COMMITTEES & VOLUNTEERS
WE WOULD LOVE YOUR HELP!
The research is clear, kids at schools with a more involved parent base do better on key measures including academic and social. Neighborhoods associated with high achieving schools are more desirable. So what are you waiting for? What have you got to lose? Make this the year you commit to your student, your school your neighborhood!
Stay connected to the school by volunteering your time and talents in the PTO. The PTO supports various projects at the school and supplements the Clinic/Art/Music supplies, Computer/P.E. equipment and our teachers.
Your involvement reinforces your commitment to your child, Oak Grove and the Community.
This is your opportunity to get involved at Oak Grove! Your child spends a lot of time at school, and it's great to share some of their school-related experiences with them. Whether it's helping run the next big event or providing support in the classroom, there is always a way to pitch in! Volunteering provides another way to get to know the school and support staff, and to better understand their needs and ideas. To Volunteer for a committee, please contact the PTO Board or the Committee Chair listed under the Committee you are interested in serving.
ROOM PARENT
A room parent is the liaison and coordinator between the teacher and class parents for upcoming events. Sign-up sheets are available in your child's classroom.
SCHOOL EVENTS
The PTO sponsors many events throughout the school year. These are a fun way to get to know your child's friends and their families. Below are a list of the events we sponsor and/or assist with during the year. Please fill out our volunteer form if interested in volunteering for any of these events.
COMMITTEES
CARPOOL SIGNS
Description: Placing signs the night before an event or PTO meeting so they are visible for drop off and pick up on the day of event. Committee Chair will organize displaying the reminder signs for upcoming events and PTO Meetings.
Time Commitment: Ongoing - Monthly
Committee Chair: OPEN
FUNDRAISING
Description: Plan and schedule fundraisers, contact vendors, and keep records of events.
Time Commitment: Ongoing
Committee Chair: OPEN
ROOM PARENTS
Description: Assist to organize room parents across all grade levels and to keep them informed of any events or information they may need throughout the year to pass along to parents.
Time Commitment: Ongoing
Committee Chair: Stephanie Cote
SPIRIT NIGHTS
Description: Set locations and dates of Spirit Nights, pass out reminders, put up signs in carpool line, pick up donations, send thank you notes to businesses.
Time Commitment: Ongoing - Monthly
Committee Chair: OPEN
FUN RUN
Description: A fundraiser that raises money per student as they complete laps in the fun run. The theme this year is GAMES. Committee Chair will assist in recruiting and organizing volunteers for decorating, daily activities, and on the day of the Fun Run.
Time Commitment: Preparation and Organization September 1 - September 22, Fun Run September 22
Committee Chair: Kim Bodnaruk and Heather Monroe
OAKTOBERFEST
Description: Assist with organizing, setting up and recruiting volunteers to help during the fall carnival. Committee Chair will Book and organize inflatables, face painting, dunk booth, and more.
Time Commitment: September/October - Oaktoberfest Date: October 27
Committee Chair: Kim Bodnaruk
Committee Co-Chair:
Committee Sponsor Chair:
THANKSGIVING FEAST
Description: Assist with serving our thanksgiving feast with our cafeteria staff. Committee Chair will coordinate volunteers to serve lunch during Feasts.
Time Commitment: November 15 and November 16
Committee Chair: PTO Board
SECRET SANTA SHOPPE
Description: Set-Up, Organize, price, and assist students with shopping and gift wrapping.
Time Commitment: December 4 - December 7
Committee Chair: PTO Board
STAFF APPRECIATION
Description: Assist with daily treats for teachers during teacher appreciation week, Serve at the luncheon, gifts, and decorations to show support and appreciation to Oak Grove staff.
Time Commitment: March 25 - March 29
Committee Chair: Kim Bodnaruk
Committee Co-Chairs: Heather Monroe
ON-CALL VOLUNTEERS
Description: You will be contacted as needs arise, and can accept or decline based on your availability.
Time Commitment: Ongoing
Committee Chair: Oak Grove Admins (Stacey Chapman)/PTO Board