Parents and caregivers interested in volunteering as room parents for the 2025-2026 school year can now sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.
The HSA is looking for three dedicated parents from each class to serve as room parents for the year, plus two on-call volunteers who can jump in as needed — perfect for those who want to help if the main spots are filled or prefer a lighter commitment this year!
Being a room parent is a great way to connect with the class and wider Lafayette community — and many find that their fellow classroom parents and caregivers are very interested in helping as well.
Typical room parent duties include:
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Attending the room parent meeting to be held in Early September! More details to come.
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Coordinating a class get together (such as a play date or parents v. kids kickball game) early in the year, so kids and parents can get to know each other.
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Coordinating a parent get together (such as a parent potluck or informal happy hour), ideally before the end of October, with other parent volunteers.
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Assisting the teacher with organizing volunteers and supplies for classparties, field trips, art class and other activities, based on teacher needs.
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Communicating with parents about HSA meetings, activities and events, including the Fall Festival and Auction. (Meeting communications are especially important when there’s a vote.)
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Receiving and forwarding emails from Room Parent Coordinators Katie Dowd and Mallory Parets so the parents in your class stay informed.
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Coordinating teacher gifts during the December holidays and at the end of the school year.
For those who sign-up as room parents, there will be a virtual room parent meeting in early September to learn more about the role and activities for the coming year.
If you have questions, please reach out to Room Parent Coordinators Katie Dowd and Mallory Parets at roomparents@lafayettehsa.
