Sutter Middle School PTA

08/19/2026

SMS PTA Open Positions

We currently have two open PTA positions and would love to hear from anyone interested in getting involved and supporting our school community. You must be a current PTA member to serve on the Board or committee.

Executive Vice President

According to the California State PTA job description, the Executive Vice President:

Works as the primary aide to the President.
Helps lead the PTA toward its goals consistent with PTA purposes and policies.
Performs the President's duties in their absence.
Carries out other duties outlined in the bylaws and standing rules or as assigned.
Fundraising Chair

According to the California State PTA job description, the Fundraising Chair:

Works with a committee to plan and organize fundraising activities.
Focuses on raising the funds needed to meet the PTA's budget.
Presents proposed fundraising activities at Board and Association meetings for approval.
Interested in joining our PTA team? Please contact us at [email protected] for more information!

07/30/2026

PTA PRESIDENT UPDATE - forgive the length!
Hello all,
First, please forgive the lack of communication on this. I am the Sutter MS PTA Communications chair. Our past President has moved on to bigger things (high school!) and we have not had a full PTA Board to fill all the other open positions that might have helped me juggle all the pre-start-of-school stuff – including filling the President’s role.
Here is what I know. Because PTA is a non-profit, we have to follow certain rules including voting in a PTA President before the role can be official.
We have had one amazing person nominate themselves for president (Anu Nandagopal) and many folks who suggested that they can if necessary or if they have more info. PLEASE PLEASE come to the first PTA meeting so we can try and get a PTA Board filled. The more volunteers we have, the less work it will be for all. I do not know all positions that need to be filled but if I recall, Pres, Vice Pres, Secretary for sure and then positions such as Membership Chair, Fundraising Chair, 8 Grade Promotion Lead and others. We have some positions that are co-chairing too! Again, the more folks we have volunteer, the more likely you’ll get a co-chair.
PTA MEETING:
AUGUST 12, at 6pm in Room A-108 (just past the library)

Here is a list of PTA Board Job Descriptions: https://capta.org/toolkit/home/job-descriptions/. We at Sutter MS don’t need all of these filled but if you are interested in one more than another, please show up and let us know!

PTA can take as much or as little time as you can give. Typically, we have a one-hour meeting per month and - depending on your position or the event coming up – additional time needed can generally be done when it’s convenient for you. For example, as the Communications chair, I respond to PTA emails, design flyers, edit the webpage, post to social media, and coordinate with SMS staff to blast info via Parent Square. About 3 hours a month on this stuff is all I need.
I also volunteer for the additional committees like dance planning and fundraising events so I typically volunteer an additional 5 hours a month.
Consider coming to the August 12 meeting so we can start this year off right. The more volunteers we have the more we can lead and support school activities!
Sorry for the length, hope to meet you soon!

07/29/2026

Order your spirit wear!

07/16/2026

SMS PTA Needs a President for the 2026–27 School Year

Dear SMS Families,

We are reaching out with an important and urgent request.

Unfortunately, no one has stepped forward to serve as PTA President for the 2026–2027 school year. The PTA President is a required officer position. If a volunteer does not come forward to fill this role before Friday, August 7, the SMS PTA will be dissolved and will no longer be able to support our students, teachers, and school community.

Our PTA plays a vital role in making SMS a great place for students and staff. Without it, there will be no:

School dances
Fundraisers such as the Color Run
Staff appreciation events and meals
Student store
Teacher grants and classroom support
After school club support
Student recognition and incentive programs
What Does the PTA President Do?

The President's role is primarily one of leadership and coordination. Responsibilities include:

Leading and facilitating PTA board and general association meetings
Working with the principal and school administration
Coordinating with PTA board members to ensure events and programs run smoothly
Overseeing the overall direction and operation of the PTA
Ensuring PTA policies, bylaws, and deadlines are followed
Serving as the primary point of contact for the organization
The President is not expected to do everything alone. The PTA is a team effort, and board members and volunteers work together to make our programs successful. If you're willing to lead, there will be support available.

Please consider volunteering for the PTA President position by Friday, August 7, 2026. If you have questions about the role or would like to learn more before making a decision, we would be happy to talk with you at [email protected].

Without a volunteer to serve as President, the SMS PTA will be forced to dissolve, and the many programs and opportunities it provides for our students and staff will no longer be available.

Thank you for considering this important opportunity to support our school community.

PTA Board Members

05/13/2026

DON’T MISS THIS! 8th Grade Dance Ticket sales end today.

8th Grade Dance Tickets are on sale!
A signed permission slip is required for any student to attend.
NO TICKETS will be sold at the door, NO EXCEPTIONS. Per school policy all ticket sales must be completed by Wednesday, May 13th, 2026. Follow the QR code or link in comments.

05/10/2026

The LAST day to buy tickets to 8th grade dance is Wednesday. No tickets sold at the door, no student will be admitted without a permission slip. Let’s have a safe and enjoyable 8th grade dance!

8th Grade Dance Tickets are on sale!
A signed permission slip is required for any student to attend.
NO TICKETS will be sold at the door, NO EXCEPTIONS. Per school policy all ticket sales must be completed by Wednesday, May 13th, 2026. Follow the QR code or link in comments.

05/06/2026

Say it with a chalk walk! Staff Appreciation Week gets some words of affirmation ❤️

05/05/2026

Only a week away!

8th Grade Dance Tickets are on sale!
A signed permission slip is required for any student to attend.
NO TICKETS will be sold at the door, NO EXCEPTIONS. Per school policy all ticket sales must be completed by Wednesday, May 13th, 2026. Follow the QR code or link in comments.

04/27/2026

8th Grade Dance Tickets are on sale!
A signed permission slip is required for any student to attend.
NO TICKETS will be sold at the door, NO EXCEPTIONS. Per school policy all ticket sales must be completed by Wednesday, May 13th, 2026. Follow the QR code or link in comments.

04/26/2026

The 8th Grade Dance is almost here! PTA sponsors this event and it cannot be done without parent volunteers. Must be a Category 1 cleared volunteer.
https://8th-grade-dance-volunteers-copy.cheddarup.com