Dear Tambark Creek Families,

As your PTSA Co-Presidents, we're excited to welcome our students, families, teachers, and staff back to Tambark Creek Elementary.

The start of a new year brings fresh opportunities to connect, support one another, and create memorable experiences for our students. Our PTSA is made up of parents, caregivers, educators, and community members who share one goal: helping every child feel supported, included, and inspired to succeed.

This year, we're looking forward to strengthening our school community through fun events, meaningful programs, and partnerships that enrich the student experience. Whether you volunteer at an event, attend a meeting, share an idea, or simply cheer us on, every contribution helps make a difference.

We can't wait to work alongside all of you to make this an incredible year for our students. We hope you'll join us, get involved in whatever way works for you, and be part of everything that makes Tambark Creek such a special place.

Warmly,

Omnia Elgoodah & Sandra Sivananthan
Co-Presidents, Tambark Creek Elementary PTSA

• Co-Presidents – Omnia Elgoodah and Sandra Sivananthan president@tambarkcreekptsa.org

• Vice Presidents of Volunteers – Bryan Cowles and Sandhya Sunder  | vicepresident@tambarkcreekptsa.org 

• Treasurer – Kindel Surek | treasurer@tambarkcreekptsa.org 

• Secretary – Neeta Bala | secretary@tambarkcreekptsa.org

• Advocacy - Gabby Lewnes | advocacy@tambarkcreekptsa.org 

• Communications – Adriana Pineda | communications@tambarkcreekptsa.org 

• Event Planning – Gabby Lewnes | events@tambarkcreekptsa.org

• Fundraising – Omnia Elgoodah | fundraising@tambarkcreekptsa.org 

• Math Challenge – Open | mathchallenge@tambarkcreekptsa.org 

• Math Kangaroo - Ritu Gupta and Bhavya Krishnamurthy | mathkangaroo@tambarkcreekptsa.org

• Membership – Open | membership@tambarkcreekptsa.org

• Multicultural Night – Norhan Saad | multiculturalnight@tambarkcreekptsa.org  

• Reflections – Norhan Saad & Saja Khasawne | reflections@tambarkcreekptsa.org 

• Spelling Bee – Ritu Gupta and Bhavya Krishnamurthy | spellingbee@tambarkcreekptsa.org 

• Staff Appreciation – Maria and Cynn Salaman | staffappreciation@tambarkcreekptsa.org 

• Yearbook – Chelsea Korthuis | yearbook@tambarkcreekptsa.org

Funds raised by the PTSA support: 

• Signature programs and enrichment opportunities for all students. 

• Classroom and extracurricular initiatives. 

• Community-building events for families and staff. 

• Support for students and families in need, ensuring everyone can participate fully in PTSA-sponsored activities. ​

Tambark Creek PTSA operates in accordance with our Standing Rules, which provide structure and guidance for all activities, leadership roles, and decision-making processes. These rules are reviewed and approved annually by the general membership and ensure consistency, transparency, and alignment with WSPTA standards. View standing rules here.

All PTSA-related reimbursements, funding requests, and money-handling procedures must be submitted using the following official forms:

Payment Request Form
Use to request reimbursement for approved expenses such as staff allocations, classroom funds, or PTSA purchases. Attach original receipts and place in the PTSA mailbox. Please allow up to 3 weeks for processing.

Grant Application Form
Request funding for a project or purchase not already in the approved PTSA budget (e.g., classroom software, new event, etc.). Submit to the PTSA mailbox or via email for board review.

Money Tally Form
Required for documenting all cash and check collections. Two current PTSA members must individually count and sign. Submit to the Treasurer with funds collected.

Starting Cash Form
Use this to request starting cash for events involving cash sales (e.g., concessions, spirit wear). Must be signed by the appropriate officers before submitting to the Treasurer.