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  CATHEDRAL SCHOOL PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION (CASPA)

| Meetings | Activities | CASPA Board Positions | CASPA Committee Positions |
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View the Dr. Sachs Power Point Presentation: "Whose Homework is it Anyway?" that was shown at the CASPA Casual Coffee (11-13-2008)
 
Volunteer for the 2010-2011 School Year!

Our outstanding, dedicated Parents Association consists of volunteer parents who plan a variety of cultural, social, athletic and fundraising activities. These events provide opportunities for the parents to fully participate and enjoy the strong school community spirit. The Cathedral Ball, a long-standing Baltimore tradition, is CASPA's major fundraiser. The Ball proceeds provide vital school enhancements.

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The Cathedral School Parents Association (CASPA) is designed to be responsive to the needs of the School of the Cathedral and its parent members.  CASPA is one of the most active parent-teacher associations in the Baltimore area. When general meetings are held, at least one parent of each family is required to attend.  

CASPA publishes the Family Handbook/Directory annually in the hope that it will be used frequently by all members of the School community and to further CASPA’s goal of establishing a closer bond among its members. A list of the CASPA Board members is included in this directory. Please feel free to call the CASPA President, any officer of the CASPA Board, or a Committee chair whenever there is a question, problem, or suggestion. 

CASPA’s most important function is one of fund-raising for the benefit of the School of the Cathedral. The Cathedral Ball is CASPA’S major fund-raiser. The proceeds from this event directly benefit the students and the school. In recent years, the funds raised have been used for the enhancement of the facility and the purchase of additional technology, most specifically, SmartBoards for each classroom in grades MWP through 8 and new iMacs for the Computer Lab.

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  A.  CASPA General Meetings: 2010-2011 School Year
all meetings are for parents only and are at 7 pm at the parish center.

          September 7 - Back-to-School Night for Grades 5, 6, 7, and 8
          September 8 - Back-to-School Night for Grades 2, 3, and 4
          September 14 - Back-to-School Night for MWP and Grade 1

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  B.  Activities Sponsored by CASPA
  Opening Day Coffee: Held on the first day of school to welcome new friends and catch up with old ones.
  New Parent/Student Buddy Program: Families welcome incoming students over the summer months and provide ongoing assistance to new families throughout the school year.
  Class Cocktail Parties: These parties offer opportunities for parents to meet one another at grade-level gatherings early in the school year.
  Faculty Treat: Lunch is provided for the faculty and staff at special times during the year.
  Soccer Family Fun Day: This is a great day for the whole family, featuring parent-child soccer games and soccer team photos.
Casual Coffees: These social gatherings are held throughout the school year at 8 a.m. in the Parish Center and include a featured speaker on a topic of interest.
  Bake Sales: Every month a specified grade holds a Bake Sale. All baked goods are donated and sold to the children at a nominal fee. The proceeds are returned to the homeroom teachers for class decorations, party supplies, etc.
  Pottery Night: New social event last year that was an immediate sell-out! Lots of fun for the children and their parents.
  Christmas Bonus Fund: A monetary bonus is given to the faculty each Christmas. In November, you will receive a letter requesting your generous donation to this fund. (Please note- collections for individual teacher "group gifts" are not permitted.)
  Baltimore Blast Night: A family social event at a Baltimore Blast professional soccer game.
  Family Ice Skate: A fun family social event held at a local ice rink.
  Art Appreciation: Twice a year, volunteer parents lead a special art project in each class relating to the social studies curriculum. This is a wonderful learning opportunity for both the children and parents. No art background required. 
  Cathedral Ball: A long-standing Baltimore tradition. It is the fund-raiser of the year. It is an exciting evening of dinner, dancing and entertainment, including a silent auction, a raffle and much, much more. 
  Cardinal Cup & Fun Run: This 5K Run/Walk is held the morning of the Ball. It benefits our sister school, Mother Seton Academy, and the School of the Cathedral's outreach program.
  Used Uniform Bank: Gently used summer and winter uniforms are sold at very reasonable prices throughout the school year.
  Faculty Luncheon: On Closing Day in June, the faculty and staff enjoy a luncheon held at a local country club. This luncheon is festive and fun way to say "thank-you" for their work throughout the year.
  Volunteer Recruitment: CASPA also recruits volunteers for many other school-related programs and events throughout the year.

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2010-2011 School Year CASPA Board Members & Committee Chairpersons

  

 CASPA Board Members 2010-2011 School Year:
President: Julie Halvorsen
Vice President: Wendy Craig
Secretary:  Karen Rider
Treasurer:  Nancy McCarthy
Athletics: Mike Warner, Greg Zenger
Social Activities: Lisa Hudson, Mollie Franke
Volunteer Chairs: Chris Kearney, Kristen Rudolph
Long Range Planning: Beth Matsko, Darby Lassiter
Publications & Promotion: Emily McGeady, Delia Schadt
Cathedral Ball: Alexa Gilmore, Leanne Mohler
Member at Large:  Kathy Norman
Ex Officio Members: Sister Josephann Wagoner, SSND,
Msgr. Bruce Jarboe, Rector
Mike Edwards, Athletic Director

 

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2010-2011 CASPA Committee Chair Positions:

Opening Day Coffee, September 2

Lisa Hudson, Mollie Franke, Mary Lynne Diette


MWP Welcome Cocktail Party, September 18
Jane Rohd

Soccer Family Fun Day
, October 24
Mike Edwards

Halloween Coffee, October 29
Jane Blusiewicz

Library Book Fair, November 29-December 3
 Patty Darby, Michele Lucca

Pottery Night, December 3
Kim Dorsey

Baltimore Blast Event, TBA
Erin Tschantret

Adult Bowling Night, TBA
Lisa Hudson, Mollie Franke

Family Ice Skate, TBA
Trudy Brown

Cardinal Cup, April 16
Patty Darby, Sheila Muldowney, Elena DePietro

Cathedral Ball, April 16
Alexa & Pete Gilmore, Leanne & Hugh Mohler

Field Day (AM), May 12
Rick Bush, Mike Edwards

Career Day (PM), May 12
Mike Edwards

Art Appreciation: Fran Minges

A+ Giant Bonus Bucks: Sue Seiler

Box Tops for Education: Peggy Ilardo

Class Parents:
Kathleen Willis

Daytime & Evening Hospitality:
Lisa Hudson, Leanne Mohler

Faculty Treats: Mary Fisher, Kelly Stott

New Parents/Student Buddies:
Karen Rider

Uniform Bank: Shellie Fox, Nancy Williams


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