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Interested in volunteering but not sure where to start?

Parent Involvement – It Takes a Village!

At Woodlake Elementary Community Charter, we believe that a strong school community helps every child thrive. Parent involvement can take many different forms, and there is no one-size-fits-all way to participate. Whether you volunteer at an event, help in the classroom, support a fundraiser, or simply stay engaged in your child's learning, every contribution makes a difference.

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We encourage all families to get involved in ways that fit their schedules and interests. Together, we help create a vibrant, enriching, and supportive environment for our students today and for future generations of Wildcats.

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Bring your ideas/strengths/interests to the school! Below are just some of the amazing programs here at Woodlake that need resources and or volunteers:

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  • Room Parents

  • Book Fair*

  • Friday Monthly Recycling*

  • Spirit Wear*

  • Snack Shack*

  • Monster Bash and Trunk-or-Treat*

  • Family Movie Night*

  • Spring Silent Auction*

  • Night of the Arts*

  • Talent Show*

  • Teacher & Staff Appreciation

  • Yearbook*

  • Campus Beautification*

  • Webmaster*

  • Corporate Sponsors*

  • Grant Seeking*

  • …and more!


*Denotes events or programs where volunteer opportunities are available outside of school hours and do not require you to complete the LAUSD volunteer process.


If you wish to volunteer in the classroom or anywhere on campus during school hours, you must be approved through LAUSD. All LAUSD volunteers must complete a School Volunteer Application before coming into the classroom. A tuberculosis (TB) clearance must be on file and is good for 4 years. Once received, your completed application and TB test will be submitted to the LAUSD Parent Community Service Branch (PCSB). Follow this link to apply to be a volunteer today! PCSS / Volunteer Application Process (lausd.net).

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For safety and emergencies, all visitors MUST sign in the office on either the visitor or volunteer log if you enter the premises between 8:00 am and 2:23 pm. You must wear a yellow visitor sticker or LAUSD badge and sign OUT when you leave campus. If your name is listed as being on campus you will be part of the list of people that are searched for in case of an emergency, so please sign out. You are welcome to come on campus after 2:23 pm to pick up your child.
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​Helpful Volunteer Descriptions & Opportunities

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Room Parent:

  • Help maintain & update the classroom roster as needed

  • Share Class News & Updates weekly or as needed

  • Share communication from the teacher with class as directed by teacher

  • Help make sure classroom helper volunteer positions (as requested by the teacher) are filled

  • Coordinate volunteers for class activities and events/parties as needed

  • Coordinate approved photos for the class fun page in the yearbook.

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In-Class Volunteer:

  • Work with the teacher in the classroom to support ALL students. We are not solely our child’s assistant.

  • Helping assist the students during your class’s enrichment opportunities like Art, Music, Library, Garden or Tech Lab. Check with your Teacher for the dates/times needed.​​

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Early Morning Volunteering:
If you are available to volunteer between 7:30 and 8:00 AM, consider the following:

  • Morning Drop Off Valet – visit the school office to see which gates need the most help

  • Friday Recycling (LAUSD approval not required, see current year’s schedule and sign-up form)


School Day Volunteering:
If you are available to volunteer during school hours, consider the following areas in addition to your child's classroom:

  • PE Volunteers (Weekly for 1 hour): check with your teacher for specific date/time

  • Studio Art Class Volunteer in room 21 with Ms. Sharon

  • Library Volunteer: Check with your teacher for the day & consider volunteering for class times in addition to your child's. For a complete library schedule check with Lucie Dent, Librarian.

  • STEAM Lab, Garden, and additional special projects Volunteer–check with your teacher/Main Office

  • Yearbook (being on campus to take photos): Spirit Weeks, staff photos, students enjoying our enrichment programs, assemblies…October - April.

 

After School Volunteering (LAUSD approval not required):
If you are available to volunteer immediately after school gets out, consider these options:

  • Snack Shack (Weekly, typically Wednesdays and Fridays). 2:23 - 3:00pm. See current sign-up form

  • Help with Fundraisers. Contact Marin Silvers email marin.silvers@gmail.com

  • Help decorate for special school events like the Halloween Parade, Winter Choral Music Performance, Earth Day, Night of the Arts, Fun Run – check with your teacher or PTSA


Evening and Weekend Volunteering (LAUSD approval not required):
If after 6 p.m. or just on weekends is when you are available, then consider:

  • Attend our PTSA general meetings (Monthly, First Wednesday). 6:30 pm, Check the school calendar

  • Volunteer to be on a planning committee for an event

  • Help with set up, day-of, and break down of weekend events like Monster Bash, Family Dance, NOTA and Movie Night.

  • Yearbook - anytime from your home computer to create pages and/or on campus to take photos. (October-April).

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