building events.
internal-affairs@keypta.org
📣 Communications
Erin Aylor
Keeps families informed via newsletters, WhatsApp, and more.
CommsChair@keypta.org
💞 Community Support
Rachel Chang
Runs initiatives like the Holiday Gift Drive and family assistance.
CommunitySupport@keypta.org
👩👧 Room Parents
Meg Finch
Coordinates grade-level room parents for events & support.
RPcoordinator@keypta.org
👪 Padres Latinos Unidos
Nimsy Retana
Supports Latino families and community activities.
Contact to learn more
Programs & Coordinators
| Program | Description | Learn More |
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| 🎶 After-School Enrichment | Sports, arts, and more, with scholarships available. | |
| 🐝 Apicultores Awards | Monthly recognition for outstanding staff, celebrating those who go above and beyond for their students. |
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| 📚 Book Fair | Builds home libraries with bilingual books. |
Coordinator: Kelly Dalton & Heather Hendershot
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| 📒 Directory | Helps families connect for playdates, birthdays, and classroom communication. |
Coordinator: Elaine Marrinan
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| 📑 Educational Grants | Funds innovative classroom projects. | |
| 🌿 Garden & Sustainability (Semillitas) | Help keep our schoolyard welcoming and learning-ready for students, with county and school support for minor maintenance. |
Coordinator: Open
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| 🏃♀️ Girls on the Run | Morning team for 3rd–5th grade; confidence-building activities and a season-ending 5K. | |
| ☕ Hospitality | Organizes staff appreciation and event hospitality—coffee carts, teacher lunches, and welcome treats. |
Coordinator: Laura Saliba
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| 🌍 International Night | One of Key’s most beloved traditions! Families host cultural tables, share dishes, and enjoy student & family performances. |
Coordinator: Lizzy Carrk & Sandra Licon
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| 🎒 No-School Day Camps | PTA-sponsored day camps on APS no-school days—open to K-5 (and VPI in spring), with reduced cost for families who qualify. | |
| 🤹 Odyssey of the Mind | Creative, team-based program solving long-term & spontaneous problems. | |
| 🎨 Reflections Art Contest | National PTA arts competition across visual, music, and literature. | |
| 🎸 Rocktober Day | Outdoor games and activities led by PE staff, with support from parent volunteers. |
Coordinator: Jill Camp
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| 📸 School Pictures | Coordinates fall & spring student picture days. |
Coordinator: Diane Auerbach
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| 🔬 STEAM Night | An evening of hands-on science, tech, engineering, art, and math fun for the whole family — from robotics to chain reactions! |
Coordinator: Erin Aylor
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| 📦 Sprout School Supplies | Coordinates back-to-school supply kits. |
Want to learn more about these Programs and Events?
✨ Want to get involved? Whether you’re interested in helping with an event, joining a committee, or supporting a program, we’d love to hear from you! ✨
