About the Parents Club

The Saint Viator Parents Club brings current and alumni parents together to make a difference in the Viator community by supporting teacher/staff, students, and parents. We host teacher and staff appreciation events, raise funds, and create ways for parents to connect, stay informed, and have a voice in our community.

2025-2026 Parents Club Officers

Co-Presidents
 
Co-Vice Presidents
 
Treasurer
 
Secretary
 

Committees and Contacts

Our parent club committees offer easy, meaningful ways to get involved at Saint Viator. Whether you enjoy planning events, showing appreciation, raising funds, or supporting your student’s class, there’s a place for every parent or guardian to share their talents and stay connected to our school community.

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  • Class Representative

    CONTACTS:
    Class of 2026  Toni Palese
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    Class of 2027  Mary Beth Keane, Ann Lang, Mollie Gottfred, and Daniela Gottfred
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    Class of 2028  Gail Jones and Mary Reddin
    FOLLOW: @2028svhs
    Class of 2029  Aga Adamska-Marzec

    Class Representatives help keep parents connected and involved throughout the year. They share important updates with families in their grade and help recruit volunteers for school and Parents Club activities. It’s a simple way to support your students’ class and strengthen the Saint Viator community.
  • Teacher/Staff Appreciation Committee

    CONTACT: Melissa Craig

    The Teacher/Staff Appreciation Committee helps celebrate and support the amazing teachers and staff at Saint Viator. We organize treats, notes of thanks, and small gestures throughout the year to show how much the community values their hard work. It’s an easy, meaningful way to spread positivity and gratitude around the school.
    • Thanksgiving Luncheon
    • Catholic Schools Week: treats, breakfast, lunch, and monetary gift
    • End of year appreciation event and monetary gift
  • Student Appreciation Committee

    CONTACTS: Gail Jones and Moira Miller

    The Student Appreciation Committee plans fun events and activities throughout the year to celebrate and encourage our students. From small surprises to larger school‑wide moments, this group helps make students feel supported, valued, and connected to the Saint Viator community.
    • Donut Day
    • Cookie Day
  • Parent Events Committee

    CONTACTS: Vita Massarelli and Feliza Gauthier

    The Parent Event Committee helps plan and run fun gatherings for the Saint Viator community. From social events to school-wide activities, this group brings parents together to create memorable moments and strengthen connections throughout the year.
  • Hospitality Committee

    CONTACTS: Christa Schermerhorn and Tracey Dolsen

    The Hospitality Committee helps create a friendly, inclusive atmosphere at SVHS by providing refreshments and hosting events. This team brings parents together to make every event feel inviting and ensure our community feels appreciated and celebrated.
    • SVHS Open House refreshments 
    • Graduation Ceremony reception
  • Fundraising Committee

    CONTACT: Jen Towsey (Night of the Lion Baskets)

    The Fundraising Committee supports activities that raise money to support all Parents Club programs. This group helps fuel everything from student and staff appreciation to parent events, bringing families together to make a meaningful impact throughout the year.
    • Night of Lion baskets
    • SVHS merchandise sales
  • Senior Events Committee

    CONTACTS: 
    Senior Events Chair  Erin McAndrews
    Cheers & Tears Co-Chairs  Toni Palese
    OneCause System Coordinator  
    Prom Enhancement Co-Chairs  Erika Bondy and Kim Franczyk
    Senior Outing Co-Chairs  Erika Bondy and Kim Franczyk
    Senior Celebration Co-Chairs  Toni Palese, Lisa Dooley, and Vicki Benigni


    Starting with Cheer & Tears, a parent gathering to raise funds to support events for our seniors, the Senior Events Committee plans and runs all the big moments for our graduating class. 
    • Cheers & Tears fundraiser
    • Senior Celebration
  • Publicity Coordinator

    CONTACT:  Moira Miller

    This individual/group manages Parent Club Facebook and Instagram accounts, as well as the SVHS Parents Club website page. They share updates and photos to highlight the great work happening across the committees, and reminders so families know what’s coming up and how to get involved.