Greater Houlton Christian Academy desires for parents to be very much involved in the school. In fact, parental involvement particularly beyond the classroom is absolutely necessary to the operational success of the Academy. Therefore, it is crucial that every parent seeks ways in which they can contribute to the Academy. The following list of organizations, events and opportunities parents can serve:
FUNDRAISING EVENTS
Those events and opportunities are communicated at the beginning of each year. Each family is encouraged to do its part in helping the school raise funds in order to keep tuition costs affordable since the school receives no state or federal funding and tuition does not cover all the operating expenses of the school.
PARENT ORGANIZATIONS
Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF):
The Academy has established a fellowship for the close association and cooperation of the parents of students and the teachers engaged by the Academy. The PTF is also open to those interested in serving the ministry of the Academy.
- The purpose of the PTF shall be to promote unity and serve in support of the Academy Board, the Administration, and faculty.
- The PTF shall function in coordination with the administration of the Academy and shall be under the authority of the Board of Directors.
Parents are encouraged to meet with their child's teacher and to participate in meetings that may also be held throughout the year as called for by departmental team leaders.
Open Forums
The purpose of the Open Forum meetings are as varied as the needs of the school but usually include the communication between parents and the school for ideas and suggestions. The Head of School may call for periodic school-wide or departmental meetings throughout the school year as an opportunity for parents and Head of School or director to share ideas and seek input.
Booster Club
Homeroom Moms / Dads
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
- Summer Work Program - major maintenance and repair jobs
- Parent Cleaning Nights - Special cleaning projects throughout the school year
- Hot Lunch Programs
- Office Help with newsletter mailings
- Moms-in Touch Prayer Groups
- Class Field Trip Chaperones and Drivers
- Maintenance and repair jobs
- Bus drivers
- Classroom readers
- Music/Drama production helpers
- Elementary sports coaches and helpers
- Concession Stand
Conclusion
In conclusion, we need YOU! You don't even need to be a parent to volunteer - grandparents, aunts, uncles, and anyone who has a heart for Christian education is welcome to help out (please note, volunteers who work with children are subject to a background check). GHCA brings relies on far more than just tuition to "pay the bills". Volunteers are crucial so that we can offer Christian education to average income families in our region. Contact us today to see how you can help!
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