What do I do on a duty day?
Duty parents are to arrive 5 minutes prior to the start of class. The teachers direct all the children's activities and advise duty parents as to how they can help. Duty parents are there to help supervise and encourage the children.
Is there flexibility in the duty day schedule?
Yes. Parents will be asked for their preferred duty days before schedules are developed. Schedules are posted at the beginning of each term. Parents can exchange duty days - just remember to notify your class VP and update the schedule.
How is it decided what my job will be?
Registration forms ask what your talents, interests and job preferences are. We try our best to assign you a job you request or one that appeals to your talents and interests. At one of the first general meetings, the job list will be reviewed and volunteers recruited. When you assume a job, you will receive a job description to help you perform your job.
How much fundraising is required?
Our preschool is a non-profit organization. All money raised goes to the operation of the program (rent, phone, teacher salary, supplies etc.). Parents participate in a variety of fundraising activities throughout the year or have the option of choosing to contribute to the cause.
What is the PPP Parent Education Program?
PPP's are licensed to operate on the condition that duty parents participate in 1.5 hours of parent education each month of the school year. As part of our monthly general meetings, expert speakers present topics relevant to parenting preschoolers. As well, duty parents must have at least 10 hours of orientation prior to performing a duty day.
Is a PPP something working parents can do?
Yes, however, if both parents are employed, you'll need some flexibility in your work schedule. Duty days are required, and the parent doing them must attend the orientation in the Fall. Attendance at the regular monthly general meetings is also required. Caregivers can perform duty days, but to be eligible they must attend the fall orientation and the parent education portion of each general meeting. A parent is still required to attend the business portion of the general meetings.
