PTO
The Villa Montessori Parent Teacher Organization aims to keep every member of the Villa Community informed, to encourage creativity, to make it easy to engage with other parents and teachers, to recognize and celebrate the teachers who are essential to the success of our children, and to raise money for critical elements of the educational community.
The VMPTO is a volunteer-driven organization composed of parents, teachers, and administrators. It was formed in 2014, the year of the school's 50th anniversary.
Every Villa parent is encouraged to volunteer and participate in the capacity that best fits them and their schedule. We look forward to continuing to Grow Greatness Together.
PTO Volunteer Roles
Volunteering is Key to our Success: Villa Montessori is built on the strength of our community. It really does take a VILLAge. With so many ways to get involved either in the classroom or for the school at large, there’s a volunteer opportunity to fit every skill set, interest, and schedule. Find the one that works for you and help make the Villa experience so special for our students and families. Here are a few, but be sure to keep your eyes open for even more opportunities.
Teacher Appreciation Committee: Show our teachers and staff how much they are valued by helping plan and organize appreciation events, treats, and special recognition throughout the year. Committee members collaborate on creative ways to celebrate and support our educators, fostering a positive and grateful school environment.
Time Commitment: 2–3 planning meetings and 8 Teacher Appreciation days throughout the year
Contact: Robyn Parker - [email protected]
Fun Run Fundraiser Committee: Help make our Fun Run a success by supporting event planning, promotion, volunteer coordination, and day-of activities. Committee members work together to create a fun, engaging experience for students while helping raise funds that directly benefit our school community.
Time Commitment: 2–3 planning meetings and day-of support
Contact: Jen Boblick – [email protected]
School Social Events Committee: Help create memorable experiences that bring families together through events like Movie Night, Trunk or Treat, Gratitude Breakfast, and our Family Picnics. Committee members assist with planning, coordinating volunteers, decorations, activities, and event-day support to foster a fun, welcoming school community.
Time Commitment: 2–3 planning meetings plus support for Movie Night, Trunk or Treat, two Family Picnics, and Gratitude Breakfast
Contact: Kathleen Brieske – [email protected]
I am a born-and-raised Phoenician. I love to read and listen to music. I work as a Speech Language Pathologist at a private day school for students with autism. My husband and I also have our own business, Canopy Integrated Therapies, helping all kids thrive.
I have two kids; one in E1 and one in Primary. My family started our journey at Villa in 2022. I love our school and the community here so much! I’m happy to make positive change as the PTO President this year.
Meet your new PTO Treasurer - Sarah Robinson
I’m excited to serve as the new PTO Treasurer and be part of our school community. I work as a Project Manager at a financial brokerage, where I’ve developed a strong appreciation for organization, planning, and responsible financial management. I joined the PTO because I wanted to get more involved and help support the school programs and opportunities that make a difference for our students.
My son, Taylor, is in E2 as a fourth-year student, and outside of school we stay busy with swim, travel, and spending time with our Catahoula Pitbull rescue. As Treasurer, my goal is to help manage our resources thoughtfully and support programs that enrich our children’s school experience.
Robyn has been a part of the Villa community since 2024. She and her husband, Matt, have three children, Hank 11, Mabel 8, and Edee 5 and enjoy watching them participate in things like basketball, dance, and school activities. As a family, they love being outdoors and playing board games. Robyn also enjoys creating fiber art and hiking around the valley.
I'm proud to serve on Villa's PTO board and to be the parent of a fifth grader who has called the school home since kindergarten. I value how the school nurtures children into confident, well-rounded people, and I am grateful to support the students, families, and staff who make Villa such a special place. My husband and I have lived in the Phoenix area for over 20 years and love raising our son here, along with our two dogs and two cats. We escape to our Munds Park cabin in the summers and also love traveling to immerse ourselves in new cultures, discover new amusement parks, and follow our favorite bands. I’m equally passionate about my career working as a senior business development strategist at a global corporate law firm, and I’m grateful Villa is paving the path for my son to pursue his passions in life.
Sasha Howell has been part of the Villa community since 2016 when her daughter Harper joined the infant room. Fast-forward a decade and now Harper is a 5th grader in Ms. Stefanie’s class. Villa has been such a huge part of Harper’s growth as a student and as a person. We love Villa so much, and serving as Lead Coordinator is just one way I can give back to this community.
Outside of volunteering for Villa, Sasha serves as Senior Director of Marketing for Shamrock Foods, and by night, Sasha is a writer, animal lover, goof, and more. But of all the titles Sasha holds, her favorite is eternal optimist.
