Parents Association of Villa Maria

Your child is starting his or her journey at Villa Maria? It’s the perfect time to get involved. Join a community of parents proud to enrich school life at Villa Maria! All parents are welcome!

The APVM is the association of parents of French-sector students at Villa Maria. Led by volunteer parents, it has helped enrich the quality of life at the school for several years. You can have a positive impact on our students by becoming involved, along with other dedicated parents, as a board member or as a volunteer for activities.

what we do

We hold regular meetings with the School’s administration, in which all parents of French-sector students can participate and express themselves.
We fund academic, cultural, social and sports activities proposed by teachers, such as the Color Run, theatre outings and the graduation ball.
We celebrate the work and commitment of teachers by holding recognition activities.
We contribute to career days organized by the School.
We reward the academic success of students by awarding prizes.
And so much more!

2024-2025 executive board members

President

Martine Riendeau

Vice-President

Gabriela Nicolescu

Treasurer

Dana Simon

Secretary

Julie Verreau Howard

Administrators

Christophe Deckers
Anna Dritsas
Julie Verreau Howard
Josée-Lynn Karam
Karina Montminy
Gabriela Nicolescu
Martine Riendeau
Dana Simon

Member

Vacant

Observers

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the impact of the apvm according to them

“Representatives of the Student Council appreciate the fine collaboration we enjoy with the APVM every year. Its financial support allows us to plan recurring activities and specific projects such as the Green Fridays and lunchtime conferences.”

“The relationship between the School’s administration and the parents’ associations is essential and has, as its sole objective, the well-being of our beloved students. We are highly appreciative of the parents’ involvement in this regard.”

“The Techno-Farm, an urban agriculture project on campus, is generously supported by the APVM. This financing supports activities that allow students to enrich their scientific and technological knowledge.”

“Without the APVM, the performing arts workshops with Place des Arts would not be possible. Every year, for the past five years, we have been able to offer our students an opportunity to shine in the spotlights!”

“The APVM allows parents to make a sustainable contribution to the School’s educational project by providing financial support for the activities they have selected. Throughout the history of Villa Maria, it has always been there. It’s a winning partnership for all involved!”

All parents of French-sector students are invited to take part in these meetings.
2024-2025 Meeting Schedule
Example of the agenda of a past meeting
Minutes: request a copy of the minutes of a past meeting by writing to apvm@villamaria.qc.ca.

Governance

The APVM manages a budget of approximately $15,000, financed by voluntary annual contributions of $25 from the parents.
Every parent who has paid this contribution automatically becomes a member of the association for the year.
General regulations of the APVM

learn more about the APVM

Want to know more? Don’t hesitate to contact the APVM at apvm@villamaria.qc.ca.