
At Monte Sano, we are Tiny, but Mighty! The Monte Sano PTA is dedicated to supporting students, teachers, families and our community. We strive to follow the six national standards for family school partnerships, including:
Supporting student success
Effective communication
Speaking up for EVERY child
Sharing the power
Collaborating with our community
Welcoming all families
We are resourceful, we are driven, we are advocates and we are partners.
Meet your 2025-2026 PTA Board
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Margot Stern, President
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Kristine Clark, President Elect
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Abigail Grace, VP of Programs
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Katie Roden, VP of Programs
About Me: I was born and raised in Huntsville and this will be my first year on the PTA board. I have 2 boys at MSE - Forest, 8 and Ollie, 5.
Why I love MSE: The community is the absolute best—I love showing up at the school and seeing so many friends, neighbors, staff, and kids that I adore.
Fun Facts: 1) My mom attended MSE and I attended MSE for a brief period in Kindergarten. 2) I love to hike at the Land Trust and State Park. 3) Art and design bring me joy!
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Ashley Smith, VP of Fundraising
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Ashley Ryals, VP of Fundraising
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Becky Campbell, VP of Legislation
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Stephanie Sandwell, VP of Membership
About Me: This is my first year on the PTA Board. I have a daughter, Abby ,in 5th grade and a son, Peter, in 1st grade. I am originally from NYC and the Finger Lakes region of New York State.
Why I love MSE: I love the academic excellence at MSE and all of the amazing families who attend here and invest into the school community.
Fun Facts: 1. We have 6 chickens and a 100 lb lab named Charlie 2. We attend Central Presbyterian Church in downtown.
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Amanda Phelps, VP of Membership
About Me: This is my first year on the PTA Board. I have a daughter in 1st grade and a son in kindergarten. They also have an older brother and sister. I am a nurse anesthetist.
Why I love MSE: I am so excited about getting more involved this year, and I love the family feeling I get when we are at MSE.
Fun Facts: 1) I have a dog named Bonnie and a cat named Clyde 2) I love spending time at the beach!
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Anna DiPlacido, Treasurer
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Evie Pols, Treasurer Elect
About Me: I am looking forward to serving my first year on the PTA Board. We have three boys, Henry (9), Ari (5) and Meyer (2). We have lived on the mountain since 2020. am born and bred a Jersey girl, but the South truly has become home!
Why I love MSE: MSE is so unique from the family feel and care from all the faculty and staff to the sweet wooden door signs. Our family has loved being part of this community!
Fun Facts: 1) I like overly ambitious cooking and entertaining projects 2) I love reading (fluff over substance) 3) I love flower arrangements and sunrise workouts
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Jessica Freda, Secretary
About Me: I am originally from the suburbs of Chicago. I studied biology and now work for a cell and gene therapy company as a project manager. I have Gus (5th grade) and Carlos (3rd grade) at MSE. This is my first year on the board.
Why I love MSE: My favorite thing about Monte Sano Elementary is the close-knit community feel of the school. I really enjoy the partnership between the administration, teachers, and parents.
Fun Facts: 1) I worked as a Park Ranger during college at Grand Teton National Park- It’s my favorite! 2) I’m a big fan of my alma mater- the University of Illinois 3) I attended the Citrus Bowl and March Madness in 2024!
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Sarah Johnson, Parliamentarian
About Me: I am excited to be a part of the MSE Board again this year! I have 3 girls and have been at MSE since 2017. Janie is in 7th grade at HJHS, Annie B is going to be in 4th and Rebecca will be in 2nd grade. I have served on the Board as President Elect, President and Parliamentarian.
Why I love MSE: My favorite thing about MSE is that it’s more than a school; it’s a community where everyone cares about one another! (Oh, and we’re the BEST!)
Fun Facts: 1) This is my 21st year teaching: majority of those years have been in HCS 2) My husband and I are both HHS & University of Alabama graduates 3) I love to travel!
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Rebecca Campbell
About Me: I am excited to continue serving on the MSE PTA Board. I have two boys- one in 5th grade at MSE and one entering his sophomore year at Huntsville High. I have served on the PTA for over 5 years and this is my 23rd year as an educator.
Why I love MSE: The heart of the school is its people- our amazing teachers, staff, and families make it a truly special place to grow and learn.
Fun Facts: 1) Roll Tide Roll- I love Alabama Football 2) I’m a huge fan of any and every sport my sons play 3) I taught at MSE for 7 years