The volunteer spirit found in the St. Vincent de Paul School community is one of our greatest strengths. Parent involvement is an essential element to promoting spiritual growth and academic success.
Every year, parents and other volunteers donate hundreds of hours of their time to making sure ongoing needs and special events are fully staffed. Parents have numerous opportunities to get involved in their child’s school. Many of our long-standing traditions and activities at St. Vincent de Paul are only made possible because of the help of our parents. All volunteers working during the school day or when students are present need to be safe environment certified from the Archdiocese of Omaha.
Health Screening: Volunteers are needed to assist the school nurse in completing student health screenings. Please contact Natalie Gonzalez, School Nurse, at nurse@svdpomaha.org with questions.
Adopt-a-Room Cleaning: Volunteers assist the school and parish by deep cleaning one room over the summer. If you have questions or would like to sign up, please contact Chris Gries at griesc@svdpomaha.org for more information.
Catholic Schools Week: Catholic Schools Week is an annual, week-long celebration that typically takes place at the end of January and showcases the academic excellence, faith-filled education and community service of Catholic schools. Volunteers coordinate with a staff committee in planning activities and assist with student and parent pizza lunch. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Nancy Maiers at nancy.e.maiers@gmail.com for more information.
6th-8th Speech Team Assistant: Every year, we ask one volunteer assist school staff in helping students interested in public speaking practice for speech contests. The teams practice and compete December through May. If you are interested in volunteering or have questions, please contact Mr. Jerry Leever, SVdP English Teacher, at leeverj@svdpomaha.org.
Grandparents/Special Friends Days: Every school year, we celebrate the special people in our students’ lives with a Grandparents and Special Friends Day by inviting them to a Mass and reception. Volunteers assist with activities including set up and clean up. A sign-up link will be emailed to parents in specific grades to let them know about volunteer opportunities for each event. 2026-2027 dates:
Grades 7 & 8: Sept. 21, 2016
Grades 3 & 4: Sept. 22, 2026
Grades 5 & 6: Oct. 19, 2026
Grades K-2: April 12, 2027
SVdP Book Bowl: SVdP 7th and 8th grade students compete against more than 20 different school teams at the SVdP Book Bowl. Volunteers assist with the competition during the afternoon and/or evening of the event. If you have questions or would like to volunteer, please contact Mrs. Chris Kaiser, SVdP Media Specialist, at kaiserc@svdpomaha.org.
6th Grade Seder Meal: During Lent, 6th grade students hold a seder meal as an educational experience to understand the Jewish roots of the Eucharist. Volunteers help prepare, serve and share in this special meal. If you are interested or would like to learn more, please contact Mrs. Diane Warneke at warneked@svdpomaha.org. An online signup form will be available second semester.
Career Day: In the spring, SVdP organizes a career day for students in grades 6-8. Volunteers assist the guidance counselor in scheduling speakers and working on the day of the event. If you are interested or would like to learn more, please Contact Mrs. Nancy Skudlarek, SVdP Counselor, at skudlarekn@svdpomaha.org.
Field Days: Every May, the school hosts a Field Day where students participate in multiple outdoor games and activities. Volunteers assist with these outdoor activities. If you have questions or would like to volunteer, please contact Brian Boone booneb@svdpomaha.org for more information.
Kindergarten Round-Up: Volunteers come and interact with incoming Kindergarteners on the day of Round-Up, assisting school staff as needed. If you are interested or would like to learn more, please contact Courtney Eden at edenc@svdpomaha.org.
Welcoming New Families: Become a part of welcoming new families to SVdP! Volunteers contact families enrolling new students to welcome them and answer any questions they may have. If you are interested or would like to learn more, please contact Courtney Eden at edenc@svdpomaha.org.
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