GAP - Guardian Angels Parents
 

Information about GAP
GAP (Guardian Angel's Parents) is a volunteer and fundraising group for Guardian Angels Catholic School. Many of the
events are intended to be social rather than profitable. GAP sponsors many different projects throughout the school
year, and relies on parent volunteers to make them successful. All of the programs that help make our school run so
smoothly are looking for people just like you. Each event has a chairperson or co-chairs and needs volunteers to make
the event possible. If you have any questions about an event, you are welcome to phone the chair of that program to
get more information. You will find a brief description of each event on this page.
 

Our GAP group holds monthly meetings that are noted on the school calendar. If you are interested in knowing what is
happening at our school, these meetings are for you! A principal's report is given to the group with both current
information  and future plans for the school.  Much of the information about events and programs for our children is discussed
at these meetings.  We would love for you to join us. You can explore ways to become involved or merely learn about what
is happening at GA.
 

GAP Guidelines
Any item to be discussed at the meeting shall be put on the agenda. This may be done by submitting the item to the
GAP President one week prior to the meeting. The person submitting the item will present it at the meeting and a short
discussion will follow. Recommendations will then be given to the proper person or committee. We also have an
"open discussion" section on our monthly agenda.

Distribution of all funds raised by GAP will be done with the recommendation of the principal. Any ideas that are
directly related to the welfare of our children in the whole education process of home and school will be taken into
consideration.

 The GAP board consists of a President, President-elect, Secretary and Treasurer. All positions are one-year terms
that coincide with the school year with the exception of the President-Elect. Following is a list of the current GAP
board and a brief description of their responsibilities:

President: Doug Fontair is the head of GAP who presides at all meetings and is responsible for all GAP activities.

President-Elect: Joe Campanelli, the president-elect will take over duties of President for the 2011-2012 school year. The president-elect works closely with the president and takes over the duties in the event of his/her absence at business or general meetings.

Secretary: Phillis Rynne keeps minutes of all meetings, and is responsible for all correspondence for the group.

Treasurer: Bruce Kowal keeps accurate records, receives all moneys for GAP and is responsible for payment of all bills
incurred by GAP.
 

Social Events
We schedule many social events for GA families and students. Please consider helping with these events. It's a great
way to meet other families and to spend time with your own child. We will be so glad to have you!
 

Welcome Back Picnic: An old-fashioned hot dog barbecue held each August. This is a great way to meet new
GA families and to reunite returning families, Hope to see you there.

Teacher Welcome Back Lunch: A luncheon is provided to the teachers for their first day back prior to the
school opening.

First Day Parent Welcome: The GAP board hosts a welcome gathering for all parents (and younger siblings too!)
on the student's first day of school. Coffee, juice, donuts and fellowship........see you there.

 Santa's Secret Shop: A shopping venue for the students to purchase surprise Christmas gifts for their families.
This is a perennial student favorite, held each year in late November.

St. Nicholas Day:In  December, all students place their shoes outside the classrooms and await the arrival of a 
special treat and visit  from St. Nicholas.

Open House: Held on a Sunday afternoon during Catholic Schools Week. This is a great event! It is a perfect opportunity for
families and newcomers alike to see the best of what GA and its' students have to offer.

Field Day: A day of sporting events and fun for all grades held during the last week of the school year. Includes
lunch provided by GAP.

Staff Appreciation Luncheon: A GAP sponsored luncheon for teachers and staff at the end of the year.

Monthly Teacher Luncheon: Each month a different grade sponsors a "Teacher and Staff Luncheon": from the
parents of that grade. This has become a favorite among staff members.

Second Grade Communion Reception: A donut and juice reception held for all the 2nd grade students
celebrating their first time taking communion at school Mass.

Eighth Grade Graduation: A reception for our graduating 8th graders.
 
 Family Bingo Night:  GA school family fun night to enjoy a pizza dinner and play bingo.
 

GAP Representatives

Grade Room Representative: This is a GAP Board position which is two fold in nature.  The Room Rep works
closely with the homeroom teacher in planning and facilitating events throughout the year, while also attending
all GAP meetings and voting as a representative for their respective classroom.

Clawson Youth Assistance Representative: This is a liaison between the Clawson/Oakland County
organization and Guardian Angels.  The CYA organizes special presentations and learning opportunities for
parents and students.

Fundraising Events

GAP schedules several fundraisers from which you may choose. Please do not feel obligated to purchase
from each of the events. Of course volunteering your time always is appreciated!!!!

Auction: An exciting evening event including silent and live auctions of items donated by friends of GA and by each
classroom and  department of the school.  This makes a wonderful evening out with friends for fun, dancing and
fellowship.

Entertainment Book: This fundraiser begins in September .

Moms to Moms Resale:  Held in the fall and spring, table space is rented and moms sell gently used children's
clothing, toys and  equipment.

Campbell's Labels for Education: Labels from Campbell's products are sent into the office. Parents sort them
and send them in for school videos, sports equipment etc. You can drop these on the round bin outside the school 
office or just send them to school with your child.

Big G Box Tops: General Mills cereal box top labels are sent into the school office and then redeemed for cash
for the school.  You can drop these in the round bin outside the office or just send them to school with your child. 

Do you have a fundraiser suggestion??? All ideas are welcome!  There are simple forms that you can fill out with a
brief description of the event.  These ideas are then presented to the GAP board for consideration. The forms are kept
in a clear bin across from the school office on the wall next to the bulletin board. If you have further questions please
contact any GAP board member

Services Provided

GAP is also involved in activities that are a part of our school community.

SCRIP:  Negotiable gift certificates from local stores and resturants can be purchased weekly throughout the school year,
with a percentage being returned to the parents' tuition account.. Information about SCRIP is given at the beginning of the school
year with updates and changes noted in the monthly Gazette. Parent volunteers are needed to collect, distribute and sort SCRIP
orders each week.  This service is a fundraiser which benefits your own tuition account. Many families save LOTS of money by
using SCRIP.

Market Day: This is both a fundraiser and a service to GA families. Market Day is a frozen and packaged food 
service that delivers the food to the school once each month. Order forms are sent in the children's backpacks
or parents may order on-line. High quality meats, vegetables, entrees and desserts are just a few of the items offered in each sale.
Parents unable to pick up the order at the time of delivery (3pm) will find their order in the office when they arrive.
 
Library Birthday Book Program: Parents are invited to purchase a new book for the school library in honor of their child's birthday
Parents pay $5.00 toward the purchase and GAP pays the remaining balance. The birthday book forms are available throughout
the year in the library.  Your child's name will be entered on the inside of the cover and your child is the first one to check
the book out from the library.  

Used Uniform Sale: A mini 'garage sale" of uniforms held at the end of the school year. Students are allowed to wear casual
clothing after this Spring uniform sale so parents can sell anything that won't fit in the fall.