Home School Association
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Welcome
to St. Peter’s 2008-2009 Executive Board
Presidents:
Mark and Michelle Gabriele Here are some Frequently Asked Questions about H.S.A. |
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What is Home and School Association (H.S.A)? |
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Our H.S.A. is the parent organization
of our school family. We are an active group
that works hand in hand with the school and parish
administration, faculty, and students to continue to grow
and enhance the programs offered here at St. Peter’s R.C.
School, as well as provide the “little extras” that make our
school environment so great. Our H.S.A. supports
interscholastic programs, athletic programs, as well as
other activities, such as Santa’s Secret Workshop and the
Catholic School’s week Pancake Breakfast. We are
also the fundraising arm of the school, with four major
fundraisers held throughout the year. |
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Who participates in H.S.A.? |
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How often do you meet? |
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Meetings are held monthly during the school year, generally the second week of the month. As parents’ and students’ schedules are often jam-packed, with certain nights of the week committed to other activities, we will try this year to schedule meetings on alternate weeknights to offer parents the opportunity to attend if a particular night is generally difficult for them. Meetings generally begin at 6:30 p.m., and include briefings from our pastor, principal, officers and chair people present. New business is always welcome and many opportunities for our school have resulted from the discussions and topics addressed at these meetings. Baby-sitting is available during the
meetings for a nominal fee of $2/child. |
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| What are the fundraisers and where does the money raised go? | ||||||||
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Our H.S.A. holds five major fundraisers
during the course of the school year: Cookie Dough Sale (September-October) |
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Cash Raffle (Sales begins in December. Early Bird mid-February, March event.
Gift Gala
(March 7, 2009, preparations are on-going throughout
the year) Easter Candy Sale (Orders taken mid-January through early February, with delivery in March) Tops Gift Cards (On-going) Proceeds raised from these events and sales goes directly back to our school and students. H.S.A. supports many of the extracurricular programs and events in the school, including sports programs, teacher recognitions, Hope Day (for 7th and 8th graders), as well as provides supplemental assistance to our school for such needs as new technology, emergency lighting, books, building maintenance, etc. . . Strong support of these fundraisers is imperative as the money raised not only provides for these extras, but helps to keep tuition from rising beyond the scheduled rate. Fundraising is mandated. Each family is obligated
to raise a minimum of $450 dollars through the above listed
fundraisers, plus donate a gift equal or greater in value to
$50 for the Gift Gala. Families are updated throughout the
year as to their progress in reaching their fundraising
goals. Those choosing not to fundraise may opt
for a "buy-out" of $550 due in October. |
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Who leads the H.S.A.? |
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Our H.S.A. leadership is comprised of the following parent volunteers: Co-Presidents Co-Vice President (will become co-presidents the following year) Treasurer Secretary Delegates (2) The remainder of the executive board is comprised of the: Parish Pastor School Principal Faculty Delegate Please feel free to contact any of
these officers if you have questions or concerns regarding
H.S.A. or the school in general. |
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Who is eligible for the Executive Board? |
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Any parent may be nominated and run for election for the following H.S.A. offices: Co-Vice Presidents Treasurer Secretary Delegates (2) Nominations for these offices are accepted throughout April. Elections are held at the May monthly meeting, with installation of officers at our final H.S.A meeting in June. Again, IF YOU’RE A ST. PETER’S SCHOOL PARENT, YOU ARE ALREADY A MEMBER OF H.S.A.!!!! Please join us this year. |
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If you’re a St. Peter’s school parent,
you’re already a member! Our organization’s
success depends on the participation of ALL parents in our
school. Your presence is most welcome at any and
all school events, monthly meetings, and fundraising
activities. Bottom line is---WE NEED YOU.
Please come to our meetings, take part in activities, be
part of the fun. Remember, whatever you can do for our
H.S.A. will be reflected the quality of education that your
child receives at St. Peters.