Mar 03, 2025 Edition

Announcements

Harvest Park PTSA Holi - Celebration of Colors!!

Get ready for a splash of color! Harvest Park PTSA is bringing the magic of Holi – the Festival of Colors – to life! Mark your calendars, and stay tuned for the event details and ticket sales. It's going to be a blast!

When: March 29, 2025 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Where: Amador Community Park

Board Positions



The Harvest Park PTSA is looking for energetic, fun-loving, and (at least somewhat) organized volunteers to step into these crucial roles in the Executive Board for the year 2025-2026:

• President 

• Secretary 

• Treasurer 

• VP Hospitality 

• VP Membership 

• VP Communications 

• VP Fundraising 

• Parliamentarian

No experience? No problem. We’ll guide you every step of the way, and you’ll earn infinite PTA street credentials. Interested? Curious? Hit us up! Your PTSA needs you! Email Executive VP for more details on the roles.

Donations to Support Programs at Harvest Park

The Harvest Park PTSA is committed to making our students’ middle school experience exceptional through programs that foster learning, creativity, and a sense of community.

Your support can help us fund:

• World Languages Tutorials: Empowering students to explore and embrace new cultures and languages.
• Science Fair: Sparking curiosity and innovation in young minds.
• Multicultural Fair: Celebrating the incredible diversity that enriches our community.
• Classroom Needs: Equipping teachers and students with the resources to succeed.

Your contribution is vital — these impactful programs are only possible with the generosity of caring individuals like you.

🌟 Please Donate 🌟

Every dollar truly makes a difference. Your gift — no matter the size — helps provide opportunities for our students to grow, connect, and excel in ways that shape their futures.

Together, we can create an environment where our children thrive academically and socially while celebrating the diversity and potential that make our school so special.

Thank you for your continued kindness and support!

With heartfelt gratitude,

HP PTSA

Celebrations

PTA Founders Day: Honoring Outstanding Volunteers and Leaders

On Friday, February 28th, the Pleasanton PTA Council brought together our community to celebrate 128 years of advocacy for children and families.

This special event was a wonderful celebration that recognized the dedication and accomplishments of our incredible volunteers, community members, and educators who make a lasting impact on Pleasanton schools.

The keynote speaker featured Jill Buck, M.S., Ed., founder and CEO of the Go Green Initiative. This year, the Pleasanton PTA Council is celebrating 22 years, and among her many lifetime achievements, Jill Buck is also the founding president of the Pleasanton PTA Council.

A highlight of the afternoon was honoring our Vice Principal, Tessie Gonsalves, as a 2025 Outstanding Administrator Award recipient. Her unwavering commitment to student success, leadership, and community engagement inspires and uplifts those around her.

We were also proud to recognize several of our Harvest Park PTSA board members for their outstanding service:

• Mia Maksumova, President – 15 years
• Colleen Gore, PPIE Chair - 10 years
• Susanne Frey, Financial Secretary – 10 years
• Zaya Bowen-Kuykendall, Executive VP – 5 years

We are incredibly grateful for their dedication and unwavering commitment to making a profound impact on our students, schools, and the PUSD community.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this event such a success and to all who continue to support our mission of advocacy and service!

Harvest Park PTSA Team

Tessie Gonsalves accepting the 2025 Outstanding Administrator award

Mia Maksumova (HP PTA President) presenting the award

Awards

Community Outreach

Youth Art Competition

Pleasanton Art League is hosting the Youth Art Competition for Middle and High School students.

The downloadable and online prospectus as well as entry form are available here. Please note that the entries are due by March 7

PPIE Updates

Pleasanton Run For Education

REGISTER EARLY and SAVE

Get ready for PPIE’s Pleasanton Run for Education, presented by Workday, on Sunday, April 27! 

This signature community event is a fun-filled community celebration where you can show your support for Pleasanton schools. Whether you’re a runner, walker, or cheering on loved ones, there’s something for everyone!

Come out to the fairgrounds for a day of fitness, community and FUN! After your run or walk, head over to the Expo area for exciting giveaways, family-friendly activities and more!

Local businesses — don’t miss out on the opportunity to get your brand in front of an amazing crowd of over 2,500 participants and volunteers. PPIE still has high-visibility sponsorships available. Interested? contact Mindy.Louie@ppie.org. 

Register now to sign up and learn more - we can’t wait to see you there! Early registration ends March 11th. 

Got questions? Contact mindy.louie@ppie.org.

HP PTSA membership not only gives you the power to vote and help shape the programs and events we support, but it also comes with a range of exclusive perks. 

Pleasanton PTA Perks

CAPTA PTA Membership Perks

National PTA Membership Perks

HP PTSA membership card can be found here. Please use your HP PTSA membership card to utilize the perks.

We are always looking for volunteers to help with various activities and events at Harvest Park.  Please visit the Volunteer section of the PTSA Website to register as volunteer

Here are some useful links for parents to connect with the PTSA and the school events throughout the school year. 

• Weekly Communication to parents happens through the Patriot Press Newsletter. Please sign up by clicking here.  
• Follow us on Facebook or Instagram.
• Have Questions? Not sure who to ask? Email  ask_ernie@harvestparkpta.org
• To reach the PTSA, feel free to send an email to communications@harvestparkpta.org 
• Harvest Park School Calendar
• Harvest Park PTSA Meeting Calendar
• Sign up to volunteer

Harvest Park PTSA is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization (tax ID: 94-3399025). Contributions to Harvest Park PTSA are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by the IRS.

The PTSA would like to express its thanks for the generous donations.

Employer Matching Funds



Did you know many companies match donations to Harvest Park PTSA? If your company offers donation matching, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Not sure if your company participates? Simply reach out to your HR department to find out. If you have any questions, feel free to email us—we're happy to assist and help double your impact if your company has a matching program.

Thank you for your support!