It’s been said that it takes a village to raise a child. This statement could not be truer. The village can include a host of people such as neighbors and extended family. No matter how many people it includes, the school staff should be among the count. Helping students reach their potential is best done…
5 Ways Parents Can Volunteer Their Time
Teachers and parents are a collaborative team. From the start, teachers should build a strong communication and rapport with parents. One way to get parents involved and build this relationship is through the creation of opportunities that allow parents, or family volunteers, to volunteer their time in support of the class. Teachers can create an…
12 Tasks for Classroom Volunteers
Parent or community helpers can be a great asset to a teacher and her classroom by taking away some of the burden of the busy work that needs to be done. In order to fully utilize the helpers when they come in to assist, it is important to have specific jobs or tasks already prepared. …