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What is the PTO?: The Rumson Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) works closely with the school administration to develop and execute programs and activities that enhance and enrich the educational experience at Deane Porter and Forrestdale. Our work supports the school’s curriculum and motivates school spirit!

PTO Board: Our Board is a group of motivated, caring and collaborative community members that focus on improving our school experience for all Rumson children.

Mission: To encourage and support parents, students, school staff & the community to work together to implement programs and activities that benefit our children & school.

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2025/2026 Board

Presidents:

Victoria Bowley & Chris Frangione

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Vice Presidents:

Maya Salotti & Kristin Smythe

Treasurers:

Dan Voloshin & Andrew Leithe

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Marketing Officers:

Katie Nitti & Karen Cundari Berger

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Secretaries:

Jen Armstrong & Melissa Boss

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Technology Lead:

Adam Greenbaum

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Sponsorship Leads:

Theresa O’Connor & Nicole Goldberg

visit us: rumsonpto.org

email us: hello@rumsonpto.org

Rumson PTO

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Why Join?

  • Gain private access to the Membership Directory
  • Provide support for our teachers throughout the school year
  • Join monthly PTO meetings to share ideas, have a voice in events and get context behind key decisions
  • Volunteer or Chair PTO events that enhance the educational and social experience of our students
  • Be considered to be a Class Parent
  • Support the growth, expansion, and development of new clubs and athletics
  • Help create programs and experiences that foster compassion and kindness, furthering our mission to raise global citizens

visit us: rumsonpto.org

email us: hello@rumsonpto.org

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Sign Up at Rumsonpto.org

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$50 annual dues

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It All Starts with Joining

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In 2024-2025 The PTO Funded 6 Educational Assemblies, Field Days, 13 Innovation Grants, and 24 Community Events

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  • RASA Marble Run STEM – Hands-on learning kits
  • Coding Ninjas in Training – LEGO SPIKE Prime coding for 4th & 5th grade
  • Book Buddy – Security support for 6th graders
  • The Cooking Librarian – Cooking and literacy for 4th & 5th grade
  • Digital Art Tutorials – Expanding creative access beyond the classroom
  • Stop the Bleed – Emergency training and supplies
  • Sensory Seekers – Gross motor movement practice
  • Get Moving in Pre-K – Outdoor movement equipment
  • Beautification – Enhancing campus spaces and environment
  • Geodes Resources – Reading enrichment activities
  • The Bank at DP – Rewards system for respect, responsibility & safety
  • Keyboarding Kids – Building typing skills for learning

visit us: rumsonpto.org

email us: hello@rumsonpto.org

Contributions & Impact

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We raise ~$200k/year and invest it all back into the school community

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Many ways to get involved with different commitment levels

  • Become a member
  • Chair or join a committee
  • Volunteer at events
  • Donate (money, goods, services)
  • Attend and enjoy our events

visit us: rumsonpto.org

email us: hello@rumsonpto.org

Help Support Our Students

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One of the best ways to get involved in your child’s classroom & the school community! ​

Liaison between teacher + families

Manage class dues; coordinate class parties + teacher gifts

Share info from PTO; attend PTO meetings

Volunteer at two PTO events; attend the class trip

Organize a class auction basket for Parent’s Night Out

Welcome new families + help create a class community

For more info, scan QR code or visit RumsonPTO.org/class-parents.

Interested?

A Google Interest Form will open 9/4 and close 9/11 on the Rumson PTO website.

Please note, completing the form does not guarantee selection.

Questions?

Reach out to our Class Parent Committee Co-Chairs!

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Erin Federer & Meg O’Connor

erinelizfederer@gmail.com

megoconnor2@gmail.com

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Class Parent Video

Class Parents

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visit us: rumsonpto.org

email us: hello@rumsonpto.org

Thank You

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