Providence Academy Parent Association (PAPA) Year in Review
The Providence Academy Parent Association’s (PAPA) primary purpose is to support
the school community by organizing events and activities, coordinating parent
volunteerism, assisting fundraising efforts in collaboration with the Development Office,
and facilitating communication between the school and parents.
Community Support and Events
Throughout the year, PAPA enriched our community by hosting a variety of meaningful
events, including:
● Appreciation initiatives for faculty and staff throughout the year
● A Christmas breakfast and gift distribution for faculty and staff
● Providing snacks for faculty meetings across all divisions
● Coordinating parent parties for all but two grade levels
Lower School
PAPA organized numerous Lower School events for students and families, such as:
● New Parent Orientation
● Homecoming Ice Cream Social
● Fall Fun Fair
● Sock Hop
● Family Service Project
● Teacher Gifts for Catholic Schools Week
● End-of-Year Picnic
Lower School Classroom Representatives, with support from the Lower School Vice
Presidents, assisted teachers in coordinating class events, recruiting volunteers, and
managing grade-level budgets. We extend our sincere gratitude to the following Lower
School Classroom Representatives for their dedicated service:
Leah Anderson, Danielle Baker, Jill Budish, Mallory Busacker, Gina Carlson, Chrissy
Clark, Ansley Condon, Melanie Dolezal, Donna Ebertz, Sara Frey, Brooke Goetz, Kristin
Grabowski, Christa Groshek, Miko Herrboldt, Heather Hosfield, Anne Jewison, Naomi
Ketcher, Misty Lainey, Kerianne LeJeune, Jamie Majkrzak, Sara McCabe, Jenna Mills,
Corissa Moos, Lauren Nesset, Lauren O’Neil, Terra Otto, Jessica Pafko, Meg Parker,
Caitlin Piller, Susan Pitt, Katherine Roberg, Kayla Ruikkie, Lindsey Rymer, Hilary
Sandborn, Karen Schwartz, Kylee Kaminski Snapko, Emily Stearns, Stacey Stenehjem,
Stephanie Stepan, Ali Van Straten, Margot Wanner,
Middle School Key events planned for Middle School students included:
● New Parent Orientation
● Middle School New Family Welcome Breakfast
● Homecoming party with games, DJ, and pizza
● Catholic Schools Week celebration with root beer floats
● Teacher Appreciation Week gifts
● A community service project
Upper School
PAPA supported the Upper School by organizing:
● New Upper School Family Orientation
● Upper School New Family Welcome Breakfast
● Teacher gifts for Catholic Schools Week
● Treats during fall and spring finals to encourage and support students
● A “Dirty Soda” bar for seniors after finals
● Pop-up treats during Homecoming
● A gift card tree for faculty
Fundraising
This year, PAPA hosted three major fundraising events: the Used Uniform Sale, the Fall
Fun Fair, and the Annual Gala.
● The Used Uniform Sale, held in August, generated $9,000.
● The Fall Fun Fair in November raised $7,000.
● “An Evening of the Ranch” Gala featured new experiences,
including a design-your-own hat bar and a mechanical bull. It was the most
successful Gala to date, with gross profits totaling $670,000.
We extend special thanks to Anne Jewison and Sara Danforth for their tireless
leadership, creativity, and collaboration with the Development Office in making the Gala
an unforgettable event.
These events not only raise essential funds but also strengthen our community by
creating lasting memories. A heartfelt thank you goes to all the dedicated leaders and
volunteers whose efforts have contributed immensely to our school’s success.
Since PAPA represents our entire parent community, the PAPA Board gratefully
acknowledges every parent for their support, prayers, and generous contributions of
time and talent. Your investment in our students, faculty, and staff is truly invaluable.
2025-2026 Executive PAPA Board
President Lauren O’Neil
Vice President Misty Laney
Treasurer Peter Schnobrich
Secretary Sara McCabe
Upper School VP Gina Illies
Middle School VP Nichole Schelitzche
Lower School VP 3-5 Jessie Bollig
Lower School VP Pre-K – 2 Brittany Lada