St. Jerome’s School hit a high note in community engagement as it hosted its annual fall supper on September 26 at the Vermilion Regional Center. The event, which saw both the 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. sittings sold out, can be aptly described as a resounding success for the school.
Co-organizers and St. Jerome employees Carla Protsch and Amy Jackson, “We sold all of our 800 tickets, with 400 diners at the 5 p.m. sitting and an additional 400 at the 6:30 p.m. sitting.” The turnout showed the school’s strong ties to the community and its ability to bring people together for a wonderful evening.
What truly made this fall supper a standout event was not just the numbers but the quality of the experience. Members of the public couldn’t help but praise the delectable supper items and mouthwatering desserts that graced their plates. The evening’s centerpiece, the roast, was sourced from the Vermilion Packers, ensuring top-notch quality. Protsch and Jackson explained, “The meat was cooked and cut there, but the rest of the groceries were generously donated by families and staff.”
The duo was quick to emphasize the collaborative effort that made this feast possible. “Community volunteers as well as parent volunteers helped prepare the food. Our grade 10 class was involved with many of the preparations and hall setup as well. Charlene Young with Lasting Impressions and her team assisted with cooking the meal. Staff all volunteered for food service and cleanup for the evening,” they said.
Both Jackson and Protsch couldn’t hide their admiration for the students, staff, and the broader St. Jerome’s school community. “We are beyond thankful for our returning volunteers and the assistance of the staff that helped make this event happen. Without the donations of food items from families we couldn’t host such a wonderful community event,” said Jackson.
During both dinner sittings, the parent council hosted a 50/50 raffle draw with a draw made at each sitting. The funds raised were given back to the students through awards.
The success of this fall supper not only fostered a sense of unity but also served a meaningful purpose. All proceeds from the evening will be channeled towards supporting school/student activities.
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