{"id":481,"date":"2024-12-13T17:09:41","date_gmt":"2024-12-13T17:09:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mcleodnurseryschool.com\/?page_id=481"},"modified":"2025-08-27T09:23:48","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T14:23:48","slug":"parent-participation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mcleodnurseryschool.com\/?page_id=481","title":{"rendered":"Parent Participation"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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At McLeod Nursery School, we believe that active parent participation is at the heart of what makes our school a warm, welcoming, and successful place for children to grow and learn. As a co-op nursery school, we rely on the dedication and enthusiasm of our parent community to create a positive and enriching environment for everyone.<\/p>

We offer a range of committees that allow parents to contribute their time, talents, and energy in meaningful ways. Whether you’re interested in supporting classroom activities, organizing events, or contributing to the overall development of the school, there are many opportunities to get involved and make a difference.<\/p>

Your involvement plays a crucial role in building a strong foundation for our children\u2019s education and fostering a sense of belonging for all families at McLeod Nursery School.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Board of Directors<\/h2>

The Board oversees the nursery school\u2019s operations, handling tasks such as meetings, grants, registrations, fundraising, and volunteer coordination. Board members attend 5-6 meetings annually and ensure all duties are fulfilled throughout the year.<\/p><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Christmas Party Committee<\/h2>

The lead confirms the budget, books entertainment, and coordinates tasks for the event. On the day, they oversee setup and cleanup, ensuring everything runs smoothly. The lead tracks volunteer participation and reports to the Volunteer Coordinator.<\/p><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Christmas Hamper Committee<\/h2>

The lead assigns tasks and ensures the Winnipeg Cheer Board is contacted for a family to support. Volunteers contribute by donating or purchasing items for the hamper. The lead tracks and reports volunteer participation to the Volunteer Coordinator.<\/p><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Graduation Committee<\/h2>

The lead organizes the 4-year-old graduation, including purchasing refreshments, setup, and creating graduation hats. The lead coordinates the display of artwork and ensures all duties are completed. They also report volunteer participation to the Volunteer Coordinator.<\/p><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Fundraising Committee<\/h2>

This committee, led by the Fundraising
Co-ordinator, selects and organizes fundraising efforts for the nursery school. They work to ensure successful events and report back to the Volunteer Coordinator about which parents fulfilled their volunteer commitments.<\/p><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Housekeeping Committee<\/h2>

Volunteers clean classrooms and toys 2-3 times a year for 2 hours, either Tuesday or Thursday afternoons (12-2 pm). All supplies and instructions are provided. Volunteers also take turns washing laundry and returning it on the child\u2019s next school day.<\/p><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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End of Year Party Committee<\/h2>

The lead organizes the end-of-year party, including a potluck and outdoor activities (weather permitting). They assign duties to committee members and post a sign-up sheet for contributions. The lead tracks volunteer participation and reports to the Volunteer Coordinator.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Teacher Appreciation Committee<\/h2>

The lead organizes a gift or gesture for Teacher Appreciation Week, confirming the budget and assigning tasks. They work with the committee to execute the plan and ensure all tasks are completed. The lead reports volunteer participation to the Volunteer Coordinator.<\/p><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n