Message from the Principal

We encourage parent participation. Volunteer opportunities come in a variety of time commitments and levels of effort. Whether you are volunteering in your child’s classroom, serving on the PTA committee, School Site Council, English Language Advisory Committee, or helping your child with homework each night, you make our school stronger. Tom Matsumoto is our school, our children, and our responsibility.

Mrs. Gokcen Ceran, Principal

Message from the PTA Board

Welcome to the 2025-26 School Year!

Dear Tom Matsumoto Elementary School Families,

We, the Tom Matsumoto Elementary School PTA Board, are thrilled to welcome you to what promises to be an incredible year ahead! As your PTA representatives, we’re honored to serve our amazing school community and bring our collective passion, creativity, and countless volunteer hours to support our students.

Tom Matsumoto Elementary School is truly special to all of us. What makes our school extraordinary is the incredible partnership between our outstanding teachers, supportive staff, engaged families, and enthusiastic students.

This year, our PTA is committed to enhancing your child’s educational experience through:

Academic Enrichment: Supporting programs like [specific programs – science fair, coding classes, guest speakers, field trips] that expand learning beyond the classroom.

Community Building: Organizing beloved events such as [customize – fall festival, family movie nights, cultural celebrations, seasonal dances] that strengthen the bonds within our school family.

School Support: Providing volunteer assistance for [customize – library programs, classroom activities, special events] and fundraising for essential needs like [customize – playground improvements, technology, classroom supplies].

Communication & Connection: Keeping families informed and engaged through regular updates and opportunities to get involved.

Whether you’re joining our school community for the first time or you’re a returning family, we invite you to become part of the PTA family. There are countless ways to contribute, from volunteering at events to sharing your unique talents and skills. Every bit of involvement makes a difference in creating the vibrant, supportive environment our children thrive in.

Please watch for our regular communications, including weekly emails and updates, which will keep you informed about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and important school news.

Thank you for being part of what makes our school community so special. Here’s to a fantastic year filled with learning, growth, and memorable moments!

Warmly,

The Tom Matsumoto Elementary School PTA Board

Ready to get involved? Contact us via Email. We can’t wait to meet you!