SPS Parents Association (SPA)

St. Patrick's Parent Association

On behalf of the Parent Association (S.P.A.), we are delighted to welcome you to the Saint Patrick’s School Family. The S.P.A. is a dedicated group of parents who are actively involved in the life of our school and are committed to making our children’s educational experience the best it can be. The S.P.A. not only encourages the exchange of ideas between parents and the school’s administration, but also offers a link to Saint Patrick’s in various social settings. 
 
We hold several general meetings throughout the school year and invite all parents to attend. These sessions offer an opportunity for parents to collaborate on programs at the school, become informed of current events and upcoming activities and join in our on-going fundraising efforts. In addition to sharing ideas and resources, S.P.A. members vote on matters that influence our children and their experience at St. Patrick’s. 
 
The S.P.A. also provides and enhances many programs, activities and services that directly benefit the students and school. In addition, throughout the course of the year, the S.P.A. sponsors a number of family and school spirit events. These functions are not only fun for the students and their families, but also encourage the development of friendships and close bonds. We also have Ambassador Families to assist in transitioning and welcoming new families to Saint Patrick’s School.
 
We are proud of the contributions that the Parent Association makes to enhance the quality of education our children receive, as well as their overall individual school experience. One of the many benefits of attending Saint Patrick’s, and what we feel sets us apart from other schools, is the interaction and cooperation between parents and the school administration. We all work together to in the best interests of our children.
 
In closing, we welcome you to the Saint Patrick’s School family and wish you and your child a rewarding experience for the upcoming school year. We hope that you will choose to join us and participate in our exciting events throughout the course of the year. 
 
May God bless you all and our special school!

To volunteer, please contact our SPA Board @ [email protected]. 

Class Parents

At the beginning of each school year, outreach and information is sent to all families for two or three parents in each grade to help out as class parents. Responsibilities include being a primary source of communication between the parent and the S.P.A., attending S.P.A. general meetings (about four or five a year), assisting teachers with class parties or special events, attending class trips, collecting and managing class dues, etc. It is a fun and rewarding way to be more involved in the school. Class Parents receive a full orientation, prepared information and templates to use when corresponding with parents, as well as continued support throughout the year from the Head Class Parents. The term is usually one year.

Head Class Parents

Head Class Parents are responsible for coordinating information, communications, and updates to all the Class Parent volunteers. Head Class Parents are responsible for receiving and reviewing Class Parent request forms and also assigning Class Parents to each class at the beginning of the school year. They provide a full orientation to all Class Parents, act as a resources for Class Parents and prepare/update information and templates of correspondence, which class parent use throughout the year. They are also required to attend S.P.A. general meetings and be a primary contact between the school, S.P.A. and all Class Parents. The term is usually two years. 

Membership to the Parent Association (S.P.A.)

As a family of St. Patrick’s School, you are a part of our S.P.A. and we urge you to become an active member. We encourage you to volunteer for the various S.P.A. events throughout the course of the year. Volunteering is not only an opportunity for you to become involved in your child’s educational experience at St. Patrick’s, but it will also allow you to develop relationships with other parents and families.
 
Several General Membership Meetings are held throughout the school year. Please refer to the school calendar for the dates and times. These meetings offer an opportunity for you to become informed of current events, upcoming activities and speak with fellow parents. In addition to sharing ideas and resources, as parents and members of the S.P.A. you will be asked to vote on matters that influence our children and their experience at St. Patrick’s School. This year, we are happy to offer babysitting, homework help and quiet games for students while you are attending the meeting.