Ways to Get Involved at Your Child's School
This post was originally published at 1 Corinthians 13 Parenting in August 2014. School Bells Are Ringing Dads, in what ways can you volunteer at your child’s school? I have thoroughly enjoyed opportunities at my kids’ schools. Several reasons to consider volunteering: your kids love seeing you there, getting to know the teachers/staff better, knowing classmates and friends of your son/daughter, help needed with students because of budget cutbacks, and the joy you receive when serving. Ways that you can serve at your local schools: · Mentoring-For the past 5 years, I have emailed the teachers in the grade my child is in and asked if they need any help with reading or math. They have not turned me down. I give 30 minutes each week helping a classroom teacher. Our teachers are doing a great job and a little extra help from caring adults goes a long way. · ...
