Meet the team
PTA Board
Our board is a team of dedicated parent and teacher volunteers who make the magic happen.
Priyam Singhal
President
Leads the PTA and represents Simonds families at school and district events.
simondsptapresident@gmail.comElvina Talalyev
Executive Vice President
Supports the President and helps coordinate PTA-wide initiatives and committees.
simondsptavp@gmail.comClaire Liang
Treasurer
Manages PTA finances, budgets, and reporting in line with CA State PTA guidelines.
simondsptatreasurer@gmail.comKavita Shenoi
VP Membership
Welcomes new families and grows our PTA membership each year.
simondsvpmembership@gmail.com
Erica Cattaneo
VP Volunteers
Coordinates volunteer opportunities and connects parents with the events they care about.
simondsvpvolunteer@gmail.com
Jessica Klein
VP Tech and Communications
Oversees the PTA website, newsletters, and family communications.
simondsvpcommunications@gmail.comJyothsna Patro
VP Health and Welfare
Promotes student well-being through health, safety, and wellness programs.
healthwelfare.simonds@gmail.com
Summer Marten
VP Community Outreach
Builds partnerships with local organizations and the broader Simonds community.
Vicky Hsieh
Financial Reviewer
Reviews PTA financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Bandana Singh
Parliamentarian
Advises the board on bylaws and meeting procedures.
Windy Chou
Financial Secretary
Tracks deposits, receipts, and financial documentation for the PTA.
Shraavya Sirpa
Recording Secretary
Records minutes and maintains official records for the PTA board.
Kimmy Davis
Project Cornerstone Chair
Leads Project Cornerstone, our asset-building program for Simonds students.
simondsprojectcornerstone23@gmail.com
Giang Hoang
Art Vista Chair
Coordinates the Art Vista program, bringing art education into every classroom.
artvistasimonds@gmail.comLindsey Young & Amy
Music Chair
Support our music program and the pathway to middle school music.
communicationssmtf@gmail.comIrina Stupachenko
Junior Achievement Chair
Organizes Junior Achievement lessons on financial literacy and entrepreneurship.
Lindsey Thayer
Theater Chair
Leads the after-school theater program and student productions.
simondsptatheater@gmail.comMaria Singh
Yearbook and Social Media Chair
Creates the school yearbook and manages the PTA's social media presence.
simondsptayearbook@gmail.com
Jody Rossi
Advocacy Leader
Keeps Simonds families informed with clear, concise updates on district decisions and issues affecting our school community.