The Firefly Family - Our PTA
Our mission is to make every child's potential a reality by ENGAGING and EMPOWERING families and communities to advocate for all children.
At Ballentine Elementary that looks like engaged families creating a welcoming environment with exciting programs and opportunities for ALL Fireflies to glow brightly.
Officers
2022-2023
President: Melody Reed
Vice President - Programs: Lindsay Martini
Vice President - Communications: Ashley Roesch
Vice President - Fundraising: Adele Curtis
Secretary: Amber Stutts
Treasurer: Kim Pescosolido
Address
1651 North McLaurin Lane
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Phone: 919-557-1120
Board of Directors
2022-2023
Member at Large: Megan Zavala
Member at Large: Kayla Streety
Member at Large: Kristen Pulliam
Nominating Chair: Tiffany Huckaby
Advocacy Chair: Georges Hilaire
Audit Chair: Dena Light
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Co-Chairs: Chloe G and Danielle Lange
Cultural Arts Chair: Johanna Rogers
Teacher Representatives: Johanna Drake, Kristine Franklin, and Michelle Moniz
Principal: Greg Hackmann
Assistant Principal: To be named
Without volunteers like you, the PTA could not function. We encourage you to find the right volunteer experience for you.
Committees
Cultural Arts & Residencies
Spelling Bee
Talent Show
Firefly Festival
Hospitality & Appreciation
Garden & Beautification
Fall Festival
5th Grade Graduation
Reflections Art Program
Committees
Firefly Glow Run
Yearbook
Bookfair
Spirit Wear
Spirit Nights
Box Tops
Store Loyalty Programs
Committees
Board Reporting
Audit
Nominating
Advocacy
2022-23 Nominations
Nominations for 2022-23 Officers, Board of Directors and Committee Co-Chairs were affirmed at our Virtual General Membership Meeting in May 2022. Thank you to those willing to serve!
We are still looking to fill Chairs and Member vacancies for Teacher Appreciation as well as Garden & Grounds committees for the 2022-2023 school year. If you are interested, please contact Melody Reed at ballentinepresident@gmail.com.