Helping Parents

Helping in the classroom is an important part of what makes St. John's special.  You get to see your little one interacting with others and learning to follow the instructions of a teacher.  Your child gets to have someone that he/she loves, come to school - it's a special day for them when it's your turn.

HERE'S HOW IT WORKS

On a rotating basis, parents assist a qualified teacher in the care and instruction of the class.  At the beginning of the year you, or the adult who will be coming to class, will attend a workshop.  The workshop will prepare you for being in the classroom.  You'll find out the daily routine for your teacher, what should be done each day, where things are located, etc.

The Scheduling Parent for your class will give you a schedule the first week of school.  You'll come in approximately two or three times a month as a helping parent.

You should arrive ten minutes early to assist the teacher in getting the room ready and find out what you can do to help that day. You'll do craft projects,
educational computer games, or perhaps help a child with a necessary skill (writing, cutting, etc.).

One of the helping parents will also be the Snack Parent - This is also on a rotating basis.  You bring in a drink and a snack (preferably healthy) for the class to enjoy!

By the end of the year, you'll be amazed how much your little one has learned!  You'll also discover that all those parents who were strangers at the beginning of the year - are now your friends!


Last Updated:Saturday, February 08, 2003 12:48 PM