VOLUNTEER

Parents, grandparents, and special friends of Shorecrest students, as well as generations of alumni pour into this community of students and teachers, enriching the experience for each and every student. Shorecrest welcomes families to get involved in the ways that best fit their individual availability, interests and experience. From classroom guest experts to field trip chaperones, volunteer photographers to event chairs, an hour a day or an hour a year - there is a place for you to volunteer!

Discover numerous opportunities to get involved that match your interests and skills. Whether you’re passionate about community events, supporting Shorecrest faculty and staff, fostering school spirit, or helping with fundraising efforts - there’s a way for you to make a meaningful impact and enjoy yourself.

Volunteers Needed ASAP - Sign up to help today!

At the Shore to Shorecrest 5k: Packet pick-up, parking, making waffles, etc.

Volunteer for the 5k

For Electric Fall Festival: Check-in, raffles, bounce house and more!

Volunteer for Fall Festival

Library Shelfies help organize Haskell Library between class visits by shelving books and other special projects.

Volunteer with Library Shelfies

Volunteer with SCA

More Volunteer Needs

Volunteer Resources:

Reimbursement Request - Please provide a sales receipt, the name of who should be reimbursed, and which SCA committee the charge falls under. Email: SCAreimbursements@shorecrest.org

Email List Request Form - The Shorecrest Preparatory School Registrar may provide email lists as a service to staff, volunteers, coaches, families and other community members for the purpose of conducting Shorecrest-related business. Fill out this form.

Talk to your Volunteer Coordinators

If you’re unsure of where to start or would like more information about volunteering at Shorecrest, please reach out to Kelly Moore and Jennie Norton at volunteer@shorecrest.org. Your involvement makes a difference!

Volunteer Groups

Shorecrest Community Association (SCA)

The Shorecrest Community Association (SCA) is Shorecrest's version of a PTA or Parents' Association. All Shorecrest families are automatically a part of SCA, and there are no registrations and no dues. Whether you are available for an hour a month, or an hour a week - there is a place for YOU.

Interested in getting involved? Contact scapresident@shorecrest.org to learn more about SCA.

View a List of SCA Committees / Chairs

International Connection

The International Connection group (I.C.) strives to support Shorecrest as the independent school of choice in the Tampa Bay Area for families who seek diversity, inclusion and cultural enrichment within a globally-aware community. Based on a 2019 family survey, over 65 different countries are represented by Shorecrest families, faculty and staff – with more having joined at the start of the new school year. International Connection is open to all parents/guardians, grandparents, faculty and staff interested in international culture and cultural enrichment, including families who were born outside the US, who have spent time living abroad, who speak different languages at home, and/or have a general interest in this topic.

Watch for meetings and events throughout the year for networking and socialization. In addition, I.C. committees offer ample volunteering opportunities. One annual tradition is the school-wide International Festival.

More about I.C.

Parent Rep Program

Parent representatives are a crucial part of the partnership between the School and families. With the guidance of the administration and faculty, parent reps promote, organize, and facilitate family involvement in school activities and events.

Reach out to the contacts below to learn more:

Experiential School: Adriana Hollenbeck, Head of The Experiential School - ahollenbeck@shorecrest.org

Lower School: Marcia Johnston, Lower School Administrative Assistant - mjohnston@shorecrest.org

Middle School: Sasha Muzzarelli - scapresident@shorecrest.org

Upper School: Erich Schneider, Head of Upper School - eschneider@shorecrest.org

Shorecrest Chargers Athletics Volunteers

Volunteer opportunities abound with Shorecrest Chargers Athletics! With more than 40 teams including Middle School, JV and Varsity, campus is constantly abuzz with athletic events and activities that benefit from volunteer support.

If you are interested in learning more about how you can support Athletics at Shorecrest, please contact Melinda Holmes, Assistant Athletic Director (Operations), at meholmes@shorecrest.org.

Performing Arts Volunteers

From planning cast parties to helping with costumes and makeup, parent volunteers impact the award-winning Shorecrest performing arts programs.

For more information on how to volunteer with the Arts at Shorecrest, please contact Stephanie McCarthy, Middle School Music and Thespian Director at smccarthy@shorecrest.org, or Michael McCarthy, Upper School Performing Arts Producer and Thespian Director, at mmccarthy@shorecrest.org.

Shorecrest Fund Council

The Shorecrest Fund Council provides support for the Advancement Office’s mission of building relationships and inspiring philanthropic support, as well as helping the School meet its annual Shorecrest Fund goals. Shorecrest Fund Council volunteers are guided in collaborative team efforts, such as Giving Day in the fall.

For more information contact Michael Gillis, Director of Advancement, at mgillis@shorecrest.org.

Grandparent Council

The mission of the Grandparent Council is to encourage grandparent support and volunteerism at Shorecrest. The Grandparent Council encourages grandparents of Shorecrest students and Alumni to get involved at Shorecrest and get to know each other. There are a variety of volunteer opportunities, from volunteering in the library, to gardening, or assisting with art or athletic activities and more.

The Council organizes several social and learning activities during the school year including Grandparents and Special Friends Day. Attendees enjoy getting to know fellow grandparents and learning more about Shorecrest.

If you are interested in joining the Grandparent Council or learning more, contact Shari Zara.

Dads Night Out

Dads Night Out is a relaxed, fun way for Shorecrest fathers and father figures to connect, unwind, and build community. Whether it's grabbing a drink, attending a game, or going on an adventure, their events are informal and designed for all dads to enjoy. To get involved ontact Frank Casano at frank.casano@gmail.com.

Parent Ambassadors

Parent Ambassadors are often a family's first connection to the Shorecrest community, and play a key role in welcoming, answering questions, and overall easing the transition to a new school. Parent Ambassadors are in contact with new families throughout the summer and school year via phone, email, and get-togethers. They also help new parents get involved and connected around campus, and provide an authentic perspective of the academic programs, co-curricular opportunities, and enduring relationships among students and teachers.

For more information contact Liz Daley, Associate Director of Enrollment Management at edaley@shorecrest.org.

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