HandS
In alignment with the MACS Mission, the Home and School Association is committed to creating and supporting a spiritual and learning environment that supports the formation of community, academic excellence, and the well-being of each student. The Home and School Association is an informed, active, caring group of parents, working together with teachers and administrators for the benefit of our children. HandS plans school activities and learning opportunities that align with the mission and vision of MACS.
Who is a member of the Home and School Association (HandS)?
All MACS parents are members of the Home and School Association. We highly encourage families with younger students to become involved with the association. This is the perfect opportunity to fulfill your volunteer hours requirement while having fun with your children and our school community.
Parent Meeting Dates - Meet at @ 6:00 PM Location TBD.
2023-24 Parent Meetings - ALL are welcomed and encouraged to attend.
September 13, 2023
November 8, 2023
January 10, 2024
March 13, 2024
Farwell Summer Party - August 25, 3-5:00 p.m., Rays Beach
Homecoming Tailgate Party - October 5
St. Charles Harvest Hoedown - October 26
Snowflake Dance - February 2, St. Charles
**Uniform Exchange
Programs and events supported by HandS:
Parent/Teacher conference Dinners
Catholic Schools Week Faculty and Staff Appreciation
Uniform Exchange Closets
Elementary Yearbook
Fundraising Policy
View Fundraising Policy PDF (Short)
A multi-phase plan that financially and responsibly meets the needs of ongoing programs, establishes protocols for expanding and increasing programs, attends to donor fatigue, preserves the image of MACS, and decreases the burdens of current families, staff, and students all while maintaining the quality of the amazing programs MACS has.
1. Streamline fundraising for McDonell Area Catholic Schools
2. Maintain and increase positive donor relations with stakeholders
3. Create proper fiscal & stewardship oversight without dictating program outcomes or stifling creativity
4. Support new and ongoing program growth
MEETINGS
Parents meet quarterly from 6:00 - 7:00 PM at Ojibwa Golf Club.
Email HandS
SignUp to Volunteer for HandS activities for St. Charles and Holy Ghost schools.
OFFICERS
Abby Petefish
President
Barb Berg
Vice President
Samantha O'Connell
Treasurer
Ashley Rubenzer
Secretary
*** Classroom parent reps needed, please consider.
ADVISOR
Jamie Dodge
Gwen Doyle
Principals