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School CommissionSt. Patrick School is a member of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis,
under the umbrella of the Office of Catholic Education. Our local
school administration works in community with the school commission,
whose main responsibility evolves around budget and policy setting.
The school commission is appointed by the parish pastor, in consultation
with current commission members.
Parent ClubThe purpose of St. Patrick Parent Club is to promote the religious, cultural, social and educational advantages of the students at St. Patrick School. Parent Club provides financial assistance, voluntary services, awareness to the community about St. Patrick School's activities and student achievements,and social activities to build community.Parent Club sponsors two fund raisers, the annual Trash Bag Sale and Race for Education. Parent Club provides two school wide social events (Fall Festival and Spring Fling) each year. Membership of the Parent Club consists of parents, guardians of children, members of the administration and faculty of the school, priest or priests and any adult member of the St. Patrick Community who is interested in the purpose of this organization. The Parent Club Executive Board consists of Past President, President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary and the chairperson of each standing committee. These committees are Fall Festival, Spring Fling, Trash Bag Sales, Race for Education, Hospitality, Publicity, Volunteer Services, and Automated Phone System.
Every parent at St. Patrick School is encouraged to become an active member of Parent Club.
Booster ClubThe SPS Booster Club supports the athletic programs of the school. They sponsor all of the school sport teams financially, including uniforms, concessions, and referees. They also run the Biddy Basketball program for all school and parish children, ages PreKindergarten-4th grade. The Booster Club financially supports other projects in the school as needed. |