Ontario Christian Parents Association (OCPA)

Whoever serves Me must follow Me; and where I am, my servant will also be.  My Father will honor the one who serves Me. – John 12:26

Welcome to the 2009-2010 school year!  You are invited to join other members of the OC family and participate in a variety of fundraising and service based activities this year.   If you are a parent or guardian of an Ontario Christian student you are already a member of the Parent Association.  We are blessed to have you as a part of this organization. 

The OCPA has a long history of supporting OC’s faculty and students.  Funds that are raised during the school year are used to pay for classroom supplies and special events which are not covered in the annual school budget. 

The Board Members for the 2009-2010 year:

Debbie Seadschlag – President  (909) 923-2333

Julie Conrad – Vice President (951) 736-5752

Carole Kuder – Secretary (909) 673-1003

Debbie Hauptman – Treasurer (909) 982-4884

Ann Olson – Vicar – (909) 941-0104

Members serve a two- year term of service and are installed each July.  Please call a board member if you are interested in serving or for more information. 

For this year our fundraisers will include:

SCRIP – An ongoing fund-raising program that provides an opportunity for you to earn money toward your tuition bill and raise funds for OC.  Scrip is another word for gift cards.  These gift cards can be used to pay for gas, groceries, entertainment, restaurants… The best part of this program is that you pay nothing extra for these cards and they are used for items you already buy.  Everyone who participates in this program receives two coupons annually to put toward their tuition.  This means the tuition paying parent saves money!  To learn more about this program, go to Scrip.

HARVEST FESTIVAL – OCPA is proud to present our annual Harvest Festival being held on November 6, 2009 from 2:00 to 6:00 pm at the High School Campus. (School will dismiss one hour early for this special occasion.)  This is a long-standing OC tradition with a carnival style, family friendly atmosphere.  This day will be filled with game booths, jumpers, delicious food, boutique style shopping and activities for all ages.  We need many willing hands to make this year’s festival a success!  Look for more information from your child’s teacher or if you would like to get involved please call Sandra Quintanilla –Harvest Festival Chair at (909) 947-4140 or Becky Schwartz Co-Chair at (909)590-3638.  Look for a flyer to come home with your student asking for volunteers and baked goods. 

MAGAZINE SALE

In February, 2010 we will be partnering with QSP and hosting a magazine sale.  Please save your subscriptions and renewals for this event.  Participating students will receive special prizes and treats.  OC receives 40% of all sales from this fundraiser.  More information will be sent home when this event draws closer.  To help out with this program please contact Julie Conrad, OCPA Vice President (951) 736-5752.

INKJET and CELL PHONE RECYCLING – Kathleen Haagsma (909) 947-0451  Chairperson

This is a very simple and profitable way of raising funds.  Inkjet Cartridges can be brought to the school office and placed in the box marked “INKJET CARTRIDGES”.   Re-manufactured ink cartridges are not considered acceptable for this program. 

Got an older cell phone?  We will gladly receive cell phones that fit in the palm of your hand.  Please place them in a plastic bag and they also may be brought to the school office.  OC will receive up to $15.00 per cell phone that is donated.  The phones are then refurbished and then donated to domestic organizations and third world countries. 

BOX TOP for EDUCATION – Kari Braun (909) 393-7186 Chairperson

We also collect box tops from all General Mills products.  Each box top collected earns 10 cents for OC.  These box tops can also be turned into the school office or to your child’s teacher.  For questions or to volunteer please contact Kari.   Sign up to receive discounts, coupons and enter contests at the Box Top website www.btfe.com

ELEMENTARY HOT LUNCH PROGRAM

Alegre Foods serves hot lunch daily to our preschool – 8^th grade students.  Menus and order forms are distributed each month and must be returned with your payment promptly to ensure proper processing of all the orders.  Please refer to the hot lunch order form for more information or call Alegre Foods (909) 227-5000 with your questions. 

As a result of all of this fundraising your students are able to receive many opportunities and benefits.  On behalf of the OCPA Board we thank you in advance for all the time and effort you give to continue “Growing Christian Leaders” at Ontario Christian.