2026-2027 AUDUBON PTSA BOARD
The Audubon PTSA Board is a group of elected volunteers (called officers) who have oversight and accountability for the PTSA's programs and budget. Please take a moment to read the short biographies of each of our talented and hardworking board members.
For the description of responsibilities under each position, visit Leadership Descriptions.
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Meredith Rivin, President communications@audubonptsa.org
Meredith is serving her fifth year on the Audubon PTSA Board, and her second year as President. She is originally from southern California, but has lived in Redmond with her family since 2015. She has a son, Oliver, in 6th grade (Stella School) and a daughter, Emily, in 2nd Grade. In her other life, she works as a paleontologist and works with the Burke Museum in Seattle. She also enjoys drinking coffee, gardening, and spending time outdoors. Serving on the Audubon PTSA has been extremely rewarding, and she values getting to know the students and staff at Audubon so well!
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Sarah Rafuse, Secretary Sarah, mom of Beck (5th grade), is excited to serve on the PTSA board for her 2nd year, her third as Secretary. A lifelong Washington resident, Sarah has lived in Redmond with her husband Jeff since 2011. Outside of PTSA, she works for as an Employee Benefit Consultant and enjoys traveling, wine, reading, and spending time with friends and family. Sarah is eager to help foster a sense of community and belonging throughout the Audubon community for the 2026-2027 school year. Go Owls!
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Andrea Turnbull, Treasurer
Andrea is a stay-at-home mom to Alexis (8th grade, Rose Hill) and Quinn (5th grade). She is a Pacific Northwest native and was formerly a structural engineer. As a volunteer, Andrea is happy helping around the classroom and teaching art docent lessons. When not driving her kids to various activities and otherwise momming, Andrea enjoys reading, music, and gardening.
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OPEN, VP Communications communications@audubonptsa.org
We are still searching for help with communications. The Vice President of Communications oversees the Audubon PTSA newsletter (eNews), the PTSA website, social media, Audubon PTSA email accounts, Google Drive, and the annual student directory. This is a great role for someone who likes flexibility to work from home, is creative, and has good ideas for bringing the community together! All training in our easy-to-use platform is provided. Email president@audubonptsa.org to volunteer.
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OPEN, VP School Services school.services@audubonptsa.org
If your love language is Acts of Service, this is the role for you! The VP of School Services is responsible for managing services that directly benefit our school community and may include recruiting chairs for Emergency Preparation, Hearing and Vision, Morning Valets, Staff Appreciation, Student Photos, Yearbook, and Kindergarten Registration. In addition, they serve as a Special Needs Liaison with the school counselor. This is a vital role that will connect you with Audubon in many important ways. Email president@audubonptsa.org to volunteer.
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Adriana Balderas, VP Events
Adriana Balderas, mom of Luis (3rd grade), is excited to serve her first year on the Audubon PTSA Board as VP of Events. Originally from Mexico, Adriana is currently on an extended sabbatical after a career in privacy and compliance. She has loved volunteering as a room parent and Art Docent, and helping make the Science Fair and Cultural Night happen last year. Adriana is looking forward to creating joyful, inclusive, and memorable events for all Audubon families.
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OPEN, VP Fundraising
Help needed! The VP of Fundraising is responsible for organizing both fundraising school events and more discreet fundraising activities to support the PTSA. They oversee Fundraising Drives, Redmond SchoolPool, and Grant Writing. This mainly culminates in our annual fall fundraiser. Email president@audubonptsa.org to volunteer.
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OPEN, VP Outreach
If you are looking for ways to connect, volunteer in Outreach today! The VP of Outreach provides opportunities for families to come together and feel involved and welcome in the school community and runs our membership drives. The goal of Outreach is to ensure the Audubon PTSA represents the makeup and needs of our diverse community. Email president@audubonptsa.org to volunteer.
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Rotem Nimni, VP Enrichment
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