PTA End-of-Year Calendar | April – July 2026

APRIL 2026

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 | 1:30 PM
Event: Rally Day / STAAR Encouragement + Video Update
Point of Contact: Cherish White
Notes:

• Support for STAAR testing

• Volunteers needed: lunch duty, arrival support, copies, care packages

Volunteer Support Dates (Multiple Days)
Dates: April 7, 9, 13, 15, 20, 22
Event: Campus Volunteer Support
Point of Contact: PTA Executive Board
Notes:

• Assist with lunch duty, arrival, copies, and care packages

Friday–Sunday, April 10–12, 2026
Event: Texas PTA Emerging Leaders Academy (ELA) Graduation
Point of Contact: Narshonna Ahiekpor
Notes:

• Participation in and graduation from the Texas PTA Emerging Leaders Academy

• Conference and graduation event

Saturday, April 11, 2026
Event: Crawfish Boil Fundraiser
Point of Contact: Cherish White
Notes:

• Volunteers needed

• Gift basket raffle (children & adults)

• Assistance needed with creating baskets

Sunday, April 12, 2026
Event: Emerging Leaders Academy Graduation
Point of Contact: Narshonna Ahiekpor
Notes:

• Texas PTA ELA Graduation

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | All Day
Event: Sheri’s 42nd Birthday
Point of Contact: N/A
Notes:

• Acknowledgement/celebration

Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 5:30 PM
Event: Elections Planning Meeting
Point of Contact: Cherish White
Notes:

• Plan for upcoming PTA elections

• Review open positions and candidate interest

• Prepare communication and timelines

Monday, April 27, 2026 | Time TBD
Event: Career Day
Point of Contact: Cherish White

MAY 2026

Friday, May 1, 2026 | Time TBD
Event: Talent Show
Point of Contact: Cherish White
Notes: TBD

Monday–Friday, May 4–8, 2026
Event: Teacher Appreciation Week
Point of Contact: Cherish White
Notes:

• Planned: BBQ, spa day, Schlotzsky’s sandwiches

• Kindness Squad: personalized gift baskets

• Homeroom Helpers assist with personalization

Thursday, May 7, 2026 | Time TBD
Event: Spring/Summer Fiesta
Point of Contact: Ms. Chavezkin / Meghien Pekar
Notes:

• Volunteer needs: TBD

Tuesday–Thursday, May 12–14, 2026 | Time TBD
Event: Field Day Trips
Point of Contact: Cherish White (Parent Chair Needed)
Notes:

• PTA support role TBD

Thurday, May14, 2026 | Time TBD
Event: Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
Location: Meyers
Point of Contact: Sheri
Notes:

• Identify volunteers to recognize

• Awards presentation

Friday, May 15, 2026 | Time TBD
Event: Special Olympics
Point of Contact: Ms. Glass
Notes: TBD

Friday, May 15, 2026 | After 6:00 PM
Event: End-of-Year Party (Karaoke Night)
Location: Milly’s
Point of Contact: Cherish White
Notes:

• Recognition for Dr. McNulty

Date TBD | Time TBD
Event: Fifth Grade Promotion Party
Point of Contact: Cherish White
Notes:

• Location: Intermediate or High School (TBD)

Date TBD | Time TBD
Event: Cap & Gown Ironing Party
Point of Contact: Cherish White
Notes:

• Assess supply needs and borrowing options

Date TBD | Time TBD
Event: Whataburger Fundraiser Opportunity
Point of Contact: Cherish White

Ongoing Opportunity
Event: Mayner Flea Market Vendor Opportunity
Point of Contact: Sheri / Rick
Notes:

• Location: Former “Ghost Town”

JUNE 2026

June 25–27, 2026 | Time TBD
Event: Western Days Festival
Point of Contact: Cherish White
Notes:

• Collaboration with other PTAs

• Shared float and decorations

Saturday, June 27, 2026 | Time TBD
Event: Western Days Parade
Point of Contact: Cherish White
Notes:

• PTA participation with shared float

JULY 2026

July 10–12, 2026 | Time TBD
Event: Texas PTA LAUNCH Conference
Point of Contact: Narshonna Ahiekpor
Notes:

• Annual statewide PTA conference

Leadership Opportunities (2026–2027)

If you are interested in serving in a leadership role, please contact a member of the current Executive Board and indicate the position you are interested in.

🌟 Harvest Ridge Elementary PTA & School projected Annual Calendar 🌟

*** Dates and times are planned in advance; we’ll keep you updated if adjustments are needed. *** 

2025–2026 School Year

🌈 April 2026 – Growth & Inclusion

• 1st, Wed, 6–7 PM: 🏫 Executive Board Meeting (PTA)

• 2nd, Thu: 🌟 Inclusivity / Raising Rainbows Event (PTA)

• 8th & 21st, Tue: 📝 STAAR Testing (HRE)

• 13th, Mon, 6–7 PM (Virtual): 🗓️ Membership Meeting (PTA)

• TBA: 🏫 STAAR Rally (HRE/PTA)

• TBA: 🗳️ PTA Elections (PTA)

• TBA: 🎉 Volunteer Appreciation (PTA)

🎓 May 2026 – Celebrate & Close Out

• 4th, Mon, 6–6:30 PM: 🗓️ Membership Wrap-Up Meeting (PTA)

• TBA: 🎓 Graduation (5th Grade, Pre-K, Kinder) (HRE)

• TBA: 🏟️ Field Day (HRE)

• TBA: 👩‍🏫 Teacher Appreciation Week (PTA)

• TBA: 🏫 Ushering New Board (PTA)

• TBA: 🍩 Donuts with Grownups (Spring)

📌 Notes & Reminders

• Donuts with Grownups → Spring (date TBA)

• Special Olympics → May (date pending)

• Field Trips → Dates TBA
  
  

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