HOME AND SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT :

The Mission of the Home and School Association of St Mary’s Visitation School is to help parents and teachers to develop a mutual understanding and appreciation of the ideals of Catholic education. Home and School Association shall provide for programs, opportunities and funds which will assist the children in developing a personal and community lifestyle grounded in Catholic teaching and Gospel values, foster the religious, intellectual, physical, cultural and social development of each child and enhance the ability of parents to participate actively and effectively in their child’s education.

PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES :
The purpose of our Home and School Association is to serve as a liaison between the homes of the students attending St. Mary’s Visitation and the school.

The objectives of the Association shall be:

• To create an atmosphere which encourages school spirit and a sense of community through volunteerism and fundraising;
• To assist in the development of spiritual and educational growth experiences;
• To provide structure that encourages parents to exercise their role as co-partners with the school in the education of their children;
• To foster communications between home and school and school committee;
• To encourage the development and maintenance of high standards of Christian family life;
• To promote a quality Catholic education;
• To offer thorough well-planned programs, information of interest and value to parents as well as educational enrichment for the students; and
• To provide funding for school projects and programs not already provided for in the school budget.

Home and School Officers and Committee Members 2009-2010
Co-Chairs: Jessie Kileen and Kristine Kroog
Treasurer: Kathy Kiekhofer
Secretary: Joanna McQuide
Volunteer Coordinator: Melissa Schumacher
Teachers: Mary Schneider and Betsy Wilinski
Advisory Member: Paul Antonneau

Home & School Meeting Schedule 2009-2010
Meetings are at 6:00 p.m. in the St. Mary After School Care Room on the following dates:

September 8
October 13
November 10
December 8
January 12
February 9
March 9
April 13
May 11
June 8