At High Meadows, parent volunteers work together with the staff of the school, forming a team that enriches the children’s educational experience. On any given day, a visitor to the school’s campus will see a number of parents helping out in a variety of ways, from assisting in the classroom to leading a pony during a class’s weekly ride; from chaperoning a field trip to reshelving books in the library.
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"I believe this culture of volunteerism is truly unique to High Meadows. I find that it creates a very special family-like atmosphere not found elsewhere; one which benefits the children, as well as the staff and parents." |
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- Liz Gembecki, Head of School |
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Certainly, the children and the school benefit when parents volunteer. Volunteering has benefits for parents as well. Parent volunteers gain insight into their children’s education and become well-acquainted with members of the faculty as well as other parents. In fact, through volunteering, many parents develop new friendships and professional relationships.
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"My main reason for volunteering is that, along with a group of very committed parents, I am helping to improve the world where my son spends his days." |
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- parent of a first-grader |
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