The Co-op consists of several committees, each focusing on different aspects of school life. These committees play a vital role in organizing events, fundraisers, and activities that enrich the educational experience of our students and strengthen our school community. Below, you'll find a concise overview of each committee along with their current chairs, highlighting their valuable contributions to our school community.

BLUE & GOLD SHOP 

The Blue & Gold Shop is located in the hallway of the Cafeteria building. The Blue & Gold Shop carries sweatshirts, hoodies, pencil pouches and various SCS gear. Items may be purchased online at www.scsbluegold.com. All in-stock items purchased through the online shop will be delivered to your child's the classroom within 5-7 days. The physical shop is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8-8:30 AM. Parent volunteers assist with working the shop in the mornings and fulfilling orders.

Lori Wilken: [email protected]

CCSCC

The Council of Catholic Schools Cooperative Clubs (CCSCC) www.ccscc.catholicweb.com is the umbrella organization for all parent clubs in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. We sponsor the Keep Christ in Christmas billboards and student contests, Clothe-A-Child campaign, participate in Co-op Club of the Year and Publicity contests as well as sponsor the Regina Matrum award, school principals' luncheon and Archdiocesan Christmas luncheon and various lobbying and service efforts on behalf of Catholic schools each year. 

Ashley Schepens & Julie Harlow: [email protected]

CAMPUS BEAUTIFICATION

Campus beautification is the strategic effort to maintain and enhance the visual appeal and functionality of St. Catherine of Siena school. The goal is to create a fun and welcoming environment that reflects the school's values and identity. Ongoing and seasonal beautification projects foster a sense of pride and community among the faculty, staff, children, parents, and visitors of school. 

Caryn Chin: [email protected]
Amanda Guthrie: [email protected]

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP & SEASONAL FUNDRAISING 

The Community Fundraising Committee coordinates fundraising efforts offered by businesses. Typically, SCS will receive a portion of the total sales or purchases made by SCS parents and faculty. Examples include but are not limited to: Mark Twain and Domino’s Pizza nights, Kendra Scott, Smalls Sliders, Learning Express.

           Lizzie Peyroux-Brown: [email protected]

FAIR

The Fair Committee consists of the two fair chairs, who coordinate the annual school fair. Subcommittees include Sponsorships, Food and Beverage, and various class booths, such as Basket Booth, Parade of Prizes, and Confetti Eggs. This is the school’s largest fundraising event.

Mallory Barkerding: [email protected]                                                                                 Heather Alexis: [email protected]

GALA

The Gala Committee consists of two Co-op chairs and two Men's Club chairs. The Gala is the second largest fundraiser and has historically taken place in the second semester of school. Subcommittees include Food and Beverage, Auction Items, Tickets and Reservations, Patron Party, and Gala Treasurer. 

              Joy Farrae:   [email protected]m                                                                                                                                   Jessica Tufaro: [email protected]

GATOR BUDDY PROGRAM

In an effort to welcome new families to our SCS Community, the Gator Buddy Program was created. New moms are paired with current moms so connections can be made to ease in their transition into our school community. The current mom "Gator Buddy" acts as a resource for the new moms to answer any questions they may have throughout their first year and beyond! 

Blaine Moncrief: [email protected]
Megan Finstein: [email protected] 

HEALTHY KIDS

The Healthy Kids Committee incorporates wellness programming into the SCS school curriculum. Activities include a Father/Son Talk, a Mother/Daughter Talk, Vision & Hearing Screenings, & Kids Get Fit activities.  

Emily McElrath: [email protected]
Mary Wood: [email protected]

HOSPITALITY

Hospitality Committee is responsible for providing food and drinks for all Co-op General Meetings and Board Meetings and assisting with Grandparents Day. 

Kellie Forster: [email protected]
Monica Gros: [email protected]
Lauren Duplechain: [email protected]
Angelle Decker: [email protected]                                                                                                Michelle Soliman: [email protected]

PUBLICITY

The Publicity Committee is responsible for sending out pertinent Co-Op and school information to the Times Picayune, the Advocate, the Clarion Herald and to any other appropriate media vehicles on an on-going basis.

ROOM CAPTAINS

The Room Captain Coordinators oversee the selection process of Room Captains, Grade Level Coordinators (2^nd & 7^th) and Fair Coordinators. They also implement Teacher Appreciation Week in the Spring and oversee the collection of monetary gifts for the faculty as well as class parties during the holidays.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES

The School Supply Committee is responsible for ordering the school supplies each year. At the beginning of the school year, the committee organizes the school supplies and coordinates the delivery of those supplies to each classroom.

SCS CARES

SCS Cares Committee is dedicated to providing SCS students with the opportunity to engage in Christian charity. The goal of SCS Cares is to educate students about the needs of others and to instill in the students the belief that it is our duty as Catholics to help others in need. It is our mission to teach SCS students the virtue of Christian charitable giving and to provide SCS students with the platform to help others.  Activities coordinated by this committee include Caps for Kids, Coats for Kids, and St. Michael’s Mardi Gras Bead Drive. 

SICK & FRATERNAL (MEALS IN MINISTRY & PRAYER LINE)

Committee coordinates Meals in Ministry and Prayer line. Meals In Ministry delivers meals for families and faculty that are in need of help during a difficult time.  Often, these meals are coordinated through a care calendar online. All meal and prayer requests are sent to the Sick & Fraternal Chair who then contacts committee members to coordinate prayers and meals as needed. 

FAMILY FUN

The Family Fun Committee is responsible for organizing the annual BINGO night, the Father-Daughter Dance, Mother-Daughter event, and Mother-Son Bowling events. This committee also coordinates events for our faculty, staff, and families. Events include meals for teacher in-service, Co-Op Christmas Lunch, Grandparents Day and other occasions that may arise during the year.  

STUDENT ENRICHMENT

The Student Enrichment Committee plans student events/activities that correlate with core learnings in the classroom. The activities will enhance what is taking place in the classroom and hopefully create a deeper understanding, as well as broaden the scope beyond the textbook. There will be many stimulating and fun educational activities for the students of SCS this year.

SWAP SHOP / LOST & FOUND

The Swap Shop is the uniform exchange program at St. Catherine. It is located in the Sr. Imelda Building, near the school library. Access is through the stairwell by the former Coop Office. We need volunteers to help open the shop periodically throughout the year and manage the Lost & Found.

Shamrock Open

The Tennis and Pickle Ball Tournament is usually held in the Spring. Subcommittees include Parade of Prizes, Registrations, Sponsorships, and Draw Coordinator.