About Dillard Drive Magnet Elementary School Parent-Teacher Association
The PTA at Dillard Drive Center for Global Studies and Spanish Immersion Magnet Elementary is a dynamic network of parents, guardians, educators, and community members working together to enrich our students’ learning journey.
Through creative fundraising and impactful school initiatives, we help bring innovative technology into classrooms, enhance the media center, equip teachers with vital resources, and improve our campus environment—just to name a few!
In addition to providing resources, we host fun and engaging events for students and keep families informed with timely updates via newsletters, MemberHub, social media, and our website.
2025-2026 Elected PTA Board
Board of Directors
President: LaWanda Simpkins
Vice President of Member Engagement: Anna Lopez
Advocacy: Madana Marshall
Audit: Tracy Brown
Treasurer: Paula Silitshena
Secretary: Renda Dennie
Member at Large: Cheryl Tran
Advisory Board and Committee Chair Members
College and Career Fair: Vickie Dekle
Communications: Lisa Luten
Dragon Fly Dash: Jae-Ellyne Hudson
Education Immersive Special Project: Brooke Pristell
Family and Community Engagement: Jen Ayscue & Jessica Medina
Fifth Grade Promotion Chair: Pamela Guerra Montanez
Fundraising and Sponsorship: Charla Brandon
Hospitality: Karla Gamble
Literacy/Book Fair: LaDonna Byarse & Nadirah
Membership: Marie Swepson
Men of Dillard: Marcellus Simpkins & Kelvin McDougald
Nominations: OPEN
Operations and Protocol: OPEN
Reflections: Heather Kasdan
Teacher Appreciation: Candace Bridgers
Special Events: David Alan
Yearbook: Lisa Padgett
DDMES School Representatives
Principal: Dr. Roxann Sykes