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Heathwood Parents Association (HPA)

The mission of the Heathwood Parents Association (HPA) is to foster a strong partnership between school and home by encouraging parent involvement in all areas of school life. We support the faculty and staff in their work with students, welcome new families, and serve as enthusiastic ambassadors for Heathwood Hall.

 

What We Do

The HPA helps make Heathwood feel like home by:

  • Building Community through social events, student and parent gatherings, and welcoming activities for new families
  • Encouraging Volunteerism with opportunities for every schedule, skill, and interest
  • Promoting School Spirit in partnership with the Highlander Athletic Booster Club
  • Supporting Parent Learning through division-specific roundtables and informational events
  • Hosting Uniform Resale events twice a year to raise funds for HPA-supported programs

Whether you can commit a few hours or take on a larger role, every contribution is valued—and makes a real difference.

 

How We’re Organized

Each school division (Early Childhood & Lower, Middle, and Upper) is led by a Chair and Co-Chair, who assist our Parent Engagement Coordinator in coordinating events, volunteers, and communication.

Each grade also has two parent ambassadors who connect with new families and help guide them through their first year at Heathwood.

We believe that parent involvement is not just welcomed—it’s fundamental to our mission and culture.

 

Other Ways to Get Involved

There are many meaningful ways to volunteer beyond HPA activities, including:

  • 📝 Senior Exhibition Mentors
    Share your knowledge and experience as a committee member.
    Contact: Lisa Norman, Assistant Head of Upper School
  • 💼 Middle School Career Day
    Inspire students by speaking about your profession.
    Contact: Stacy Gross, Middle School Counselor
  • 📚 Library Assistance
    Volunteer in the Lower or Upper School Libraries.
    Contact: Jack Sutton or Susan Powell, Librarians
  • 🏢 Corporate Volunteering & PVTO
    Many companies offer volunteer grants or Paid Volunteer Time Off (PVTO). Use our employer lookup tool to see if your company participates and to access necessary forms.

  • Sign up to treat a MS or US teacher on their birthday.

     

Join Us!

We are so glad you’re part of the Heathwood community and invite you to get involved in whatever way works best for you. To learn more or sign up to volunteer, contact:

Julie Benoit
Parent Engagement Coordinator
📧 Julie Benoit · 📞 803-231-7732