About the PTA

WELCOME GATOR FAMILIES!

Welcome to the 2026-27 school year! We’re excited to welcome both returning families and those joining our school community for the first time. 

The PTA is a group of parents, teachers, and staff who work together to help make our school an engaging, supportive, and enriching place for every student. Throughout the year, you’ll see us helping to organize events, support teachers and classrooms, provide enrichment opportunities, celebrate our students, and strengthen the connections that make ARES such a special community.

Whether you have time to volunteer regularly, help occasionally, attend events, or simply stay informed, there is a place for everyone in the PTA. Every contribution—big or small—makes a meaningful difference for our students, staff, and school.

We encourage you to join the PTA, stay connected through our newsletters and social media, and reach out with any questions or ideas.

We look forward to partnering with you and making the 2026–2027 school year a wonderful one for all of our Gators!

The ARES PTA Board
Supporting, Connecting, and Inspiring Our School Community

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WHAT DOES THE PTA DO?

Through family events, volunteer opportunities, teacher support, and fundraising efforts, the PTA helps create enriching experiences that make ARES a great place to learn and grow. Whether you volunteer often, help from home, or simply stay informed, there’s a place for everyone in the ARES PTA!

Support. Connect. Inspire. Make an Impact. 🐊💚💙💛

ARES Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The Alston Ridge Elementary School Parent Teacher Association (ARES PTA) is a local chapter of the National PTA, NC PTA, and Wake PTA. It is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, comprised of families, students, teachers, staff, and administrators who work together for the success of all children.

The mission of the ARES PTA is to build a community at Alston Ridge between teachers, parents, and students by:

  • Supporting our teachers
  • Engaging the community
  • Empowering families, and
  • Creating opportunities to enhance students’ learning experience.