Room Moms & Class Parents Rock!
Elementary and preschool classrooms around the country are beginning a new year and VolunteerSpot is hoping to inspire more parents to get involved in their child’s classroom as a Room Mom (or Room Dad).
Because class parents are so important to the everyday workings of the classroom, VolunteerSpot, has published “The Room Mom Survival Guide,” a free eBook to help classroom parents and teachers achieve a successful school year.
Jamie, a first grade teacher and collaborator at Crafting Chicks had this to say,
"What I love about my room mom is... VOLUNTEERS rock! Not only do they help the teacher, the student's experience is enriched when parents are active and involved in their school and classrooms."
Those who are already a Room Mom or are thinking of becoming a Room Mom or Class Parent in their child’s class will find several pages of ideas and best practices that will ‘wow’ the teacher, save time and get more parents involved this school year.
This Free eBook Includes
- Teacher Meeting Checklists
- Parent Communication Tips
- Classroom Organizational Tips
- Classroom Art Ideas (Courtesy of DreamSakes)
- School Auction Ideas
- Sample Parent Welcome Letters
- Class Party Planning Ideas
- Fun School Party Activities (Courtesy of Make and Takes )
- Dream Classroom Giveaways, special offers, and more…
Room Moms coordinate other class parents to ensure the teacher is well-supported in the classroom and help make class parties and events even more fun. Taking on the role of Room Mom can seem daunting at first, but with a bit of practice, and some guidance from VolunteerSpot, any mom or dad can become a skilled classroom parent.
Cindy Hopper, a Kansas mom of 3 and founder of Skip to My Lou, treasures her own Room Mom experience in saying:
"I get to develop a personal relationship with the teacher and I get a window on my child's daily world at school."
Looking for a little more encouragement to become the room mom? Step up knowing you're in good company! We've learned these awesome bloggers are also Room Moms:
Andrea Fellman of SavvySassyMoms
Erin Kotecki of Queen of Spain
Sierra Rix of Actual Mom
Mia of Pragmatic Mom
Rachel Matthews of A Southern Fairy Tale
Are you a room mom or room dad? Please comment below to let us know - and share your tips and suggestions for a great year!
For more information, view or download the “The Room Mom Survival Guide” eBook for yourself, check out our Room Parent Online Sign Up Sheet Templates & Resources, and see VolunteerSpot.com to learn more on how to easily schedule classroom volunteers.
