Every sunny day at Soleado starts with this community.
The Soleado Elementary PTA and Booster Club work side by side to fund enrichment, support our teachers, and bring families together — all year long.
PTA and Booster Club: what’s the difference?
We share a campus and a mission, but each group does something different. Together we cover more than either could alone.
Programs your membership supports
From celebrating student creativity to keeping our campus prepared, here is what the Soleado PTA runs each year.
Ribbon Weeks
Themed awareness weeks, such as Red Ribbon and Yellow Ribbon Week, with spirit days and activities that bring the whole campus together.
Capitol Convoy
Working with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Council of PTAs, families and students head to Sacramento to meet lawmakers and speak up for public education.
Reflections
The National PTA arts program: students create original art, photography, music, writing and film around a yearly theme, and Soleado celebrates every entry.
Teacher support
Appreciation lunches, treats and thank-yous that help Soleado teachers and staff feel valued all year.
Emergency preparedness
Helping our campus and families get ready for emergencies, with supplies, information and support for the school safety plan.
What your donations & fundraising cover
The Booster Club raises money for the extras that go beyond what district funding covers. Every gift and every fundraiser goes directly to Soleado students and teachers.
Classroom grants
Grants and supplies that help teachers bring their classroom ideas and projects to life.
Field trips
Funding that gets Soleado classes out of the building and into the world.
Performing arts
Performing arts programs that give every grade a chance to sing, play and perform.
Programs run by students
Student-led programs: Battle of the Books (BOB), SNN, Student Council and Green Team.
Art at Your Fingertips
The art program that brings hands-on art lessons into Soleado classrooms.
Garden program
Funding for the Soleado school garden and the garden program.
Scholarships
Scholarship support funded by Booster Club donations and fundraisers.
Field & facility improvements and maintenance
Upgrades and upkeep that keep our fields, play areas and campus spaces safe and welcoming.
International Fair
Funding for Soleado’s International Fair, where our school community shares its cultures.
Support for PEF
Contributions to the Peninsula Educational Foundation, which supports programs for students across PVPUSD.
Cultural parent associations
Soleado is also home to four parent associations that build community, share cultural traditions, and help families feel at home on campus.
Japanese Parents Association
A nonprofit group bridging Soleado and its Japanese-speaking families — especially helpful for newly arrived and transferring families. Runs a Japan culture booth at the International Fair and shares school updates in Japanese.
Get in touch →Read the full welcome letter +
日本語
保護者の皆様、新入生、編入生、在校生のみなさま
Soleado小学校へようこそ! 我が校は、Palos Verdes (PV) 学区内でも多人種多言語の子どもたちが通う国際色豊かな公立小学校です。アメリカに定住している日本人家族のお子さんや、海外駐在で数年だけ滞在する日本人駐在員のお子さんも数多く通っているのが特徴です。慣れない海外生活で、親子共々楽しく安心して学校生活を過ごせるよう、同じ日本語を話す仲間同士で助け合っていく事はとても大切なことと考えています。日本人会は、学校と日本人コミュニティーの懸け橋となり、教育、行事、ドネーション、ボランティア等に関する情報共有のお手伝いをする非営利団体・保護者の会です。
日本人会活動の一例として、年に一度開催されるインターナショナルフェア(各国の文化に触れる学校全体でのイベント)に参加し、生徒のみなさんに楽しく日本の文化を学んでいただけるよう、保護者の皆様のご協力のもとブースを運営いたします。
学校では、英語を第二ヶ国語としている子どもたちを対象とした英語学習プログラム(ELD)があり、お子さんのレベルに応じた取り出し授業やクラス内でのサポートがあります。また、ELD生徒の保護者に向けた情報共有のミーティングが学校区主催のDELAC 及びSoleado小学校主催のELACとして年数回ずつ行われていますので、ぜひご参加ください。
お子さんの学校生活も、日本の小学校とは大きく異なり、ご不明な点も多々ある事かと存じます。今年度入学・編入なさる方、また年度途中から編入なさったご家族のみなさまも、学校や日本人会活動に関してご質問のある方は、下記の連絡先までお気軽に日本語でご連絡ください。
Soleado 日本人会
E-mail: soleadojpa@gmail.com
Chinese Parents Association
Supports students and teachers through active parent involvement, and hosts the International Fair, Lunar New Year Celebration, and a teacher appreciation luncheon each year.
Contact: Ranran Chen
Get in touch →Read the full welcome letter +
中文
亲爱的Soleado家⻓们, 我们是Soleado Chinese Parents Association 中国家⻓会，诚挚欢迎各位家⻓加入我们的美好社区。我们期待着充满精彩活动的新学年。
CPA在学校中扮演着重要的角色，我们的主要目标是支持孩子们和老师们，帮助他们在教育方面取得卓越成就。很多事实证明，父母积极参与孩子的教育和学校经历时，孩子们会做得更好,学校也会有所提升。通过加入CPA，并提供志愿服务，可以与其他家⻓和老师建立融洽的关系，互相分享经验和心得，了解学校的最新动态。
每年我们会协助举办的几项活动有:国际文化展(International Fair)，农历新年庆祝活动(Lunar New Year Celebration)，教师答谢午宴(teacher appreciation luncheon)等。
我们热切期待您在Soleado华人家长协会中的积极参与和支持!如果您有任何问题或建议，欢迎随时与我们联系。
Soleado CPA 中国家⻓会 敬上
English
Dear Soleado Parents, We are the Soleado Chinese Parents Association (CPA), and we warmly invite parents to join our wonderful community. We are excited about the upcoming school year and all the fantastic events it holds.
The CPA is an important group within the school, and our main goal is to support our children and teachers in their pursuit of excellent education. Research has shown that when parents actively participate in their children's education and school experiences, it greatly contributes to their success and overall improvement of the school. By joining and volunteering in the CPA, you can connect with other parents and teachers, stay informed about what's happening at Soleado, and share ideas, concerns, and experiences.
We organize several events each year, such as the International Fair, Lunar New Year Celebration, teacher appreciation luncheon, etc. We eagerly look forward to your participation and support in the Soleado CPA! If you have any questions or suggestions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely, Soleado Chinese Parents Association
Contact: Ranran Chen · soleadocpa@gmail.com
A printable membership form (parent/guardian name, phone, email, student name and grade) is also available — return it to a CPA contact or the school office.
Taiwanese Parents Association
Builds community and celebrates Taiwanese culture at Soleado — taking part in Yellow Ribbon Week, Lunar New Year celebrations, a Taiwan booth at the International Fair, and social gatherings throughout the year.
Contact: Yu Ping Aimee Wang
Get in touch →Read the full welcome letter +
English
Welcome to the Soleado Taiwan Parents Association! Our goal is to build community and celebrate Taiwanese culture. We participate in various school activities every year, including Yellow Ribbon week, Lunar New Year celebrations, International Fair, as well as fun social activities. We sincerely welcome you to join our big family!
中文
歡迎來到Soleado台灣家⻑會,我們希望透過大家的力量一起幫助學校及學生認識我們的文化,同時也讓大家融入校園生活. 我們每年參與學校的活動包括Yellow Ribbon week, 農曆新年慶祝活動, International Fair 台灣攤位的佈置及表演活動,還有不定期的社交聯誼活動, 竭誠的歡迎你加入這個大家庭!
Contact: Yu Ping Aimee Wang · yupingw101@gmail.com
Korean Parents Association
Helps Korean-speaking families settle in at Soleado, shares information parents need, and represents Korean families at school events alongside teachers and staff.
Get in touch →Read the full welcome letter +
English
Dear Soleado Elementary School Families,
Greetings and welcome to the start of a new school year! We are excited to invite you to be a part of the Soleado Korean Parent Association (KPA). Together, we collaborate to provide unwavering support to our students, teachers, and school families. Your active participation in the KPA will help us create a nurturing and enriching environment for all. Let's work together to make this year the most memorable one yet!
Email: soleadokpa@gmail.com
한국어
솔리아도 한국인 학부모님들께,
안녕하세요, 한국인 학부모님. 솔리아도에서 만나게 되어 반갑습니다. 솔리아도 KPA (한국인 학부모회)는 매년 한국인 학부모들이 함께 학생들이 학교에 잘 정착할 수 있도록 돕고, 학부모님들께 필요한 정보를 제공하며, 각종 학교 행사에서 한국 가정들을 대표하여 학교와 선생님들을 지원해오고 있습니다. 올해도 학부모 여려분들의 따뜻한 관심과 적극적인 참여 부탁드리겠습니다. 감사합니다.
이메일: soleadokpa@gmail.com
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the PTA and the Booster Club?+
The two groups share a campus and a mission, but each has a different core job. The PTA is about people and community: it runs programs and events, advocates for students, and supports teachers, as a chartered unit of California State PTA and National PTA. The Booster Club is about funding: it raises money through donations and fundraisers to pay for extras like classroom grants, field trips, performing arts, student programs, Art at Your Fingertips, the garden program, field and facility improvements and maintenance, scholarships, the International Fair and support for PEF. You're welcome to support one or both.
Do I have to volunteer if I join?+
Not at all. Membership and volunteering are separate — plenty of members simply pay dues to support the mission. Volunteering is always welcome, never required.
Is my gift tax-deductible?+
Both organizations are recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofits, so gifts are generally tax-deductible. You'll receive a receipt for your records — check with your tax advisor for your specific situation.
How do I get event updates?+
Subscribe to the Sunblast newsletter on the Contact page. We also post updates through your teacher's classroom newsletter.
2026–2027 events & calendar
Meetings, school events and days off for the whole year. Use the filters to see just what you need.
Dates come from the official Soleado 2026–2027 calendar and may change. Items marked TBD will be announced.
Join us at the next general meeting
This is where the PTA shares updates, reports to members and decides PTA business together. PTA members vote, and families are welcome to come, listen and ask questions.
2026–2027 meeting dates
Meeting documents & Zoom
PTA General Meetings are at 9:00 AM in the MPR. Find the bylaws, agendas, minutes and reports here, or join by Zoom.
Join by Zoom
Can’t make it in person? Join the meeting online.
Join Zoom meetingPasscode: For security reasons, we don’t post the passcode here. You’ll find it in the principal’s most recent message, under the Booster Club section.
Meeting documents folder
We add new documents every month. Open the folder to find the bylaws, agendas, minutes and budget reports.
Ways to get involved
Whatever time you have — an hour a month or a standing weekly slot — there's a spot that fits.
Join a committee
Hospitality, Ways & Means, Reflections, Room Parent Coordinator — pick whatever matches your interests.
Show up to one event
Volunteer a single shift at the Halloween Dance or the Fun Run — a great low-commitment way to meet people.
Share a skill
Design, photography, bookkeeping, translation — send us a note and we'll match you to where it helps most.
Membership is $18. Every dollar supports Soleado.
PTA membership makes you a voting member and unlocks California & National PTA scholarships and grants. Booster Club gifts go directly to student programs, alongside everything the PTA funds.
Other ways to support Soleado
Everyday shopping and a few free apps can add up to real money for our school.
Box Tops for Education
Help Soleado earn money for school and playground equipment. Box Tops are collected virtually this year: download the Box Tops for Education app and choose Soleado.
Staples Connect
Download the Staples Connect app and create an account, or link your existing rewards account. Choose Soleado Elementary for Classroom Rewards, or pick a specific teacher.
eScrip
Raise money when you shop at Bristol Farms Market in Rolling Hills and other retailers around the county. Sign up and select Soleado Elementary Booster Club as your school or nonprofit.
Ralphs Community Rewards
Link your Ralphs Rewards card to Soleado. Sign in at ralphs.com, go to My Account, then Community Rewards, then Edit Community Contributions, and search for Soleado Elementary School PTA (organization number XE141).
Double your donation
Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match charitable contributions made by their employees. The impact of your gift may be doubled or even tripled. Ask your Human Resources department whether your company matches gifts, and ask how to submit a request.
Thank you for helping to provide all PVPUSD students an educational experience beyond what is possible with public funding.
Information you may need for your matching gift request
Soleado spirit wear
Our spirit wear is sold through the Soleado Booster Club online store. Browse the full collection, choose your sizes and check out securely with Square.
Shop the spirit wear store →Opens soleado-spiritwear.square.site in a new tab.
Who to contact
Reach out any time — we’re all Soleado parents too.
PTA board
Tap a role to see what it involves.
PresidentDunia Borrelli
- Oversees the PTA officers.
- Represents Soleado at Council meetings.
- Oversees PTA business at executive board and general meetings.
- Consults with the principal in May/June to set the master calendar for the following year.
- Signs all authorized payments required by the executive board.
- Creates the agenda and other information needed for all meetings.
Executive VPOlga Lukasheva
- Oversees the PTA officers.
- Represents Soleado at Council meetings.
- Oversees PTA business at executive board and general meetings.
- Consults with the principal in May/June to set the master calendar for the following year.
- Signs all authorized payments required by the executive board.
- Creates the agenda and other information needed for all meetings.
1st VP RegistrationFlorance Yang
- Registration Chair: organizes all online registration packets and runs registration day.
- Membership Chair: keeps track of all paid PTA memberships and prints or distributes online membership cards.
- Honorary Service Awards (HSA) Chair: establishes the HSA committee and orders all HSA awards.
2nd VP HospitalityRomana Deeb
- Oversees or assists with the Back to School Tea and Back to School Night.
- Java with Gina.
- Organizes volunteers for food at PTA and Booster meetings.
- Organizes teacher luncheons and teacher birthday cakes.
3rd VP Education (Reflections)Vanessa Correa
- Oversees or assists as chair for: Reflections, Field Trips, Science Fair, Assemblies, Art at Your Fingertips and other educational activities.
4th VP Community ServicesBri Barnett
- Oversees or assists these chairs: Disaster (emergency) preparedness and Safety; Peninsula Educational Foundation; Yellow, Red and Green Ribbon weeks; Community Read In; Community Outreach.
5th VP CommunicationsJeniffer Nicholas
- Oversees or assists with: Sunblast (the digital newsletter), the Soleado phone directory and Edline (the online school website).
6th VP Ways & MeansJanet Chen
- Is the communication link between the PTA and Booster Club boards.
- Attends both meetings to give reports to both boards at each meeting.
- Coordinates with the Volunteer Co-coordinator and the Room Parent Co-coordinator.
- Assigns a Costume Closet rep to promote the Costume Closet.
7th VP LegislationRhea Mitha
- Keeps PTA members informed of legislation, including educational legislation.
- Represents Soleado at Capitol Convoy, or finds another PTA member who can.
- Manages mock elections if needed.
SecretaryJuneffer Gambin
- Takes minutes at all executive board and general meetings and distributes them at both meetings.
- Binds all minutes into the official record of the PTA.
- Keeps minutes available at meetings for reference.
TreasurerKarla Bonilla
- Prepares monthly reports and presents them at board and executive meetings.
- Pays all PTA bills and performs the monthly bank reconciliation for all accounts.
- Collects whistleblower forms from chairs and PTA board members.
- Prepares the annual report for Council and files all California taxes, including federal tax returns.
HistorianAnna Hamedani
- Takes pictures of all PTA events.
- Prepares a display board of PTA activities for the Palos Verdes Peninsula Council of PTAs annual meeting.
- Prepares the end-of-year slide show for slide show night, asking the school community for photos.
- Calculates all volunteer school hours and submits them to Council as required.
ParliamentarianMichelle Stefani
- Helps the president run effective, fair meetings and serves as the PTA’s expert on parliamentary procedure and bylaws.
- Advises the president on parliamentary procedure during board and association meetings.
- Chairs the bylaws committee: reviews the bylaws every year, proposes revisions as needed and updates them every five years.
- Schedules the nominating committee’s first meeting and guides them through the nomination and election process.
- Helps the board set ground rules and rules of debate for meetings.
- Keeps a speakers’ list and acts as timekeeper to keep meetings on track.
- Teaches members parliamentary basics through mini-trainings or handouts.
Financial ReviewerShellie Schumaker
- Completes three audits per year and reports the findings back to the general PTA members.
Booster Club board
Booster Club event & program chairs
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Subscribe to the Sunblast newsletter
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Tap Subscribe and your email app opens with a ready-to-send request to soleadosunblast@gmail.com.
You can also get every update through your teacher's classroom newsletter.