About Dillard Drive Magnet Elementary School Parent-Teacher Association
The PTA at Dillard Drive Center for Global Studies and Spanish Immersion Magnet Elementary is a dynamic network of parents, guardians, educators, and community members working together to enrich our students’ learning journey.
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Through creative fundraising and impactful school initiatives, we help bring innovative technology into classrooms, enhance the media center, equip teachers with vital resources, and improve our campus environment—just to name a few!
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In addition to providing resources, we host fun and engaging events for students and keep families informed with timely updates via newsletters, MemberHub, social media, and our website.
2025-2026 Elected PTA Board
Board of Directors
President: LaWanda Simpkins
Vice President of Member Engagement: Anna Lopez
Advocacy: Madana Marshall
Audit: Tracy Brown
Treasurer: Paula Silitshena
Secretary: Renda Dennie
Member at Large: Cheryl Tran
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Advisory Board and Committee Chair Members
College and Career Fair: Vickie Dekle
Communications: Lisa Luten
Dragon Fly Dash: Jae-Ellyne Hudson
Education Immersive Special Project: Brooke Pristell
Family and Community Engagement: Jen Ayscue & Jessica Medina
Fifth Grade Promotion Chair: Pamela Guerra Montanez
Fundraising and Sponsorship: Charla Brandon
Hospitality: Karla Gamble
Literacy/Book Fair: LaDonna Byarse & Nadirah
Membership: Marie Swepson
Men of Dillard: Marcellus Simpkins & Kelvin McDougald
Nominations: OPEN
Operations and Protocol: OPEN
Reflections: Heather Kasdan
Teacher Appreciation: Candace Bridgers
Special Events: David Alan
Yearbook: Lisa Padgett
DDMES School Representatives
Principal: Dr. Roxann Sykes
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