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2011-2012 Executive

 2011-2012 Committees & Chairs 

Allocations: Funds raised by the BHPA are used to contribute to or enhance the educational experience of BH students. The Allocations Chairperson works with the requests for items and presents them to the BHPA.
(Michaela Burley / Leslie Simard-Chiu)

Yahoo BBQ: The annual welcoming, not-for-profit barbecue in September called the Yahoo BBQ is hosted by the BHPA. The Barbecue Chairperson, with the help of volunteers, co-ordinates all aspects of this event, from planning to execution.
(Heather Perchaluk / Dana Jessiman)

Bingo: The BHPA staffs on-going Bingo events with MCEA at both the Regent and McPhillips Street casinos to raise funds for the BHPA. The Bingo Chairs co-ordinate the volunteers with the Bingo dates.
(Carolyn Millar / Schell Stanley)

Communications: Professionalism and continuity in all out-going communications is very important to the BHPA. The Communications Chairperson ensures that all material intended for anyone other than committee members goes through editing/reviewing and then proof-reading/securing school and President approval.

Gala: The BHPA hosts an annual fundraising evening. The Dance Co-Chairpersons plan and co-ordinate all aspects of this event with the exception of the auction.
(Sheila Stacey / Vacant)

Decorating: The seasonal decor at the school is maintained by the BHPA. The Decorating Chairperson works with volunteers to decorate the school and lunchroom throughout the year, seasonally, and for special events.
(Lynn Lee / Vacant)

 Liaisons: Providing a Junior School and a Middle/Senior School liaison to work between the BHPA and BH is important to the BH life. The School Liaison Co-Chairpersons organize the QSP magazine fundraiser, and set up a Room Parent for each classroom who will assist in the emergency phone network and help the BHPA stay connected with parents.
(Toula Groumoutis /Vacant)

Library: The BHPA is committed to providing assistance in the BH Library. The Library Chairperson works with the staff in running the annual Book Fair, running the Birthday Book program, and handling the on-going library volunteer program.
(Ann Downey / Pam Davis)

Nearly New Sale: Gently-used uniform pieces are resold on consignment, twice a year, at BHPA-run Nearly New Sales, and during the year by appointment only. The Nearly New Sale Chairperson provides a service to BH parents by collecting uniform pieces and selling them at a reduced rate on consignment, a portion profiting the BHPA for allocation.
(Eileen Gaynor / Kate Field)

Staff Appreciation: Once each year, to express appreciation to all BH staff, the BHPA hosts a luncheon in their honour. The Staff Appreciation Chairperson is responsible for all aspects of this luncheon.
(Tamara Speirs / Jennifer Lacombe)

Social: The BHPA supports various social events during the school year. The Social Chairperson co-ordinates Grade Parties, special BHPA student treats, and Retirement Teas.
(Vacant/Vacant)

Volunteer: The BHPA encourages participation by BH parents as volunteers. The Volunteer Chairperson is responsible for all tasks related to integrating volunteers into BHPA activities.
(Vacant)

Members at Large:
The BHPA also includes members who attend PA meetings regularly and assist on committees when needed.
Member at large positions are held by those wishing to familiarize themselves with the various positions on the BHPA. 

The BHPA takes pride in valuing diversity among members and volunteers.
If you would like to volunteer to help with an event and at the same time meet other parents,
please contact the school at 784-1600 or email the school.