About Parkside Montessori PTA

At Parkside Montessori, Tiger Pride is at the heart of everything we do. Our close-knit community of families, educators, and staff is dedicated to creating the best environment for our children to learn, grow, and thrive.

 

Our high level of parent involvement is the "secret sauce" that makes Parkside special. Families are encouraged to volunteer 30 hours per school year, aligning interests and talents with various projects that support the school’s needs.

 

The Parkside Montessori Parent Teachers Association (PTA) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit made up of parent volunteers and staff who work together to support the mission, vision, and goals of our school. Since 1954, the PTA has played a vital role in building strong connections, enriching academic experiences, and advocating for the well-being of all students.

 

 

 

Our Mission

We exist to engage and empower all families in our community – for today and tomorrow – to support the mission, vision, and goals of Parkside Montessori School. We are committed to providing each of our children a strong academic foundation, helping them become motivated learners, problem solvers, and global citizens through a Montessori whole-child approach.

 

What We Do

Through the generous donations and dedicated volunteers of our community, we are able to fund and support a wide range of programs that enrich our students' experience.

  • ENRICH LEARNING: We fund and organize programs like field trips, art and music classes, STEM activities, and more.
  • SUPPORT CLASSROOMS: From school supplies to staff support, we help fill gaps in school budgets and ensure teachers have what they need.
  • BUILD COMMUNITY: We host engaging family events that bring our school together, celebrate diversity, and strengthen connections.
  • ADVOCATE FOR KIDS: As part of the California and National PTA networks, we lend our voice to policies that support children’s education, health, and well-being at every level.

 

 

 

How we raise funds

  • DIRECT DONATION: The Tiger Pride Direct Donation is Parkside Montessori PTA’s largest and most important fundraiser. This annual campaign provides our school with the resources to deliver high-quality education and experience to our students.
  • CORPORATE MATCHING: Corporate Matching is an easy way to raise additional funds for Parkside Montessori. There are many local and national employers that will match their employee’s donations which can double your donation.
  • DINE AND DONATE: Meals made easy! Join other Parkside families once a week at a local restaurant for dinner, socializing, and supporting the PTA. When you dine at these local restaurants during our fundraising days, they donate 10% or more to our school. It is a simple and automatic way to support Parkside Tigers.
  • SHOP AND SUPPORT: Every time you shop with our affiliate businesses, you contribute to Parkside PTA's fundraising efforts at no extra cost to you. It's is a simple and automatic way to support Parkside Tigers.
  • SPIRITWEAR SHOP: Show your school spirit with our exclusive Parkside Montessori merch from Squadlocker.

 

Be a part of it

The PTA is more than just meetings and fundraisers. We are about creating a vibrant, inclusive community where:

  • Every voice matters

  • Every contribution makes a difference

  • Every family belongs

Whether you have 30 minutes or a few hours a month, your involvement—big or small—helps fuel our mission.

 

Be a part of the Parkside Montessori PTA and help us continue building a strong, supportive school community for your child and every child.