Parent Organization

The Saint Ignatius College Prep Parent Organization fuels fun events on campus. Our Mission Statement:

As a school of faith, in keeping with the Catholic tradition of service and upholding Jesuit values, the Parent Organization's mission is to organize and host events that heighten school spirit and encourage community togetherness while also supporting our Ignatius administrators and staff members. Every parent and guardian of a Saint Ignatius student is part of this special organization.

Our success is due to our ongoing, positive working relationship with faculty, staff, and administration, as well as the countless, tireless volunteer hours and contributions from our dedicated families. We invite you to join us, whether for a fun-filled community activity or to volunteer to help us make every Ignatius student, family member, and staff member feel welcome on Roosevelt Road!

Thank you in advance for helping us grow this beautiful community, and we look forward to seeing you!

AMDG

Volunteer

We cannot help your family make wonderful Wolfpack memories without YOU. Please consider volunteering for the Parent Organization, offering time for any one of the events we sponsor or support. We'd love for you to join in on the fun effort! Please fill out the form below to express interest in volunteering.

VOLUNTEER

Upcoming Events

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Freshmen Parent Speed Meeting
10/28/2026 6:00 PM to 10/28/2026 8:00 PM
Grand Gallery, Brunswick Room & Foglia Library

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Some of Our Event Traditions

Backyard BBQ

At the beginning of every new academic year, the Parent Organization hosts a hearty gathering with some brilliant barbeque and even better conversation! Meet our resident Jesuits and the school's leadership team. Talk with other parents about how your families are navigating the four years at Saint Ignatius College Prep.
Trivia Night

And the answer is???? Parent teams tackle trivia questions on one fun night every year. We've had as many as 275 people, including our resident Jesuits, battling it out for the brainy win. Most importantly, it's about sharing laughs and connecting with other Wolfpack parents.
Parent Talks

At least two times a year, the Parent Organization selects a timely discussion topic, and hosts a talk with a featured speaker. The goal is to offer a forum for learning and questions that might help in parenting. One past topic: Social-Emotional Struggles and Coping Strategies.

Every event is an opportunity to help the Parent Organization. If you feel so inclined right now, please CLICK HERE, enter a dollar amount and select "Parent Organization" from the drop down menu.

Some Events the Parent Organization Supported in 2025-2026

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Freshman Parent Welcome
Mini-Class Night
Class Masses
Christmas Cookie Kindness
First Friday Coffees
Open House
Basketball Concessions
Post Prom

Meet the Leadership for the Parent Organization

If you have any questions about the Saint Ignatius College Prep Parent Organization, please contact School Liason, Emily Nash. emily.nash@ignatius.org

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Chiara ‘94 and Dan Wrocinski

Presidents
Heather and Dave Zimmerman

Vice Presidents
Gina ‘95 and Ben Joslin

Board Admin and Finance
Annette and John Hering

Admissions and Liaison
Lucia and Juan Lopez

Volunteer Coordinators
Maria and Konstantine Sepsis

Secretary and Senior Event Chair

Class Liaisons

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Senior

Annie Barlow
Toni Williams
Carla McLaughlin
Junior

Leann Linehan
Denise Poole
Colleen Austin Heidkamp ‘95
Sophomore

Francesca Madden
Laura Malec
Sharyl Mackey
Freshman

Sheila Troy ‘88
Lisa Basche
Molly Mead McGowen ‘94

Saint Ignatius College Prep

Saint Ignatius College Prep, a Jesuit Catholic school in the heart of Chicago, is a diverse community dedicated to educating young men and women for lives of faith, love, service and leadership.