It is YOUR association.
The Home & School Association (H&S) is comprised of all parents, guardians, faculty members and staff of St. Dennis School. The Association is led by a board of parent volunteers that serve two-year terms. These parents lead the social and fundraising events that take place throughout the school year.
The H&S Association Board volunteers fill the following positions:
- President
- President-elect
- Treasurer
- Treasurer-elect
- Secretary
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Secretary-elect
H&S FORMS
2009-2010 Home & School Newsletters:
2009-2010 Meeting Minutes:
2009-2010 H&S Board:
 Jenny Turk
President
243-3253
jnjturk@sbcglobal.net |
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 Steve Daggett
Treasurer
221-4211
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 Mary Banovetz
Secretary
243-1276
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 Jason Westphal
President-Elect
839-3687
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 Jessica Feit
Secretary-Elect
663-9657
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Some items purchased through H&S Association fundraising efforts include:
- Computer/technology upgrades
- New playground structures
- School security system
- Musical instruments and software for our music curriculum
- Carpeting for several classrooms
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Stage curtains
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New digital camcorder to record school events
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New digital camera for school use
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New lunchroom table for the cafeteria
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Replacement of H2O fish tank in science lab
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New Scholastic book sets for Sister Marie's reading program
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New coffeemaker system (cost shared with Athletics and Knights of Columbus)
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Purchase of five LCD TVs, wall mounts and DVD players for classrooms
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Purchase of remaining five LCD TVs, wall mounts and DVD players for classrooms financed with Nolan family donation to St. Dennis School/Home & School Association
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Replacement of flooring in new 4K, first and second grade classrooms
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New microscopes and graduated cylinders for Science Lab
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H&S donation to help defray teacher costs to attend the 2009-2010 NCEA convention
Events H&S organizes and assists in are as follows, including all funds for enrichment activities:
- Fall Back-To-School Picnic
- Halloween Party
- Craft Day
- Catholic Schools Week
- Variety Show
- Field Day
- Kindergarten Graduation
- 8th Grade Graduation
- Middle School Event
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K-5 Event
In addition to the events that are sponsored by the H&S Association, H&S also contributes to the school in many other ways:
The H&S Association serves as the liaison between all those involved, and all are strongly encouraged to take part, especially by attending association meetings. These meetings are held three-to-four times per year and are open to all members of the association (that's everyone!).
Discussion topics include current events and school-related issues. Members may also use this forum to ask questions and share concerns. Free childcare is always provided. Watch your Wednesday envelope and the check back on the website calendars for meeting announcements.
Who's Who
Many parents, teachers and faculty have volunteered to assist in keeping the lines of communication open between the H&S Association and the classrooms; it's a big task! Thanks to all these volunteers! Here is a breakdown of “who's who” within H&S:
At Large Member: A parent volunteer who provides critical input to the board for decision-making and voting issues. At large members are expected to attend all scheduled board meetings and take part in H&S-sponsored events.
Class Representative: A parent volunteer representing a specific grade and serving as the liaison between the H&S board and the class he/she represents. H&S promotes and encourages open communication and feedback. Our class reps help this information flow smoothly from the classroom to the H&S board and back. Class reps also provide monthly updates that are featured in the H&S newsletter. Class reps are encouraged to attend monthly board meetings.
Team Leader: A parent volunteer serving as the primary contact and communicator for a specific H&S-sponsored event.
Event Planner: A parent volunteer serving on the planning team for a H&S-sponsored event.
Event Volunteer: A parent serving as a volunteer at a specific H&S-sponsored event.
If you would like to be a participant in any of these groups, please let us know.
At-Large Members
(To come following the September 2009 board meeting.)
Class Representatives (also listed on teacher bio pages)
Contact your class rep with any concerns or issues for the H&S board.
Fundraisers
H&S operates three fundraisers each year. The proceeds from these fundraisers establish the annual H&S budget and allow the H&S Association to sponsor more than 10 great events each year. The three fundraisers for the 2009-2010 school year are:
1. Magazine Sale: This is one of the longest-running and most profitable fundraisers. The proceeds from this sale determine a large portion of the annual H&S budget. Kickoff is early in the school year, and rewards and prizes are offered for many levels of success! For the 2009-10 school year, contact Lora Evans,
lora.r.evans@gmail.com or 577-9268 for information regarding this fundraiser. Also see info
here.
2. Market Day: Great food and great prices without the hassle of supermarket traffic or long lines. Market Day is an important fundraiser for the school and services the entire community. Purchase online at www.marketday.com or with the forms in your Wednesday envelopes. Contact Martie Cody, 224-1132 or martiecody@charter.net for ordering information, volunteer opportunities or other details about Market Day.
3. Trivia “Knight:” Fun, fun, fun! Spend an evening with friends and family, share tons of laughs and test your knowledge of all things trivial – sports, movies, religion, history and music (including live performances by some of our very own faculty and staff!) This event was introduced in 2008 to rave reviews!