Get Involved

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at St. Sava Orthodox School.

 

Getting involved in your child's school and volunteering is essential for creating a positive educational experience for both the child and the entire school community. Active parent volunteers not only support their child's development but also play a key role in shaping the school culture. Parental involvement strengthens relationships, enriches the learning environment, and teaches children important lessons in responsibility, service, and community. Whether assisting in the classroom, chaperoning, organizing events, or helping with school plays. Volunteers make a meaningful impact in fostering a school culture that promotes growth, diversity, and success. Additionally, this involvement enhances communication and collaboration between parents and school leaders, ensuring decisions reflect the needs of students and the broader school community. 

 

There are many ways parents can volunteer at St. Sava Orthodox School with options ranging from simple tasks to more hands-on involvement, depending on their preference. Here are some volunteer ideas that can have a significant impact on the school community:

 

• Classroom Aide: Assist teachers with tasks like organizing materials, setting up activities, or supervising students during classwork.

• Reading Support: Volunteer to read with students, particularly those in early grades, to improve literacy skills.

• Art, Music, or Science Support: Help with specialized activities like organizing art supplies, leading a small project, or supporting a science experiment. 

• Tutoring: Help students who need extra assistance with reading, math, or other subjects.

• STEM Projects: Support school initiatives focused on science, technology, engineering, and math, whether by organizing coding clubs, robotics teams, or technology fairs.

• Event Planning: Assist with organizing school events or the school play.

• Fundraising: Help plan and run fundraisers, like bake sales, silent auctions, or fun runs.

• Chaperoning Field Trips: Offer to help supervise students during educational outings.

• Clubs and Activities: Volunteer to lead an after-school club (e.g., chess club, art club, or gardening).

• Homework Help: Offer tutoring or homework assistance after school for students who need extra help.

• Sports Coaching: Help coach or assist with after-school sports teams or physical education activities.

• Guest Speaker: Share expertise in a particular field by giving guest lectures or presentations on career paths, hobbies, or educational topics. 

• Serve on the PTO Board: Become actively involved in the decision-making process for school activities and funding. Please visit our Parent & Student section of the website for more information about getting involved in our PTO Board.

• School Board Committees: Join committees that focus on making recommendations for curriculum improvements, or school policies.

• Administrative Help: Lend a hand in the school office with tasks such as making paper copies.

• Mentoring: Provide one-on-one mentorship for students who may benefit from additional support, whether academic, emotional, or social.

• Career Days or Job Shadowing: Help organize career days or offer students the opportunity to shadow you at work.

• Language Support: If you are bilingual, offer assistance in translating documents or teaching a language.

 

For ongoing volunteering opportunities at St. Sava Orthodox School please visit our PTO page, located under the Parent & Student Section. Becoming a PTO member offers a variety of ways to get involved in supporting the school. As a PTO member, you'll have the chance to attend the monthly meetings and collaborate with other parents, teachers, and school staff to enhance the educational experience for all students.