Make a memory with your children, spend
some time to show you care; Toys
and trinkets can't replace those precious
moments that you share.
(Elaine Hardt)
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involved in their schooling tend to be more successful academically. According to the National Center for Educational Statistics, "School-aged children are more likely to get mostly A's, to enjoy school, and to participate in extracurricular activities, and are less likely to have ever repeated a grade and to have ever been suspended or expelled if their fathers or mothers have high levels of involvement in their schools." The National Education Association concludes that when parents assist teachers with their everyday duties, they allow the teacher to have more time to plan activities, try new teaching strategies, and work directly with children. |
1. READ - Parents will read different books onto tapes enabling students to better understand and comprehend the material. This activity will require a clear and accurate oral reader.
2. FIELD TRIP CHAPERONE - Without parents on field trips, we cannot have the adequate supervision necessary to provide assured safety. If you are willing to devote a day to our field trips, we would appreciate it. These parents must be willing to discipline small groups, keep their group in sight at all times, and enjoy the company of young people! All Parents must fill out appropriate paperwork with the office before trip.
3. TUTORING - If you are willing to devote 30 to 60 minute chunks of your time, there are children who need your extra attention. These volunteers must be patient but firm in giving aid to students who could use an extra bit of help. You may be drilling flash cards, studying vocabulary words, working on homework assignments, doing research in the library or on the Internet, or proofreading writing assignments.
4. OTHER NEEDS - If you see a need that you feel you can help with that I have not mentioned, please contact me!!! I would be grateful to have you help in any way that you feel will be an asset to our students.
5. ROOM PARENT - This is a parent who can take responsibility for organizing. It may be for classroom parties or volunteering. Anything that could assist the teacher.