Parents active at DCA (Part I)

The Capital Comittee

Most of us know the old saying, “Many hands make light work.” This saying is fitting for rural Christian schools—it takes many hands to help DCA run smoothly, and our parents play a role in that.

From fundraising to countless volunteer hours to campus projects, we are blessed to have parents who care so much about our school.

In this first part of a two-part Parent Blog Series, we want to recognize our new Capital Committee and how it has become instrumental in keeping the DCA property so well-maintained.

How the Capital Committee Came to Be

When Dave Mazza, our Director of Campus Services, saw the scope of the many improvement projects on our property, he realized there was a need to identify and prioritize major capital improvement projects—some that have been deferred for years.

Additionally, DCA had to ensure that project funds were being used effectively.

In response to this need, he looked to the families of DCA for support, and the response was overwhelmingly positive.

Last summer, DCA formed a Capital Committee comprised of our operations team and a group of skilled tradesmen and building professionals who are DCA parents. This assembly is beneficial not only for their expertise, but as DCA parents, they share a common interest in ensuring the capital gained through fundraisers is being used responsibly.

Our current committee, led by Mr. Mazza, is made up of 6 to 7 DCA parents, currently all dads, who are talented and ready to answer the call to serve our school.

How the Capital Committee Came to Be

Before any project gets underway, the committee carries out assessment tasks, such as campus walkthroughs, meetings, and project recommendations. This is done to ensure that critical maintenance projects are prioritized and carried out.

One of the committee’s goals is transparency and accountability. For that reason, we have added a page to our website to catalog capital improvement projects so donors and the public can see the work being done. The page will include future projects, but also features many capital projects from the last 10 years, including:

2025: Shortly after school began in the fall of 2024, we faced an emergency water shortage when our main campus well pump failed unexpectedly. Our community helped us raise $13,500 within 24 hours, supplying the funds needed to install the new pump.
2024: Over two years, we raised the funds needed to replace our lower school playground. On top of the new, larger playground, we added picnic tables, resealed basketball courts, and added new recreational areas.
2023: When we had to relocate our coffee and snack shop, we wanted to create a fresh, new coffee and snack shop and revive this important place for building and strengthening relationships outside the classroom. With support from business partners and our school families, we raised funds to relocate Common Grounds to the main building.
2022: The growth we experienced after the pandemic allowed us to add two new classrooms on the ground floor of the Classroom Building in what used to be the student snack shop.

Whether assessing the feasibility of projects or sharing updates on plans and completed projects, the committee and our operations team will together ensure that every project—from emergency repairs to recreational upgrades—strengthens the environment where our students learn, grow, and build lasting relationships.

Help Us Fund Capital Projects This Giving Day!

Each spring, with the guidance of our Capital Committee, DCA raises funds for much-needed improvement projects on our campus.

Rather than reacting to problems that occur on our historic property, we are taking steps to adjust our approach to these projects with the expertise found in the members of the committee

This year, we aim to raise at least $50,000 as imperative start-up funding for two major projects:

A major plumbing overhaul and full renovation of the student bathrooms and hallway in the preschool/kindergarten and guys’ dormitory building.
A new roof on our historic main building to prevent water damage and preserve the structural integrity of the dining room, kitchen, Common Grounds, and administrative offices.

This year, our Giving Day is on March 5. With your support, we can complete these critical upgrades to ensure our school’s safety and operational success. To learn more and find out how to donate, visit the fundraiser page on our website.

Our Community Makes Us Who We Are

DCA remains a steadfast pillar of Christian education in our community, thanks to the invaluable support of our DCA parents who continue to help our school thrive.

If you have any questions about our capital projects, our committee, or would like to help with this summer’s renovations, please contact Dave Mazza to learn more.

Also, be looking for Part 2 of our Parent Blog Series coming out next month. We will again show the importance and blessings of using our gifts to serve others unto the Lord.

“As each one has received a gift, minister to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” 1 Peter 4:10 (NKJV)

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