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Meet The PTSA Board
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Executive Board Officers
Jessica Pavelchak - President I am a mother of one amazing 3rd grader who is my whole heart. I have a degree in animal science and used to work as a Surgery Veterinary Technician before becoming a mommy. I joined the PTSA after volunteering in the library as well as other events and seeing a need to do more. Outside of volunteering, I enjoy playing video games, board games or just relaxing with a good book. I love turtles of all kinds, and lots of our furry friends too. I can't wait to see what adventure awaits us this year. |
Beve DeMott - Treasurer I am a mom of twin 4th graders and an 8th grader who's returning to Collins. I have been a Collins parent since 2015 and currently working in the the front office. This is my third year serving on the PTSA, I wanted to join PTSA because I wanted to be more involved as a parent to support the teachers, staff, and students. I love our community and our school and wanted to give back any way I can. I love to read on spare time and fun fact about me is I use to be a hairstylist before I became a mommy. |
Brenda Snee - Recording Secretary I am a mother of two, my daughter is going into the 8th grade and my son is going into the 5th grade. We have loved Collins ever since my daughter started here in Kindergarten. I am a SAHM that loves volunteering at the school. This will be my 4th year as part of the PTSA. I have 2 very active kiddos that love soccer and dance. In our free time, when we are not at the soccer field or a dance competition, my family loves going to the beach, swimming, boating, and hanging out with friends and family. I am looking forward to this year and can’t wait for all the fun times at the new Collins PK-8!! |
Karla Mills - Correspondence Secretary I am a mom of two amazing girls one in 7th grade and my other in 4th grade, this is my third year working at Collins and I love it, This will be my 4th year as part of the PTA now PTSA that loves to volunteer my time and be involved to support our teachers, staff and students in all the awesome events that we have to share with you all this year, looking forward for a great year! Join us!! |
Jesus Olivieri- VP Ways & Means I am a retired Veteran and a retired NYCMTA Bus Operator. My family and I moved from NYC to Panther trace in July of 2022. I am now a full-time SAHD that loves to volunteer at the school. This is my 2nd year as a Panther parent, I have a beautiful 6th grader and a handsome 2nd grader. I enjoy coming to the school to help the teacher’s & staff with any of their needs. I have amazing leadership skills thanks to the USMC. I love to work with my community/neighborhoods on and off campus. For fun I enjoy training dogs, watching football and playing pool. I love communicating with students and parents to balance education, social skills, and fun. I am looking forward to being part of the team at Collins and learning from the awesome board members. I am am very approachable and very open minded, if you see me around, please feel free to share any ideas or pick my brain. I hope I can make this school year and many more very exciting for Collins, Parents and students |
Crystal Matheu – VP, Memberships I am a full-time SAHM that loves to volunteer at the school. This is my 11th year as a Panther parent. I have a 10th grader and a 7th grader. I enjoy coming to the school to help the teacher’s & staff with any of their needs. I find it refreshing to be out in the neighborhoods and the students recognize me on and off campus. For fun I am known to enjoy watching television shows or swimming in the pool. I love finding new ways to bring fun to the students at Collins. I am looking forward to our new adventures as a PK8 school. |
Committee Chairs
Lauren Sanderson - Hospitality Hi I am Lauren proud mom to a 6th and 4th grade panther. This is our second year at Collins. I am excited to be a part of PTSA and volunteer where I can help out. When my children are not in class they are active in soccer and gymnastics. In our downtime we enjoy going to Universal and spending time as a family. For fun I enjoy going to the beach/exploring new places. |
Christopher PenaHerrera - Hospitality |
Jackie Conklin - Teacher Liaison I am starting my 16th year of teaching this school year and have been teaching 3rd grade for 15 years. My husband also works at Collins as one of our middle school PE coaches and our son Luke is a 5th grader this year. Some of my hobbies are cooking, going to the beach, and traveling. We are big sports fans in our house too. |
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Sarah Sarlo - School of Excellence |
Crystal Tuli - Spirit Nights |
Melisa Antommarchi - Volunteers |