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Prince of Peace Catholic School
participates in the athletic organization serving the Catholic schools in
the Diocese of Dallas (principally those in the metropolitan area).
This organization, the Dallas Parochial League (DPL) sets policy and acts as
an overall coordinator for the various sporting competitions it offers.
In that Prince of Peace is a member school of DPL, it will be the objective
of the Athletic Director and the Booster Club to structure and manage the
athletic program at Prince of Peace under this same philosophy and policies:
"An athletic contest is a
classroom away from school. The same rules are applicable to success,
desire, integrity and perseverance. These are ingredients that are
needed in a commitment to excellence philosophy."
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What is the
plan to renovate the baseball field?
Our goal is to renovate the existing field to improve its overall condition
and meet minimum requirements established by the diocese for varsity
baseball and softball. In its current condition, we cannot host varsity
games.
Will the field
accommodate both baseball and softball?
Yes, our renovation plan will support our goal of having an outstanding
facility for all levels of grade school baseball and softball.
What will the identified
improvements cost?
We’re putting the finishing touches on our plan, and it still needs to be
approved by the diocese, school/parish, and city of Plano, but the
renovations include a new backstop, dugouts, dugout canopies, infield,
outfield fence and a fair amount of excavation, grading, and irrigation
work. Based on the current project scope, we believe the improvements will
cost at least $45,000 and potentially as much as $65,000.
When will the upgraded
field be ready?
Our goal is to finish most, or hopefully, all of the improvements before the
baseball and softball seasons start next spring. A pproval of our plans, the
timing of various improvements and even the weather are all factors we will
need to manage, but if we can get started in the next 60 to 90 days, we’re
confident we’ll have time to complete the project before the spring seasons
begin.
What can I do to help?
Very soon we’ll have a final estimate of how much these improvements will
cost. Once we do, we’re going to need your financial support to make this
happen. The Booster Club has relied on the generous support of many school
parents and parishioners to complete past projects, and we’re counting on
your support to realize our goal for the baseball field. You will be
contacted separately once we begin our fundraising effort.
Will all donors be
recognized?
Yes, all Donors will be recognized at the park regardless of the amount of
the donation. If the donation is less than $500.00, the Donor's name will be
listed on a plaque. If the donation is $500.00 or greater, the Donor will be
recognized with an inlaid commemorative brick.
Is the Booster Club
itself contributing any monies toward the project?
Yes, the Booster Club is donating approximately 50% of their current
operating balance or $15,000.00. This $15,000 is included in the $37,000
that we have generated thus far.
Has the school/parish
approved the project:
Yes, the Booster Club has obtained all the necessary levels of approval.
Will the field be ready
for play by Spring "09?
Yes, depending on the level and timeliness of the donations. We are
confident that it will be built, but in order to have the field ready for
spring play we must start soon. Hence, your decision needs to be finalized.
What is the deadline for
my decision?
We would greatly appreciate the courtesy of a reply, affirmative or not, no
later than Monday, November 3rd. You may simply email your response or call
either of us should you have any further questions.
All donations should be made out to POP Booster Club, write baseball field
improvements in the memo section of your check and put it in a sealed
envelope in the booster club box located in the school office.
Where can I get more
information?
Please contact Coach Anthony, Alan Justman, Duncan Parks or Matt Bowen for
more information about the project.
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Prince
of Peace Catholic School