Parent Involvement
Not everyone can be a teacher, but anyone can be a volunteer! Whether you are a parent, guardian, grandparent, aunt, uncle, friend, or simply a member of our community, we are always looking for volunteers to help out in different ways throughout the school year.
Event Volunteers
Northwood is always in need of volunteers for events throughout the school year. Here are just a few:
- Campus Cleanup
- Carnival
- Field Day
- Twilight
- Jog-a-thon
Please contact Northwood's Family Club if you are interested in volunteering!
Classroom Volunteers
One of the best ways you can support your child’s immediate learning environment is by helping his or her teacher within the classroom. Responsibilities vary from classroom to classroom, but typically center on being a point person for the teacher. Examples might include: helping with Tuesday folders, arranging class activities and parties, checking homework, assisting with field trips, organizing supplies, etc.
This is a good role for someone who likes to be in touch with the teacher and the classroom. It involves some checking in with teachers (usually before or after school) and occasional follow up with fellow class families.
Library Volunteers
Parents can help in the library by providing reading enrichment experiences, shelving books, straightening shelves, or helping put up library displays. Additionally, you can support Northwood's Scholastic Book Fair by helping set up, tear down and assist students with their selections and purchases. For more information about volunteering in the library, please send an email to our school librarian Hanh Randall.
Yard Duty & crosswalk supervision
Yard Duty
Do you have a free hour in the afternoon? We are looking for volunteers to help supervise students during our lunch recess. This is a great opportunity for you to enjoy some fresh air, interact with the kids, and help create a safe and welcoming environment for them to play. You make your own schedule and come on days you're available. Please contact the school front office for details.
Crosswalk Supervision
We would love to have an adult at our crosswalks both before and after school to assist children and families and ensure everyone gets to school safely. We have the stop signs and safety vests; all you need is a smile and some free time! We are looking for both morning and afternoon assistance. Please stop by the front office if you are interested.
School Site Council
The School Site Council is made up of elected parents, teachers, and other staff. Its role is to manage and monitor progress on the School Based Coordinated Plan and to oversee the use of School Improvement funds. The council meets monthly. All interested parents and staff are invited to attend.
Visit the School Site Council page
ELAC
The English Learner Advisory Committee is made up of staff and parents who share an interest in helping our second-language learners succeed at Northwood Elementary School.
Parent Faculty Club (PFC)
All parents of Northwood Elementary School students are members of our PFC. There is no membership fee. Board meetings are held monthly and all are invited to attend. General meetings are held in the fall at Back to School Night and at the end of the year. The PFC organizes many activities for NES students and runs three major fundraisers during the year: jogathon, readathon, Twilight auction.
Northwood Parent Faculty Club Website
School-Parent Compact for Achievement
Northwood School-Compact 2023-24 English PDF
Northwood School-Compact 2023-2024 Spanish PDF
Join our team of volunteers and help make a difference!
Every little bit helps, and there is something for every interest and level of participation. Volunteering is a great way to get involved, develop a closer relationship with your child and establish friendships. You may help out in the classroom in a variety of ways, in the office, or by helping with PFC activities. Volunteers are needed throughout the school year and especially at fundraising events. Being active in whatever way suits your talents and time sends a powerful message to your child that school is important to you!
Volunteers
Northwood School welcomes and appreciates volunteers, as they enrich the educational experience for students. Volunteers are not authorized on our campus until all mandatory district requirements are fulfilled, and the volunteer has been notified of clearance by Human Resources. To apply as a volunteer for any NVUSD school, please follow the instructions below.
Instructions for volunteer live scan clearance
- Complete the Volunteer Interest Form online.
- After submitting the Volunteer Interest Form, the confirmation page will provide a link to the Volunteer Live Scan Form for you to print and fill out.
- Schedule your live scan and bring your completed Volunteer Live Scan Form.
- Human Resources will notify you when you are cleared to volunteer.