While you will take great interest in learning what the preschool has to offer to you child, you're probably wondering what does the "parent participation" component really mean? Being part of a PPP means being part of a local community of families who want to be actively involved in their children's early social and educational experiences. Helping at the school, you'll meet other parents, get to know the other children, and best of all, be directly involved in the early education of your child. Since the preschool is a not for profit organization which operates under licensing by the BC Council of PPP's and the North Vancouver School District, there are four components to your involvement in the preschool:
- Approximately once every two to three weeks, you will participate in a "duty day" in the preschool, assisting our teacher during class times. Being a duty parent is a great way to observe your own and other children at play. Parents and children look forward to spending time together at school on these special days. There are additional time requirements such as "orientation" prior to your first duty day to ensure each parent is ready.
- There are requisite monthly Parent Education meetings featuring well informed professionals to help us through a myriad of issues such as dealing with discipline, healthy eating and developing a positive sense of self. These free sessions provide us with an opportunity to learn about parenting and your children without having to open a book! We also learn from each other through open discuss sessions. There is also a "General Meeting" component of the evening to discuss administrative matters in running the school and time for socializing too.
- All families are required to participate in the school's Fall Fair. This fun filled event captures all our fundraising efforts for the year so that the rest of the year can be enjoyed without the pressure of constant fundraising.
- Each family is assigned a specific job to help keep the school operating smoothly and to maintain the preschool and playground. Many jobs can be done on your own time, while others include committee work. From maintenance to administration, your involvement will be a rewarding experience. Click here for a list of jobs.