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  • Parent Involvement Opportunities

    Parent Involvement Opportunities

    2026-2027

  • Thank you for being interested in Parent Involvement at Children's Garden!

    Let us know how you'd like to participate at CGMS, and/or what general interests/hobbies you have. We use these to help build committees or fulfill tasks, and for other community building opportunities.

    Feel free to fill as much or as little as you'd like. We look forward to hearing from you!

  • Are you new to Children's Garden this year?*

  • Bridge Families

    A "Bridge Family" is a returning family that will be paired with a new family from the same program level.  Bridge Families will be encouraged to reach out/say hello/exchange information, host a playdate at a park (or something similar), and be available to answer questions and give support as things pop up.

    Becoming a Bridge Family is an impactful way to build community and help our newest members get acquainted with the school!

    If interested, you'll receive more information in Summer!

  • Returning Families: Would you be interesting in being a "Bridge Family"?

  • General Interests, etc.

    These help give us an idea of when to reach out for specific help, community building moments, and more
  • When helping out at the school, I am interested in (mark all that apply)...
  • I enjoy being involved in planning/executing the following types of opportunities (mark all that apply):

  • Involvement Committees

    Below is a list of Committees that are available to join. See descriptions and sign up for whatever you'd like! In September, Committees will be fully established & you will be notified during that time by a committee lead.

  • Committee Descriptions:

    Fall Fundraiser:
    This committee works with the co-chairs to help with planning and implementing of our Fall Fundraiser for the following year.
    Planning begins after the current year's Fundraiser (Nov. this year!)

    Bunny Run:
    Help plan and implement the largest family event of the year - the Bunny Run!
    Planning begins in fall, event is in May.

    Staff Appreciation:
    This is a parent organized committee. With the committee chair, arrange for staff appreciation offerings. This could include coffee or lunch delivery, treats, cards, wellness experiences, periodic collective projects, etc.
    Staff Appreciation is a (school)year-long committee, with an uptick in commitment in the Spring. Organizing begins in Fall.

    Community Outreach:
    Promote goodwill and visibility in our local community, and find ways to help others. Examples include appreciation of neighbors, arranging a food or diaper drive, etc. Please note any specific interests.
    This is a year-long committee, with varied commitment based on ideas and interest. Organizing begins in Fall.

    Studio Support:
    Help the studio teachers with coordinating projects/events, filing and displaying children's art work and other areas.
    Help needed throughout the year (scattered).

    Handy Helpers:
    Are you handy with minor maintenance? We could use you for touch-up paint jobs, patching a fence, repairing bikes, etc! We will get in touch as needed.
    Participation is on an as-needed basis throughout the year.

    Annual Fund (Bunny Fund):
    Organize mailing for current parents, alum parents and grandparents soliciting contributions to the Annual Fund.
    This committee is most active in late Fall and Winter.

    Host a Parent Event:
    Provide a place to host a small parent coffee or all-school speaker event. Please note your interests.
    This will begin in Fall but participation is scattered throughout the year!

    Classroom/Administrative Assistance:
    Help organize the school library, cultural material boxes and storage areas as well as sorting and displaying lost and found items.
    Participation is on an as-needed basis throughout the year.

    Holidays & Special Interests:
    Do you have ideas, talents, suggestions, resources you might like to bring to the table, or have a specific holiday you want to share/help celebrate? We would love to hear from you!

    Parent Connections Group (PCG):
    This is a Parent-Lead group focused on creating community and belonging.  We meet once per month (sometimes bi-monthly) and help plan school events & moments for connection.
    This is a year-round committee with varying committment levels.

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