Annual PTA Founders Day Celebration

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

 Celebration at the Pleasanton Unified School District Office

Each year on Founders Day, the Pleasanton PTA Council gathers our community to celebrate the spirit of service that strengthens our schools and uplifts our children. A cherished part of this annual tradition is the presentation of Honorary Service Awards, recognizing individuals and organizations whose dedication has made a meaningful difference in the lives of children and youth. In their honor, the Council makes a donation to the scholarship fund of the California State PTA—ensuring that their impact extends beyond our local community and supports students across the state.

Please join the Pleasanton PTA Council as we celebrate this legacy of leadership, generosity, and commitment to our schools and children. 

Date:    Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Time:   06:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Place:  Pleasanton Unified School District Office

            5758 W. Las Positas Blvd, Pleasanton, CA 94588

Note: Please RSVP for each person attending through this form: Founder's day RSVP.

Cost:    $35 per person

Please make payments through the PTA remittance form. 

For any questions please contact Executive Vice President, Nishtha Patel. 

Recipients of Honorary Service Awards

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

Susan Han

Robin Dias-Magnano

Katie Brunner

2019

Lars Ho-Tseung

Brenda Montgomery

Sandy Piderit

2018

Regina Stoops

2017

Susana Lopez-Krulevitch

Laurie Walker-Whiteland

2016

Steve Maher (Golden Oak Award)

2015

Kelly French

Rosa Isela Torre

2014

Diane Van Wagner

2013

Debi Covello

2012

Parvin Ahmadi

John Clatworthy

2011

Carl and Marilyn Palowitch

Glen Sparks (Very Special Person Award)

2010

John Casey (Golden Oak Award)

Joan Laursen

Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation (PPIE)-Debi Covello accepting

2009

Lynn Gatehouse

Jamie Hintzke

Pleasanton Schools Educational Enrichment Foundation (PSEE)-Denise Watkins accepting 

2008

Erika Ben

Sally Dickinson

Sandra Lepley

2007

Debbie Look

Ken Mano

Suzanne Young

2006

Jim Hansen

Vicky Reinke (Golden Oak Award)

2005

Jill Buck

Jerri Long

Tanya Ludden

2004

John Casey

Juanita Haugen