PARENT VOLUNTEER ASSOCIATION

Windermere Prep Parent Volunteer Association

The WPVA is the Parent Volunteer Association at WPS. We're a 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing support for the educational and recreational needs of our children through enrichment programs while promoting a sense of community to encourage school spirit and pride through planned events.

The WPVA is always looking for dynamic volunteers. If you're interested in volunteering during your child’s time at WPS, it's a wonderful opportunity to be more involved. Opportunities are available in Lower School, Middle School, and High School. All volunteers must be background checked.

Please let us know if you'd be interested in any of the following Volunteer Opportunities for the 2024-25 school year.

Click on this link to complete the Parent Interest Form.

Lower School Lead Room Coordinator

The lead room coordinator will comfortably be able to communicate with the teacher to plan and organize classroom events/parties per teacher instruction throughout the school year.  The individual will be collecting and handling TAG funds, and distributing those funds based on the TAG budget for the class.  They will also recruit and coordinate volunteers through a classroom sign up site and will send timely reminders about school and classroom events.  The room coordinators will keep parent and child contact information private, and will follow all school policies and procedures at all times by being a positive and helpful point of contact for parents. 

Requirements:

• WPS Fingerprint and Background Check
• Computer skills, preferably Numbers/Excel
• Ability to diplomatically communicate with teacher and parents
• Ability to follow a detailed budget
• Attention to detail
• Quick Follow Up 

The WPVA is always looking for dynamic volunteers. If you are interested in becoming a Room Coordinator or Grade Lead, this is a wonderful opportunity to be more involved at WPS. Opportunities available only to parents with children in grades PK3 - 5th Grade.  School employees do not qualify. Click here to communicate your interest.

Lower School Room Coordinator Assistant

Work closely with the Lead Room Coordinator in executing all classroom events. They will also recruit and coordinate volunteers through classroom communication and send timely reminders about school and classroom events. The room coordinators will keep parent and child contact information private, and will follow all school policies and procedures at all times by being a positive and helpful point of contact for parents. One year commitment. Background and fingerprint required per school policy.

Lower School Party Volunteer

This is a lower school fundraiser dance party in the gym. Volunteers are needed with set up, clean up, and to chaperone areas of the gym. This is a multiple day commitment to prepare and lead up to the dance party. Volunteering day of the dance party is broken into two shifts, with the late shift ending by 11pm.

Lower School Holiday Shop Committee

Classes in the lower school come to the Holiday Shop to purchase holiday gifts for their family. Volunteers are needed to help set-up/take-down, help wrap gifts, take funds, and shop with the children. This is a one week commitment working closely with our Holiday Shop Coordinator. The Sunday prior to shop week will be scheduled to transport items and set them up. During sale week, your days are also filled with restock and inventory organization. Items need to be brought back to storage in bins at the conclusion of the sale. Vehicle usage is a requirement.

Middle School Mania Volunteer

Middle school team building event where students spend the day working and competing in teams. Volunteers are needed to help with providing and setting up lunch, serving food and cleaning up. This is a one day commitment from 8am-3pm.

Picture Day Volunteer

Help the children make sure they look their best when taking their school photo while checking in students and directing classes as they enter the gym. This is a 2-4 hour commitment during campus picture days.

Used Uniform Committee

Used Uniform Sales provide an opportunity for parents to purchase gently used uniforms. Volunteers are needed to help sort and organize uniform items, help set-up/take-down the Used Uniform Sales, and work during the sales. Serving on this committee is a full year commitment working closely with the Used Uniform Coordinator, meeting monthly. Sales are typically on conference days with one prior to the new school year.

Teacher Appreciation Week Volunteer

A week long celebration honoring our teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week in May. Volunteers are needed to help decorate, set up food stations, and clean up daily. This is a week-long commitment ending by 1pm daily.

Family BBQ Volunteer

Join us for our first school family BBQ and be a part of the fun by volunteering for set up and clean up duties. As a volunteer, you will hep set up a welcoming space for families to enjoy delicious food, fun, and fellowship.

Adult Social Volunteer

Volunteer with us for our upcoming adult social happening on campus! As a volunteer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the event runs smoothly. Duties may include welcoming guests, assisting with registration, directing attendees to various activities or refreshment areas, and providing support to event organizers as needed. Your involvement will help create a warm and engaging atmosphere, ensuring all guests have a memorable experience. Join us in fostering a sense of community and camaraderie on campus!

Halloween Candy Sorting

Help sort and separate Halloween candy for the middle school to hand out during the lower school parade.  This is a one day, three hour commitment.

Global Games

Help sort and separate apparel for all incoming schools as Windermere Prep hosts the Global Games this fall.  This is a one day, four hour commitment.

General Volunteer

If you cannot commit to any specific committee or volunteer opportunity listed but want to be notified for any general volunteer opportunities, we will add you to our volunteer list and notify you as opportunities arise.

Interested in volunteering? Click on this link.

For more information or questions, please contact wpvaevents@gmail.com.