Our Mission
The Edison PTA is dedicated to fostering a vibrant, bilingual community where parents, teachers, and students come together to enrich the educational experience. We strive to support our school through funding vital programs, advocating for resources, and building meaningful connections among families. With a focus on inclusivity and cultural celebration, the Edison PTA creates opportunities for our children to thrive both academically and socially.
What does the PTA fund?
Every contribution to the Edison PTA goes directly toward enhancing our students’ experiences. Here’s a look at the essential areas we fund to make Edison a thriving, enriched learning environment.
Supplies and
Equipment
We ensure Edison students have the tools they need to succeed. Our funding helps provide:
• Online Educational Programs
• PE Equipment
• Supplementary Art Supplies
• Support for the Edison Garden
Events
Our events bring the Edison community together, celebrating culture, creativity, and connection. We proudly sponsor:
• Día de Los Muertos
• Valentine’s Dance / Salsa Night
• Movie Nights
• Weekly Cafecito
• Jog-a-thon
• Book Fairs
Educational
Activities
The PTA provides funding for enriching activities that expand learning beyond the classroom, such as:
• Field Trips
• Assemblies
• Música en Español
• Theater
• Art Reflections Program
• Youth Storytellers
• Fifth Grade Trip Scholarships
Membership Matters
Your membership is more than a commitment—it’s a voice and a vote in the Edison PTA. By becoming a member, you support our efforts to fund essential programs, strengthen our community, and advocate for our children’s needs. Join us in shaping the future of Edison, one meaningful contribution at a time.
Our Board of Members
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Kimberly Bartholomew
PRESIDENT
edison.president.pta@gmail.com -
Judy Tobar Lerner
EXECUTIVE VP
edison.pta.vp@gmail.com -
Valeria Vega
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
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Rebecca Albert
HISTORIAN
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Joel Gomez
TREASURER
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Yuka Yoshino
FINANCIAL SECRETARY
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Lucy Raskin
PARLIAMENTARIAN
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Kevin Kauffman
AUDITOR
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Eva Cartagena Botas
VP OF COMMUNICATIONS
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Laurie Smith
DEPUTY - COMMUNICATIONS
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Heather Aitken
VP OF HEALTH AND SAFETY
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Irene Guerrero
VP OF SPECIAL EVENTS
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Willow Geer-Alsop
FUNDRAISING
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Michelle Uhm
DEPUTY - FUNDRAISING
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Heidi Vega Aimonetti
ANNUAL GIVING & MEMBERSHIPS
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Lindsay Wilson
CHAIR OF MEMBERSHIP
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Esther Hickman
DEPUTY - MEMBERSHIP
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Daniela Morato
PROGRAMS & ENRICHMENT
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Sasha Weiner
DEPUTY - PROGRAMS & ENRICHMENT
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Otto Scheuren
COMMUNITY INTEGRATION
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Christine Reardon
ROOM REP COORDINATOR
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Sylvia Jimenez
TEACHER REP
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Elizabeth Ipiña
PRINCIPAL
eipina@smmusd.org