Volunteers not only assist students, teachers, and the community as a whole by increasing awareness and promoting community support of public education, but also benefit personally and sometimes professionally. There is often a sense of fulfillment and personal growth that comes through active participation in meaningful service to children. Our volunteers at Lisbon Elementary work as classroom aides helping students with reading, math and computer skills, field trip chaperones, room parents, home workers, and clerical aides. Although numbers vary some, each year we have approximately 80-90 active volunteers.
Communication is a key element in assuring a successful volunteer program.
Volunteers and teachers are encouraged to speak with each other and the coordinator whenever a problem arises or a wonderful idea comes to mind. Do not hesitate to share your own ideas. The coordinator, Linda Cummings, is responsible for surveying, contacting and placing volunteers, surveying teacher needs, keeping records of volunteer activities, and reporting to administrators at the end of the year. We strongly encourage and welcome parents to be involved with their children's education in whatever way possible. There are many ways in which you can play a part in supporting your child's and others educational experience.