Learn more about the Sprague PTO and the Board
Current and Open roles for 2026-2027 (Open positions highlighted in yellow)
Email presidents@spragueschoolpto.com to for additional information
President: Julie Covino-Vogel
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Strategic oversight of all PTO programming and budgeting, liaison between Principal and PTO volunteers, facilitate Board meetings, representing Sprague at town-wide PTO meetings.
Vice-President: Jill Merewitz
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Works closely with the president to support the PTO. Ideally this role will transition into a 1 year President role for the 2027-2028 school year.
Treasurers: Mary Durkin & Kelsey Morgan
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Responsible for Sprague PTO finances, including vendor invoicing/payments, reimbursements, tax preparation, updates to the Board, annual fund and budget support.
Secretary: Melissa Lacey
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Responsible for recording and disseminating PTO meeting notes.
Communications: Reese Greenberg
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Produce weekly publication of Sprague Pulse and PTO e-blasts. (30 mins a week all online work)
This role could be shared with one volunteer taking on September - December and the other January - June.
Advisor to Board: Lauren Sargent
Support the President and Vice President in duties throughout the year.
IT Manager: Mike McDevitt
Admin for Google Workspace and Wix website accounts
Creative Arts & Sciences: Taryn Arthurs & Elizabeth Lange
Coordinate school-wide and grade-specific programs that support the curriculum, welcoming performers, scientists and authors into the school (ongoing September to June).
Staff Appreciation Team: Carolyn Kornwitz and Casey Warren
Coordinate all staff appreciation events at Sprague. This includes Staff appreciation week (daily lunches, ice cream parties, breakfasts etc.) special monthly celebrations and any event to show our love for our teachers and staff!
Social Events
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New sub committees
In School Events Chairs: Lara Bruno (ex: Fall Fest, End of School Dance)
Out of School Events Chairs :Sarah Follansbee & Ariane Misialek, (ex:BINGO, skating, tubing etc)
Community Events Chairs Liz Burch and Jamie Brown (ex: Mom and Dads Night Out, Bocce and Mahjong)
If you would like to be on the social committee volunteer list please let us know!
In need of committee members for all events!
Social Media Chair: Stephanie Hayes
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Manages Sprague's social media channels, including content creation, event promotion, spirit-building.
Fundraising Co-Chairs: Ariane Misialek, Sarah Follansbee
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This position focuses on partnering with organizations who donate back a portion of sales to the Sprague PTO.
Yearbook Coordinators: Julie Covino-Vogel, John Agudelo, Melissa McGill
Oversees yearbook creation. Collects photos for yearbook pages, coordinates class photos and review of pages with teachers. Recruits 5th grade parent volunteers to assist in the creation of 5th grade pages.
METCO Liaison: Kasia Schwarzman
Manage Sprague’s “Family Friend” program that pairs each of our Boston METCO students with a Wellesley student to support strong relationships and connections. Liaise with school adjustment counselor and WPS METCO leadership to support programming.
Sprague Cares Chair: Jill Merewitz
This position is responsible for overseeing Sprague's Cares Program, which helps build community through families helping families. In addition to liaising with our school's social worker, this individual will also coordinate with other WPS Cares Chairs to ensure consistency across the district to provide support to families in need. Learn more.
New Family Welcome Team:: Leah Cinelli (new role for 2026-2027)
The goal of this team is to welcome new families (Grade 1 - 5) to the Sprague Community, provide direction, and be an active support person as each new family navigates their new school.
If you would like to be on the Welcome Team and be paired with a family in your grade please let us know!
WelcomeTeam@Spragueschoolpto.com
1 OPEN POSITION – 2026 - 2027
SEPAC Rep: (previously Elyssa Benedikt)
The Wellesley Special Education Parents and Advisory Council (PAC) is a district-wide, independent organization of parents and caregivers of children in Wellesley who learn differently. The Sprague representative provides a voice for our school at the PAC monthly meetings. (one hour meeting per month, September - June) Learn more.
Wait Until 8th: Allie Baker
This position will liaise between the Wait Until 8th organization and the Sprague community and organize Pledge drives to increase Sprague participation. This individual will work closely with presidents, communications, and other WPS PTOs on event content and serve as a guide for Wait Until 8th grade representatives.
Spiritwear Chair: Steve Bruno
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Procures Sprague Spirit gear for sale at school events and distributes order to parents.
Garden Masters/ Green Team: Lauren & AJ Grignaffini-Morris
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Coordinates Sprague Garden maintenance, including clean-ups, planting, and harvesting. Coordinates with Sprague staff to implement environmentally-friendly programs and processes. Learn more.
Auction/Raffle Committee Chairs: next auction will be Spring of 2028
Manage the planning of the biennial Sprague Auction or Online Raffle.
Walk-to-School Coordinators: Ezra Englebardt & Alex Baker
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Oversees all logistics for monthly Walk/Ride-to-School days, including volunteer recruitment, event set-up and breakdown. Learn more.
Book Fair Coordinators: Liz Cheron, Hadley Stephens and Kristen Padulsky
Plans book fairs - selecting vendor, organizing volunteers.
Sprague Ski Weekend Coordinator: Lara Bruno (new 2026 - 2027)
Secure date and location. Share details with community on Sprague Family Ski Weekend.
5th Grade Committee Leads: Hadley Stephens and Alexandra Spicer (2026-2027)
Open to all 5th grade parents to participate in planning events for a special final year at Sprague
If you would like to be part of the 5th grade committee please email presidents@spragueschoolpto.com
There’s something for everyone when it comes to volunteering! You don’t have to chair a committee or make a huge time commitment—whether you have one hour, a few hours, or 12, your help makes a difference. Please email presidents@spragueschoolpto.com for more information!