About Bear Creek Campus PTSA

Our Guiding Principles:

• Enhancing the joy and well-being of students and staff while enriching our learning environment.  

• Advocating for students, staff, families, and the school.  

• Building and strengthening community ties within the school and beyond.  

• Encouraging community support for the Alternative Learning Experiences (ALE) of the Northshore School District. 
  
  

Our Story:

Bear Creek PTSA began with families in the Northshore Family Partnership. Wanting to be more inclusive, we welcomed the Northshore Online Academy (NOA) and Northshore Networks (NN) into our community. Now, we go by Bear Creek Campus PTSA, though you might still spot the name Northshore Family Parent Cooperative PTSA here and there.

2024-2025 Executive Board
Co-Presidents: Jenn Causey and Allison Mitchell: president@nfpptsa.org

Co-Vice Presidents: Sherry Lankston and Kelsey McClintok: vp@nfpptsa.org

Secretary: Amanda Romeo: secretary@nfpptsa.org

 Treasurer: Dan Marantz: treasurer@nnfpptsa.org

2024-2025 Committees

If you are interested in leading or joining a committee, please email president@nfpptsa.org

Excursions Chair: TBD: excursions@nfpptsa.org  

The Excursions Chair helps BCC families plan and lead excursions, mainly on Wednesdays and Fridays when classes are not in session. They manage the Excursions GoogleDoc sign-ups and provide planning support as needed. The Chair doesn't need to attend every excursion; the event leader serves as the on-site contact. The Excursions Chair may attend Board and PTSA meetings as needed to share updates on excursions and the community's needs.

Fundraising Chair: TBD: fundraising@nfpptsa.org
The Fundraising Chair leads a committee to plan and organize fundraisers that support the PTSA's annual budget. They work with the Executive Board to develop fundraising ideas to the Board and membership for approval. The Chair may attend Board and PTSA meetings as needed to share updates on fundraising activities and needs.

Membership Chair: TBD: membership@nfpptsa.org
Membership Chair is the point person for recruitment and enrollment for the BCC PTSA and maintains current membership records. The Membership Chair may attend Board meetings and attends general PTSA meetings on an as needed basis to communicate the membership status and needs of the PTSA and BCC community.

Staff Appreciation Chair: TBD: appreciation@nfpptsa.org  

The Staff Appreciation Chair organizes activities throughout the year to support our staff, including providing meals and coordinating events during Teacher Appreciation Week. The Chair may attend Board and PTSA meetings as needed to share updates on staff appreciation activities and needs.

Student Appreciation Chair: TBD: appreciation@nfpptsa.org
The Student Appreciation Chair focuses on recognizing students' personal growth in areas like relationships, accomplishments, and unique qualities. They manage the recognition process and encourage student and family participation. The Chair may attend Board and PTSA meetings as needed to share updates on student appreciation activities and needs.

Volunteers Chair: TBD: volunteers@nfpptsa.org 

The Volunteers Chair keeps a list of volunteers for PTSA activities and events. They work with the Enrichment Team and the Staff Appreciation Chair to recruit volunteers. The Chair may attend Board and PTSA meetings as needed to update on volunteer activities and needs.

Executive Board

Co-Presidents

• Jennifer Causey

• Allison Mitchell

Co-Vice Presidents

• Kelsey McClintock
  I'm a messy crafter, a writer of poetry no one reads, a buyer of too many books, and a weary explorer of every mucky, soaking wet adventure dreamed up by my kids. 

• Sherry Lankston

We've been with the NFP/BCC family going on 4 years and (rising 3rd grader, incoming kinder) and love the program, teachers, and community. It's a great fit for our neurospicy family! When we're not on campus you can find us adventuring in the outdoors, completing random science projects, attempting and failing at a plethora of craft projects, and overall just running amuck and learning through life experiences. 

Secretary

Amanda Romeo
NFP is a great fit for our family. I have two children, 3rd and 6th grades. My kids love the teachers and their classes but still enjoy doing their primary schooling at home.  My family and I love to travel and appreciate that homeschooling gives us that flexibility. It is our goal to see every National Park in the US. Professionally, I have spent my life in education. I am a former Spanish and French teacher of 14 years. I have also worked as an administrator at a private elementary school.  

Treasurer

Dan Marantz
I have 2 kids in the NFP program and I am married to Lauren, a teacher at NFP. I work for Pinterest and like the outdoors. I'm originally from Toronto, Canada and have been in Seattle for 15 years.

Leaders

• Zosia Whittaker

If being a mama was a hobby - that would be mine! I have three amazing kiddos - Jacob (10 years), Lily (7 years), and Daniel (4 years).  This is my 3rd year supporting the PTSA at BCC. It is a true honor to represent this diverse community. I strive to support not only my children’s academic education, but also the community in which they learn and grow. My family values inclusion, adventure, and creativity…. I also love llamas and have been known to say to my children “Go play outside…. Don’t come back until you’re COVERED in mud.”