String Parents Association
The String Parents Association (SPA) comprises parents of students in Stevenson’s orchestra and guitar programs who would like to assist our musicians by raising money for trips (domestic and international), providing hospitality at concerts, and helping with uniforms, membership, and other areas.
Calling all Guitar and Orchestra Parents and Families!
There are several Board and Committee positions open for SPA for next school year and we have opportunities for every interest and schedule. All Board Members require a full year commitment, but on average, the position only takes up a few hours per month. Contact our Volunteer Chair at shs.stringparents@gmail.com with your availability and interests and we will match you with an appropriate experience.
About the SPA
About the SPA
We invite all families and supporters of first year SHS Strings students to join SPA and strongly encourage all families to renew their memberships on an annual basis.
Not only do you support all SPA activities, consistent membership allows your strings student to be eligible for trip donations from SPA as well as the opportunity to apply for the SPA scholarships in their senior year.
2019-20 String Parent Association Members
JOIN SPA
SPA WEBSITE
2020-21 Virtual SPA Meetings
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/98278110280
All meetings are on Mondays at 6 PM and will be held virtually.
- September 13, 2021
- October 4, 2021
- November 1, 2021
- December 6, 2021
- January 10, 2022
- February 7, 2022
- March 7, 2022
- April 4, 2022
- May 2, 2022
- June 6, 2022
Contact SPA
For questions regarding SPA, contact our board members at:
shs.stringparents@gmail.com
Executive Board
2020-21 Board Members
Directors of Orchestra and Guitar
Enrique Vilaseco (Director)
Anthony Krempa (Associate Director)
Michael Tseitlin (Guitar)
President
Ina Bautista-Villano
Vice President
Arlette Luviano
Secretary
Wei Guo
Treasurer
Goma Srinivasan
SPA Chairs
Communications/Website
Ina Villano
Fundraising
Amy Chan
Co-Chair: TBD
Hospitality
Judy Zeller
Co-Chair: TBD
Membership/Donations
Wei Liu
Co-Chair: TBD
Trip Treasurer
TBD
Uniforms
Judy Zeller
Co-Chair: Irene Liem-Shum
Volunteers
Manisha Dharrao
Meeting Minutes
Meeting Minutes
Minutes from String Parents Association meetings:
2018-19 School Year
- March 11, 2019
- Feb. 4, 2019
- Jan. 14, 2019
- Dec. 3, 2018
- Nov. 5, 2018
- Oct. 15, 2018
- Sept. 17, 2018
- Aug. 13, 2018
- June 4, 2018
2017-18 School Year
- Annual Meeting Minutes - May 8, 2018
- April 30, 2018
- April 9, 2018
- March 12, 2018
- Feb. 12, 2018
- Jan. 16, 2018
- Dec. 6, 2017
- Nov. 13, 2017
- Oct. 16, 2017
- Sept. 11, 2017
- Aug. 21, 2017
2016-17 School Year
2015-16 School Year
2014-15 School Year
2013-14 School Year
- April 14, 2014
- March 11, 2014
- Feb. 18, 2014
- Jan. 13, 2014
- Dec. 9, 2013
- Nov. 18, 2013
- Oct. 14, 2013
- Sept. 9, 2013
2012-13 School Year
Scholarships
Fundraisers
String Parent Association Fundraisers
- April 27, 2021: Cafe Zupas
- March 31, 2021: Portillo's Fundraiser
- Feb. 22-March 19, 2021: 4 Weeks of Giving
- Jan. 22, 2021: Panda Express in Vernon Hills
- Nov. 24, 2020: Student Individual Account Fundraiser
- Sept. 26, 2020: Panera Bread
- Aug. 31, 2020: Portillos in Vernon Hills
April 27, 2021: Cafe Zupas
SPA is partnering with Café Zupas, located at 887 N. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills IL, to host a fundraiser supporting Stevenson's orchestra and guitar programs. Stop by tomorrow, April 27, from 4-9 p.m. for dine-in or take-out and let the cashier know you are with the fundraiser, or check out via the Café Zupas mobile app or online orders and enter FUNDRAISER25 at checkout.
March 31, 2021: Portillo's Fundraiser
Feb. 22-March 19, 2021: 4 Weeks of Giving
Join the String Parents Association (SPA) Feb. 22-March 19, 2021 for our 4 Weeks of Giving - Talent, Treasure, and Time initiative, which highlights and supports efforts to enhance our students’ music education!
Talent
Watch the Strings Winter Concert Showcase – a special virtual presentation of works from members of the Guitar and Orchestra classes on Thursday, Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. via Zoom.
Treasure
Donate to our unique fundraiser! We have identified a donor who will MATCH ALL DONATIONS dollar for dollar up to $1,000. Donations made through March 19, 2021 will be eligible. Donate via the School Store.
Time
SPA NEEDS VOLUNTEERS! We are looking for next year’s Board Members and Committee Chairs/members. There are many opportunities for different interests and schedules. Learn more about volunteering.
Jan. 22, 2021: Panda Express in Vernon Hills
Help us raise money for the SHS String Parents Association!
How to participate
In-Store: Bring a paper or digital version of the fundraiser flyer on Friday, Jan. 22 between 10:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m., to the Panda Express located at 252 E. Townline Road, Vernon Hills, IL 60061.
Online: Enter 320413 in the promo code box during online checkout at order.pandaexpress.com.
Download the flyer below for more information
Nov. 24, 2020: Student Individual Account Fundraiser
Help our Strings Students raise funds for their Individual Accounts! You can do it by ordering holiday gifts, cookies and other goodies.
Register for FREE at www.shopfund.com! More information at https://sites.google.com/
Don't delay - Deadline for orders is Tuesday, November 24!
Sept. 26, 2020: Panera Bread
Aug. 31, 2020: Portillos in Vernon Hills
Uniforms/Attire
Uniforms/Attire
Uniform requirements for Stevenson Strings students for the 2021-22 School Year:
Stevenson, Concert, Symphonic Orchestra (both boys and girls)
- All-black ensemble (see Policy Change here)
- Orchestra Polo (purchased once for personal use)
We are pleased to inform you that the Superstore options for the required Orchestra Polo have been updated.
ORCHESTRA POLO ORDERS
If you already own the Orchestra Polo Shirt, there is no need to re-order.
Questions? Please email shs.stringparents@gmail.com.
Patriot Orchestra ONLY
Boys
- Tuxedo Jacket and Pants (rented annually)
- Tuxedo Shirt, Bowtie and Cummerbund (purchased once for personal use)
- Orchestra Polo (purchased once for personal use)
Girls (Violin/Viola)
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Concert Dress (purchased once for personal use)
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Orchestra Polo (purchased once for personal use)
Girls (Cello/Bass)
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Concert Blouse (purchased once for personal use)
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Orchestra Polo (purchased once for personal use)
PATRIOT ORCHESTRA UNIFORM ORDERS
All Patriot Orchestra students have been sent information via email to submit their measurements/sizes online. You can also complete that information via these links:
- Patriot Orchestra - Boys - new and returning students
- Patriot Orchestra - Girls (violin/viola) - new and returning students
- Patriot Orchestra - Girls (cello/bass) - new and returning students
Tuxedo Pants and Orchestra Dresses come in one length and must be hemmed temporarily for the student. The pants cannot be cut. Download this coupon for hemming services.
Guitar Boys and Girls
- Guitar Polo (purchased once for personal use)
For all polo shirt purchases (Guitar and Orchestra), sizing is on the Superstore.
Additionally, there will be in-person Uniform support by the String Parents Association on the following days:
- Thursday, Aug. 5 - 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (lobby space outside Band Room)
- Friday, Aug. 6 - 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (lobby space outside Band Room)
Questions? Email shs.stringparents@gmail.com