ABOUT
DDMES PTA
The Dillard Drive Center for Global Studies and Spanish Immersion Magnet Elementary School PTA is a vibrant community of parents, guardians, teachers, and local supporters. We’re dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for our students through various fundraising initiatives and school projects.
Our efforts help provide cutting-edge technology, enrich the media center, supply teachers with essential tools, and make meaningful improvements to our school campus—just to name a few! Beyond resources, we also organize exciting events for the students and keep parents in the loop with the latest school news and district updates through newsletters, our MemberHub, social media channels, and our website.
2025-2026 Elected PTA Board
Board of Directors
President: LaWanda Simpkins
Vice President: Lisa Padgett
Secretary: Renda Dennie
Treasurer: Cheryl Tran​
Advocacy Chair: Brooke Pristell
Audit Chair: Victoria Lykes
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Advisory Board and Committee Chair Members
Book Fair Chair: Nadirah Cogbill
Director At Large: Paula Silitshena
Director At Large: Beth Kelly
Dragonfly Dash "Fun Run" Chair: Jae-Ellyn Hudson
Fifth Grade Promotion Chair: Madana Marshall
Hospitality Chair: Karla Gamble
Membership Chair: Rachel Powell
Men of Dillard Group Co-Chair: Kelvin McDouglad
Men of Dillard Group Co-Chair: Marcellus Simpkins
Operations & Awards Chair: Karri Miller
Sponsorship and Fundraising: Charla Brandon
Teacher Appreciation Chair: Candace Bridgers
DDMES School Representatives
Principal: Dr. Roxann Sykes - rsykes@wcpss.net
Assistant Principal: Mrs. Molly Montgomery - mrmontgomery@wcpss.net
Assistant Principal: Mrs. Paulette Currie - plcurrie@wcpss.net
Teacher Representative: Jennifer Joyner - Title 1 Intervention Teacher
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