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CATHEDRAL SCHOOL PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION
(CASPA)
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Board Positions | CASPA
Committee Positions |
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CASPA Board|
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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)
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Volunteer for the
2010-2011 School Year! |
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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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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 |
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meetings are for parents only and are at 7 pm at the parish center. |
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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 |
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Opening Day Coffee: Held on the first day of school to welcome new friends and catch up with old ones. |
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New Parent/Student Buddy Program:
Families welcome incoming students over the summer months and provide
ongoing assistance to new families throughout the school year. |
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Class Cocktail Parties:
These parties offer opportunities for parents to meet one another at grade-level
gatherings
early in the school year. |
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Faculty Treat: Lunch
is provided for the faculty and staff at special times during the
year. |
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Soccer Family
Fun Day: This is a great day for the whole family, featuring
parent-child soccer games and soccer team photos. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Pottery Night: New social event
last year that was an immediate sell-out! Lots of fun for the children
and their parents. |
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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.) |
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Baltimore Blast Night:
A family social event at a Baltimore Blast professional soccer game. |
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Family Ice Skate: A fun family social event held at a local ice
rink. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Used Uniform Bank:
Gently used summer and winter uniforms are sold at very reasonable
prices throughout the school year. |
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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. |
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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 |
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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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