Every contribution of time, money, and energy to our Milwaukee German Immersion School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) supports the continued success of the PTA, MGIS teachers, and students.
The MGIS PTA is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that conforms with the purposes and guidelines established by the National PTA. Your MGIS PTA is a membership-driven public charity comprised of MGIS staff and families committed to furthering the national organization’s mission to help all children reach their full potential. In fact, MGIS is home to one of Wisconsin’s largest PTA chapters.
- Review virtual meeting dates and times, pay annual dues, and more at the PTA Member Hub.
- Help MGIS PTA raise funds through instant rebates from local retailers who want to support schools with the Scrip Fundraising Program.
Member FAQ
Learn why your PTA membership matters to MGIS and how to get involved if you’re not already a member or volunteer.
Why should you join the MGIS PTA?
Your MGIS PTA provides funds for and/or assistance with school programs.
- $9,000: Reduces the cost of school field trips
- $6,300: Provides books to all students through Reading is Fundamental
- $2,500: Upgrades to MGIS technology
Your MGIS PTA hosts popular family events:
- Coffee with the Principal
- Grill Fest
- Laternennacht
- Multicultural Night
- PTA Fun Run
- Rollschuhabend
- STEAM Night
- Community service events like mitten drives and book swaps
What does an MGIS PTA membership mean to you?
How can you join the MGIS PTA?
You can register as an individual or business member and pay annual dues on the MGIS PTA Member Hub.
- $6 for an individual membership
- $25 for business membership
Why is my lawn covered in gnomes or ladybugs?
Our bug/gnome fundraiser helps the MGIS Green Team maintain and expand the schoolyard’s environmental and educational assets. You can contact Green Team coordinator and MGIS teacher Jennifer Tomkalski (felsinja@milwaukee.k12.wi.us) for more information or see below.
- Complete this form, contribute $40 through the PTA Member Hub, and your friend, family, or neighbor’s yard will be covered in reusable ladybug or gnome decorations—your choice.
- Apartments, businesses, and addresses outside Milwaukee County cannot be bugged or gnomed.
- Decorations are removed and relocated to another lawn within three days.
PTA Board
Do you have questions or suggestions for the MGIS PTA? Please share them at mgisptamke@gmail.com; we would love to hear from you.
- James Ganley, president
- Traci McKean, immediate past president
- Adrianne Beck, secretary
- Megan Smith, treasurer
- Olivia Hordyk, vice president of appreciation & enrichment
- Julie Judkins, vice president of fundraising
- Rachael Sieminski, vice president events and volunteers
- Shannon Popp, vice president of membership