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Executive Board

2025-2026 eLECTED oFFICERS:

ALLISON AUGSPURER, co- president

I am a mom of two. Sam is a 1st grader in Mrs. Assink's class and Jack is a 4th grader in Mr. Ooms class. As a former Special Education and Kindergarten teacher, being in the school is what I enjoy most about serving in the PTO. I continue to substitute teach and look forward to events like classroom parties and Talking Canvas, which get parents into the building.

Amanda Kirk, co- president

You'll often see me walking my child to school—rain, shine, or snow! Living within walking distance definitely makes it easier, and I’m committed to being there. Summer is one of my favorite times of the year because it means more time with my kids. We spend most of it outside playing, hiking, biking, and walking as a family. We also love to travel, and summer gives us more freedom to explore with school out.

If you see me around this school year, please say hello—I’d love to meet you! I'm excited to serve as co-VP of the PTO and look forward to supporting our school community.

Corey Simon, Treasurer

My wife Kara and I have two boys at Walnut Hills. Ashton is in 2nd grade and Keaton is in Kindergarten. We love everything about Walnut Hills, from the amazing teachers and staff, Beyond the Bell, the families, and the tremendous support of the PTO. I look forward to being more involved and giving back to such a great WHE community.

Laura Erickson, secretary

Hi! I’m Laura Erickson, and I’m honored to serve as this year’s Secretary for PTO at Walnut Hills. I’m a mom to three amazing kids: Drew, who’s entering 4th grade and is part of the Special Education program; Anna, going into 2nd grade; and Isaac, who has one more year of preschool. For the past four years, I’ve had the privilege of working at Walnut Hills as a substitute school nurse, which gave me a unique perspective on the care and support our students need each day.

As PTO Secretary, my goals are to help strengthen communication between families and the school, ensure that all voices are heard, and promote an inclusive environment where every child—especially those with special needs—feels supported, welcomed, and valued. I’m excited for a great year of connection and community at Walnut Hills!

Non-eLECTED Members:

Principal, Assistant Principal, Family & school partnership team (Teacher Action Committee)

Mr. Doug Barry

Principal

Mrs. Arlicia Shaw

Assistant Principal

Family & School Partnership Team

(Teacher Action Committee)

executive board role descriptions

President (2): Facilitate monthly PTO meetings, split oversight of all committees with other VP, communicate with school staff and administrators, work with staff, students, and PTO members to determine the best way to use funds raised and which activities to offer. Timing – All school year

Treasurer: Prepares annual budget for PTO approval, performs monthly financial reporting and monitoring for the PTO programs (i.e, Spirit Night, Yearbook, Fundraising, etc.), including reporting to District PTO, process reimbursements for PTO programs and school activities, deposit funds collected, provide updated budget and other financial information, as needed. Timing – All school year

Secretary: Collect attendance, record and distribute minutes of meetings, maintain a complete file of all approved minutes, agendas, and materials distributed at any official PTO meeting, disseminate minutes and other necessary PTO information to the members and wider WHE community. Timing – All school year

Principal: Serves as non-elected member of the Executive Board, identifying and providing guidance on building and district goals while facilitating ongoing collaboration between parents and building employees.

Assistant Principal: Serves as non-elected member of the Executive Board, identifying and providing guidance on building and district goals while facilitating ongoing collaboration between parents and building employees.

Family & School Partnership Team ("FASP"): Members of this teachers' action committee serve as non-elected members of the Executive Board. FASP plays a vital role connecting WHE teachers with the parent membership of the PTO.

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