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Volunteers
are the key to making any PTA successful and at Bear Branch there are many
areas for volunteers to give of their time and talents. Volunteers interested
in a particular program are encouraged to contact the appropriate board
member for information. We love our volunteers!
Art Masterpiece
The
purpose of this enrichment program is to introduce a variety of art to
the students and to enhance their appreciation and exposure to the arts.
Follow-up enrichment activities present the opportunity to reinforce concepts
and allow the children to create their own "masterpiece".
Arts in Education
This
enrichment program provides the students with an artistic performance in
the Fall and Spring. These programs can include musical acts, plays or
other forms of the arts.
Bear Branch Buzz
Communication
for parents, teachers and staff alike is the focus of our weekly newsletter
the Buzz. Articles for the Buzz should be submitted by 3:00 Monday for
the following weeks issue.
Beautification
The
PTA Beautification Committee has the unique opportunity of making a positive
impact on the physical environment of the school.
Cub Scout Liaison
Cub
Scout Pack 3603 is chartered by the Bear Branch PTA and provides boys with
a positive environment.
Cultural Arts
This
schoolwide, theme based event is a favorite with everyone involved. Parents,
teachers, staff and students work together to make this event a memorable
and exciting learning experience.
Environmental Awareness
This
program encourages environmental education and awareness for the students,
parents and staff through the Environmental Poster Contest, Earth Week
activities and by having Wildlife on Wheels from the Museum of Science
visit the students on our campus.
FallFest
This
fun, family social event is held in October and is one of our PTA fundraisers
for the year. A wonderful festival with games, rides, raffles, prizes and
food is held in conjunction with giftwrap sales. Funds from this fundraiser
are used to support the many programs we sponser during the school year.
Health & Safety
Bike
safety and Drug Awareness and Prevention are promoted with our Bike Rodeo
and schoolwide ribbon decorating during Red Ribbon Week. Volunteers also
serve drinks and popcicles at our spectacular Super Kids Day.
Homeroom Representatives
Representatives
plan parties for the students and assist with special grade level activities
during the year. Parties are held for all students at Christmas and Valentine's
Day. In addition, an Easter party is planned for Kindergarten and First
Grade.
Hospitality
Volunteers
serve refreshments at the PTA General Meetings held five times during the
school year and also help with the planning and organization of the Teacher/Staff
Appreciation Luncheon held in the Spring.
Library
Volunteers
play an important role at the circulation desk, reshelving library books
and helping students research and locate books. This is a wonderful way
to use your talents in a variety of important ways. The Library also needs
volunteers for the two Book Fairs held during the year.
Membership
An active
and large PTA membership is an asset at any school and Bear Branch parents
know the importance of being involved. The Membership Chairperson is responsible
for coordinating our Fall and Spring Membership Drive, collecting the annual
dues and filing the required state reports.
Memory Book
Volunteers
from each grade level are asked to take pictures at functions and activities
during the year. They are also needed to help with yearbook layouts and
sales.
Parent Safety
Children
walking and riding their bikes to and from school arrive safely because
of the dedication of volunteers at busy street crossings.
Publications
Students,
Parents and Faculty all consider the Bear Branch Phone Directory to be
one of their most useful sources of information. Only students who return
permission slips from their parents will have information published in
the directory.
Publicity
We
love to hear about our school activities in the Kingwood Observer and that
is why publicity is so important to us. The Publicity Chairperson submits
articles and pictures to the paper on a regular basis and always appreciates
having pictures donated.
Reading Program
Students
are encouraged to participate in this very worthwhile program, which stands
for Read Aloud at Home! Volunteers from each grade level
tally and record each student's reading time, which is rewarded by monthly
pizza coupons and year end tropheys.
Reflections
Student
creativity is promoted and encouraged with this annual state wide, themed
contest. Students submit their work in a variety of formats including writing,
photography, art and music.
Science Lab
The
purpose of Science Lab is to help turn kids on to the World of Science
at an early age. The lab reinforces what students are learning in the classroom
and gives each student hands-on experience by showing them that science
is a part of everything around them. Volunteers work on many different
levels in the Science Lab.
Special Populations
Students
learn about handicaps and learning disabilities during "Everybody Counts
Week". Students and volunteers receive much from this very important program.
Spring Fundraiser
The
second of PTAs fundraisers for the year and includes a Talent Show and
Silent Auction. This is another family event that is enjoyed by everyone!
Teacher Appreciation
Baked
goods, birthday acknowlegements and a Teacher/Staff Appreciation Luncheon
show the Bear Branch Faculty and Staff how much they are appreciated during
the year. Volunteers are needed to bake goodies and help with the luncheon.
Volunteers
Volunteers
play a vital part in helping teachers and support staff with xeroxing,
filing, cutting and pasting, listening to children read and many other
activities. By relieving the teachers and support staff of some of the
clerical duties, they can direct their energies toward meeting the needs
of the children.
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