Home-Academy Association (HAA)

Evelyn Brea is a Latina bilingual Mom of two beautiful daughters, a current 7th grader and an OLPHCAB alumnus. This is her 12th year as an OLPHCAB parent and she is honored to serve as this year's Parent Association President. Professionally, she works as a sanctions analyst at an international bank. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her girls and traveling the world.

Jessica Medina is a proud Mom of a current 7th grader as well as a recent Class of 2022 graduate. This is her 12th year as an proud OLPHCAB parent & active HAA member and first year serving as Vice President of HAA. Jessica loves being involved and having the privilege to help volunteer at several OLPHCAB special events such as the Halloween Party (personal Osorio family favorite event), Tricky Tray, Radio Bingo, Walkathon, Rockin’ with Santa, Valentine’s Day dance as well as many other school activities & field trips!  Professionally, she works at NBC Universal in Sales & Special Events for NBCU & Telemundo Stations for the past 9 years. She is very excited to work together alongside our HAA leadership & members to help make this 2023/2024 school year a very special & memorable one!

Irina Sellitto is the proud Mom of a 3rd grader who has been with OLPH since Pre K-3. During that time, she has been an active volunteer helping with functions during the day and school events. Irina is excited to take a more active role in the HAA as Treasurer. Professionally, she is the manager of a successful Dermatology practice in Manhattan. Her outside interests include running and fitness. As a parent who has been involved with OLPH for 6 years, she is committed to improving and keeping OLPH strong and viable.

The HAA is comprised of the parents or legal guardians of the students at OLPHCAB in partnership with the administration, faculty and staff. The mission of HAA is to support and enrich the educational endeavors of the academy. In a faith-based environment dedicated to the education of our students, the HAA must mirror the tradition, standards, and teachings of the Catholic faith.  

Through fund raising, teacher recognition, general support, school improvements, and volunteering, the organization works to promote a connection from home to academy. It is the objective and duty of the HAA to keep in mind the welfare of the students with regard to all issues. This includes:

  • Provide spiritual opportunities and fellowship to develop a strong and meaningful Christian community among academy families, faculty and administration.
  • Provide a vehicle of communication between parents and the academy.
  • Provide support for OLPHCAB fundraising activities, both by active participation by HAA committee members and in arranging support from other HAA members.
  • Plan and coordinate HAA activities.
  • Provide interesting and informative programs relevant to the needs of the academy community.
  • Promote and provide opportunities of community service for the students.
  • Create an appreciation for Catholic education.