We're so glad you're here! Our school thrives because of the dedication and support of our community members. Whether you can give a few hours or volunteer regularly, your time and talents make a meaningful difference.

Interested in "micro-volunteering?"

Do you have a little time but want to make a BIG impact? Say less! Our crossing guard shifts are only 20 minutes long and require less than 10 minutes of training on your own time.

Further, these volunteer efforts directly reduce our school’s operating expenses by replacing Educational Assistant labor with volunteer labor. And, this allows our Educational Assistants to maximize their valuable time supporting teachers and students.

Volunteer Opportunites

Volunteers make our school community stronger by supporting students, teachers, and school events. Your involvement makes a difference and is deeply appreciated.

Schoolwide Events & Volunteer Needs

PTA Fun Run • Race Day is October 2. We also have ways to get involved on other dates!

Book Fair • The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Cougar Run the week of November 16-20. Help Mrs. Woody with this wonderful fundraising event!

Crossing Guards • ongoing

Garden Care • ongoing

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This section will be updated with links to sign up as needs come up. Please check back often!

Classroom Volunteers

Our teachers love having help in their classrooms! The easiest way to find opportunities is to contact your student's teacher directly. If you are not affiliated with a student or teacher, please reach out to the Volunteer Coordinator, Laura Butler (lbutler1@dcsdk12.org) and we'll find an opportunity for you.

Our Partners:
PTA & Watch D.O.G.S.

All are welcome to participate in our PTA. Please refer to the PTA website for more information.

Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) is a volunteer organization specifically for Dads and father figures. To find out more, contact Mr. Matt at mschueneman@dcsdk12.org or 704.778.8023.

How To Volunteer

We're excited to work with you! To ensure a safe and supportive environment for our students, all volunteers must complete a required screening process annually. Please select your role below to view the application requirements.

Parents

Parents must complete and submit a Parent Volunteer Agreement to lbutler1@dcsdk12.org. The Volunteer Coordinator will notify you once your application and background check have been reviewed.

Community Members

If you are not a guardian of a CRun student, please complete and submit a Community Volunteer Application to lbutler1@dcsdk12.org. The VC and/or district will notify you once your application and background check have been reviewed.

High School Students

We love having positive teen role models in our school! We work directly with HRHS to share upcoming service hour opportunities in the Helper Helper platform. If you'd like to explore other opportunities, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator.

Other Ways to Give

Financial contributions are another meaningful way to support our school community. Every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference.

Teacher & Staff Favorites

We are most thankful for your gratitude and your trust - these are the greatest gifts. But sometimes you want to know your child's teacher's coffee order, too. Please see your teacher's favorites here.

Amazon Wishlist

Kleenex, hand sanitizer, #2 pencils, oh my! Shop our school's Amazon Wishlist. Thank you!

PTA

Please refer to the PTA website for fundraising and donation opportunities. All money raised by the PTA directly benefits our school and our community.

Thank you! Every volunteer—whether helping in a classroom, assisting at special events, supporting school programs, or sharing a unique skill—plays an important role in creating a positive and enriching environment for our students.

Reach out any time with questions, ideas, feedback, and/or jokes.

Laura Butler | Volunteer Coordinator | Cougar Run Elementary School

cell: 210.919.9062 | email: lbutler1@dcsdk12.org

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