Volunteer Opportunities

When Parents & Caregivers Get Involved, Kids Do Better!
There are many Volunteer Opportunities to choose from this school year, ranging from one day events (e.g. Back to School Bash) to ongoing committees/programs (e.g Teacher Appreciation).  Please consider signing up for one or more events and/or committees.
Simply:
-  Check out the descriptions;
-  Review the Volunteer Expectations; and
-  Sign up for what interests you by clicking the "Click to Volunteer" button on the right side of the page.
This is the INITIAL sign up and you will be contacted by the program or event chair closer to the date when volunteers are needed. 
More volunteer opportunities will be posted throughout the school year, so please check back often.
We need over 500 individual volunteers between September and June, so please donate your time and talents!

Description of PTO Volunteer Opportunities

Annual Appeal Chair
All Year
The Annual Appeal Chair manages the campaign where East School families are asked to support the PTO through voluntary financial contributions. Duties include all appeal communication, advertising, reporting and follow up including donor thank you. In the Fall, the chair speaks on behalf of the Appeal at the Fall All School Meetings.
4th Grade Physics Olympics
Spring (TBD)
Volunteers will run "stations" where 4th grade students test out principles of Physics through hands-on activities, including: an egg drop, riding bikes as slowly as possible, shooting marbles down a trajectory, and more.
5th Grade Committee Co-Chairs
All Year or Specific Events Only
Committee co-chairs are needed to plan and execute various 5th grade activities, including: ice cream socials, the floor hockey event, snowflake cafe, the 5th grade picnic and the Culmination Ceremony.
1001 Book Club
All Year
Assist the 1001 Book Club Coordinator with managing this reading enrichment program.  Responsibilities include quality control of book bags on display in the East MultiPurpose Room, helping to host Story Hours, and presenting awards to readers at certain milestones.
Back to School Bash
September
Our annual "welcome back to school" event for students and families will feature BBQ, bouncy houses, cotton candy and fun!  We need just over 40 volunteers to make it happen.  This is a great opportunity to meet other members of the East School Community.
BOKS Trainer
Fall, Winter and Spring
​Parent volunteers are needed to help run this before-school physical activity program for East students.  One-day training is required.  Once certified, volunteers will coordinate and manage 40 minute classes that include warm-ups, movement drills, running activities, obstacle courses, games and a brief nutrition discussion.  
Book Fair
(TBD)
The Scholastic Book Fair is held twice per year, in November and March.  
Volunteers are needed to help set up and run the book fair under the direction of
​the Chairs.
Community Service
All Year or Specific Events Only
Volunteers will help the Community Service Program Coordinator both within and outside the school with clothing drives, "Christmas in the City", Valentines for Seniors, etc. 
Display Case
All Year
Volunteers are needed to manage the display cases throughout East School.  Displays are updated periodically to share special information and pictures.
Field Day
June (TBD)
Over 150 volunteers are needed for this exciting, end-of-the-year event held on the second to last day of school. Many fun-filled outdoor activities to choose from.
Get Smart About Art
Spring (TBD)
There are many different opportunities for volunteers to get involved in East School's annual art program.  Responsibilities include either attending Get Smart About Art Workshops for training on upcoming art projects, volunteering in the classroom on project day, or assisting Chairs with the June art show. 
Grant Review Committee
One Meeting (TBD)
Grants are awarded by the PTO to enhance teaching initiatives and encourage innovation. The Committee meets once a year to review and distribute grants.
Green Team
All Year or Specific Events Only
Volunteers are needed to help with "Reduce, Re-use and Recycle" activities throughout the school year including Compost Helpers in the cafeteria, Trashless Tuesdays and the annual Walk/Ride to School Day.
Halloween Bash
October
Volunteers will assist the Halloween Party Chairs in organizing and running this annual kids' event at East School.
Hobby Night
March (TBD)
Volunteers are needed to assist Chairs with this fun event where students are invited to showcase a hobby they enjoy. Responsibilities include table set up, selling pizza to support playground improvements, and more.
Math Olympics 
All Year
Math Olympics provides students a chance to participate in an "extra-challenge" school-wide math program throughout the school year.  Volunteers are needed to help grade completed math sheets and organize recognition activities.
Pop Up Explorers
One or Two Half-Days (TBD)
Volunteers will assist with running the Pop-Up Explorers program, held on school half days from 12-2 (first Wednesday of every month). 
Room Parents
All Year
Room Parents assist classroom teachers as needed throughout the school year.  Responsibilities include coordinating classroom volunteers, managing class parties, coordinating one class "coffee" for parents, coordinating teacher gifts and helping drive class participation in the PTO Annual Appeal. One class parent must be at classroom events to assist volunteers. Volunteer Orientation Required: Date TBD at East Elementary School. Teachers choose room parents so inquire directly if you are interested.
School Beautification Committee
All Year or Specific Events Only
​Assist the Beautification Chair with a one day school beautification project or help out during the school year. Examples include planting flower bulbs, planting flowers in pots outside the school, hanging holiday wreaths/decor, and assisting school custodians with mulching or other large scale beautification projects.
Screen Free Week
Spring (TBD)
The East School community is encouraged to turn off their TVs and other electronics for one designated week in the Spring. Volunteers are needed to help advertise this initiative.
Snowflake Sale
​December
The Snowflake Sale is a one day event where kids "shop" in the East School gym for holiday gifts for family and friends. Shopping items are donated by East families.  Volunteers will work with the Snowflake Sale Chairs to organize and implement the event: last minute shopping, decorating and setup, and working at the Sale.
Staff Appreciation
All Year
Volunteers help coordinate a variety of events to thank the teachers and staff for their dedication to our children. Events include a monthly coffee, a year-end luncheon, and more.
Sunshine Committee
​All Year
Assist our Sunshine Coordinator in acknowledging special occasions or events for our community members or in reaching out during a difficult time. Responsibilities may include writing notes, sending flowers, or coordinating meals. Sunshine volunteers may also help with the new family "meet and greet" program.