Harold Clark Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Impact Report 2025-26
Celebrating a Year of Growth, Community, and Student Success
Harold Clark Elementary PTA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization connecting families, educators, and community to improve every child's educational experience.
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President & Principal's Messages
A Year of Momentum, Community, and Impact
From the President
At Clark Elementary PTA, everything begins with students. This year, our mission came alive through thousands of volunteer hours, record membership growth, and programs that enriched learning, strengthened belonging, and brought joy to campus. Our PTA members and volunteers didn't just help — they shaped student experiences. They created safe, fun events, supported academic programs, and ensured families stayed connected through clear communication and a welcoming PTA presence.
Thank you for making Clark a place where students thrive!
Jeff Sears
2025-26 PTA President
From the Principal
The Clark Elementary PTA made an extraordinary impact this year, strengthening student learning, enriching campus experiences, and elevating the culture of our school. Their financial support powered essential academic programs, classroom grants, and beloved student events — from Trunk or Treat to Spring Fest — ensuring our children had opportunities to grow, explore, and shine. The generosity from families, sponsors, and donors directly shaped the daily experiences of our students and helped us continue building a school environment where every child feels supported and celebrated.
Equally meaningful was the gift of time. Our volunteer parents showed up consistently and wholeheartedly, supporting classrooms and the cafeteria, staffing events, and contributing thousands of hours that strengthened the heart of our community. The PTA's leadership, creativity, and dedication help define who we are — a school where families and staff work together to create joyful, memorable experiences for students. Thanks to our combined efforts and PTA partnership, we are truly Making Our Mark at Clark.
Dr. Delilah Rabeiro
Clark Elementary Principal
Who We Are
About Clark Elementary PTA
Mission
To make every child's potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.
By the Numbers: 2025-26
373
PTA Members
87%
Membership increase vs 2024-25
$74K+
Benefits to Clark through grants, programs or events
101
PTA Volunteers during school hours
6,400+
Hours volunteered at Clark by PTA members
683
Attendees* at Trunk or Treat
941
Attendees* at Spring Fest
Cougar P.A.W.
Philanthropy Action Wonders — first-class student philanthropy program launched this year
* Includes volunteers, vendors and sponsors.
Highlights
2025-26 Year in Review
Membership & Engagement
- •373 PTA members — expanding the network of adults, teachers and community members supporting the school and its students
- •87% membership growth
- •301 non-faculty/staff members — more families engaged
- •91% faculty/staff membership
- •30 average PTA members at General Assembly meetings
Volunteer Power
- •101 PTA members volunteered during school hours
- •6,400+ volunteer hours during school hours
- •One volunteer contributed more than 800 hours at Clark Elementary
Leadership Engagement
- •7 PTA officers and 16 project chairs
- •10 PTA Board meetings
- •2,700+ non-school hours contributed by the PTA Board
Our People
PTA Leadership
Strategic Focuses for 2025-26
Membership Recruitment/Engagement
To support the school and our students, we worked to increase membership by 87% over the previous year. 91% of our teachers and staff were PTA members. We increased the size of the board by recruiting more volunteer chairs to expand the impact of our efforts.
Communication
We increased our regular cadence on social media (Facebook) growing our followers by 20%. 21 email newsletters kept PTA members informed of the impact of recent activities and upcoming events. Homeroom Representatives helped to ensure important information and opportunities were reaching ALL Clark families, not just PTA members.
Organization and Planning
We partnered with school administration to create a comprehensive calendar of events for the year. Every project and campaign had a project plan, and debriefs were conducted to capture notes and best practices for future years. Monthly PTA board meetings were conducted to discuss activities and accomplishments.
2025-26 PTA Officers
- Jeff Sears, President
- Aimon Miranda, VP1
- Jessica Feliciano, VP2
- Kelli Shtogun, VP3
- Mary Reilly, Corresponding Sec.
- Natalia Valle, Recording Sec.
- Meghan Shirey, Treasurer
Board Members and Chairs
- Jessica Acosta Mendez
- Jennifer Bin Madhi
- Kindre Bingham-Bosio
- Belise Borroto
- Frances Espinel
- Erik Fassel
- Connie Gomez
- Molly Grimes
- Annelize Kritzinger
- Shannon Morgan
- Aisha Palmares
- Dr. Delilah Rabeiro, Principal
- Kim Rosenthal
- Carly Rosick
- Karla Silva
- Nicole Slater
- Renee Sujka
- Kristen Sweeney
- Kelly Wackes, Asst. Principal
Where Funds Went
Financial Highlights
| Category | Revenue | Expenses |
|---|---|---|
| Sponsorships and Donations | 9% | |
| Fundraisers | 16% | |
| Family Spirit Nights | 6% | 2% |
| Yearbooks | 9% | 4% |
| School Fundraiser (Pass-Through) | 6% | 7% |
| School and Academic Programs | 23% | |
| Membership | 4% | 3% |
| Spirit Wear | 16% | 13% |
| Campus and Family Events | 26% | 20% |
| Fifth Grade | 8% | 10% |
| Operating/Admin | 4% | |
| Teacher/Staff Recognition | 12% |
Note: Revenue and expense percentages are rounded and may not total 100%.
Starting Balance (July 1, 2025)
$14,141.45
Total Revenue
$91,171.26
Targeted fundraising activities, spirit wear sales, successful Family Spirit Nights, and increased sponsorships helped to re-establish and solidify our financial standing to prepare for the next financial year.
Total Expenses
$74,210.80
Giving Back to the Campus: Following 2025 Summer inventory, we aimed to utilize what we had available and limit purchases. In addition, many families donated funds or materials in support of our programs and events.
Ending Balance (June 30, 2026)
$31,101.61
Giving Back to the Campus
Funds raised throughout the year supported campus events and activities, along with academic, classroom and school support.
Our School
Campus Impact
Key accomplishments from Clark Elementary School in the 2025-26 school year.
2025-26 Theme: One Team. One Dream. No Limits.
836
Students Enrolled
61
Teachers/Faculty
39
Staff
589
Overall Points
74%
of Available Points
A
School Grade
School of Excellence
Designation
English Language Arts
- ELA Achievement77+2
- Grade 3 ELA74-4
- ELA Learning Gains76+5
- ELA Lowest 25% Gains65+14
Mathematics
- Math Achievement82-1
- Math Learning Gains80+2
- Math Lowest 25% Gains64+8
Science and Overall
- Science Achievement71-1
- Overall Points589+25
- Overall Percent74%+3
Academic Excellence
- A-rated school
- Florida School of Excellence
- Strong performance: 589 points and 74% of available points
- County standing: 12th among non-charter elementary schools
Clark demonstrated strong overall performance across achievement, learning gains, and science.
The Big Picture
- Major improvements: Five components improved
- Exceptional gains: ELA Lowest 25% +14 and Math Lowest 25% +8
- Schoolwide impact: Overall points up from 564 to 589, and percentage up from 71% to 74%
Future Focus Areas
- Grade 3 ELA: Strengthen foundational literacy and grade-level proficiency.
- Math Achievement: Sustain growth while increasing proficiency.
- Science Achievement: Deepen science vocabulary, inquiry, and content mastery.
Student Growth Highlights
Clark Experience
Partners & Volunteers
Community Generosity
Our PTA sponsors invested directly in student opportunities and impact.
We doubled the number of sponsors we engaged this year and are grateful for their support.
Farina Orthodontics
Mathnasium
Infinite Edge Learning Center
Minerva
Wolfpack ATV Rentals
DiPorto Pro Cleaning
Radiance Orthodontics
New Tampa Piano & Pedagogy Academy
Every Little Word
tbhomesbyjess
The Tutoring Center
Dr. Duga, Dr. Feeney & Associates
BBD Dental Care
Volunteer-Driven Campus Support
Throughout the year, we coordinated volunteers for campus needs and events, including:
Staying Connected
Communication and Outreach
Keeping Families Connected
- •Launch of initial PTA website on Givebacks with synced Google calendar of events
- •21 newsletters published
- •2 PTA Trivia Nights (online sessions with PTA information between rounds)
- •5-7 social media posts per week — including targeted promotion for important posts
- •180+ new social media followers on Facebook (19% increase vs July 1, 2025)
- •4 General Assembly meetings with average attendance of 31 participants
- •Increased use of video and animations for drop-off routines, Lost & Found, Teacher Appreciation Week and event promotions
- •Campus marquee updated weekly
- •Visits to the Clark Morning Show
New Programs Launched
Enhanced PTA Programs
Next Year
Looking Ahead: 2026-27 Priorities
Leveraging the momentum from 2025-26, the Clark Elementary PTA has identified four key focuses for the 2026-27 year.
1Reaffirming our Student Focus
- •Continue to financially support school programs that academically benefit our students
- •Give students a voice in both school and PTA activities
- •Provide educational opportunities for students and their families
- •"Show up" for our students through campus volunteer efforts
- •Partner with the school to enhance the campus culture and community
2Volunteers and Engagement
- •Continue to seek out volunteers who are willing to share their time and talent, and match them with relevant and meaningful opportunities
- •Create improved sign-up process to make volunteering easier
- •Provide clear training for volunteers so they understand expectations
- •Increase participation at General Assemblies and Family Spirit Nights
3Communications and Technology
- •Prepare and launch new PTA website: 4ClarkPTA.org
- •Expand communication outreach efforts through social media (Facebook, Instagram and YouTube), homeroom representatives, and PTA member newsletters
- •Transition PTA files and systems to Google for NonProfits to allow easier collaboration, knowledge transfer and officer transitions
4Financial Stability
- •Maintain a balanced budget through successful fundraising activities and monitored spending during the year
- •Increase sponsorships and sponsor engagement
- •Ensure the 2027-28 PTA Board is financially stable to start the year
Thank You!
Clark Elementary PTA's success this year is the result of dedicated volunteers, engaged families, supportive administration, passionate teachers, generous sponsors, and enthusiastic students. Together, we created a year full of learning, joy, opportunity and impact.
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