The Irvington Elementary PTA cultivates an inclusive community that provides equitable experiences, academic support, and enrichment opportunities for all our students. We center the voices and needs of those furthest from opportunity, partner with teachers and staff, and engage the community to ensure every child thrives.
Our key priorities are to: ⁍ Equitably distribute resources ⁍ Create opportunities to build community ⁍ Fundraise to enhance the school experience for all
What is the PTA?
The Irvington Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is a partnership between parents/guardians and educators who care about supporting the learning of all students. We hold regular meetings to talk about what events are going on, how to spend funds raised to support students and teachers, and planning fun community events.
Why Does PTA Matter?
Gentrification has changed our once diverse neighborhood. What sets Irvington PTA apart is the willingness to keep racial equity, non-binary and neurodiverse perspectives at the forefront when making decisions, but we don’t always get that right. We remain curious about the needs of EVERY student, but without representation, we cannot be certain our intentions are truly equitable.
We have a variety of volunteer positions available for activities and community engagement events we put on yearly. Some of these events will not be possible this year; some will take on a different approach. Our biggest fundraiser is our Auction. Held in the spring, it is the main source of fundraising for our yearly budget. The auction pays for school supplies, reading supports, field trips, community engagement events, after school activity scholarships and has even allowed us to support staff positions. Last year, much of our budget supported the Westminster Learning Pod, in conjunction with the YMCA.
How can you get involved?
Become a PTA member! Becoming a member allows you to vote at our meetings and helps our PTA’s reach go further by supporting statewide advocacy. Irvington PTA is covering the cost of everyone’s dues to reduce barriers for membership. Membership dues of $12/member are paid to the National PTA and Oregon PTA to support advocacy efforts on behalf of children and their families. You can cover the cost of your membership with a donation to Irvington PTA via cash, check (payable to “Irvington PTA”), or Venmo (“membership” in the subject line).
PTA Meeting Schedule
PTA meetings will be held in person, at Irvington School. Food and childcare will be provided.