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.
The individuals listed below have volunteered to provide leadership on the PTA Executive Board, Committees, and to help organize programs & events this year. Don’t hesitate to get in touch — we’d love to hear from you!
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Executive Committee
🏅 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
📝 Secretary
Lizzy Carrk
Keeps minutes of PTA meetings, manages PTA membership, and ensures compliance with Virginia PTA regulations in coordination with the Treasurer.
secretary@keypta.org
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 a committee or leading a program? Email: volunteer@keypta.org ✨
Executive Board Committee Leads
🥈 Vice-President
Henry Shikani
Supports the President, coordinates committees; serves as acting President when needed.
📣 Communications
Erin Aylor
Keeps families informed via newsletters, WhatsApp, and more.
CommsChair@keypta.org
🏫 Internal Affairs
Ericka Gjini Rosales
Coordinates school spirit and community-building events.
internal-affairs@keypta.org
🌐 External Affairs
Amber Duffey
Advocates for Key within APS and the wider immersion community.
external-affairs@keypta.org
💞 Community Support
Rachel Chang
Runs initiatives like the Holiday Giving Program and family assistance.
CommunitySupport@keypta.org
👪 Padres Latinos Unidos
Nimsy Retana, Maria Ramos and Josefina Cantoran
Supports Latino families and community activities.
Contact to learn more
Programs & Coordinators
| Program | Description | Learn More |
|---|---|---|
| 🎶 After-School Enrichment Classes | Sports, arts, and more, with scholarships available. | |
| 🐝 Apicultores Awards | Monthly recognition for outstanding staff, celebrating those who go above and beyond for their students. | |
| 📚 Book Fair | Builds home libraries with bilingual books. |
Coordinator: Kelly Dalton & Heather Hendershot
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| 📑 Educational Grants | Funds innovative classroom projects. | |
| 🎭 Encore Stage & Studio | An after-school theater residency with Encore Stage & Studio for 4th–5th graders, culminating in a bilingual production at Key. | |
| 📒 Family Directory | Helps families connect for playdates, birthdays, and classroom communication. |
Coordinator: Elaine Marrinan
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| 🌿 Garden & Sustainability | Helps keep our schoolyard welcoming and learning-ready for students, with County and school support for minor maintenance. |
Coordinator: Open
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| ☕ 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. |
Coordinators: Lizzy Carrk & Sandra Licon
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| 🎒 No-School Day Camps | PTA-sponsored camps on select APS no-school-days–open to K-5 (and VPI in some cases), with reduced cost for families who qualify. | |
| 🤹 Odyssey of the Mind | Creative, team-based program solving long-term & spontaneous problems. Teams meet after school and/or on weekends from November through the end of February to prepare for the regional tournament. | |
| 🎨 Reflections Art Contest | National PTA arts competition across visual arts, music, dance, and literature. | |
| 🎸 Rocktober Day | Outdoor games and activities led by PE staff, with support from parent volunteers. |
Coordinator: Jill Camp
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| 👩👧 Room Parents | Coordinates grade-level room parents to support teachers, organize communications, and help run classroom/community events. |
Coordinator: Meg Finch
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| 📸 School Pictures | Coordinates student picture days. |
Coordinator: Diane Auerbach
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| 📦 School Supplies | Coordinates back-to-school supply kits for students and classroom essentials for teachers. | |
| 🎉 Spring Auction | Our biggest spring fundraiser and a can’t-miss community party—live band, dancing, and great company. |
Coordinators: Monique Gaskins, Gaby Colocho & Rosa Miyares
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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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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! ✨
