Tracy Caruso

President

This is Tracy's 5th year serving on the PTA Board. She is mom of a 4th grader at Roosevelt, as well as an 8th grader.  Tracy is deeply committed to her kids' education and to the Roosevelt community. 

Kim Syltebo

Co-Vice President

Kim cares about our Roosevelt community and is excited to serve as Volunteer Coordinator this year.  She started volunteering with the PTA in 2024.  She has a 3rd Grader (Ollie) and a 1st Grader (Lucy).  Kim's husband Andy volunteers to coach Roosevelt's Bike Club in the spring.  They enjoy family bike rides, hiking, swimming, and cooking together.

Missy Asplund

Co-Vice President

Missy has a 5th grader (Maddy) and a 1st grader (Jayce) at Roosevelt. She loves being involved, whether it’s volunteering with the PTA, supporting teachers and staff, or helping families feel connected. Outside of school, she enjoys exploring Bellingham with her kids, hiking, traveling,  geocaching, and joining local community events. 

David Sadowsky

Treasurer

This is David’s 2nd year serving on the PTA Board as Treasurer and he's the parent of a 3rd grader at Roosevelt.

Emma Anderson

Secretary

Emma has a 3rd grader (Milo) and a Promise K student (Connor).  She loves getting to know the staff and families at Roosevelt through the PTA and is excited for another year full of fun events!  One of her favorite hobbies is spending time in her garden.

Jacob Robertson

Communications Chair

Jacob and his wife, Jessica, a Whatcom County native, chose to settle in Bellingham to be close to family and raise their two daughters here.  With one daughter at Roosevelt, Jacob loves being part of the school and the broader community they call home.

Aimee Pennell
Enrichment Chair

Aimee has a 1st grader (Charlie) at Roosevelt, and a 4 year old (Henry).  She loves being involved at school with the PTA and supporting teachers and staff.  Aimee is excited to assist the PTA, students, and families by organizing and running the after-school enrichment program.

Ashley Priest

Events Committee Chair

Ashley has a 5th grader (Peyton) and a 7th grader (Kennedy).  She loves working with and supporting the amazing students, families, and staff that make up that Roosevelt community!  Their family loves spending time on the nearby trails, camping, and reading!

Kimberly Power

Fundraising Committee Chair

Kimberly is a Bellingham native, married to Todd (a former Roosevelt Bear himself), mother to Grace (7th grade), Jojo (4th grade), and Rose (1st grade).  Kimberly is passionate about relationships and building a strong community.

Emma Dingus

Special Education Family Support & Advocacy Committee Chair

Emma has a 3rd grader (Anderson) and a 1st grader (Penny) at Roosevelt. She was born and raised in Bellingham and is excited to watch her kiddos grow up in this wonderful community. She is passionate about helping all families, especially those served in Special Education feel supported and connected here at Roosevelt.

Molly Bushen

Staff Appreciation Chair

Molly has a 3rd grader (Alva) and a 5th grader (Cooper) at Roosevelt. This is her second year on the board and she has been volunteering her time with the PTA since her kids started school. She loves helping others and spending time with her family.

Spread the word about PTA events by creating flyers and social media posts, connecting with front office staff for ParentSquare communication, and managing the Events Spotlight page on our PTA website.

Plan and organize our after-school enrichment classes, create and distribute flyers to families about current enrichment offerings, and act as back-up volunteer chaperones when needed.

Coordinate Family Fun events (open house, bedtime and books, dance party, end-of-the-year BBQ, etc).  Help to build and strengthen the Roosevelt community by bringing our families together to create fun memories at our school!

Identify fundraising opportunities, seek out sponsorships and donations, explore community partnerships, and help coordinate various fundraising events throughout the year.

Recruits candidates for elected positions (president, vice president, treasurer, secretary).  This essential committee, made up of 3 members and required by the Washington State PTA, supports our PTA’s success.  

Work as a point of contact to help provide school and community resources and accommodations for students. Help facilitate building connections and community for families served in special education.

Plan staff appreciation events throughout the school year as a way of saying "thank you!" to our wonderful Roosevelt staff.

Work with a local print shop and our school photographer, design the yearbook, and manage the distribution of the yearbook to Roosevelt students.