Volunteering is a great way to be part of the community at Sacred Heart School. The Parents’ Club coordinates the ways in which parent volunteers may support the school throughout the year. Not only is volunteering a wonderful way to meet other parents, but you can make a real impact on our school and students. There are many ways for parents to get involved, for example, programs and projects, fundraisers, sports, open-house tours. No matter how much time you have available, there is a job waiting for you – and new friends to help you do it!

Each year, we run a number of fundraisers, including the Chocolate Fundraiser, the Super Bowl Raffle and the Spring Auction and Dinner Dance. These fundraisers help to fund a number of school programs including the Computer/Technology programs, teacher and school wish lists along with $30,000 in support for the school operating budget.

Book Fair

The Scholastic Book Fair is one of our greatest traditions here at Sacred Heart School. In addition to being a fantastic reading event, a percentage of Book Fair proceeds go right back to Sacred Heart School, to help achieve our annual fundraising goals. It is one of the easiest ways to raise funds for the school. 

Explore a large selection of books
There is something for everyone: classics that every child would enjoy; award-winning fiction; picture, easy reader, and chapter books; bestsellers and popular series favorites, such as Harry Potter, and I Spy; special value books—some as low as 99 cents; school supplies, student reference notebooks, and fun activities; adult favorites, including fiction and nonfiction bestsellers; educational software and activities; posters, bookmarks, cards games, plush characters; and more!

Classroom Wish Lists help build classroom libraries
Each teacher puts together a Classroom Wish List to enable families' to help teachers build classroom libraries and connect kids with books they want to read. It’s fun, easy, and rewarding, and it’s your chance to grant wishes for both students and teachers.

What do you sell at the Book Fair?
At the Book Fair, we not only sell children’s books but cookbooks, sport books, computer games, posters, etc. It is a great opportunity to do Christmas shopping for those on your Christmas List.

Do the classes go to the Book Fair during school hours?
A schedule is made for each class to view the Book Fair and a Wish List can be sent home so you know which items your child was interested in.

How do I pay for my purchases?
You can send money (preferably a check so cash will not get lost) in with your child so they can purchase their items.

Can anyone go to the Book Fair?
Invite your friends and family to come with you during the Book Fair.

How can I help?
Volunteer! It is a great opportunity to get to know the Sacred Heart community better. If you cannot make a particular time slot but can come at another time, you are welcome to participate in any way you can.
 

Box Tops for Education

The Box Tops program has helped America’s schools earn over $375 million in the past 15 years. Sacred Heart School can earn money when you clip 10¢ Box Tops coupons from hundreds of your favorite products such as Cheerios®, Betty Crocker®, Juicy Juice®, Ziploc®, Kleenex®, Hefty® and more!  Just send your BoxTops into school or drop them off at the school office! 
Visit Box Tops for Education for more info.

All Archdiocesan personnel-volunteers, faculty and staff – who are in “regular contact with minors” must complete the “Safe Environment Requirements.” This means that they must complete a Safe Environment Questionnaire and a background check, they must acknowledge that they’ve received the Archdiocesan Policy relating to Sexual Misconduct, and the appropriate Code of Conduct; and they must complete the Safe Environment Training appropriate to their position. Use this link to find out more about these programs.

We always need volunteers for Playground and Lunch Room duty, daily from 11:10 a.m. – 12:10 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please check your schedule and see if you have a little spare time to help out. To volunteer, please send a note to the school office or call 914-946-7242.

Wondering how to help our school? Take a look at the volunteer opportunities listed below and get involved today!

After-School Clubs (Enrichment)

CYO Sports

Volunteers are needed: Coaches and Assistant Coaches, Registrar and Scheduling, Uniform and Equipment, coordinate the concession stand for home games, School/Parish liaison and treasurer, and fundraising administrator.

Book Fair

Promote, organize, set up book displays, manage sales, or help with break-down.

Class Parents

General responsibilities of Class Parents include: contacting parents in the event of a school emergency; attending Parents’ Club meetings; coordinating parent involvement for Parents’ Club activities; accompanying classes on field trips (at teachers discretion), assisting in school fundraising activities; organizing class parties (coordinate with your teacher), attending the NY Archdiocese “Safe Environment” program.