The Archbishop Mitty Parent Association (AMPA) brings parents together in support of the school and the greater community through social events and service opportunities. Volunteer or attend an upcoming AMPA event and experience firsthand the many benefits of becoming involved in the Mitty community!
There is no need to sign up to be part of the parent association. By nature of having a student enrolled at Mitty, all Mitty parents are automatically considered AMPA members.
The AMPA Leadership is composed of nominated volunteer leaders who serve as liaisons to the AMHS parent community as well as spearhead, lead and volunteer for various AMPA and AMHS sponsored events and programs. Each leader serves on one or more of the following committees: Athletic Program Support, Performing Arts Program Support, Hospitality, Mailing, Social Events, and Auction. Each grade level is also led by two Class Representatives, who organize and lead social activities for parents and caregivers to help build a strong parent community and encourage parent participation/volunteering at school and AMPA events. In addition, AMPA is led by a core group of parent volunteers:
2023-24 AMPA Leadership
President – Stephanie deRaynal
President-Elect – Rich Surprenant
Secretary – Jennifer Hsu
Financial Coordinator – Suki Huang
Volunteer Coordinator – Lynn Brown
Over 600 parents annually provide vital support to Mitty through volunteerism. Nearly every AMHS event and student program is supported in some capacity by volunteers. Most volunteer activities take place after work hours. Volunteering might only take a few hours of your time, but is critical to the school, and is a great way to network with other parents, learn about your student’s environment, and share in the many traditions that make Mitty so unique and special.
To receive notifications of volunteer opportunities throughout the school year, complete the Volunteer Interest Signup form at https://mitty.ivolunteer.com/register. On this form you can select those programs and areas you would be interested in receiving volunteering information about. AMPA Committee Leads or school staff will reach out to you with volunteer opportunities as they arise.
If you have already completed a form in iVolunteer, follow the steps below to verify your areas of interest or make any updates:
If you have questions and would like to learn more about the exciting AMPA volunteer opportunities planned for the 2023-24 school year join us at one of the AMPA sponsored events listed below or reach out to ampapresident@mitty.com with questions.
Throughout the year, AMPA plans events and provides services that benefit the entire Mitty community. These activities provide invaluable assistance to the school and offer opportunities for parents to get to know one another and have some fun. Please check the AMHS newsletter or this site for updates as the year progresses. AMPA events include:
Concert in the Commons - Saturday, August 26, 2023
To kick off the new school year, Archbishop Mitty High School is excited to invite all parents to campus for our annual Concert in the Commons. We look forward to a wonderful evening of community, music and dancing. Parents are encouraged to bring folding chairs and their dancing shoes to enjoy live music provided by a local band. Please note - this event is for adults 21 or older. No children will be admitted. Purchase tickets here.
AMPA Tailgate Party – Friday, September 1, 2023
Enjoy a school tradition and kick-off the football season with your fellow Monarchs at Foothill College! Tickets for the pre-game barbeque must be purchased online in advance. Game tickets are available via GoFan. The Pep Band will be there to entertain us during the BBQ dinner. Come early and beat the parking crunch and get fueled up to cheer on the JV and Varsity teams. The Junior Varsity team kick-off is at 4:00 p.m. BBQ will be served between 5:30 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. followed by the Varsity team kick-off at 7:00 p.m. Purchase tickets here
AMHS Community Mass (For Parents/Guardians and AMHS Students) – Sunday, September 17, 2023
Parents/guardians and their AMHS student(s) of all faiths are invited to attend Archbishop Mitty’s Community Mass Breakfast. Mass begins at 9:30 a.m. followed by breakfast. Tickets are $35 each and can be purchased online.
The Mitty Auction – April 10 to April 14, 2024
The Mitty Auction is AMPA’s only fundraising event. Each year, with the support of our community, parents, alumni, and parents of alumni are invited to bid on hundreds of donated items with net proceeds benefiting our school. Many volunteers are needed and joining this team is a wonderful way to meet parents and support the school. Visit here for more information.
Senior Mother's Luncheon – Wednesday, April 17, 2024
This celebratory event is held in honor of our senior mothers to toast them and the support they have given to their students of the four high school years.
Senior Father's BBQ (Dads of Grads) – Wednesday, April 17, 2024
This celebratory event is held in honor of our senior fathers to toast them and the support they have given to their students of the four high school years.
Please help make our faculty/staff appreciation program a continued success by dropping off those sporting event tickets, theater tickets, gift certificates or vacation home vouchers that you are unable to use. All donations are tax-deductible. It is a wonderful and deeply appreciated way to recognize the enthusiasm and excitement of the phenomenal Mitty faculty and staff. You may also drop off your donation at the Main Office in care of Ms. Vivian Peng.
Vice President of Advancement
Mr. Keith Mathews
Director of Annual Giving and Special Gifts and AMPA Liaison
Mr. John Bennett
Director of Events Operations
Ms. Vivian Peng