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PGPA
PgPA
A Community of Families
We are not simply a school - we are a community of families because of the dedication of our parent volunteers. Porter-Gaud values and encourages parent engagement. The relationships between parents, faculty, students, and administrators are strengthened by parent involvement in the volunteer opportunities offered by the Porter-Gaud Parent Association (PGPA).
Strengthening Relationships Between Parents, Faculty, Students, and Administrators
The mission of the PGPA is to:
- Build community among families through special events and volunteer opportunities.
- Support school-wide initiatives that connect and educate our parents and caregivers.
- Raise funds that support school programs.
The Porter-Gaud experience is enhanced when our parents share their talents and time with our community. We encourage you to get involved!
Leadership
PGPA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2024-2025 |
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PGPA Board 2024-2025
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Grade Level Reps
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Community Support Committees
These committees partner with a school faculty or administrator to host events that help develop awareness and empathy while also recognizing the appreciation we have for our unique community.
- Families for Cultural and Community Engagement
- Jewish Life Families
- Family Wellness
The Family Wellness team works with school administrators, deans, and counselors to select wellness speakers, panel discussions, recommended blogs, articles, and books as resources for parents. In April 2024, we were honored to host Harvard researcher and lecturer Emily Weinstein, Ed.D, co-author of Behind Their Screens: What Teens are Facing (and What Adults are Missing), for an in-person lecture and student panel.
Faith
Moms In Prayer
Moms In Prayer is an international organization with a vision that every school in the world would be covered with prayer. Starting in September, we will meet every Tuesday from 8:30-9:30 a.m. to intercede on behalf of our children and school through prayer.
We invite all mothers to join us in Washington Hall anytime! Feel free to visit momsinprayer.org or, if you have any questions, email Adria Rhoads at adriahat@hotmail.com.
Resources for Parents/Student Organizations
- Vestry: Porter-Gaud's Vestry Program invites students into the life of Christ and his love for the world. Contact Head Chaplain, The Rev. Palmer Kennedy, at pkennedy@portergaud.edu or Middle School Chaplain, Abbie Panuccio at apanuccio@portergaud.edu to learn more.
- FCA: Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a student-led club and is open to all Middle and Upper School students (regardless of whether they play a sport). Interested students can sign up during club sign-up time. Please reach out to Jill Settle at jillasettle@gmail.com if you would like to be included in the parent emails or participate in volunteer opportunities.
- Young Life: Though not directly affiliated with Porter-Gaud, a number of students participate in the local chapter. Click here to learn more.
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We would love to discuss your place at Porter-Gaud.