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KCDS Parents Association
The Parent Association (PA) supports the school’s philosophy, programs, and activities for the benefit of all Kalamazoo Country Day School students. The PA also facilitates communication, parent education, and encourages and coordinates volunteers. The PA fosters a spirit of inclusion, partnership, and cooperation among the entire school community.
Parent Association activities include:
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Ice Cream Social
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Halloween Carnival
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Teacher Appreciation Days
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End-of-Year Cookout
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Decorating Bulletin Boards and the school for Holidays and Change of Seasons
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Book Fair
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Classroom Volunteering
Meet the Team
KCDS Parent Association Board Members
PA President
Brandon Jeannot
My family has been part of the KCDS community for many years, with my kids attending KCDS since preschool. Over the past four years, I have been actively involved with the Parents Association and have also served on the KCDS Board of Trustees.
Professionally, I work in the staffing and employment services industry and have also had the experience of owning my own BBQ restaurant. Outside of work and KCDS, I enjoy running, golf, and cheering on all of the Detroit sports teams. This year, I’ll also be running the Chicago Marathon while raising money for Big Brothers Big Sisters.
I’m excited to continue supporting KCDS through the Parents Association, helping with school events, strengthening communication, and finding new ways for parents and families to get involved in our school community.
PA Vice President
Kelly Waltrip
Kelly Whelan Waltrip was appointed as the first Managing Director of the Irving S. Gilmore International Piano Festival in January 2026. Before returning to Kalamazoo for this role, she served for 12 years as Executive Director of the Denver Young Artists Orchestra Association(DYAO), elevating the organization to new heights of national recognition through pioneering collaborations, forward-thinking commissioning and recording projects, and inclusive Pathways initiatives.
Kelly’s career has always been rooted in building bridges between communities and the arts.
Outside of her professional work, Kelly is a passionate advocate for arts access/education, mentoring emerging leaders, and volunteering with organizations dedicated to those efforts.
Volunteering
In addition to joining the Parent Association, there are many other opportunities to offer your time and expertise, a sampling of which follows:
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Educational – Library Volunteer, Reading Buddy
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Teacher Support - Class Auction Project
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Social – Special Events and Activities such as The Annual Gala, The Annual Golf Outing, Girls on the Run, Halloween Decorating, Halloween Carnival, and decorating the school for holidays, events, and seasons
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Service – Projects to benefit charities and spring/fall clean up
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Communications – Maintain the school's displays and bulletin boards.
