"The Giddens Staff are wonderful! Their love and commitment to the children is extraordinary. I’m grateful to have them be a part of my child ’s life."

a Giddens parent

Volunteering

Volunteers are among Giddens’ most valuable resources. Their influences are seen in every event we hold, in every aspect of our school. As we work together, our diverse backgrounds blend to create new ideas and excitement that help shape our community. The stronger the community, the more benefits our children receive. Please consider contributing your skills and strengths. We can’t do it without you!

Tracking your volunteer time is important for the school. Demonstrating that Giddens is supported from within is a great way of showing potential funders that we are worthy of their support. Please track your volunteer hours by signing a sign-up sheet whenever available, or by clicking onthe volunteer reporting form below. It's easy and quick! If you have donated your time to Giddens school, please let us know using our online volunteer reporting form.

 One of our goals is to match the needs of our school with the strengths you offer. To help us make the best match for you, please take a look at some of the opportunities we offer. If you don’t see a perfect match, or just want more information, please contact Sheba Burney-Jones

Special Annual Events
We welcome everyone’s help to make these events a success!
Individual / Ongoing Projects
Customize your individual volunteer efforts

Scholastic Book Fairs October 2-8 and May 17-20th

Academic / Classroom support
Fall work party
Sun., Oct 25th 11 am-4 pm
Family/Staff Alliance (FSA) Help with school-wide events!
Harvest Festival
Fri., Oct 28 th 6:30-8 pm
Rainbow Kids’ Club Enrichment
Weekly/Bi-Monthly Snack Shopping – funded by School

Open Houses Nov. 18th 7-8:30 pm and Jan. 23rd 11 am- 2 pm

Transportation / Field trip support Check in with your classroom teacher for dates
Annual Giving Campaign
Beginning in October
Landscaping / Gardening
Ongoing garden maintenance or come to a Work Party!
Auction Fri. March 19th, 2010, 6-10 pm
(Volunteer work beginning in October)
Fundraising / Development
Spring Work Party
May 15th, 9am-2pm
Class Representative
Ongoing communication with families in your class
Teacher/Staff Appreciation
Ongoing and during Teacher Appreciation Week
Office / Admin. / Board support
Arts Festival
Fri. May 21st for Primary and Weds. May26th for preschool
Emergency Preparedness Committee
End of the Year Clean up
Project-based facility cleaning / maintenance
Library Maintenance
ongoing or specific dates
Professional services / Marketing / Technology
  Mentor to new families