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Parents' Association

We are excited to share in this remarkable, life-changing journey with you and your child.

As the parent of a currently enrolled student, you officially become a member of the Parents' Association (PA). There are no dues, no mandatory meetings or commitments, but rather an open-ended invitation to join us in one of the many ways we are working together to enhance our students' experience at Shattuck-St. Mary's. We value your insight, your life experience, your passion, your commitment to your child, and we welcome your involvement, whether large or small.

The Parents' Association has monthly meetings where we plan fun events during family weekends, seasonal campus decorating, staff appreciation week, Sabre Surprise gift packages for students, and snacks for the students during final exams among other activities. Additionally, we continually look for ways to build connections and support for all parents. 

Upcoming Events

Parents' Association Coffee Chat
April 11, 8:00-9:00 A.M. CST
Shumway 5 / zoom (link: https://s-sm-org.zoom.us/j/83703940622?pwd=YnNqdkpUa0Vnc2gvYUowSFMzMzMwZz09)
Hosted by: Parent Panel
Grab some coffee in Morgan Refectory and join us in Shumway 5 -or via Zoom- and connect with our Parent Panel. These SSM Parents have current (Middle and Upper) and recently graduated SSM students. Ask your questions, meet parents, or just hear about their experiences. This will be our last Coffee Chat for the 2024-25 year. 


Finals Snacks Volunteer Sign-Up
Sign up for a shift(s) to monitor the snack table during Finals Week, May 19-21


Staff Appreciation Week
May
More information to come...

 

SSM Yeti Tumblers For Sale


The YETI fundraiser is back by popular demand! This year, the SSM Parents' Association is offering a custom YETI 20oz tumbler for $40. All proceeds raised help support student needs here on the SSM campus.

Mugs can be shipped for $15.

YETI Order Form

 

Sabre Surprise Care Packages

In an effort to encourage and connect with our students and faculty, the Parents' Association is offering a fun opportunity for you to purchase a “Sabre Surprise” care package. This fun surprise is available to both boarding and day students and is easy to order.

Simply complete the order form below and members of the SSM Parents’ Association will coordinate the delivery of the Sabre Surprise care package with the help of our fabulous School Store staff. Each Sabre Surprise is $25 and will be sure to brighten the day of your favorite SSM student, coach, or teacher. We will do our best to deliver the packages within two days to the school store where Ms. Peper will send them an email alerting them to their surprise. Your student will pick up their care package in the school store.

Choose from any of the following Sabre Surprise themes:

  • Game Day/Athlete Care Package – Filled with items to help your favorite athlete before, during, and after a game, this Sabre Surprise will provide hydration, snacks, travel items, and a fun surprise to help with team bonding and those long travel days.
  • Cozy/De-Stress Care Package – Put a warm smile on your student’s face with comfort food, hot chocolate, and some playful items like a fidget spinner and an SSM stress ball.
  • Happy Birthday Package – Everyone deserves something special on their birthday! Surprise your loved one with a birthday care package filled with an SSM water bottle, yummy treats, and a special SSM keepsake. In order to ensure delivery on their special day please order one week prior to their birthday.
  • Teacher/Nurse/Staff/Coach Appreciation - Show your appreciation with a Sabre Surprise filled with an assortment of items that will help them feel your love and gratitude.
  • Finals Fuel - Provide that extra boost and encouragement for finals week.

 

Order A Sabre Surprise today!

 

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE STUDENTS OF SHATTUCK-ST. MARY’S!!

Questions? Comments?

Have a question for other SSM parents? Click the button below to submit a question to the PA and we will get back to you as soon as we can!

Submit a Question Here

2024-2025 President 
Amy Woolf
"This is my fourth year involved with the Parents' Association. My daughter, Lucy, graduated in 2022, and was part of the Girls Soccer COE. My son, Matthew, is a senior, plays on the U19 Boys Soccer team, and commutes to SSM. We live in Lino Lakes, MN."


2024-25 Vice President 
Maggie Robinson
"I have two boys in the Soccer COE, Max (Boarding), a sophomore, and Lloyd (Day), a senior. We are from Florida, but also reside in Faribault."


2024-25 Secretary
Kristin Ondecko Ligda
"This will be my daughter, Brooklyn’s, first year at SSM. She will Board and be part of the Girls Hockey COE. We are from Pennsylvania but recently acquired a home in Faribault for visits."


2024-2025 Leadership Team
Lori Bittenbender
We live here on the campus of Shattuck-St. Mary's where my husband teaches chemistry. My daughter is a senior and does mountain biking and track for the local teams. My son is in 7th grade and runs cross country and plays hockey."

Donna Sorenson
"Originally from California, we moved to Faribault three years ago. Our son, Dane, is part of the Hockey COE and is a senior this year. This will be my fourth year on the PA."

Amy Cerutti
"Our daughter, Emma Cerruti, is a boarding student. She is a junior in the Hockey COE. We live in Norwell, MA."

Nicky Lunderby
"I am starting my 3rd year at SSM as the Executive Assistant to the Head of School and the Board of Trustees. I have a 9th grader at SSM and a 3rd grader at the STEM school on the St. James campus. I coach softball, lead two Girl Scout troops, and watch my kids play hockey in my free time!"

Elsa Vella
"This is my 4th year as a parent at SSM. I have two daughters, a 9th grader and a 7th grader, who attend SSM. My family is from Rochester, but we live in Faribault during the week while the girls attend school. In my free time, I like to travel, explore new places, and hang out with my husband and kids."


2024-2025 Committee Chair
Staff Appreciation Committee
Lori Bittenbender
Donna Sorenson

Campus Decorating Committee
Nicky Lunderby

Family Weekend 
Amy Woolf
Elsa Vella
Maggie Robinson

Yeti Sales
Nicky Lunderby

Finals Snacks
Amy Cerutti

Whipple Weekly
Kristin Ondecko Ligda