Parents and Families

The Arlington Tech Advisory Committee (ATAC) is a nonprofit association that serves the role of the PTA for Arlington Tech.  We elect officers annually.  ATAC’s purpose is to support our students to thrive and fosters community among students, teachers, and families. We are also dedicated to being strong advocates for our school! There are NO DUES required to be an ATAC member. All parents and caregivers are automatically opted in and you are voting members!

Upcoming 2026-2027

Meetings & Events – Check out our Calendar page for info on upcoming events and volunteer opportunities! All are welcome and encouraged to attend! Zoom links can be found on our Calendar page. Check back here soon for the new school year meeting schedule!

Volunteer and help this school year

From supporting club activities and school dances to helping to welcome new families, there are many ways to get involved. Please check out our ATAC Volunteer Interest Form and let us know how you’d like to help.

Arlington Tech Spirit Wear

The ATAC spirit wear store has closed for the 2025-2026 school year. Look out for new Arlington Tech, Governor’s STEM Academy  merch in the fall 2026!

 

 

 

No Frills Fundraiser

Our goal is to have 100% family participation by volunteering, donating or both! ATAC needs your help to fund 2026-27 activities including:

• Student activities, spiritwear, senior celebrations, teacher appreciation week, teacher wish lists, & more!

We have set a fundraising goal of $13,000 for this year’s No Frills Fundraiser in September in order to fund many of our activities this year.

Suggested donations is $25, $50, $100 or more. Whatever you can afford will be a valuable support to our students, staff and teachers.

There are many ways to donate: PayPal, Venmo, ApplePay, Credit Card, or Check (made out to “ATAC”)

		All Electronic Payments via QR Code:		Check:
				Made out to “ATAC”Send to school c/o ATAC or give to any ATAC officer

Bring checks to school for “ATAC” or mail to: Sam Haberlach, Treasurer, Arlington Tech Advisory Committee (ATAC), 816 S Walter Reed Drive, Arlington VA 22204.

Donations to ATAC are tax deductible. The Tax ID number is 82-3139345.

ATAC Officers

Below are the ATAC officers for the 2026-27 school year.  Feel free to contact them with questions or suggestions about ATAC.

• • Co-Chair Shayna Hadley, [email protected]
  • Co-Chair: Meredith Jaekel [email protected]
  • Vice Chair: Gloria Walker, [email protected]
  • Treasurer: Sam Haberlach, [email protected]
  • Secretary: Cal Cates, [email protected]

ATAC Volunteers

• Community Socials: Meredith Jaekel, [email protected]
• Teacher and Student Grants: Christy Vigfusson, [email protected] & Natalie Williamson, [email protected]
• Teacher Appreciation: Ashley Walsh, [email protected] & Gloria Walker, [email protected]
• Spirit Wear: Marisa Vertrees, [email protected] Meredith Jaekel, [email protected]
• Fundraising: Natalie Williamson, [email protected]
• Student Dance Decor Coordinator: Lori West, [email protected]
• Welcome Meet-Up: Ashley Walsh, [email protected]

Grade Level Liaisons

Below are the grade level liaisons for Arlington Tech parents.  Reach out with any grade-specific questions or ideas you may have.

• 9th grade (Class of 2030): Samantha Levine-Finley, [email protected]
• 10th grade (Class of 2029): Jena Kotler, [email protected]
• 11th grade (Class of 2028): Cara Marshall, [email protected]
• 12th grade (Class of 2027): Miranda Brannon, [email protected]