PTA AT FLORA VISTA ELEMENTARY


The Flora Vista Elementary Parent Teacher Association is a dynamic force of passionate parents, dedicated teachers, and visionary administrators. Together, we're building an incredible support system and bringing exciting new opportunities to our teachers, administration, families, and the entire school community.


Because we believe it truly takes a village to raise our children and nurture our school, your voice matters. We invite all Flora Vista parents to join us at our PTA meetings and be a vital part of our thriving village!

 


PTA + EEF


Flora Vista has united its fundraising and volunteer efforts by merging the PTA and EEF into one comprehensive organization, creating a more efficient and cohesive approach to supporting our school.

 

How the PTA Supports Flora Vista


At Flora Vista, we believe it takes a village to empower our students and teachers, and the PTA is at the heart of that effort! We actively provide essential classroom and enrichment supplies, along with vital academic support, ensuring our kids and educators have everything they need to thrive.

 

But we're more than just supplies! We're also the force behind beloved community events like the Jog-a-thon, Fall Festival/Campout, the inspiring Flora Vista Reads Program, Math 24, and Science and Book Fairs.

 

 

How EEF Elevates Learning at Flora Vista


EEF at Flora Vista, a local chapter of the Encinitas Education Foundation, plays a crucial role in enhancing our school. It exists to bridge the gap between available public school funding and the comprehensive needs of our Flora Vista Falcons.

 

We proudly fund dedicated Enrichment Teachers who bring our school's focus on Science, Arts, Music, and Math to life. Additionally, EEF supports vital site teachers who provide essential in-school support in Reading and Math, strengthening core academic skills for all.

 

 


 What We Do


The PTA at FV organizes and provides materials for a high percentage of school programs. We also help families stay informed through multiple channels of communication (calendar, website, weekly newsletter, marquee, and social media).

 

Check out the incredible programs the students participate in throughout the year at Flora Vista:


Assemblies

Bike/Walk to School Day
Book Fair
Fall Festival & Family Campout
Field Trips
Flora Vista Reads
Garden Club

Jog-a-thon

Kindness Week

Lunch Recess Activities

Math 24
Media Center and Library

Reflections Art Program
Recess Equipment

Science Fair
Sixth Grade Promotion

Spring Social
Staff Appreciation Week
Sponsorship

Talent Show

Teacher Classroom Grants
Visual and Performing Arts

 

 


Who We Are


Below is our amazing group of volunteer parents working as part of the Flora Vista PTA Team.
If you are interested in being a part of our team, please contact us.
​We also have plenty of PTA programs in need of your help.

 

2025-2026 Board:

President - Heather Aguilar

Executive VP - Amanda Esterly

Secretary - Beth Bryan

Treasurer - Kimberly Godoy

Parliamentarian - Kirsty Mitchell

Historian - Christine Lustig

Financial Reviewer - Dushanka Klacar

Financial Secretary - Elaine Beccera

Academic Programs Chair - Lara Schulte

Social Programs Co-Chairs - Olivia Sudol & Christine Irmler

Health & Safety Chair - OPEN

Fundraising Chair - Emily Garcia

Legislative Advocacy Chair - OPEN

 

2025-2026 Committee Leads: 

DEI Representative - Vanessa Reed

EEF Liaison - Juila Straka

EEF Parents' Night Out (formerly Gala) - Olivia Sudol

EEF Gala Auction - Lillian Doherty

EEF Restaurant Nights - Riley Bandy

Falcon Fund - Emily Garcia & Elaine Beccera

Hospitality - Kirsty Mitchell

Staff Appreciation Week - Carrie Galipault

6th Grade Promotion - OPEN

Dad's Crew - Jeff Sudol

Parents' Socials - OPEN

Book Fair - Dushanka Klacar

Spirit Wear - Kirsten Ferguson

Reflections - Sarah Kim

Math 24 - Julia Straka, Lee Blum and Dushanka Klacar

Garden Club - Rica Huang & Sarah Kim

Flora Vista Reads - Camille Keller

Science Fair - Erica Pedersen

Bike/Walk/Roll Day - OPEN

Kindness Week - OPEN

Earth/Wellness Week - OPEN

Back to School Coffee - Elaine Beccera

Back to School Bash - Christine Irmler

Fall Festival & Family Campout - Olivia Sudol & Jeff Sudol

Jog-a-thon - Kimberly Godoy, Christine Lustig & OPEN

Spring Social - Olivia Sudol

Talent Show - Anne Bertens

Room Parent Coordinator - Desiree Marr

E-News - Melissa Duncan

Yearbook - Anne Bertens & Carrie Galipault

Marquee Updates - Riley Bandy

Social Media - OPEN

Website - Christine Lustig