Valued Volunteer Program
Welcome Prospective Volunteer!
Research evidence supports the need for parents to assume an active role in the student’s learning experience in order to assure maximum achievement. It has been demonstrated in numerous studies that parents are the most important influence in a child’s life, even into adolescence and early adulthood stages. The Waterford School District’s Valued Volunteer Program has been designed to facilitate parent’s active participation and cooperation with the schools and with other parents.
Parents who volunteer their time will gain valuable experience and tangible benefits through working in partnership with the educators of their children. Because parents are the first and most influential teachers of their children, this firsthand demonstration of their support of our schools establishes a pattern of cooperation that will stay with the child a lifetime. If you are interested in becoming a Valued Volunteer please contact your school’s principal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Valued Volunteer Program? The Valued Volunteer Program is designed to facilitate parent’s active participation and cooperation with our schools and with other parents. Those who volunteer their time will gain valuable experience and tangible benefits through working in partnership with the educators of their children.
Why is the Valued Volunteer Program important? Research evidence supports the need for parents to assume an active role in their student’s learning experience in order to assure maximum achievement in their education. It’s been demonstrated in numerous studies that parents are the most important influence in a child’s life, even into adolescence and early adulthood stages. A parent’s “first-hand” demonstration of support for our schools establishes a pattern of cooperation that will stay with their child a lifetime.
Who can volunteer? The Valued Volunteer Program is open to individuals who have a desire and interest in our children and their education, as well as an interest in our schools.
How much time do I need to devote to the Valued Volunteer Program? Our volunteers have the flexibility to volunteer at our schools depending on their available free time. There are many opportunities and needs for volunteers that require days or evenings, one hour or several hours, one day or several days – it’s up to the volunteer.
