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School Advisory Council


C.A.P.E.
Cathedral Center Association of Parents and Educators

Mission Statement
The Association will independently promote,
support and supplement the academic, social, athletic,
artistic and spiritual growth of the students of Cathedral Center.


Meeting Minutes

2008/2009 CAPE Officers

President - Doug Aaron
aaron8942@neo.rr.com


Treasurer - Sarita Aaron
aaron8942@neo.rr.com


SAC/CAPE Meeting
AGENDA
May 12, 2009

Call to Order

Opening Prayer:
Lord Jesus Christ, we have come together in your Name to work for the good of our school. Stay with us with the invisible presence, and pour Your Spirit upon us. Make us use Your gifts in a spirit of trust and love, and a spirit of prudence and understanding, so that the children of this Diocese may experience an abundance of light, compassion and peace. Let harmony reign among us, and let us keep our eyes ever fixed upon You.
Amen

Spring into Playtime Fundraiser Report – Kathy Roach

SAC Standing Committee Reports – Current SAC representatives
- Strategic Planning
- Building and Grounds
- Athletic Programs
- Bill Henry “Retirement”
- Finance
- Educational Support
- CAPE
- School/Parish Picnic – Waldameer Park – June 7, 2009
- St. Peter Volunteerism Award

Transition Plan for New SAC Representatives

Principal Report – Mrs. Lane

Pastor Report - Monsignor Biebel

Next Meeting – ???
Adjournment

2009/2010 Election Results

After the ballots were counted (with 59 families responding), the following 5 parents will be serving on SAC for the following school year.

Patty Bloomstine
Tim Brown
Kyle Hardner
Damon Prenovitz
Kelly Titus

2008/2009 School Advisory Council Members

The following individuals were elected to the School Advisory Council.

Council Position Term Length Nominees
PreK – Grade 2 Parent Representative
1-year term

Anne Hardner

3rd and 4th Grade Parent Representative 2-year term

Nancy Bird

5th and 6th Grade Parent Representative 1-year term

Richard Reichel

7th and 8th Grade Parent Representative 1-year term

Joseph Rowane

At-Large Parent Representative 2-year term

William Wagner

Alumnus within past 15 years  2-year term
Casey O'Brien
Class of 2000
Alumnus 16 years or longer  2-year term
Lisa Scypinski Rosenthal
Class of 1976

Downloadable SAC Documents

SAC MINUTES

May 20, 2009 Meeting
December 12, 2008 Meeting

 

SAC Outline
(a printable copy of the information listed to the left)

Criteria for Membership

Persons nominated for membership and serving on the Advisory Council shall:

  1. Have interest in and commitment to Catholic education and to St. Peter Cathedral Center School’s philosophy and mission.
  2. Be available to attend meetings and periodic in-service programs and to participate in committee work.
  3. Maintain high levels of integrity and confidentiality.
  4. Deal with situations as they relate to the good of the entire School community.
  5. Be a credible witness of the Catholic faith (or to that member’s own faith) to the School community and beyond.
  6. Not be a family member of an employee of the School.

SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL:

Total Council members: Eleven (11):
  • 1 Parent representative from grades PreK- 2, 1 Year Term
  • 1 Parent representative from grades 3- 4, 2 Year Term
  • 1 Parent representative from grades 5- 6, 1 Year Term
  • 1 Parent representative from grades 7- 8, 1 Year Term
  • 1 At-Large Parent representative from any grade, 2 Year Term
  • 1 St. Peter Cathedral School Alumnus who
    graduated within last fifteen (15) years of current calendar year, 2 Year Term
  • 1 St. Peter Cathedral School Alumnus who graduated
    sixteen (16) or more years from current calendar year, 2 Year Term
  • Principal, Ongoing Membership
  • Assistant Principal, Ongoing Membership
  • 2 Teacher representatives selected by the Principal or
    Pastor, 1 Year Term
  • Parish Pastor (Ex-Officio)
Council member terms: 1-year and 2-year terms.

Selection process: Election based on nominations submitted by school parents.

COUNCIL STANDING COMMITTEES:

Strategic Planning Committee:
SAC Liaison: Joe Rowane
The purpose of this committee is to develop, update and implement short and long term strategic initiatives and general business plan while recognizing the ultimate goal is realistic criteria for success in fund raising, development of a capital campaign, annual fund and/or an endowment strategy. Examples of subject matters for this committee are:

  • Alumni directory formation
  • Public relations strategy for promotion of school successes, student recruitment and retention, general marketing concerns to aid in fund raising and increase enrollment targeted for 3 year, 5 year and 10 calendars
  • School Web site utilization/maintenance (The web site is already well-positioned and updates, additional links etc can be implemented)
  • Newsletter, communication links for current school families and alumni contacts to enhance school image and increase ability to connect with supporters (spiritual and financial) of the school
  • Recruitment and hiring of an Advancement Director (Middle States Reaccredidation May 2008 deadline)

Building and Grounds Committee:
SAC Liaison: Dick Reichel
The function of this committee is to assist in developing, implementing and monitoring a maintenance and improvement plan for the School building and grounds. Examples of current concerns are:

  • Student Technology Center
  • Structural upkeep and renovations i.e. driveway curb, West 11th Street sidewalk, West 11th Street traffic flow at am drop off/ pm pick up
  • Playground location, contents, options
  • Preschool options
  • Third floor development/repair to implement into school uses
  • Gym floor use and maintenance
  • Landscape upkeep and overall facility maintenance program

Athletic Programs Committee:
SAC Liaison: Nancy Bird
The function of this committee is to assist in and enhance the traditional and nontraditional School athletic programs. Areas of responsibility may include:

  • Formation and operation of Boosters organization for team spiritual and financial support
  • Coordinate parent representative activity for teams and athletic related activities i.e. cheerleading, equipment needs
  • Assist in nontraditional team organization and operation
  • Monitor, with the Building and Grounds Committee, the facility upkeep related to athletic programs.
  • Promote and support current athletic teams

Finance Committee:
SAC Liaison: Bill Wagner
The function of this committee is to assist in the development of policies regarding finance and tuition related concerns and programs for the School, while monitoring areas to aid the Strategic Planning Committee short and long term strategic planning initiatives. Some current subjects of Committee projects may include:

  • Aid in drawing up programs to generate annual fund raising/capital campaigns, endowment program, and pursuit of grants.
  • Assist in coordinating and monitoring current funds i.e. box tops, computer cartridge recycling and Target barcode monies
  • School Budget development
  • Funding options of programs that may not fit in traditional “Athletic” category i.e. highly successful Lego League team.
  • Operation of “Dukes Store” inventory and revenue

Educational Support Committee:
SAC Liaison: Anne Hardner
The purpose of this committee is to enhance, support and nurture the academic, social, spiritual, artistic and physical development of the students. The committee’s focus should be upon some of the following areas:
Ensuring faculty and students have those items necessary to advance the education process i.e. appropriate number of text books, school room supplies, teacher suppliess.
Continue School traditions for teacher appreciation of their dedication to students and the education.

  • Enhance student appreciation programs to acknowledge their commitment to success i.e. green ticket program, jeans day recognition
    Birthday recognitions for school personnel
  • Maintain an accurate complete list of parent volunteers and friends St. Peter Cathedral School who have offered their skills, talents, and time to help the school with special projects, programs, or improvements to the school.

C.A.P.E.(Cathedral Association of Parents and Educators):
This committee will continue to promote and supplement the academic, social, artistic, and spiritual growth of the students of St. Peter Cathedral School.

This longstanding and effective organization may need restructuring.


 
 
 
 
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