About Us
The Ritchie Park Parent Teacher Association (PTA) brings together parents, teachers, staff and students to enhance our children's experience at Ritchie Park in a variety of ways. We work to make sure every student at Ritchie Park has the best possible experience.
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Running fun events that celebrate our rich cultural diversity, like Cultural Arts Night and International Night.
Bringing our kids' curriculum to life with events like the Science and Art Fair.
Sponsoring after-school activities that support a range of interests, from drama and yoga to fine arts and more.
Producing events for the whole family to enjoy: our back-to-school picnic, the parent/staff basketball game, and the student talent show, to name a few.
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Offering at least one scholarship to each after-school activity for kids who can't afford the cost but want to participate.
Providing school supplies where they are needed, purchasing necessary classroom equipment, and reimbursing teachers for their extra expenses up to $250 per classroom.
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We represent Ritchie Park within our school cluster and beyond.
And we help all of our parents make their voices heard by the Montgomery County Public School District and the County at large.
As a member of the Ritchie Park community, the PTA is here for you. Our goal is to help create the best experience for you and your child during your Ritchie Park years.
What Does the PTA Do?
We can tell you all about the great work we do, but we would rather show you - check out the pictures below from the many activities, events, and ways we support RPES:
We produce events that celebrate the Arts, Science, Reading and Culture
The Arts and Science Fair
Cultural Heritage Night
In-School Cultural Arts Assemblies
Annual Book Fair
Storytelling Night
Book Swap
Community Garden
5th Grade Geography Bowl
We create and support fun events for the Ritchie Park Community
Back to School Picnic
Skate Night
Bingo Night
Parent /Teacher / Staff Basketball Game
Maryland Day
We provide financial support and volunteers to make Maryland Day at RPES a success.
Field Day
We sponsor After-school Activities to feed a multitude of interests
Science, like Robotics, the Environment, Legos, and more
Tiny Chefs Cooking Classes
Team Athletics, like Pom Squads, Hip Hop, Basketball, and more
Fitness, like Karate and Yoga
Performing Arts, like Drama and Ballet
We show appreciation and support for our Teachers, Staff, Students and Families
Teacher Reimbursements
We provide each teacher with the opportunity to receive reimbursements for school supplies to enhance their classroom.
Staff Lunches and Dinners
Multiple times throughout the year, we provide teachers and staff with lunch or dinner to say thank you for all that they do!
Help Stocking the Teacher’s Lounge
We have helped with redecorating the teacher’s lounge as well as helping to keep the lounge stocked with drinks and snacks.
Sponsor Proud Panther Stickers
Staff Appreciation Week
End of the Year Ice Cream Party
Each year we host an ice cream party for teachers, staff, and students to celebrate the end of the school year together!
We provide support wherever it is needed
Scholarships for Field Trips
Community Service Nights
Purchasing Classroom Supplies and Office Supplies
Scholarships for Afterschool Activities