PTO Board 2024-2025
Our PTO is made up of hard-working parents and teachers who pool their talents to provide practical support for our school. Those listed below volunteered to provide leadership for the school year. Get to know their names and faces, and feel free to ask them if you have questions.
President - presides at all meetings of the PTO and PTO Board; performs such other duties assigned to him/her by the PTO or the Executive Committee; coordinates the work of the officers and committees of the PTO to promote the objectives of the PTO.
Jennifer Huffer: president@swenkepto.org
My name is Jennifer Huffer and we have lived in FairField for 7 years. My husband Kevin and I have a daughter, Shayla, who is in 5th grade and a son, Brett, who is in 3nd grade. I work full time, but have always felt the importance of being involved in what happens around my children's education. I'm excited to serve as your board member for secondary fundraising and contribution to our kid's education and supporting our teachers.
VP Volunteers (VIPS) - coordinates the assignment of Chairperson and committee members for the various PTO volunteer opportunities. He/she also coordinates, assists and communicates volunteer needs and programs as requested by the PTO and staff to the PTO membership.
Lisha Lupher: vips@swenkepto.org
I grew up in the Cypress area where I graduated from Langham Creek High School. I received a business degree from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) where I also played golf. After graduation, I became the Human Resource Manager for my family's construction company here in Houston. My husband Lee and I have been married for 17 years. We have 3 children - Elle is going into 8th at Salyards, Evelyn is going into 5th and Garrett is going into 3rd. You will most likely find us on a baseball or softball field, in the Salyards band hall, volunteering with NCL Texas Diamonds, or at our church teaching AWANAS. I took a 13-year break from working after we started our family, but I am back to working full-time as a consultant for MUD Districts. I also own a local sign company that delivers storks for new babies. We moved from a private school to Swenke when Elle was in 5th grade and have loved being a part of such an amazing community and school. I look forward to serving our Swenke community this school year.
VP Connections - serves as the PTO Membership Chairman, which is responsible for the PTO membership drive at the beginning of the school year, creation of the School Directory, and other activities throughout the year.
Larissa DeLeon: connections@swenkepto.org
I grew up in Cypress and graduated from Jersey Village High School. I am Mom of four girls. My better half, Jeff, and I have lived in Fairfield for 8 years and have four amazing daughters. Ariyana - college freshman, Gabby - 8th grader at Salyards, Ella - 2nd grader at Swenke, and Taylor will be in Kinder at Swenke this year. These girls keep us busy with all things sports...especially softball year-round! I've enjoyed being able to volunteer at Swenke and look forward to being able to serve on the Board and continue making Swenke a great learning and fun environment for our children.
VP Primary Fundraising - responsible for planning, coordinating, promoting, and executing the primary fundraiser for the fall and spring semesters. This includes the daily collection of funds during the primary fundraiser period (Fun Run) as well as coordination of volunteers for distribution of goods.
Whitney Rammage: primaryfundraising@swenkepto.org
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VP Secondary Fundraising - responsible for selecting and overseeing secondary fundraising opportunities for the PTO. This position coordinates and communicates with the Chairpersons of the following committees: Swenke Shop, Apparel Sales, Spirit Nights, etc.
Amy Rowe: secondaryfundraising@swenkepto.org
Hi! My name is Amy Rowe. I grew up in Richmond, Texas and went to B.F. Terry High School. I graduated from Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi with a BA in Marketing. I have a fantastic husband and two awesome boys (Kinder and one in 3rd grade) that keep me on my toes. We have lived in Fairfield for 9 years and have loved being part of this close-knit neighborhood. My boys keep me busy with different activities, such as, Cub Scouts and playing in various sports. I have always enjoyed volunteering and being involved with the community. This is my second year on the board, and I am look forward to another fantastic year working with Swenke's awesome volunteers, parents, and staff. We are so blessed to be part of such an awesome community!
VP Communications - keeps a record of all meetings of the PTO and PTO board and performs such other duties as may be delegated to him/her. Advises the President and other officers on matters of parliamentary procedure as well as posts all social media activity.
Camilla Smith: communications@swenkepto.org
My name is Camilla Smith. I grew up in Brazil and moved to the United States to go to college. I graduated from the University of North Florida with a BS in Biology and later graduated from the University of Houston with an MBA in Leadership. My husband and I moved to Houston in 2012. We have lived in Fairfield since 2013 and we have three boys (Kinder, 2nd grade and 5th grade). We are very involved in our community where my boys play baseball, soccer and swim. I have volunteered at Swenke for a few years, but this is my first year on the board. I am looking forward to working with this fantastic team, our parents and staff to achieve wonderful things for our school. Swenke Elementary has been such a blessing for my children and I am excited to serve on the board.
Treasurer - follows all aspects of the bylaws in regards to finances, receives the cash receipts of the PTO, keeps accurate records of receipts and expenditures, and disperses funds as authorized by the PTO and the approved budget. The Treasurer presents financial statements on a monthly basis. This position is responsible for filing the required state and federal tax returns, as well as coordinating the audit.
Katy Anne Brack: treasurer@swenkepto.org
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