Step 6: Meet with interested parents

The purpose of this initial meeting is:

to connect with other interested parents and learn about their concerns and goals
introduce SCPN and how it can benefit the school
plan the next steps

Sample Agenda

As people enter the meeting, introduce yourself and ask them to sign in with their names and contact information.
Welcome and Opening Prayer (5-10 minutes)
- Begin with a prayer asking for St. Carlo’s intercession.
- Introduce yourself and share your interest in SCPN. Help set a positive and welcoming tone for the group.
Overview of SCPN (5 minutes)
- Hand out the SCPN charter.
- Read the mission statement out loud and give everyone a moment to read the rest on their own.
Group Reflection: Hopes for the Chapter (20 minutes)
- Invite everyone to share what they’re hoping the school will gain from starting a SCPN chapter.
Exploring Ideas & Interests (20 minutes)
- Revisit the sample list of activities in the charter
- Ask which ones people are most drawn to.
- Listen for common ground and start to form a general direction for the group’s first steps.
Closing (5 minutes)
- Express enthusiasm to work together.
- Let the group know that the next meeting will focus on planning the first activity.
- Set a date and time for that meeting.
- Close in prayer and thank everybody for their participation.