Volunteer
Ongoing Opportunities
Athletic Coach or Assistant Coach
Indicating interest is not a guarantee that you will be needed; review by the Sports Council is required. 15 hours; Contact Mr. Pope.
- Fall - Girls’ volleyball, grades 4-8; Boys’ flag football, grades 6-8; Boys’ and girls’ cross country, grades 3-8
- Winter - Boys’ and girls’ biddy basketball, grades pre-k to 3; Boys’ and girls’ basketball, grades 4-8
- Spring - Girls’ softball, grades 6-8; Boys’ volleyball, grades 7-8
Committee Members
- Finance: Reviews finances of parish and school and supports strategic planning.
- Technology: Supports school and parish computer systems and website.
- Facilities: Provides alternatives and recommendations for campus maintenance and building use.
- Athletic Association: Manages gym events and raises funds that support sports programs.
- Athletic Council: Sets policy for school team sports programs.
- Admissions: Reviews applications to the school and recommends admittance.
- School Advisory Board: Supports school leadership in developing policies and budgets.
- Alumni Relations: Develops and maintains ties with past students and their parents.
Kiss N Go Helper/Coordinator
Helps out during morning drop-off (7:45-8:10 a.m.), helping children out of cars and escorting to supervised area as needed. Coordinator works with room parents to make sure time slots are filled. 10 hours for Coordinator; hourly for helpers (5 mornings = 2 hours).
Kitchen/Concessions Helper at Sporting Events
Help is needed working the kitchen and concessions at sporting events. When making your request, specify the sport/event and grade (e.g. Biddy Basketball, basketball, volleyball, etc.). Hourly; Contact Mr. Pope.
Lunch Helper
Parent Ambassadors
Parent Ambassadors is a volunteer committee composed of school parents who assist in promoting the school through opportunities such as:
-Staffing Saint Andrew booths at community and local chamber events
-New Family Welcomes, new families are matched with current families in similar grade levels
-Distribution of promotional material at local parks, venues, businesses, etc
-Assisting at Open Houses or evening School Tours
We welcome school parents with children of all grade levels.
Repairs and Maintenance Projects on Campus
Please specify your background and experience and notify us of the types of projects upon which you are able to work. Hourly; Contact Mrs. Casavechia.
Room Parent
Works with teachers to plan and communicate to parents the classroom’s events, including field trips and parties. There are also special events that vary by grade. For example, the Kindergarten class hosts a January party for pre-school parents; the first grade class hosts the Kindergarten graduation party, etc. All room parents also support school-wide special events. 15 hours.
Tourguide For School
- Monthly Tour Guide: Tours prospective families of the school on the second Tuesday morning of every month at 9a.m.
- Special Event Tours: There will be a few open houses/tours during the year in conjunction with a special event.
Upcoming Events
Baby Bulldogs Playgroup Coordinators/Helpers
Coordinators help coordinate a playgroup for infant to preschool age children that meets once a week during the school year in the gym. Helpers help with set-up/break down before and after the group starts. 10 hours; Contact Anne Japsen: annejapsen@gosaintandrew.com
Superschool Sunday
This January event includes a family Mass, a pancake breakfast and a school open house. Help is needed planning and working during the event. 15 hours for committee work; Hourly for event volunteers.
Wearin' The Green Party
Help is needed with the annual Saint Patrick’s Day party, “Wearin’ The Green” in March. This event includes a dinner, silent auction, live auction, as well as musical and dancing entertainment. Committee members are needed to plan and work at this event. 15 hours for committee work; Hourly for event volunteers; Contact Julie Richards.
Lenten Fish Fry
Help kick off Lent at Saint Andrew. Volunteer help with set-up, cooking and frying fish, selling soda, check –in and clean up. This event is during the Lenten Season. Hourly; Contact Julie Richards.
Saint Andrew Parish Oktoberfest
Our Inaugural Oktoberfest is September 19th! 15 hours for committee work; Hourly for event volunteers. Contact Julie Richards.
5K Run
An annual family event scheduled for the fall. Hourly; Contact Julie Richards.
Scholastic Book Fair
Usually held in spring, the Book Fair results in new books for the school. Volunteers are needed to set up, clean up, and help students select books and check out during sale. Hourly.
Grandparents’ Day
Help the teachers run this school day of special activities for Grandparents, primarily with set-up, serving and clean-up for lunch in the gym. This event is held in Oct/Nov.
Giving Tree
Help sort, pack and deliver the Christmas gifts from the Giving Tree.
Used Book & Bake Sale
Usually held in September, the Used Book and Bake Sale’s proceeds support the school. Assistance is needed to set up, clean up and work during the event. Hourly.
Christmas Shopping Days
All students are able to buy inexpensive items to surprise family members with at Christmas. Volunteers help students select and wrap gifts during a school day in December.
Children’s Garage Sale
An organized rummage sale of donated child related items, gently-used baby to pre-teen clothing, maternity clothes, shoes, baby gear, toys, etc. to benefit Saint Andrew Parish. The sale takes place in the Saint Andrew gymnasium in May. Hourly; Contact Julie Richards.
Purse Bingo
We are looking for volunteers for set up, tear down and working the event on April 17 Volunteer here.
Biddy Basketball
Pre-k through third grade basketball.
North Center Hop n' Stop
We are looking for volunteers to work a table at this Easter event. April 4. Click here to volunteer.
Trunk or Treat
Decorate your trunk and pass out candy in the parking lot.
Used Uniform Sale
Assist with sorting and selling used uniforms at different events throughout the year.
Our volunteers play a vital role in strengthening our school community through service, support, and shared commitment to our mission. Get involved and make a difference!
As part of our commitment to service, all families are required to give 15 hours of service to Saint Andrew School each school year. Service is a great way to meet fellow parents and become active in your child’s education. Studies indicate that families who give service to their school enhance their child’s educational experience. The list of volunteer opportunities can be found on the left of this page.
Volunteer Service Hours:
As part of our commitment to service, all families are required to volunteer 15 hours per school year.
Volunteering is a great way to meet fellow parents and become active in your child’s education. Saint Andrew School offers numerous ways to volunteer. Families who opt out of 15 hours of volunteering will be charged an additional $500.00.
Volunteer Training
We love seeing our parents on campus. All parents, please consider completing this important training. All volunteers (field trips, class parties, secret reader, room parents, lunch helpers, etc…) must successfully complete volunteer training. Most of these do not take long to complete, but all are important to help keep our children safe.