Parent Teacher Union (PTU)
Our Mission
In partnership with faculty and staff, the Parent Teacher Union strives to support and enhance the educational experience of every student through faith-based initiatives and active engagement in school activities. Together, we are committed to nurturing a compassionate and collaborative environment where academic excellence and spiritual growth thrive.
What We Do
St. Bernadette’s Parent Teacher Union (PTU) is a volunteer group of parents who organize and support various school activities, fundraisers, and events, contributing resources and volunteer efforts to improve school facilities and programs. Additionally, the PTU advocates for educational improvements and helps create a nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes academic excellence and overall well-being for all students.
In recent years, the PTU has been able to support new books for the School Library, Chrome Books for the Junior High, Recess Equipment for the Playground, Scholarships for 8th graders entering high school, along with assisting with other school needs. The PTU has also worked on fundraising efforts to support Catholic Schools Week, Power of the Pen and many other programs that allow our children to grow as a Catholic School community.
Join Us
We're always looking for passionate parents to volunteer with our Parent Teacher Union. Your time and talents can make a huge difference in our school community. Together, we can create amazing experiences for our students and support their academic and spiritual growth. Every bit of your time makes a big difference, even if your a availability is limited.
Why Volunteer?
Build strong connections with other parents and teachers
Support educational initiatives and school events
Make a positive impact on our students' lives
Please feel free to contact any PTU Officer or email us for more information or sign-up to get involved in an activity, including information about Event Committees and volunteer opportunities.
PTU Officers
Jennifer Leister (President)
Jennifer Lantz (Vice President)
Pamela Michel (Treasurer)
Stephanie Lentz (Secretary)
PTU Meeting Schedule 2025-2026
General PTU meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of every other month. We will alternate between in-person meetings (in the evening) and virtual meetings. Meetings are informal and open to all parents and guardians of students enrolled at St. Bernadette School.
For those who cannot attend in-person, you are always welcome to join virtually via Google Meet (link provided in Barking Bulldog). No password required.
PTU Meeting Minutes
We will share the meeting agenda and minutes in the Barking Bulldog that follows each meeting.
Contact Us
We want to hear from you - please consider sharing your feedback on how things are working (or not working) and reach out with any ideas you have on making our school’s PTU better!
The Bulldog Shop
Shopping for Spiritwear and School Gym shirts is easy and quick. The store is managed by the PTU board- orders are fulfilled every Friday once payment is received and confirmed. Orders are delivered to classrooms for students to bring home.
PTU Forms
For some of the more commonly used forms, we’ve provided direct links below. Please contact us at StBernadettePTU@gmail.com with any questions about how to complete these forms.
PTU Social