Parent Participation
We are a parent co-operative, and we emphasize the participation of parents in the activities and management of the school. The main element of parent participation takes place through the parent committees, on which all parents are expected to serve. Parents can select among several committees that they will be a part of for the school year. These committees help defray costs that the school would otherwise incur by bringing in outside contractors and workers. They also generate money that is used to enhance the educational program of the school. Committees give parents an opportunity to work with and get to know other families in the school.
Committee list
Board of Directors
Book Review
Community Building & Outreach
Education & Anti-Bias
Fundraising
Gardening
Grant Writing
Hospitality
Maintenance
Recruitment
Room Contact & Teacher Appreciation
Technical Support & Website
A full list of our committees, along with descriptions, is available to current families upon enrollment
Parents in the classroom
Family Fridays: Every week on Fridays, parents are invited to join their child in the classroom for morning provocations.
Birthdays: Every classroom has a special birthday tradition that they celebrate for each child and parents are always invited and involved.
Events: Several times a year, we hold special events such as the Harvest Feast, Parent-Child Evening, and Special Person’s Day, during which an adult (parent, extended family, or friend!) is invited to join their child to celebrate with their classroom community. You can find these dates in our calendar.
Parent visits: Classrooms often invite parents to reach out for special visits, especially to share special customs or holidays with the community.
