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Our History & Purpose

The St. Andrew Old Girls Association (SAOGA) Jamaica was founded in 1931 – six years after the School’s founding. SAOGA GA Chapter was established in 2009 to support educational initiatives of our alma mater through fundraising efforts; and to strengthen alumnae commitment and unite former students in the Atlanta metropolitan area.  Our first meeting was held on March 14, 2009 in Loganville, with 9 people. Our first Executive Team was elected and the decision was made to focus on the Welfare Fund and the Scholarship initiative for needy students. Shortly thereafter, we registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and began exploring fundraising options. We had an official launch on May 16, 2009 as a Fun Day and Picnic at Rhodes Jordan Park.   

The current student  population at the school in Kingston, Jamaica is approximately 1500 students, ranging from grades 7 to 13. The Georgia chapter provides financial support for numerous projects including: the school’s free breakfast program; supplies for the counseling department; welfare assistance for needy students, funding towards the school bus; equipment for science labs; renovation of the faculty lounge; equipment for the canteen; computers for the computer labs; books for the library and individual tuition, uniform scholarships and tablets for online learning.  

 

Our Initiatives

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Scholarships:  We provide 4 scholarships to students which includes contributions towards uniforms, lunch money and school fees.  Scholarship recipients are selected by the Guidance Department. 

Welfare Fund: The Guidance Department identifies students who are in need of financial assistance. This assistance includes food, bus fare, toiletries, laptops and tablets.  As a chapter, we donate funds throughout the year to help provide for daily and weekly needs, seasonal baskets, and end of term baskets.  Our contributions also go towards funding students’ needs over breaks and summer holidays.  If traveling to Jamaica, we encourage you to reach out to us if you are able to take a package of toiletries to donate towards this ongoing efforts.

School Initiatives:  Working collaboratively with the SAHS Foundation, SAOGA GA supports fundraising initiatives and projects that ensure that the school has the financial resources to maintain the legacy of high quality education.

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Executive Team Members

This organization could not exist if it were not for the contributions of our dedicated volunteers, who have made a personal commitment to serve this organization, especially our passionate and committed Executive Team who drive our mission.

Interested in getting more involved?

We’re always on the lookout for members who are interested in volunteering with SAOGA GA. Reach out to any member of the Executive Team or drop us an email to learn more about volunteer opportunities. 

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Sydjea Trice
Sydjea Trice
President and Foundation Liaison
  • Class: 1980
  • House: Cavell
  • Location: Atlanta, GA

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Cathie Green Taylor
Cathie Green Taylor
Vice President and Foundation Liaison
  • Class: 1977
  • House: Gartshore
  • Location: Snellville, GA

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Tania Dyer-Smith
Tania Dyer-Smith
Secretary
  • Class: 1990
  • House: Darling
  • Location: Loganville, GA

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Kubi-Ayana Walters
Kubi-Ayana Walters
Asst. Secretary
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  • Class: 2020 (Sixth Form)
  • House: Stockhausen
  • Location: New York, NY
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Tracy-Ann Little
Tracy-Ann Little
Treasurer
  • Class: 1996 (Sixth Form)
  • House: Darling
  • Location: Atlanta, GA

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Maureen Gardner
Maureen Gardner
Asst. Treasurer
  • Class: 1979
  • House: Darling
  • Location: Kennesaw, GA

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Dionne Walsh
Dionne Walsh
Membership Coordinator
  • Class: 1985
  • House: Stockhausen
  • Location: Atlanta, GA
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Lisa Stanley
Lisa Stanley
Social Media & Communications Coordinator
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  • Class: 1984
  • House: Cavell
  • Location: Atlanta, GA

Committee Chairs

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Cocktails & Tea Fundraiser
Committee Chair – Pending
Members – Tania Dyer-Smith, Cathie Green Taylor, Althea Alvaranga, Marie Bowen, Nicola Karesh, Sharon Angus, Jacqueline Forbes

Denim & White Fundraiser
Committee Chair – Pending
Members – Tania Dyer-Smith, Cathie Green Taylor, Tracy-Ann Little, Marie Bowen, Nicola Karesh, Sharon Angus, Tanya Levy

Zumba Fundraiser
Committee Chair – Lisa Stanley
Members – Sharon Angus, Tania Dyer-Smith, Kathy Lim Sang, Sydjea Trice, Nicola Karesh

Popcorn Fundraiser
Committee Chair – Tania Dyer-Smith
Member – Sydjea Trice

Youth
Committee Chair – Pending
Members – Althea Alvaranga, Marie Bowen, Nicola Karesh, Elaine Bromfield, Kubi-Ayana Walters

Membership
Committee Chair – Dionne Walsh
Members – Tracy-Ann Little, Sydjea Trice

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