Legislative Advocacy

 

The National PTA was originally formed to promote awareness and advocacy in the areas of child welfare and education. Legislative Advocacy volunteers continue the tradition to keep the RJH community informed of legislative issues impacting education and child welfare. Volunteers have the option to attend the WA State PTSA Legislative Assembly and Focus Day in Olympia.

Homework Lunch Volunteers

 

The goal of Homework Lunch is to help students succeed in school. It provides a motivational, positive atmosphere for students to complete schoolwork that wasn’t completed by the due date. Volunteers help students understand what the homework is asking them to do, and refer technical questions back to the teachers (initially the Homework Lunch supervising teacher, or the classroom teach). Volunteers do NOT tutor in school subjects.  Students are assigned to Homework Lunch, and complete work during lunch periods (in addition to eating their lunch) under the supervision of a teacher and volunteers. Volunteers set their own frequency (once a month, twice a month, weekly) using an online calendar. Volunteer time is during one or more lunch periods weekdays except Wednesday. This is a terrific opportunity for volunteers who enjoy student interaction to be involved during the school day.

PASS (Parents Assisting Students and Staff) Volunteers
 
PASS is a new program at RJH, planned in conjunction with the initiation of the Olweus antibullying program. Once the program is launched (aiming for Fall 2010), we'll provide orientation. Volunteers in strategic positions add additional student supervision before school, during lunch periods, and after school. Volunteers set their own frequency (e.g., once a month, twice a month, weekly, or as available) using an online calendar. Focus of this program is to help maintain a great atmosphere in the hallways for all students.

Emergency Preparedness

 

This committee ensures supplies are organized and available to support the school administration’s emergency plan. Includes participation with LWSD PTSA Council Emergency Preparedness group.

Membership

 

Volunteers help with the annual PTSA membership campaign, with continued presence at various PTSA events through the school year to recruit additional membership. Volunteers help with the distribution of Student Directories in early October (in cooperation with Student Directory volunteers). Primary activity during first semester.

Teacher/Staff Appreciation

 

Volunteers plan themed luncheon during the year, with special attention during Teacher/Staff appreciation week in May as thanks for all that the teachers and staff do for our children.

Student Recognition

 

Volunteers organize monthly recognition lunches and locker decorations for “Students of the Month” (nominated by teachers and staff).

Special Needs

 

Plan activities to further integrate Special Needs students into the RJH community; be a resource for information on Special Needs by notifying the RJH community of programs at LWSD Special Needs Group meetings.

Tutoring

 

Volunteers work one-on-one with students in Safety Net Language Arts to improve reading skills. Tutoring sessions are scheduled during the school day. This program is teacher-supervised with orientation provided.

Grizzly Grams

 

Help address and mail Grizzly Gram postcards written by teachers and staff to recognize student special efforts, work, and successes. Volunteers can work at home.

Library

 

Help RJH librarian with projects and during library hours.

Parent Education

 

Assist at RJH parent education events planned by district Parent Education volunteer coordinator.

Hospitality

 

Volunteers support PTSA and school events by donating homemade or purchased refreshments for 3 to 4 events during the school year: Curriculum Night (September); Family Math Night (February), 6th Grade Parent Night (February). Volunteers deliver purchased lunch to Health Screening volunteers, and assemble the RJH PTSA auction basket contributed each year to the LWSD PTSA Council scholarship auction.

Announcements/Special Events

 

This is the list for those who aren’t able to commit to specific committees or events, but who might be available occasionally for special volunteer needs and requests.