Parent School Organization (PSO)
The Parent School Organization (PSO) is comprised of all parents/guardians of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School students.
The PSO's main goal is to build community within the school by sponsoring fun family activities, offering volunteer programs that enhance our Catholic faith, and coordinating fundraising efforts to benefit the school, students, and teachers. We are grateful for the support and participation of all parents, students, teachers and staff who make our school a special place to pray, learn, and care.
Parent involvement is a great asset to the StMM dynamic. The PSO invites you to volunteer your time and talents throughout the year.
Jump right in and help! Fill out our volunteer survey HERE
Click HERE For All PSO Event Dates for 2025-2026!
Sincerely,
Angela Malfeo, PSO President
Courtney Cunningham, VP
PSO@stmm.me
YOUR GENEROSITY MAKES AN IMPACT
EVERY DAY
Five years of giving, thoughtfully invested. This snapshot shows how PSO fundraising has been directed toward classroom support, safety initiatives, campus enhancements, and student experiences over the past five years.
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school assistance ministry (sam)
The School Assistance Ministry (SAM) exists to support members of the school community facing a medical hardship within their immediate family. The mission is simple: to remind families that they are not alone. Through a dedicated team of volunteers, SAM offers practical, compassionate support—including coordinating carpooling, babysitting, meal trains, house/yard work, and more.
Behind the scenes, the PSO helps connect families with the appropriate resources and volunteers. With coordination by SAM, school families have been supported through lunch and aftercare assistance, meal deliveries, restaurant gift cards, and—most importantly—a community rooted in care and understanding.
Families who wish to support the SAM effort are invited to do so in ways that feel comfortable and appropriate. Support may include responding to specific requests as they arise, offering prayers, contributing meals or gift cards, or supporting school-led efforts that make assistance possible. Every act of support—large or small—strengthens the community and helps ensure care is available when families need it most.
Families in need of support from are encouraged to reach out to sam@stmm.me. SAM chairperson Stephanie McFadden will work with the family—or a designated point of contact—to better understand needs and timing. If desired, volunteer opportunities may be shared with the school community through the weekly newsletter and the PSO website.
The hope is to continue building community, strengthening relationships, and living out Catholic values and the school motto in meaningful ways.
For parish members, SAM will collaborate with the Parish Assistance Ministry (PAM) to provide services.
SPRING VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Please read this section for our latest installment of people who make our busy and productive PSO the incredible group that it is!
Faculty and Staff Appreciation -A heartfelt thank you to Tammy Kuhls for her many years of leadership of the Faculty & Staff Appreciation Committee. Through thoughtful treats and gestures - such as the back to school breakfast and monthly surprises, culminating in a wonderful Appreciation Week each May—Tammy has helped ensure our teachers feel truly valued. We are extremely thankful for all of the time she has devoted. Thank you Tammy!
Gala - Lauren Stella, our exceptional gala chairperson, poured over a year of thoughtful planning, coordination, and creativity into bringing this biennial event to life. When a snowstorm forced a postponement and shift from the original venue to the school gym, she navigated the change seamlessly—reworking plans while preserving the vision and experience. Behind the scenes, the gala chair role requires countless hours of organizing, problem-solving, and balancing every detail. From early vision to final execution, her leadership set the tone for the entire experience. Thanks to her dedication-and her small but mighty team of volunteers - StMM celebrated an incredibly successful gala that truly delivered for our community.
Mother/Son Event - Joanne Krieger and Shay Fedewa have been the steady force behind this event for several years, bringing creativity, dedication, and most of all…FUN to the Mother/Son experience year after year. Their commitment has shaped this yearly celebration - whether an outdoor carnival, dressy dance, or high energy 80s retro shindig - into something our school community truly treasures. As this dynamic duo takes their final curtain call, we’re especially grateful for the time, energy, and care they’ve given—and the lasting impact they leave behind. Thank you Joanne and Shay!
Daddy/Daughter Dance - Laura Petersen and her loyal band of volunteers have thoughtfully brought our Daddy/Daughter Dance —our biggest and most anticipated dance of the year - to life for several years now. Her careful planning and special touches truly make the night feel magical, and her leadership has created an experience families truly cherish. There is a palpable buzz heard in the halls of StMM as this dance approaches, and we are thankful that, under Laura's leadership, we can deliver this special experience to our dads and daughters each year.
Room Parent Lead 5th-8th Grade - Christi-Ann Wiltberger has stepped into the new and important role of Room Parent Lead for grades 5 through 8, helping coordinate and support room parents and making sure that PSO-sponsored class parties meet the safety guidelines established by our administration and school nurse. This leadership post requires communication, organization, and a thoughtful approach to keeping everyone aligned—and she has done it all with consistency and care. Thanks to her efforts, room parents feel supported while parents are reassured that classroom celebrations remain appropriate and safe!
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Flutter Fest - Christie Mandia and Courtney Cunningham brought an immense amount of hard work and energy to Flutter Fest, making it one of the most joyful and well-run events of the year. From oversight of vendors and volunteers to managing countless moving pieces behind the scenes, to making critical last minute decisions, their planning and execution ensured a truly unforgettable experience for everyone. Thanks to their ownership and initiative, Flutter Fest was an outstanding, memorable day for our entire school community!
School Assistance Ministry - Stephanie McFadden leads the School Assistance Ministry (SAM) with compassion, discretion, and a deep commitment to supporting families in need. This role requires thoughtful facilitation and a steady, caring presence, often behind the scenes. Thanks to her experience and commitment, SAM has continued to provide meaningful support to those experiencing hardship within our school.
PSO Graphic Designer - Mary Walker stepped into a brand-new role this year and made an immediate and invaluable impact through her creative vision and dedication. She poured an incredible amount of time into designing truly standout logos and graphics that elevated the look and feel of PSO communications and events. The Moe Oscar statue which served as the cornerstone of our gala planning? We can all thank Mary for that, and it was no easy feat for her to accomplish!
Thanks to her talent and hard work, the marketing and recaps of PSO events this year felt more cohesive, and on-brand across the board.
Want to see your profile here one day? Email pso@stmm.me any time for volunteer opportunities!
Stmm Service project saturdays
We look forward to serving at St. Andrew the Apostle as a school family and supporting Brown Bag Ministry!
WINTER/SPRING DATES WILL BE ADDED SOON!
Treat a Teacher
Looking for a great way to say thank you to an StMM teacher or staff member? Families can now buy a delicious lunch from our very own cafeteria for any teacher, TA or staff member! Click HERE to treat a teacher to lunch!