Guide to philanthrophy and service 2015

Congressional School

Guide to Philanthropy and Service

Core Values Cares | Inspires | Collaborates | Nurtures | Celebrates

Congressional School is a co-ed, independent, day school serving 340 students, Infants through Grade 8, on a 40-acre campus in Falls Church, Virginia. Founded in 1939 by Malcolm and Evelyn Devers, Congressional School proudly prepares students for success in high school and beyond.

“We are thankful to everyone who chooses to make Congressional School a priority in their philanthropic and volunteer endeavors.”

– Board of Trustees “We want the best for our children and we see The Congressional Fund as an investment in their future.”

– Current Parent “We volunteer because it supports the faculty at Congressional and also models what it means to give back.”

– Current Parent

A sample of recent matriculations include:

Independent Schools

Public Schools

Edmund Burke School Flint Hill School Georgetown Day School Georgetown Preparatory School Gonzaga College High School Madeira School Mercersburg Academy (PA) National Cathedral School Potomac School Phillips Exeter Academy (NH) St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School Washington International School

George Mason High School J.E.B. Stuart High School Langley High School McLean High School Oakton High School Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

There are many ways to support our school and we invite you to join us.

The Congressional Fund Caring for Congressional Throughout our history, Congressional School has benefited from a culture of philanthropy. Our most important annual fundraising effort, The Congressional Fund, ensures that we meet the daily needs of our students, faculty and programs. Support for Congressional School comes from all constituent groups – parents, alumni, faculty, staff, the Board of Trustees and local businesses. Participation is key and every gift, regardless of size, makes a difference. Your tax-deductible gift provides professional development experiences for our faculty, the ability to sustain and enhance key academic programs and augment the budget.

Giving Circles Strategic Partner: Trustee Circle:

Executive Circle: Leadership Circle: Benefactor:

Patron:

Friend:

$10,000 or more $5,000 - $9,999 $2,500 - $4,999 $1,000 - $2,499 $500 - $999 $250 - $499 less than $249

Gifts of $1,000 or more are considered Leadership Gifts and will be acknowledged annually at The Congressional Fund Leadership Reception in the Fall.

Ways to Give • • • • • • •

Donors may also arrange monthly recurring gifts. Please contact Chris Pryor for more details.

Phone – Call Chris Pryor at 703.533.8167.

Pledge – Make a pledge after September 1, 2015 and pay your pledge by August 31, 2016.

Mail – Send a check to Congressional School and note “The Congressional Fund” in the memo.

Online – Visit www.congressionalschools.org/giving and make a secure gift online.

Stock – Call Chris Pryor at 703.533.8167.

CFC – Federal employees may give through the Combined Federal Campaign (#40837) Matching Gift – Check with your employer and double your giving!

Chris Pryor Director of Advancement 703-533-8167 cpryor@csov.org

Additional Ways to Give

Sponsorship and Underwriting: September 1 – August 31 Generous support comes from current parents, Board Members, independent high schools, local businesses and friends of Congressional School. Funds raised through sponsorship and underwriting support major events throughout the year. In addition, sponsors and underwriters enjoy a variety of benefits and are recognized throughout the 2015-2016 academic year. www.congressionalschools.org/sponsorship

Gala: April 16, 2016 Hosted in April, the Gala is one of our largest community events of the year. This year’s theme is Congo Nights: A 70’s Flashback! Families from across Congressional School, volunteer and help raise needed funds to support a major school project. Recent projects have been the new Lower & Middle School playground, Sport Court, building and classroom improvements as well as enhancements in technology. Themes ranged from All that Glitters, A Gatsby Gala, Mission Possible and Swing into Spring in past years. www.congressionalschools.org/gala

Shop and Support We partner with Harris Teeter, Giant, Target, Box Tops for Education and Amazon Smile to provide an additional source of revenue for school enhancements. By registering with one of these organizations, you can support Congressional simply by shopping. www.congressionalschools.org/shopandsupport

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Volunteering at Congressional Congressional School is a vibrant community and appreciates the important role that the Congressional School Parent Organization (CSPO) plays in “Welcoming Families and Building Community.”

CSPO Leadership President Vice President Early Childhood Coordinator Lower School Coordinator Middle School Coordinator

Amy Kang Cheryl Vance Sona Virdi Stephanie Christacos Chris Pisani

Welcome Back to School Party Middle School Family Night School Picture Day Fall Festival International Night Early Childhood Family Night Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day Winter Concert Reception Homecoming Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Lower School Family Night Student Musical Production Middle School Art Show Gala Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week Field Day Graduation Dinner Graduation

September 11, 2015 September 18, 2015 October 19, 2015 October 31, 2015 November 13, 2015 November 20, 2015 November 24, 2015 December 11, 2015 January 15, 2016 January 18, 2016 February 26, 2016 March 11, 2016 April 10, 2016 April 16, 2016 May 2-6, 2016 June 4, 2016 June 9, 2016 June 10, 2016

Additional Additional Volunteering Volunteer

Opportunities

Admission Ambassadors

Admission Ambassadors Advancement Office Advancement Office Athletics Athletics Fine Arts Fine Arts Library Library Uniform Exchange Uniform Exchange

For more information about volunteering, please contact Amy Kang, CSPO President, or sign up in Connections

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