Parent-Teacher Council (PTC)
The education of your child involves a cooperative enterprise between home and school. You, as a parent, are urged to contribute your suggestions and viewpoints concerning the educational needs of your child. The most efficient means of carrying out this privilege is to become a member of the Parent Teacher Council (PTC) and to participate as often as possible. The objectives of the council are to bring teachers and parents into closer contact, to encourage the efforts of the teachers, to improve the surroundings of the children, and to arouse the interest of the community in the welfare of the school. Annual membership dues are $10.00. The PTC Board is a group of members who have accepted additional responsibilities for school programs and events. New members are always welcome.
School Board
The purpose and duty of the School Board of St. Joseph School is to consult on policy, study finance, and assist the school administration in any matter pertaining to the operation of the school. Parents are welcome to attend school board meetings (held the 2nd Monday of each month) and may discuss routine concerns during the first 15 minutes of any board meeting. Such visitors to the School Board should make a request of the principal at least one week prior to the scheduled meeting, so that time can be reserved on the agenda. If time is not available, the principal will endeavor to resolve the concerns and communicate the issue to the Board in an appropriate manner. The School Board is comprised of several members in addition to the Pastor and the Principal. The term of office is 3 years. This Board is a consultative body subject to the regulations that proceed from the Diocesan Board of Education.
Development Committee
The Development Committee is comprised of interested parents and parishioners who support the school in the area of Annual Appeal, endowment, publicity and alumni relations.
Parent Volunteers
Our school is always in need of volunteer help. The Vice-President of the PTC serves as coordinator of volunteer activities. Some of the volunteer activities include library aides, cafeteria helpers, playground aides, and teacher aides. Volunteer sign up sheets are sent home at the beginning of each school year or you may call the school office at 717-755-1797. All volunteers must comply with Diocesan Youth Protection Policies.
Fundraising
Although it is optional, parental and parishioner participation is strongly encouraged in our Scrip program, the Race for Education, and our Annual Appeal to help pay for special school projects and to keep tuition affordable.
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