With the onset of the new school year, we seem to find ourselves somewhat lacking in the volunteer department. Being on the PAC isn't all about fundraising. Yes, we DO do that as well, but for the most part, PAC is just about being involved with your child's school.
Right now we have two main 'teams' looking for parent helpers: The Nit Check Mom's and the Lunch Ladies (yes, Dad's are welcome, too!) Both extremely glamorous jobs! There are only enough volunteers right now to run two days of the school store (cafeteria). That means no hot lunches for our kids. No milk, no soup.
The year before last, I was the sole nit-checker. It was a long and tedious job, and I honestly could not stay ahead of the game. If we have a team of four or more, the job would be done quickly, and we wouldn't have the fear of lice running rampant through our halls. Many hands make light work!
Apparently, we have SIXTY new kindergarten children! We are planning to do a mini Meet & Greet this Monday morning to make the parents feel as welcome as the children. During this time, we will be introducing some of fundraising options (IGA loadable cards!) as well as letting them know what they can do to help out in the school.
Monday evening at 7:00 pm is our 1st PAC meeting of the year. This year, we will be doing a draw at each meeting as well, to help get the numbers in! Nothing like a little incentive! There is also free babysitting available. This truly is one of the most important years to be a part of the PAC. With the school rebuild, you will be on of the first people to know the goings on. Front seats as it were.
One more new implement this year: the Meet & Greet BBQ on Thursday evening! From 5-7 pm come and enjoy a burger and meet your children's classmates and their parents. Find out what we, the PAC are all about and what you, as a parent of one of our students can do to help make their 8 years at GES great!
See you Monday!
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