G.I.V.E. provides volunteer support in educational, spiritual, social and financial activities that enhance the Vianney experience for parents, students and teachers. Being involved in G.I.V.E. is a chance for you to meet others who will support you in your parenting and high school education goals.
The all-volunteer G.I.V.E. program integrates the Vianney mission by serving as a liaison among faculty, administration, parents and students. You are automatically a member if you have a son or have had a son enrolled at Vianney.
Please be an active participant in your son’s life. To become a G.I.V.E. volunteer, simply complete the “Volunteer Sign-Up Form†below and click on “Submit.†A G.I.V.E. program representative will contact you for G.I.V.E. volunteer assignments. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Tim Peniston at: (314) 965-4853 ext. 166 or via e-mail at:tpeniston@vianney.com.
AFTER SCHOOL MONITOR
Vianney relies on volunteers to supervise students in the Media Center from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Contact Dennis Matreci, Assistant Principal, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 116 or via e-mail at:
dmatreci@vianney.com.
ALUMNI SPECIAL EVENTS
The mission of the Vianney Alumni Association is “to support and contribute to the educational mission of the school by fostering interest and involvement in Vianney among alumni. Volunteers are needed for a variety of alumni special events. For more information, please contact Tim Peniston at: (314) 965-4853 ext. 166 or via e-mail at:
tpeniston@vianney.com.
ANNUAL FUND CAMPAIGN
Every year, parents assist the school in raising money for the Annual Fund, which provides crucial revenue for such things as tuition assistance, technology and academic and curriculum programs. Volunteers are needed to assist with mailings, solicitations and phonathons. For more information contact Contact Mark Schuermann , Director of Special Events, (314) 965-4853 ext. 144 or via e-mail at:
mschuermann@vianney.comATHLETICS
Volunteers are needed in many capacities to support the athletics program, including, concessions, ticket sales, scoring, fundraising and office support. For more information, contact Dan Borkowski, Athletic Director, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 124 or
dborkowski@vianney.com.
BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT
The annual golf tournament is held each year at the Greenbriar Country Club in Kirkwood. Parents are needed to recruit players and sponsors and organize event logistics. This event is a great way for new parents to jump right in and meet fellow parents. For more information contact Contact Mark Schuermann , Director of Special Events, (314) 965-4853 ext. 144 or via e-mail at:
mschuermann@vianney.comCAFE
The Griffin Café is always in need of volunteers to assist with the distribution of lunch each day. For more information, please contact Chris Amelung, Director of Food Services, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 151 or via e-mail at:
camelung@vianney.com.
COLLEGE NIGHT REFRESHMENTS
Each September, Vianney hosts a College Night, which provides an opportunity for our young men to learn about a variety of colleges. We need volunteers to provide and/or serve refreshments at this event. Contact Dennis Matreci, Assistant Principal, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 116 or via e-mail at:
dmatreci@vianney.comDANCE CHAPERONE
Throughout the school year, Vianney students enjoy dances hosted at the school. We rely on volunteers to assist with these events. Contact Dennis Matreci, Assistant Principal, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 116 or via e-mail at:
dmatreci@vianney.com.
DRAMA ASSISTANCE
Volunteers assist with the preparations for the Fall and Spring productions. For more information, contact Al Book, Fine Arts, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 707 or
abook@vianney.comFACULTY APPRECIATION DINNER
Each Spring, Vianney hosts a faculty appreciation dinner. We depend on our generous volunteers to provide and/or serve food at this event. Contact Dennis Matreci, Assistant Principal, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 116 or via e-mail at:
dmatreci@vianney.com.
FATHER/SON BANQUET
Vianney relies on a student's parent to serve as a chairperson to work with the caterer to decide the menu. We also need Mothers to help with registration. For more information, please contact Dennis Matreci, Assistant Principal, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 116 or via e-mail at:
dmatreci@vianney.comGRIFFIN GEAR STORE
Vianney's Griffin Gear Store relies on volunteers to help with sale of Griffin gear and the daily operations of the shop. For more information on how you can help, please contact Judy O’Connell at (314) 965-4853 ext. 123 or via e-mail at:
joconnell@vianney.com.
HIGH SCHOOL NIGHTS
Volunteers are needed to speak to assemblies for parents whose sons are considering attending Vianney. These volunteer opportunities are handled by the Admissions staff. If you are interested in finding out how you can get involved as a speaker, please contact Tom Mulvihill, Director of Admissions, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 142 or via e-mail at:
tmulvihill@vianney.com.
HOMECOMING
Each Fall, Homecoming festivities include a variety of activities throughout the weekend. Volunteers are needed for all special events receptions, alumni pavilion, etc. For information on how you can help, contact Tim Peniston at: (314) 965-4853 ext. 166 or via e-mail at:
tpeniston@vianney.com.
JUNIOR-SENIOR MOM PROM
Vianney depends on volunteers to chair this event. The chairperson coordinates the event, including choosing the menu, picking souvenirs and other event details. For more information, please contact Dennis Matreci, Assistant Principal, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 116 or via e-mail at:
dmatreci@vianney.com.
NIGHT OF THE GRIFFIN AUCTION
The auction continues to be the largest annual fundraiser for Vianney. Numerous volunteers are needed for a variety of functions: gift acquisition, decorations, work at the bar or bank, work a booth, help with various mailings, assemble auction packets, assist with set-up and/or clean-up, etc. Contact Mark Schuermann , Director of Special Events, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 144 or
mschuermann@vianney.comOFFICE HELP
During the school day, there are many school offices that need assistance with mailings, special events and other student and alumni activities. Volunteers can either sign up for a scheduled time each week, or to be called when extra help is needed. For more information, please contact Pete Cerone, Director of Institutional Advancement, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 118 or via e-mail at:
pcerone@vianney.com.
OPEN HOUSE
Volunteers are needed to greet prospective 6th-8th grade students and their parents at the Annual Open House held in November each year. For more information, please contact Tom Mulvihill, Director of Admissions, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 142 or via e-mail at:
tmulvihill@vianney.com.
PARENTS CLUB EXECUTIVE BOARD
Every year, four (4) parents are recruited to plant the Senior party. Contact Dennis Matreci, Assistant Principal, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 116 or via e-mail at:
dmatreci@vianney.com.
SENIOR MOTHER-SON BRUNCH
Each Spring, one (1) parent volunteers to assume responsibility for coordinating the menu and other details for this event. Contact Dennis Matreci, Assistant Principal, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 116 or via e-mail at:
dmatreci@vianney.com.
WEEKEND WARRIORS
Weekend Warrior volunteers work to keep our school landscaping needs met. The group meets one or two weekends per quarter to clean, weed, plant and mulch the flower beds on the school grounds. For more information, contact Wendell DePhillips, Business Manager, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 155 or via e-mail at:
wdephillips@vianney.com.
