Purpose & Philosophy

  Founded in 2002, the Parents’ Association at Calvert School was conceived to provide an organized venue for families to become involved in the school, improve communications, and foster goodwill within the community. In keeping with the School’s philosophy of bundling expenses, parents do not pay annual dues and fundraising is specifically intended to support events that benefit or provide a service to the community as a whole. The three fundraising initiatives are the annual CSPA Parent Event, its accompanying $5,000 Tuition Raffle, and the Used Uniform Sale. Proceeds are used to cover operating expenses and to cover the costs of other CSPA sponsored events such as Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day and the Calvert Day Fair. In accordance with CSPA By-Laws, any additional proceeds are donated to the Annual Fund at the end of each school year.  Donating to the unrestricted Annual Fund is the most positive way to support the school and our students: It allows the School to use the funds where they are most needed; it benefits the school as a whole; and it is representative of all parents.