WHO WE ARE
The Parents Association Supporting Theatre Arts (PASTA) is a group of parents and community members supporting the theatre, drama, and choral programs of the Hanover Public School District. Our 501c3 organization supplements the funding provided in the district budget by encouraging parental involvement, promoting the theater arts program in the community, and enhancing the experience of the participating students.
Our fundraising has assisted the choral and theatre programs by improving the high school stage lighting, purchasing a projector for the auditorium, upgrading the middle school sound system, acquiring a new portable sound device, purchasing and renting costumes, creating scholarships for students for both college and to attend various choral and theatre trips, and in many other areas.
Educators agree that these programs and their performances and productions provide significant individual benefits to the students involved, as well as the district and community as a whole. Benefits to the students include increased self-confidence, test scores, graduation rates, problem solving skills, and school pride.
PASTA has many fulfilling volunteer opportunities. Parents, guardians, educators, and community members are all welcome and encouraged to join PASTA.
OFFICERS
President: Diane Coppola
Vice President: Jodi Homan
Secretary: Brandi Avery
Treasurer: Jenny Troup