Meet your 2017 - 2018 PTA Executive Board Members
PRINCIPAL
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ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
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PTA CO-PRESIDENTS
Preside over PTA initiatives, events, and activities to help enrich our students, staff, and parent community
president@franklinpta.com
Amy IndrioloOur family moved to Park Ridge in 2013 and we immediately fell in love with our neighborhood and our neighbors. My husband, Vince, and I have three wonderful children: Enzo (4th grade), Elise (Kindergarten) and Matthew (who is a preschooler at Messiah).
Franklin has such a wonderful sense of community and it is my hope that this year’s PTA continues to support and appreciate our amazing staff and student body. Looking forward to a fantastic school year. Go Falcons!! |
Aimee KishThis is my 5th year at Franklin and have volunteered at the school as a room parent and girl scout leader. My husband, Scott and I moved to the Franklin community in 2013 with our two daughters, Ella (4th grade) and Hanna (2nd grade). I work part-time at Stage Equity Partners, doing a little bit of everything, accounting, investor relations, reporting and HR. I enjoy working part-time and the flexibility, so I can be around before and after school for my girls and their activities. After realizing all that PTA does for the school I decided to join the board to assist the Franklin community and would love to get to know more of the families and staff.
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PTA CO-VICE PRESIDENTS
Liaison and support for clubs and committees
vp@franklinpta.com
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Joanne Palomeno |
Alexandria Hayden |
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My husband Ed and I moved to Park Ridge almost 10 years ago. This year will be our 6th year as a Franklin family, time is just flying by! We have 2 children, Hailey in 5th grade and Liam in 2nd grade. We also have 2 dogs and 1 pet chinchilla. This will be my first year on the PTA Board. I have volunteered at the school in the past as a room parent and helped with the Square1 Art school fundraiser. There were so many fun committees this past year that I couldn't help but join a bunch of them and I am really glad I did. I even got my husband to help out in some of them too, it's a great way to get involved with the kids! Some of the fun ones that I helped with was the 3rd-5th grade social, Trunk or Treat, Daddy daughter dance, and Night of Stars. Met so many great families! My husband and I both work full time and when we're not working we love traveling, trying out new restaurants, we love biking & anything outdoors that keeps us active as a family. I am looking forward to a great year and volunteering my time to our school and community.
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My name is Alexandria Hayden. My husband, Jacob, and I have two daughters, Amelia and Abigail. We moved from Rogers Park to Park Ridge a couple years ago. I’m a full time career mom, which means life is chaotic. I’ve always been involved in the girls’ school since they were young and love helping out when I have time. This is my first year being a part of the Franklin PTA board with my friend Joanne! Looking forward to an exciting year ahead!
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PTA TREASURER
Financial contact for reimbursements and budget management
treasurer@franklinpta.com
Donna Kotty
I am married to Ray and have two children, Eddy (10) and Billy (8). We have lived in Park Ridge for 15 years and have been a Franklin family for 5 years. I work for Allstate Insurance Company in the Internal department. When I’m not working I enjoy outdoor activities with my family and friends. I chose to become active with the PTA because I want to help shape my kid’s school experience as well as be an active and responsible member in our community.
PTA CORRESPONDING SECRETARIES
Communication correspondents between parents, students, and staff
info@franklinpta.com
Laura GainorI grew up in Minnesota, went to college at UW-Milwaukee for advertising and photography, randomly picked up and moved to Charlotte, NC, met Brian Gainor in Charlotte, got married, his job moved us back to Milwaukee, which is where Clara and Garrett were born! Two years ago we moved down to Park Ridge for Brian to start working for 4Front, a sports marketing agency. I continue to be the Executive Director of Serve Marketing, a non-profit advertising agency in Milwaukee, and run United Adworkers, Milwaukee's advertising club. Throughout the week I work from home or in MKE. We love living in Park Ridge and I love getting back to MKE:) In our free time we love going kayaking, camping / weekend trips with family, and being outside! Very excited to have both Clara (1st) and Garrett (Kindergarten) at Franklin this year! It's been such a fun school, meeting great family friends.
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Erin GilfertI was born NW side of Chicago and had both my children in Bucktown. My husband Rob and I chose to move to Park Ridge 4 years ago when our second child was born. We have two children, Emily (2nd grade) and Tommy (Kindergarten) and a Wheaten Terrier named Brady who is a Patriot's fan. We are expecting our 3rd child this November! Before becoming a stay-at-home mom, I worked in Human Resources for a manufacturing company, James Hardie Building Product. My husband works for this company as well. I joined the PTA because I wanted to have a bigger part in this community and meet more families in the area.
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PTA RECORDING SECRETARIES
Oversees PTA membership and records monthly PTA meeting minutes
Courtney BowlesMy husband, John, and I moved to Park Ridge four years ago and have grown to love the Franklin community. Our daughter Annie (8) is in third grade, and Megan (6) is in 1st grade. I work part time as a clinical social worker in the Park Ridge/Des Plaines area. When not working, we love to walk to the parks in our neighborhood and enjoy spending time with family and friends. While relatively new to Franklin, I quickly realized what an impact the PTA can make on the school and was amazed to discover how much the PTA does to enhance our children's and teacher's experience. I am very excited to contribute to this meaningful work!
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Danielle HuberMy husband Dave and I have lived in Park Ridge for 7 years and have two daughters, Francesca (1st grade) and Sammie (4K).
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