The BAM PTSA is an organization that brings parents, students, teachers, and staff together to achieve higher goals at Brambleton Middle School.

We are devoted to the educational success of children and the promotion of parent involvement. Our mission is to promote and encourage communication between parents, teachers, administration and the community.

Membership in our PTSA is crucial to its success. Members provide both financial and volunteer support for educational programs, community-building activities, and improvements for our school.

We invite all parents, guardians, grandparents, teachers, and staff members of our school community to become active members of our PTSA, thereby improving and enriching the lives and educational experience of all the students at Brambleton Middle School.

Go BEARS!

CLICK HERE to purchase a Membership!

Join Now! Brambleton Middle School is better... with you!

WHO ARE WE?	We are parent volunteers, teachers, and staff who work together to support our school and enrich the lives of our children and students.
WHAT DO WE DO?	Hold fun family events like Bingo Night, Bear Country Tailgate, Carnival, Graduation Events and End of Year Celebrations Support families via Virtual Workshops, Parent Volunteer Program & Grandparents Breakfast Fund learning tools like software subscriptions, classroom technology and teacher training Bridge the funding gap when our school needs things like honor roll awards, 6^th grade welcome shirts or outdoor seating for students Support teachers by fulfilling class needs lists, staff appreciation events & volunteer support Promote the arts through the Theater Program Raise funds via Lace Up for Learning, Spirit Nights and partnering with local businesses and so much more!
WHY JOIN?	Benefit your child as research shows children perform better when parents are involved at home and at school Build connections with other parents and staff Stay informed of school happenings via standardized communications Use your voice and provide your input to create a positive environment in our school

CLICK HERE to purchase a Membership!

We are very excited to share a NEW way to stay in the know on all things!

We're now using PTBoard and it will help keep our member information private and secure. Your information will never be sold or shared.

You will need an account to volunteer, check out and pay, view our online directory and view your student's class level group. It's very easy to sign up:

If you don't have a PTBoard Account, click '"Sign Up" in the top right corner and create a PTBoard Account.
Answer the Welcome question and click Join.
Click on "Fill out Membership Form" to join the PTSA and "Add to cart". (If you aren't prepared to join but you want to create an account, enter this code: EQMJN9).
You will be sent a confirmation e-mail to verify your e-mail. Click the confirmation button in that e-mail to go back to the PTBoard login screen.
Go to the Forms and Payment tab located on the left side column.
Click on the "View Cart Checkout" and proceed with payment.
After signing in, go to your name (upper right hand corner) and click on “My Profile” and enter your contact information including adding your student(s). You can also browse around the new site, make a donation or sign-up to be involved with a volunteer activity!

Thank you! We look forward to partnering with you this year!

Melissa McGinn, President
president@bamptsa.org

Manisha Gupta, Co-Vice President of Events
vpevents@bamptsa.org

Jennifer McCarthy, Co-Vice President of Events
vpevents@bamptsa.org

Leena Batavia, Co-Vice President of Fundraising
vpfundraising@bamptsa.org

Tara Navarro, Co-Vice President of Fundraising
vpfundraising@bamptsa.org

Kelly Salins, Secretary
secretary@bamptsa.org

Laura Espiritu, Treasurer
treasurer@bamptsa.org

BRAMBLETON MS PTSA OFFICER POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

PRESIDENT

Be the principle executive officer of the organization.
Prepare the agendas and preside over all monthly PTSA and PTSA board meetings.
Serve as the primary liaison with the Principal and Assistant Principal.
Represent the organization at all meetings, events and committments where PTSA is present outside of the school.
Serve as ex-officio member of all committees except the nominating committee, and coordinate the work of all the officers and committees so that the objectives shall be promoted.
Assist in the management of the annual audit.
Review and approve all communication before it is sent to the front office for distribution, sent via email and/or social media.
Committees this position oversees: Loudoun Education Alliance of Parents (LEAP), Membership, Minority Student Achievement Advisory (MSAAC), Special Education Advisory (SEAC).
Attend all PTSA supported events.

VICE PRESIDENT OF EVENTS

Assist the president(s) and carry out the Presidents' duties in their absence or inability to serve.
Plan special events that build a sense of community and raise funds to further the PTSA fundraising objectives.
Develop a calendar of events and seek approval from the board.
Establish and oversee committees needed to implement planned events.
Update event detail for every event and keep it current. Also include post event analysis.
Establish and oversee committee chairs to implement and execute programs that fall under their committee. Act as a liaison between the committee chairs and the President.
Establish, plan and organize events that will improve the financial stability of the organization. Responsible for all PTSA events.
Post updates on PTSA website as well as all social media platforms. Provide this information to the PTSA Secretary to include in the bi-weekly BAMgrams.
Committees this position oversees: Back to School Staff Lunch, Hero of the Hallway, Mascot, Staff Appreciation, Volleyball Game and 8th Grade Party.
Attend all PTSA supported events.

VICE PRESIDENT OF FUNDRAISING

Assist the President and carry out the Presidents' duties in their absence or inability to serve.
Establish, plan and organize fundraising that will improve the financial stability of the organization. Responsible for all aspects of Fundraising.
Develop a calendar of fundraising activities and seek approval from the board.
Maintain items in the PTSA store.
Oversee the sale of concessions at all events sponsored by the PTSA.
Manage sponsorships.
Post updates on fundraisers on the PTSA website, all social media platforms and provide this information to the PTSA Secretary to include in the bi-weekly BAMgrams.
Establish and oversee committee chairs to implement and execute the programs and activities approved by the board. Act as a liaison between the committee chairs that you manage and the President.
Committees this position oversees: Bonus Cards/Box Tops, Dining for Dollars/Spirit Night, Lace up for Learning, Sponsorships, Spirt Wear/School Store.
Attend all PTSA supported events.

SECRETARY

Keep all records of the organization, take and record meeting minutes at all PTSA meetings. The draft minutes shall be sent out to PTSA members within 48 hours of the meeting and posted on the PTSA website once final minutes have been approved by the President.
Keep an updated copy of the minute book, bylaws, membership lists and any other necessary supplies and shall bring to every meeting. Also, maintain the most current information on the PTSA website.
Maintain a list of donors, donations, volunteers, membership and voting members via the PTSA website.
Conduct all correspondence required for the administration of the organization, or as requested by the President, which may include a communication plan.
Draft bi-weekly school newsletter for President.
Draft, disseminate and post bi-weekly newsletter on PTSA website and send to PTSA members via email.
Coordinate with the other board members and committees regarding bi-weekly newsletters and monthly PTSA meeting agendas.
Post news updates on PTSA website and all social media platforms.
Committees this position oversees: Grant Writer, Nominations and Elections.
Attend all PTSA supported events.

TREASURER

Have custody of all funds of the organization.
Keep a full and accurate record of receipts and expenditures in Quick Books online, bank account information and reconcile accounts accordingly.
Make disbursements in accordance with Article IX and approval of the Board.
Have checks of vouchers signed by two authorized signatories.
Keep all funds in a local federally insured financial institution.
Maintain a list of donors, donations, volunteers, membership and voting members.
Present a financial report at the meeting at which new officers officially assume their duties (usually the annual meeting).
Preparation and management of cash boxes for events.
Annual audit process management. Adhere to the auditing policies described in the bylaws.
Responsible for preparing and filing all necessary tax filings.
Prepare annual PTSA budget and present updated budget at monthly, annual and Board of Directors meetings.
Committees this position oversees: Audit.
Attend all PTSA supported events.