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Welcome to the home of National Parental Involvement Day & Public School Volunteer Week!
Public School Volunteer Week #TeamSISD school volunteers go above and beyond! Thank you for helping our schools, nurturing our students, and assisting our employees. Have a happy #PublicSchoolVolunteerWeek!
We love to see campuses celebrating their volunteers! From chaperoning field trips, assisting teachers, helping students read, and supporting students through mentoring, we appreciate all our volunteers. #PublicSchoolVolunteerWeek 💙
Public School Volunteer Week #TeamSISD school volunteers go above and beyond! Thank you for helping our schools, nurturing our students, and assisting our employees. Have a happy #PublicSchoolVolunteerWeek!
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It’s Not Too Late! Public School Volunteer Week is here! This annual celebration recognizes the incredible contributions of parents, grandparents, and community members who dedicate their time to supporting public education. Volunteers play a crucial role in student success—whether they’re tutoring, mentoring, assisting in classrooms, leading extracurricular activities, or organizing events. Their dedication strengthens school communities, fosters academic achievement, and creates a more inclusive learning environment.
Even if your school hasn’t planned a formal event, there’s still time to get involved! A simple show of appreciation or a small gathering can make a big impact and inspire more families to engage in their children’s education.
5 Easy Ways to Celebrate This Week
✔ Show Gratitude – A heartfelt “thank you” goes a long way. Recognize volunteers through personal notes, emails, morning announcements, or a social media tribute. Highlight their efforts and share success stories of how volunteer contributions make a difference.
✔ Host a Quick Appreciation Event – If time is short, keep it simple! A morning coffee reception, a lunchtime gathering, or an after-school meet-and-greet can be a great way to thank volunteers. Present them with certificates, small gifts, or student-made thank-you cards to show your appreciation.
✔ Invite New Volunteers – Use this week to encourage more parents and community members to get involved. Set up a sign-up table at drop-off or pick-up times, send the Parent Engagement Pledge, or create an online survey to gauge interest.
✔ Capture the Moment & Share – Take pictures of volunteers in action and post them on your school’s website and social media with #PublicSchoolVolunteerWeek. Seeing others engaged in volunteering can inspire more families to participate.
✔ Plan for the Future – Public School Volunteer Week isn’t just about celebration—it’s also about momentum. Use this time to recruit volunteers for next year and set the stage for ongoing engagement.
Looking Ahead: Get Ready for Next Year!
As we celebrate volunteers this week, it’s the perfect time to start thinking ahead. National Parental Involvement Day in November is another key opportunity to strengthen family-school partnerships. Schools across the country will host Curbside Coffee & Cookies, a simple but meaningful event that welcomes parents, provides an opportunity to connect with school staff, and encourages ongoing engagement. Start planning now to make next year’s celebration even bigger!
Set Your School Up for Success with the
Family Engagement Toolbox & Parent Activity Handbook
To help schools sustain and grow their volunteer programs, Project Appleseed’s Family Engagement Toolbox offers valuable resources, templates, and strategies to build long-lasting family-school partnerships. Whether you’re looking for ways to enhance communication, increase parental involvement, or plan engaging events, this toolbox provides a structured approach to fostering a culture of collaboration and support.
Additionally, the Parent Activity Handbook is an essential tool for schools and families looking to engage more deeply in student learning. Packed with practical ideas and activities, it helps parents take an active role in their child’s education both at school and at home. Encourage families to explore the handbook and use it as a resource to support students year-round.
By celebrating Public School Volunteer Week today and preparing for next year, we can ensure that every school benefits from the power of engaged families. Let’s make this week count and continue to build strong school communities together!
Celebrate Public School Volunteer Week Your Way!
Public School Volunteer Week (April 21-25, 2025) is the perfect time to highlight the power of family engagement in your schools. Make this celebration your own—whether through special events, outreach efforts, or creative initiatives that bring families and educators together. Let us know how you’re celebrating!
Here are some great ways to get involved:
✅ 150 Days of Family Engagement – Extend the impact beyond just one day!
✅ Thank and Recruit Families – Show appreciation and invite more parents to engage.
✅ Parent | School Checklist – A guide to strengthen family-school partnerships.
✅ Ideas for Proclamations & Resolutions – Make your commitment official.
Teamwork Makes the Difference!
Project Appleseed’s Parent Engagement Toolbox – Resources to support your efforts.
A successful celebration involves parents, educators, employers, and mentors working together to bridge the connection between home and school. Strong partnerships lead to student success!
Take Action Today:
📌 Sign the Parental Involvement Pledge
📌 Download the Parental Involvement Pledge (PDF)
📌 Use the Parental Involvement Report Card (PDF)
Showcase the value of family engagement in your school and share your efforts with us! Use #PublicSchoolVolunteerWeek to spread the word!
Thank you for celebrating one of the oldest family engagement events in America!
Public School Volunteer Week cannot take place without the support of parents, educators, school boards, sponsors, partners, speakers, staff, and the attendees themselves. Project Appleseed wants to show our gratitude to all those who helped make Public School Volunteer Week a success. Here's a look at hundreds of past events across the country!
Historic Highlights
Olympia School Board Applauds 3,000 volunteers
Public School Volunteer Week is being celebrated throughout the Olympia School District Monday, April 17 through Friday, April 21.
Superintendent Patrick Murphy read a proclamation during the April 13 Olympia School Board meeting recognizing April 17-21 as Public School Volunteer Week. The local recognition coincides with both the state and national Public School Volunteer Week.
Murphy recognized OSD Volunteer Coordinator Steve Desselle on behalf of all volunteers throughout the district and thanked him for his work. More than 3,000 parents, students and community members give their time as volunteers in our schools.
The proclamation states in part that volunteers “are an integral part of student learning, play an important role in the education of students and provide a valuable partnership link with our community.” It also states that volunteers “inspire success in students while nurturing and challenging them to extend beyond their reach.”
Thank you, volunteers, for all you do for our schools!
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