THE POWER OF Community

PARENT SERVICE ORGANIZATION (PSO)

It has been such an honor to serve as PSO President for the 2022-2023 school year, and a privilege to work alongside the selfless parents, dedicated faculty and staff, and bright students to fulfill the PSO mission of building community through service.

I would like to thank Catherine Barber, PSO President Emerita; Mary Tysor, PSO Treasurer; and Tracey Ledoux, PSO Secretary, who have each supported our efforts as PSO officers and have contributed to this community in so many ways.

During this school year, the PSO committees accomplished many great things at St. Catherine’s, including:

• PSO Ambassadors organized playdates, and Parent Potlucks welcomed new families and connected them with the community.

• Friends of the Garden continued their efforts to maintain our beautiful campus by planting and weeding, and by preparing the grounds for community gatherings.

• Fall Fest and Spring Fling brought together SCM families, old and new, for potluck picnics and playground fun.

• Friends of the Atrium celebrated the liturgical year with Christian meditation, Rosaries, and saint dedications, and provided support for our monthly Mass.

• Friends of the Library and Friends of the Arts organized and helped coordinate the annual Book Fair and Christmas Concert.

• Book Club selected a nice variety of titles and hosted fun and thought-provoking discussions.

• Friends of Athletics supported our student-athletes, and Steps 4 Students organized Team SCM so we could proudly display our St. Catherine’s spirit at the annual 5K Run/Walk in downtown Houston.

• Sociables chairs coordinated 13 unique parties and activities throughout the year.

• Casa de Esperanza committee organized drives for back-to-school supplies and socks, underwear, and PJs in support of the children of Casa de Esperanza.

• Faculty and Staff Appreciation committee treated the amazing faculty and staff with goodies throughout the year, with highlights of the annual Chili Lunch and Dessert Soirée.

I am deeply grateful to each of these committees and to all the parents who attended events and meetings, chaperoned overnight trips and Going Out activities, and helped make the biennial gala a success. You helped St. Catherine’s return to much-loved traditions this year, and I thank you for your time, efforts, and love for our school community. You are all so very much appreciated!

Vy Collett PSO President, 2022-2024