SUBJECT: IA PTSO Newsletter: Bits & Bytes - May 15, 2025
May 15, 2025
A Special Farewell to Our First Four-Year Graduating Class
As this school year comes to a close, the IA PTSO would like to recognize a truly meaningful moment in our school’s journey—the graduation of our first four-year class.
Class of 2025, you were pioneers. You started with us when the school was still new, and you’ve helped shape what it has become. You’ve created traditions, built community, and set the tone for future classes to follow.
Your presence, your leadership, and your spirit have left a lasting mark. From your freshman year to your final days as seniors, you've shown what it means to grow with a school—and help it grow with you.
No matter where life takes you, Innovation Academy/PTSO will always be your home. When you return to visit, you’ll find us here proudly cheering you on, just as we always have.
On behalf of the IA PTSO and the entire Innovation Academy community, thank you. We’re so proud of you and excited for what lies ahead.
Congratulations and best wishes!
Celebrating IA PTSO Leadership & Welcoming a New Chapter
Honoring the 2024–2025 IA PTSO Team
As the 2024–2025 school year comes to a close, we take a moment to celebrate the dedication and achievements of our outgoing IA PTSO leaders. Their time, talent, and commitment have helped build a strong, inclusive, and vibrant Innovation Academy community.
Special thanks to our outgoing board members for their dedicated service:
Andrea Russell, President – for her visionary leadership
Soumya Bhaaradwaj, VP of Communications – for her efforts in keeping our community informed and engaged
Chenille English-Boswell, Newsletter Chair – for crafting and sharing our IA stories with care
Isabella Filippone, VP of Student Support – for championing student experiences
Sangeeta Chitambar, Student Recognition & Academic Support – for recognizing and celebrating student achievement
👏👏Thank you all for your service and dedication!👏👏
🔔Welcoming the 2025–2026 IA PTSO Team
We are thrilled to welcome our incoming IA PTSO Board. With a renewed spirit of collaboration and innovation, this incredible team—featuring four dedicated IA dads!—is ready to serve with heart and purpose.
Together, we are ready to Connect. Build. Innovate.
Meet the 2025–2026 Board Highlights:
President: Pam Sidhi
VP Communications: Heather Snell
Newsletter: Raghav Vaidya | Social Media: Megan Bradley
Let’s continue to work hand in hand—empowering families, uplifting educators, and enriching the student journey at IA.
"Volunteers do not necessarily have the time—they just have the heart.” – Elizabeth Andrew
Seeking Dedicated Leader for Jr. President Role
IA PTSO is looking for the next generation of leaders. The remaining vacancy where current volunteers are ineligible to serve again include:
Junior President
If you are interested in serving or returning to serve for another school year, please fill out this form: Interest Form
JOB DESCRIPTION:
View plan of works for all positions here: Plan of Work
DATES AND DEADLINES:
All Interest Form Submissions for the above position are still being accepted.
Selected candidates will be notified for acceptance/rejection of the position, and the Nominating Committee will then present a slate of accepted candidates to the current IA PTSO Executive Board.
If you would like to talk to a current member of the executive board to ask questions please email info@iaptso.org and they will be happy to reach out!
Thank You to Our Business Sponsors!
This week's Business Sponsor Highlight:
Edison Prep
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