BLHS | Guide to Giving and Getting Involved

B IS H O P LY N C H H I GH SC H OO L

A GUIDE TO GIVING AND GETTING INVOLVED

ROOTED IN FAITH | MAXIMIZING POTENTIAL | SHAPING A BOUNDLESS FUTURE

WELCOME TO THE FRIAR FAMILY! YOUR INVOLVEMENT MATTERS Bishop Lynch High School is a vibrant, faith-filled community where students and parents play an important role in creating a strong and connected Friar Family.

At Bishop Lynch, we believe it takes a village to build a thriving school community, and every family has something meaningful to offer.

Whether through your time, your financial support, or both, your participation helps strengthen the BL experience for all students.

THREE WAYS TO MAKE AN IMPACT TIME

Volunteer and share your talents

TREASURE

Support the mission of Bishop Lynch

TIME + TREASURE Deepen your impact

No matter how you choose to engage, your presence and participation are essential to making Bishop Lynch a community of believing and belonging.

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE, SUPPORT, AND STRENGTHEN BISHOP LYNCH HIGH SCHOOL

WHAT IS THE BLPA? The Bishop Lynch Parents Association (BLPA) engages families in the life of the school. Its purpose is to build a strong, inclusive, and engaged parent community that works in partnership with school leadership, faculty, and families to enrich the overall BL experience. The BLPA encourages parent involvement, strengthens communication, supports spiritual growth, and promotes appreciation for teachers and staff.

WHAT DOES THE BLPA DO? The BLPA serves as a bridge between home and school while supporting events, parent engagement, volunteerism, and faculty appreciation through committees and events.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Parliamentarian Chaplain

BLPA COMMITTEES Parents can find a place to belong and an opportunity to serve in alignment with their gifts and talents through the BLPA committees. Each BLPA committee provides impactful connection points with specific areas of the Bishop Lynch community.

COMMUNICATIONS

DADS CLUB (BLDC)

FACULT Y SUPPORT & APPRECIATION

Manages the BLPA social media to highlight the impact and keep parents engaged.

Engages fathers and father figures in the life of the school through fellowship, service, and community-building.

Supports and celebrates BL faculty and staff through appreciation events and activities.

FRIAR FRIENDS Welcomes new families, including freshmen and transfer families, and mentors parents as they become part of the Bishop Lynch community.

PARENT AMBASSADORS

SAFE ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE

Supports the Admissions Team by welcoming prospective families to admissions events and serving as an advocate for BL.

Assists new volunteers with the diocesan safe environment process and answers questions related to the process.

SERVICE COMMITTEE

SOCIAL COMMITTEE

SUNSHINE COMMITTEE

Recruits volunteers, connects parents to service opportunities, and encourages continued parent involvement.

Organizes community-building events, teacher appreciation efforts, and special parent and student activities.

Coordinates care, encouragement, and support for families and community members during times of need or celebration.

EVENTS AND ON-CAMPUS VOLUNTEERING VOLUNTEERING FOR EVENTS Volunteering for events is one of the most exciting and rewarding ways to be involved at Bishop Lynch. Event committees allow parents to work together, build friendships, and help create memorable experiences – all while providing essential support to Bishop Lynch’s mission.

The Legacy Gala Committee creates an unforgettable evening that celebrates Bishop Lynch while raising important support for tuition assistance and merit-based scholarships.

The BL Bingo Committee hosts an evening of fun and philanthropy for women in the Bishop Lynch community benefiting the Gala and funding student scholarships.

The BL Golf Classic Committee plans a spirited day on the green focused on community, school pride, and philanthropy.

Believe in BL is a parent-led fundraising campaign for the Fund for Bishop Lynch that gives families a meaningful way to support the school’s mission and make a direct impact on the student experience.

VOLUNTEERING ON CAMPUS Volunteering on campus is a wonderful way to support Bishop Lynch during the school day while staying connected to campus life. Parents who serve on campus help create a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff, and provide tremendous benefit to BL through their investment of time.

Volunteering in The Locker is a great way to engage with students and visitors while supporting daily campus life. Volunteers assist customers, organize merchandise, restock items, and help the store run smoothly.

LIBRARY Volunteering in the Library is a meaningful way to support learning and help maintain a welcoming space for students and faculty. Volunteers may assist with organization, projects, and other needs that help keep the library running efficiently.

ATHLETICS AND FINE ARTS VOLUNTEERING IN ATHLETICS Volunteering in athletics is a fun and impactful way for parents to get involved while supporting Friar teams and building relationships with other families.

CONCESSIONS Create a welcoming and spirited game-day experience by assisting with the sale of food and drinks.

GATE SUPPORT Greet families, assist with admission to games, and welcome visitors.

TEAM PARENTS Help with communication, encouragement, and season-related needs.

FRIAR ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION The Friar Athletic Association (FAA) works alongside the Athletic Department to promote sportsmanship, character, and community while creating opportunities for parents to support student-athletes through membership, service, and fellowship.

VOLUNTEERING IN FINE ARTS Parents play a meaningful role in supporting the Bishop Lynch Fine Arts Department through active volunteer involvement across band, choir, theater, dance, art, ceramics, and sculpture. The Fine Arts program is a vibrant part of campus life, offering students opportunities to express creativity, build confidence, and share their talents with the Bishop Lynch community and beyond.

These experiences are made possible in part through the generous support of our parent volunteers, who give their time, energy, and talents in many valuable ways.

THEATER DEPARTMENT Assist with set construction, props, costumes, backstage support, and hospitality.

BAND Support the band with logistics, meal coordination, and chaperoning during games and competitions.

CHOIR Help prepare for concerts and events and serve as trip chaperones.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Support visual arts workshops and serve as ushers at performances, concerts, and recitals.

WAYS TO INVEST YOUR TREASURE Your financial support of Bishop Lynch is an investment in the daily life, long-term strength, and future promise of the school. Every gift helps sustain a community where students are formed in faith, challenged in the classroom, supported by exceptional faculty and coaches, and given opportunities to believe and belong. Forty-five percent of students receive some sort of financial aid to make their BL experience a reality. Bishop Lynch’s giving structure makes it possible for donors to support both immediate needs and lasting priorities, whether through annual operating support, tuition assistance, endowments, or major campus improvements.

If you are interested in learning more about how you can make an impact by investing your treasure at Bishop Lynch High School, please reach out to Director of Development Jordan Haverly at jordan.haverly@bishoplynch.org or 214-324-3607 ext. 4139.

GIVING AT BISHOP LYNCH SUPPORTS TODAY’S NEEDS AND TOMORROW’S OPPORTUNITIES.

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES THE FUND FOR BISHOP LYNCH The Fund for Bishop Lynch is the cornerstone of the school’s philanthropy. It provides unrestricted and restricted operating budget support that sustains the day-to-day BL experience for students.

Donors who make annual gifts of $1,963+ - the year of the school’s founding - become members of the Presidential Leadership Society.

AREA OF GREATEST NEED

Supports the daily experiences and resources that elevate student learning and formation across campus.

FACULT Y SUPPORT

Helps Bishop Lynch attract and retain outstanding teachers and coaches through competitive compensation and professional development.

TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Supports need-based financial aid so deserving students have the opportunity to attend Bishop Lynch.

THE FUND FOR BL PROJECTS

Allows donors to support tangible annual projects identified by school leadership as opportunities for strategic improvement.

CAPITAL PROJECTS Distinct from annual operating support and dedicated to major campus improvements, like recent renovations to athletic facilities.

ENDOWMENT AND NAMED SCHOLARSHIPS Creates long-term resources that benefit students and the school well into the future.

PLANNED GIVING A future-focused investment through options including a bequest, charitable gift annuity, IRA charitable rollover, or beneficiary designations.

SCAN TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THESE GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

READY TO GET INVOLVED? SAFE ENVIRONMENT In alignment with Bishop Lynch’s culture of safety, all adults who volunteer or work around students are required to be cleared through the Diocese of Dallas Safe Environment program. The clearance process includes training in protecting vulnerable populations, a screening interview, and background checks. The VIRTUS platform is used to facilitate and track the clearance process.

SCAN TO GET STARTED! All requirements must be completed before you may begin volunteering.

CONTACTS BLPA, BL GOLF CLASSIC, DADS CLUB, GALA

Elizabeth Chavez, Director of Parent Engagement and Events | elizabeth.chavez@bishoplynch.org

THE FUND FOR BL

Jordan Haverly, Director of Development | jordan.haverly@bishoplynch.org

ATHLETICS AND THE FRIAR ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

Alex Cantillo, Director of Athletics | alex.cantillo@bishoplynch.org

FINE ARTS

Catherine Brockette, Director of Fine Arts | catherine.brockette@bishoplynch.org

THE LOCKER

LK Pierotti, Retail Purchasing Manager | lk.pierotti@bishoplynch.org

LIBRARY

Lisa Keelan, Librarian and Media Specialist | lisa.keelan@bishoplynch.org

SAFE ENVIRONMENT

Valerie Guzman, Safe Environment Coordinator | valerie.guzman@bishoplynch.org

COMPLETE THE PARENT INTEREST SURVEY SO WE CAN ASSIST YOU IN IDENTIFYING OPPORTUNITIES THAT ALIGN WITH YOUR GIFTS AND TALENTS.

NOTES

DATES TO REMEMBER

KEY PARENT EVENT DATES FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

SUMMER June 11 June 18 June 25 July 9 July 16 July 23 July 30

Friar Friends Social Friar Friends Social How to Senior Presentation Friar Friends Social Friar Friends Social Friar Friends Social How to Senior Presentation

FALL August 4 August 11 September 8 September 9 September 16 September 29 October 12-17 October 13 October 26 November 5 November 10 November 15

Dads Club Gathering BLPA Meeting BLPA Meeting Triumph of the Heart Movie Screening How to Hoco Presentation Dads Club Gathering BLHS Homecoming BLPA Meeting BL Golf Classic BL Bingo BLPA Meeting Grandparents Day

WINTER January 12 January 19 February 9 February 13

BLPA Meeting Dads Club Gathering BLPA Meeting Legacy Gala

SPRING March 9 March 30 April 13

BLPA Meeting Dads Club Gathering BLPA Meeting

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