In addition, held at each school in alternating months are meetings of the Bishop PTO, its Advisory Council and both faculties. Fourth graders played recorders, and the fifth-grade chorus sang. Speaking on that occasion were Principal Stephen Carme, Superintendent Kathleen Donovan and some prominent Bishop graduates. Bishop Principal Stephen Carme provided this information. The enthusiasm of Bishop parents overwhelmed the Brackett coordinators, and the occasion forged some new connections to science.
Parental involvement continues to be strong, a key factor in keeping any school community together.
Parents remain active in the classrooms. For example, they volunteer for writers' workshops and science lessons, and they support classroom teachers by copying assignments or laminating displays. Through 1999-2000, the Bishop PTO has been active and supportive in a variety of ways. They include providing money for staff professional development, teacher mini-grants, enrichment programs, teachers' supplies and technology support. Apart from the focus on maintaining their community, Bishop leaders have identified its writing program as the area to review and strengthen during 1999-2000.