Welcome from Your 2025/2026 PTSO Board
As your 2025/2026 Patterson PTSO Board, we are committed to supporting our students, teachers/staff, and school by enhancing the learning environment through supplemental curriculum programs, classroom resources, campus improvements, staff appreciation initiatives, and meaningful experiences for our school families. We look forward to a year filled with collaboration, community, and connection.
Lyndy Gregorski-Rotert, President
Lyndy is excited to be serving her second year on the PTSO board! She has an MS in Counseling and currently works for AFFIRM Mental Health, where she helps support continuing education for mental health professionals. At home, she stays busy with her two kids—Wilson (2nd grade), a future blacksmith, taekwondo instructor, and Greek mythology teacher, and Wren (Kindergarten), an aspiring cowgirl, cat vet, and zoo owner. In her (limited) free time, Lyndy loves to read anything she can get her hands on, especially historical fiction and all things history-related. She’s also on a mission to visit all 50 states—preferably with a good book in hand.
Candace Baird, Assistant President
Candace will be staying on the Patterson PTSO 25/26 board for her 5th year! She has 2 kids who attend Patterson, Brayden (6th grade) and Allie (5th grade). Candace works full time as a cardiac nurse in Scottsdale. In her free time she enjoys working out, paddleboarding, camping, and hanging out by the pool! You will always catch the Baird family traveling, even if its over a long weekend because tomorrow is never guaranteed and life is too short.
Shannon Lewis, Co-Vice President
Shannon Louis, from California, is a proud mom to her third-grade daughter, Olivia. They both love being part of the Patterson community. Shannon has been a dedicated teacher in Arizona for several years and enjoys gardening, traveling, and cooking in her free time. She’s excited to join the board for the first time and looks forward to all the fun events in the upcoming school year.
Val Woltman, Co-Vice President
We are thrilled to welcome Val to the PTSO Board this year as our Co-Vice President! Val is a proud mom to two amazing kids—Olivia, who’s in 1st grade, and Landon, a 4th grader. She works as an Esthetician and Laser Technician at Arizona Beauty House in Downtown Gilbert, where she helps clients glow with confidence.
When she’s not working her skincare magic, Val enjoys baking sourdough bread, soaking up the sun poolside, paddleboarding, hiking, and giving back through community volunteering. Most of all, she cherishes time spent with her little “Wolf Pack,” creating lasting memories and always cheering one another on.
KElly Rush, Co-Secretary
We are thrilled to welcome Val to the PTSO Board this year as our Co-Vice President! Val is a proud mom to two amazing kids—Olivia, who’s in 1st grade, and Landon, a 4th grader. She works as an Esthetician and Laser Technician at Arizona Beauty House in Downtown Gilbert, where she helps clients glow with confidence.
When she’s not working her skincare magic, Val enjoys baking sourdough bread, soaking up the sun poolside, paddleboarding, hiking, and giving back through community volunteering. Most of all, she cherishes time spent with her little “Wolf Pack,” creating lasting memories and always cheering one another on.
Stefanie Botner, Co-Secretary
Stefanie works as a Business Analyst at ASU’s W. P. Carey School of Business and is in her second year serving on the PTSO board. She’s also the proud mom of two lively kids—Max (8) and Livia (4)—who keep life exciting and full of energy. When she’s not at work or cheering on a school event, Stefanie enjoys exploring the trails and mountains around the Valley, biking the scenic canals of Gilbert, and discovering new local restaurants with her family. She loves to travel—especially to Germany to see extended family—and recharges by spending time in the kitchen baking, digging into her garden, or playing a competitive game of volleyball.
Chelsea Heinz-Brown, co-Treasurer
Chelsea: Chelsea is thrilled to be kicking off her 4th year on the PTSO Board! She’s mom to two awesome boys—Gerrit (6th grade) and Wade (Kindergarten)—who keep her on her toes and always up for an adventure. By day, she’s a Senior Marketing Coordinator at a local design firm that helps shape the freeways crisscrossing the Valley. When she’s off the clock, you’ll find her glamping under the stars, fishing in the oceans or rivers, poolside with her crew, or cheering on her boys at the baseball field. Big fan of travel, spontaneous fun, and all things ASU—Go Devils!
Bailey Shoffman, Co-Treasurer
We’re excited to welcome Bailey to the board this year as Treasurer! She’s a proud mom of three boys—two of whom are currently at Patterson in 2nd grade and Kindergarten. By day, Bailey works full-time in pharmaceutical marketing, but her heart is in supporting Patterson and building community. She’s fueled by iced coffee, loves a good farmers market, and makes it a point to support small businesses whenever she can. When she’s not on conference calls or lending a hand at school, you’ll find her soaking up the Arizona sunshine with her family, taking a barre or dance class, or off on a new adventure somewhere in the Valley.
Key Patterson Committees
Our PTSO would not be what it is without these team members. They are all instrumental when it comes to pride days, teacher appreciation week and everything in-between.
Richard Baird
Brayden (6th Grade)
Allie (5th Grade)
Hospitality Liaison
Briana Tavernier
Ryan (4th Grade)
Braden (4th Grade)
Hospitality
Jessica McFall
Dallas (6th Grade)
Jovie (4th Grade)
Hospitality
Shana Reese
Carolyn (4th Grade)
Hospitality
Jenny McKee
Cora (3rd Grade)
Clara (Kindergarten)
Hospitality
Lacey Skousen
Raelynn (6th Grade)
Jack (2nd Grade)
Hospitality
Tiffany Stradling
Logan (5th Grade)
Karl (2nd Grade)
Pride Days
Jaime Seymour
Anatasia (6th Grade)
Pride Days
Nicole Canto
Easton (6th Grade)
Leo (2nd Grade)
Social Media | Digital Communication
Kylie Marsh
Florence (3rd Grade)
Ada (Kindergarten)
Print Communication
We are always looking for volunteers, committee chairs and input to help improve our school. See how you can get involved and contact us with any questions.
Upcoming Events & Key Dates
Patterson PTSO
Upcoming Events
Social events and fundraising events are a key piece of the PTSO. Check back often for an up-to-date listing of all Patterson PTSO events.
See the “official” GPS school calendar here.
Want to volunteer at an event?
See other volunteer opportunities.
Why we do what we do.
Our Patterson families are a KEY element to our success. The more involved the families are, the more successful the school is. We are thankful for all the items, time, and expertise you donate. The Patterson PTSO is here:
To help raise money for Patterson so we can provide facilities that we would not have been able to afford otherwise. This extra help means that our school can afford to provide students with learning opportunities and experiences that wouldn’t have been possible.
As Parents we want to be involved in our child’s education, we want all children to succeed. Being involved with the PTSO or being a board member provides parents with the tools to collectively influence the decisions that affect our children at their schools.
We welcome your involvement!!
Opportunities are abundant! From a single task to full committee leadership. The Patterson PTSO accomplishes a lot with a little and any donations of time, talents, funds, or support are welcome.
Time and Talents
We know our Patterson Family is full of so many talents. We welcome what you have to offer and are looking for support in some of the following specific areas:
Event planning and support (we love new themes)
Monthly flyer counting and classroom distribution
Donation requests from local business
Pride Days
Grant writing & review
Monthly bookkeeping
CPA for Non-Profit Tax Management
Landscaping for campus improvement projects
Please contact us to share your time and talents!
Event Coordination & Volunteers
Our events take a lot of time and effort in the coordination, preparation, and execution. If you would like to head an event or volunteer at an event, please contact us. Some annual opportunities include:
Parent/Son Event (Mid-September)
Pride Days (Quarterly per year)
Annual Holiday Store (Early December)
Breakfast with Santa (Early December)
Daughter/Parent Event (Early February)
Spring Carnival (End of April)
End of Year Ice Cream Social (Mid-May)
Classroom Projects
At times our staff have additional projects for funding. Check out this list of items our classrooms are currently in need of.
Something Else
Do you have other talents to offer? We have various needs around campus that may be the perfect fit for you.
There are many ways to get involved. Please reach out and we’ll find something that suits you.
📣 Half Day Dismissal Reminder!
Patterson Panthers will be dismissed at 11:55 AM
Please make arrangements to pick up your student on time. Thanks for your support! 💙🖤