Parents are expected to carry on the work of the Association and assist in school programs through work on committees. Volunteers can begin work on one of the various committees as soon as school opens. The name and function of each committee is listed in the Association’s Constitution and Bylaws. A list of the Home and School Advisory Committee members is published annually. It is imperative that all members of the HSA follow diocesean policy. The HSA is under direction and guidance of the principal and pastor. All by-laws and projects must be approved by both principal and pastor.
MEETINGS
A General Home and School Association Meeting will be held each year. The Association and the School issue informational reports to parents and teachers. Parental input on Home and School Association activities and general school-related matters is encouraged. Parents are encouraged to attend the General Meeting and to join/help the Home and School Committee which will meet bi-monthly.
FINANCIAL PROJECTS
The Home and School Association sponsors several fundraising projects.
● The school holds several fundraisers each year which may include candy sales, fruit sales,
sub/sandwich sales, raffles, gift item sales, and special events. These fundraising projects benefit the
school.
● Parents are encouraged to support and cooperate with these activities.
● Proceeds are used to help keep tuition down, to provide for special school projects, and to maintain
updated educational materials.
● These projects and the supervision of sales are the responsibility of the parents.
● Saint Joseph School does not encourage door-to-door sales by students without a parental chaperone.
● All fundraisers for Saint Joseph School that are planned and provided by the Home and School
Association must be approved by the principal, and the pastor. These fundraisers are provided under
the auspices of the Home and School Association Committee.
● A thorough record keeping of all financials is required and subject to evaluation by both principal and
diocese.
Any updates or changes to Home and School Association will be communicated via the school principal and/or Diocese when deemed necessary.