Ladera PTO Website

PTO Welcome

Welcome to the Ladera Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) for the 2026-2027 school year!

We're a team of roughly 30 dedicated parents, teachers, and staff who love bringing the fun to our school community. Every dollar you contribute and every minute you volunteer directly impacts our Leopards, helping us create unforgettable experiences and provide essential resources. Your support goes beyond basic funding, truly making a difference in the lives of our students.

What we do and support:

Your generous support helps us fund a wide range of programs that make Ladera so special:

• Enrichment & Academics: We provide supplemental classroom materials, a dedicated PE teacher for a top-notch physical fitness program, and engaging art lessons through our popular "Meet the Masters" program.
• Unique Learning Spaces: Your donations power our STEAM Lab, a hands-on space for kids to explore science and technology, and help maintain our beautiful Ladera garden and learning area.
• Community & Fun: We organize fun-filled events and activities that build school spirit, foster a sense of pride, and create lasting memories for all our families.

How you can help:

We believe every family is a part of the PTO, and we hope you'll join us in making this a fantastic year! All Ladera PTO events and meeting information can be found on our website at www.laderapto.com. 

Every bit of help, whether it's giving an hour of your time or making a donation, makes a huge difference. If you have any questions or would like to join the fun, please feel free to reach out to our President, Laura Hogya, at teamladerapto@gmail.com.

Ladera PTO Board Members

President: Laura Hogya
President Advisor (1st VP): Bahiyyih Babai
Support Drive (2nd VP): Liz Chang, Melissa Gutierrez
Community Events (3rd VP): Jenan Dakroub, Tiffany Small
Co-Treasurers: Pinar Hayta Sonmez, Araceli Hernandez, Mae Tubadeza
Secretary: Raniyah Hamdan
Fundraising: Pinar Hayta Sonmez, Shritin Patel
After-School Enrichment: Suchada Stevens, Lindsey Jones
Parliamentarian: Shritin Patel
Principal: Ashly McNamara