Vista Ridge High School PTSA News
Vol. 24 • No. 4 • October 19th, 2026

Welcome to Issue 4 of the VRHS PTSA Newsletter!
A Busy Week at Vista Ridge
It’s a busy week at Vista Ridge PTSA! Our Staff Luncheon is this Thursday, November 12, and we still have a couple of volunteer spots open. If you can help, please sign up and join us in making our staff feel appreciated.
As we recognize the veterans in our community, we want to thank each of you for your service and sacrifice. We are grateful for you and proud to honor you.
Together. We Rise.
Your VRHS PTSA Board
Meet Your 2026-2027 PTSA Executive Board
Paul Furiani
President
Laura Furiani
VP of Membership
Samantha Whalen
VP of Programs
Mariela Moya
VP of Communications
Patricia Steed
Treasurer
Bethany Burnham
Secretary
Help Shape What’s Next at Vista Ridge
Have an idea that could make a difference for Vista Ridge students and staff? Join the VRHS PTSA and help bring it to life. We have open executive positions for parents and faculty, plus chair roles, some open to students, too.
Whether you’d like to get involved now or next school year, we’d love to hear from you. Email president@vrhs-ptsa.orgto learn more and find a role that’s right for you.
Texas PTA confirmed that Vista Ridge PTSA earned the Head Start Membership Award, and our badge has arrived! Thank you to everyone who joined and helped us earn this recognition. We’re proud to celebrate with our Vista Ridge community!
Come Be Part of Our Ranger PTSA!
Thanks to our Ranger families, we earned the Texas PTA Head Start Membership Award! We’d love to welcome more families this November.
Join in two minutes, or invite a friend if you’re already a member! Just by joining, you help fund student scholarships, celebrate our staff, and support school programs. No meetings or volunteering required.
Let's celebrate our amazing teachers and staff on their special day! Don't forget to wish your favorite teacher or staff member a Happy Birthday! Want to make their day even sweeter? Click below to check out their Favorites List and find a little something they'll love!
Marsha Bucanek
Nurse
Nov 10
Sara Butler
English I, Advanced English i
Nov 12
Kylie Douglas
Student Engagement Specialist
Nov 15
Our Staff Thanksgiving Feast is this Thursday, November 12! Thank you to everyone who signed up to help us treat our teachers and staff to a special lunch. A couple of spots are still open for Thursday, so there’s still time to sign up and join us!
Our next volunteer opportunity is the Staff Chili Cook-Off on December 15. Sign up to bring a side, drinks, or dessert, or help serve!
Sara Butler
English I, Advanced English I
Rhonda Christman
Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Microbiology, AP Research
Stephanie Ellis
Advanced Spanish II, Spanish III
Ivy Williams
Engineering
Rhonda Christman
Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Microbiology, AP Research
Stephanie Ellis
Advanced Spanish II, Spanish III
Amber Funderburgh
English I, Advanced English I
Jacob Hoffman
AP Biology, Advanced Bio, Scientific Research & Design
Nicole Mize
English I, Advanced English I
Want to brighten a Vista Ridge teacher or staff member’s day? Take a peek at their wish lists and pick an item they can use. It ships right to them, so you can help in just a few clicks!
Stay Connected with Your Ranger Community!
Have you had a chance to check out our new PTSA website? It's where you'll find upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, staff wish lists, membership, newsletters, and more!
Help us spread the word! Share our new website and social media pages with your Ranger friends and families.The more families we reach, the more we can come together to support our school!
Visit Our Website: https://vrhs-ptsa.org/