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Parents’ Association

St. John’s Parents’ Association (PA) is comprised of all families enrolled in our school. We invite you to be involved by chairing, serving on a committee, volunteering, or attending our events.

 

Get Involved!

The Parents’ Association is always looking for volunteers to help coordinate or assist with activities. Check out our SignUpGenius (SUG) pages to see if you can lend a hand! 2025-2026 Chairperson SUG.

 

Mission

The purpose of the Parents’ Association (PA) is to promote a sense of community among the parents, teachers, staff, and administration and to provide strong communication between parents and the school. We also assist in the preservation of the unique culture and atmosphere of the school by promoting the pledge and mission, and sponsoring activities, events and programs that enrich our students’ educational experience. The funds raised by the Parents Association (PA) are used to support those initiatives. Please feel free to contact Committee Members at any time throughout the school year. 

 

Parent support is critical to the success of our events, and we look forward to an incredible year with your help. Without parent volunteers, our events cannot meet their full potential. There are many opportunities to volunteer. Contact your Room Parent or visit Volunteer Opportunities for information as well. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer for a particular event, please contact any of the PA executive committee members.

Parent’s Association (PA) Board Members

 

President– Steve Shaver

 

VP of Programs- Nicole Chaudhury

 

VP of Special Events– Jennifer Louden

 

Treasurer– Andrea Imhoff

 

Secretary– Vacant 

 

PA Volunteer Opportunities

 

PA LinkTree

 

PA Online Store

 

 

The Goals of the Parent's Association (PA):

1. Promoting a sense of community among the parents and the teaching and administrative staff, by sponsoring activities, events, and programs that enrich our children’s educational experience.

2. Providing a strong communication link between parents and the school, including the teaching and administrative staff, and Board of Trustees.

3. Assisting in the maintenance of the unique culture and atmosphere of the school by

promoting the school’s pledge and mission.

4. Raising funds to support the budget of the Parents’ Association.

 

 

Last year, these important funds helped support:

 

  • Book Vending Machine for media center
  • Hospitality luncheons
  • Teacher appreciation
  • Faculty Professional Development Days through Summer Mini Grants
  • 10% of the Parent Association (PA) profits were donated to the Endowment Fund
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Frankie the Therapy Dog on WMAR-2!

St. John’s Parish Day School was recently featured on WMAR 2 News in a special report highlighting our beloved therapy dog, Frankie.

Frankie is our three-legged pug mix who joined SJPDS alongside our Head of School, Mr. Springer. She was rescued from the streets of Los Angeles after being hit by a car, which resulted in the amputation of one of her front legs. Her journey is one of resilience, strength, and love.

 

Over the past year, Frankie has become an integral part of creating a safe, comforting, and joyful environment at SJPDS. Students visit her daily, bring her small gifts, and eagerly anticipate her classroom visits. Whether listening to a child read, sitting quietly during a moment of reflection, or simply offering her calm presence, Frankie brings a sense of peace and belonging to our campus.

 

Frankie may have three legs, but her physical difference has no impact on her speed, spirit, or ability to love. In fact, it has become a powerful lesson for our students. Through Frankie, they are learning that our differences make us beautiful and that every individual is worthy of love, dignity, and acceptance.

 

Click below to watch the full story and see how Frankie continues to touch hearts at St. John’s Parish Day School.