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DUPAGE COUNTY, Ill. - A former Parent Teacher Organization treasurer in suburban Chicago is facing felony charges after allegedly taking more than $13,000 from the school group.
What we know:
Amanda Piasecki, the former treasurer of the Goodrich Elementary School PTO in southwest suburban Woodridge, has been charged with theft, including one count involving $10,000 to $100,000 and another involving $500 to $10,000.
Amanda Piasecki
Prosecutors said Piasecki had access to PTO funds through her role and is accused of taking about $13,062.97 between May 2024 and September 2025.
She turned herself in at the DuPage County Jail early Thursday and was later released after appearing in court, as the charges are non-detainable.
What they're saying:
"Through her alleged actions, Ms. Piasecki abused the trust placed in her by the Goodrich Elementary School PTO for her own personal gain," DuPage County State’s Attorney Bob Berlin said in a statement.
"This money, approximately $13,000, was intended to be used for the benefit of the children of the school, not for Ms. Piasecki’s personal use, as is alleged in this case. If the allegations in this case are proven true, Ms. Piasecki treated the PTO as her own personal fundraiser and in doing so, lined her own pockets while depriving the Goodrich Elementary School PTO of much-needed funding."
Woodridge Police Chief Tom Stefanson added, "This case involved funds that were intended to support students and school programs, which makes it especially disappointing for everyone impacted."
The Goodrich PTO Board issued the following statement.
"The Goodrich PTO has been advised of these charges against a former PTO board member. This individual no longer has access to PTO finances, and the Board will continue to cooperate fully with authorities. We remain committed to transparency, accountability, and the continued support of our school community. While this matter is under legal review, the PTO and its board will have no further comment at this time."
What's next:
Piasecki, 39, is due back in court on Monday.
The Source: The information in this story came from the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office and the Woodridge Police Department.