2025-2026 PTO Board

Our PTO is made up of hard-working parents & teachers who pool their talents to provide practical support for our school. Those listed below volunteered to provide leadership this year. Get to know their names and faces, and feel free to ask them if you have questions.

 

Interested in open board positions? Contact us!

 

ExEcutive board members

 

President

Stephanie Kaspar - president@herodpto.org

Stephanie started volunteering with the PTO two years and is excited to be a part of the PTO board. Stephanie and her husband Kyle have two kids, Colton and Morgan. Colton will be entering 3rd grade and Morgan will be entering 1st. Stephanie works full-time as a civil engineer and when she is not working or up at Herod, she also volunteers at Westbury Little League helping out where needed. Her family loves tailgating for Aggie football, Astros baseball, camping, swimming, or anything outdoors.

 

 

  

 

Executive Vice President

Monica Morales-Aragon - Monica is excited to continue supporting the Herod community in her second year with the PTO, now serving as Executive Vice President. She and her husband, Mario, have two current Herod Jets and a Bellaire Cardinal. Monica works full-time for Q10 Property Advisors and volunteers with the Houston Apartment Association. She is a proud graduate of the University of Houston (Go Coogs!). In her free time, she enjoys cheering on the Houston Astros and spending quality time with her family.

 

 

 

 

 

Vice Presidents

 Amanda Scott-Shirley - Amanda Shirley is an enthusiastic PTO mom of 2 Jets who brings creativity and heart to everything she does. With a passion for crafting, event planning, and creating memorable experiences, she’s always ready to add a special touch to school events and activities. Whether she’s organizing fundraisers, decorating for classroom celebrations, or coming up with fun ideas for family nights, Amanda loves helping to make Herod a joyful place for kids and families alike.

 

 

 

 

 

 Judy Nelluvelil - Judy has been actively involved with the Herod PTO for several years and is excited to continue serving the school community as Vice President. She and her husband, Regi, have one Herod Jet, Alyssa, who will be entering 4th grade this year. Her daughter, Olivia, graduated this past year and will be attending Meyerland Middle School. Judy brings a background in corporate training and nonprofit fundraising, and currently volunteers with several community organizations. When she's not at Herod, she enjoys traveling, eating out at new restaurants, and playing with her pets!

 

 

 

 

Secretary 

Marcela Perez - It is my first year on the board and excited for the upcoming school year. I have two sons, one of them is a third grader at Herod in dual language. I am a full time oncology nurse practitioner and on the weekends you can find me at Westbury Little League. On my free time, I love to travel and watch The Office.

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

Treasurer 

LaTosha Rhone - treasurer@herodpto.org

LaTosha is a wife and mother of 3 including 2 current Jets and one Jet Alumni! She has been a member of the Herod PTO for many years but began working on the board during the 2022-23 school year during which she served as our Communications and Merchandise Chair. She loves all things crafty and is a Girl Scout Troop Leader in San Jacinto Council.

 

 

 

 

 

Assistant Treasurer

Betty Hanna - Betty has been a member of Herod PTO for the past four years and is excited to now be a part of the Executive Board.  She and her husband, Rusty, have 2 sons who are current Herod Jets, entering 2^nd and 4^th grade.  Betty works as an optometrist and also volunteers at Westbury Little League.  In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and practicing yoga.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Teacher Representative

 Ms. Lutfak -This year marks my 8th year in education and at Herod Elementary. I have a B.S in Engineering but discovered that I love to teach more. I have 5 amazing girls, that keep me on my toes. I love to hang out with family and friends, travel, read, watch movies, and cheer on the Houston Texans and  Rockets!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Immediate Past Presidents

Not Applicable

 

Board OF DIRECTORS

Budget Committee Chair - LaTosha Rhone
Campus Liaison Committee Chair -  Janelle Long
Communication Committee Chair -  Hannah Villarreal
Community Liaison Committee Chair - Amanda Rosenhouse

Fundraising Liaison Committee Chair - OPEN

 

  

ComMITTEE LEADS

Appreciation Week (non-Teachers) - Rebecca Cox
Book Fair - Roxana Rodriguez-Becker & Betty Hanna
Field Day - Paul Long & Ms. Burnside
Fifth Grade Committee - Stephanie Chavez & Jessica Del Aguila
Magnet Liaison - Sara Delclos & Alexa Engelhard
Room Parent Coordinator - Hannah Villarreal & Amy Alonzo
School Store - LaTosha Rhone
School Supplies - Monica Morales
Teacher Appreciation - Stephanie Chavez
Boo Grams/Valentine Grams - Shannon Yang-Oh

VIP Dance - Chris Englander

Social Media - Erin Piper
Yearbook - Amy Alonzo
Fall Fest - Brooke Blackshear
PreK/Kinder Play Date - Janelle Long
Movie Night - Paul Long
Trunk or Treat - N/A
Auction - Amanda Scott-Shirley
Corporate Sponsors - Judy Nelluvelil
Spirit Nights - Jessica Williams
Merch Coordinator - Amanda Scott-Shirley
Fun Run - Chris Englander
JetFest - Stephanie Kaspar
Volunteer Luncheon - OPEN