Meet Our Board
Ericka Davies , President
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I’m a former elementary school teacher and a mom of two. These days professionally I work in franchising and enjoy the work-life balance that remote work affords me.
My youngest is in 4th grade this school year, and this is my third year at ARMS as I now have a 8th grader. I have served as the PTA reflections chair, cultural arts chair, advocacy chair, and secretary between the two PTA boards that I have been a member of in the past. This is my first time being president. I love being able to see the smiles on the faces of kids and teachers alike as they enjoy each assembly and artist in residence. I love having fun events with ice cream, popcorn, cotton candy, and inflatables. I love seeing students receive awards and recognition, such as during Reflections. Finally, I love recognizing the hard work that the teachers, administration, and staff members of our public schools do all year long, a lot of which we don't see but we know that our students benefit from.
We’re originally from NY and have enjoyed living in NC the last 7+ years. I love coffee and my family. I’m excited to serve with the ARMS PTSA this year and eager to learn all the new things!
TBD, Vice President of Operations
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Come join the PTSA board, we have a spot for you!
Prathyusha Dukkipati, Vice President of Community Activities​​
Sarah Leehr, PTSA Treasurer
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​I’m excited to join the ARMS PTSA as Treasurer! I have a 7th grader on Track 3 (Violet) and she loves middle school life so far. I’m technically a licensed attorney but have been a professional mama and volunteer in recent years. I love being involved with PTSA because it gives me a window into my daughter’s life at school and a chance to show my appreciation to the teachers and staff that are guiding her along the way. In my spare time I enjoy reading, Hurricanes hockey, making messes (a.k.a. crafting) and petting every dog I meet.
Scott Pratt, Member At Large and Fundraising
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My name is Scott Pratt and I am a native of Cary. I have enjoyed how much the town has changed and all of the new people I have met. I have one son at Alston Ridge this year: Holden (8th grade). I have been impressed with all of the things the PTSA does each year and wanted to contribute by becoming a member-at-large.
I graduated from NC State and am a mechanical engineer at a local engineering consulting firm. In my free time I like to travel with my family, workout, watch Red Sox games, and drink bourbon. Looking forward to a great new school year and meeting more parents and facility members.
Ashley Arnold, Member At Large and Membership
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Hi! My name is Ashley Arnold and I will be member at large this year.
I am just easing into the middle school scene this year as my oldest child is a seventh grader 7–1. I have two younger children in fifth grade and second grade this year.
In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, exercising, and helping my husband run his eat drink deals website!
Erin Simmons, Spirit Wear
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I have a seventh grader at ARMS with two more on the way in the next few years. First year helping out ARMS PTSA, but looking forward to getting more involved.
Sophie Bullock, Audit
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Hi, I'm Sophie and the ARMS PTSA Audit Chair. I am a 7-2 parent (Lexie). I am a scientist and spent many years working in the lab as a cancer researcher. I transitioned into the world of scientific/medical communications many years ago. When I'm not busy with my day job and the PTSA, you can find me running the local greenways and trails training for my next race, hiking, traveling, gardening, cooking, or spending time with my family. ​
Wendy Cho, Nominating
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My name is Wendy and I’ll be serving as the PTSA Nominating chair. My daughter is a 8th grader on Track 3 and my two sons are ARMS Alumni and attend Green Hope High School.
After growing up in Western New York, I have lived in the Triangle area for nearly 30 years and am thrilled Wegmans is now here too. My background is in bookkeeping, web design and computer science. Outside of work and school, my family enjoys sports, boba tea and road trips.
Being new to the Board, I am looking forward to serving and getting connected to the families, students and staff at Alston Ridge Middle School!
Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not.
Dr. Seuss
