Being involved adds richness to your child’s school experience and sends a clear message that their education is important to you.
You can choose how you become involved, based on your own particular interests, availability and skills.
Here are some suggestions:
- talk with your child – ask ‘How was school today?’
- regularly read with your child at home
- check your child’s homework every night and ask them questions about it
- limit TV viewing on school nights
- regularly discuss your child’s progress with their teacher
- visit your child’s classroom
- volunteer for parent help – you can help in the classroom with activities such as reading
- volunteer to help out with school activities such as open days, working bees, school fairs and the canteen
- read the school newsletter
- join the school’s parent group
- go along to a School Association meeting
- if they have one, check your school’s website regularly
- attend school social occasions.
Parent groups
Many schools also have groups specifically for parents and carers, such as a parents and friends group (sometimes called the P&F). This is a great way to meet other parents and find out how you can contribute to your school community.
A member of the parent group will also usually be on the School Association Committee, so that any issues raised can be brought to the attention of the School Association.
- The Tasmanian Association of State School Organisations (TASSO) is the peak body representing all Tasmanian Government school parents.
- Ask at your school or contact the Tasmanian Association of State School Organisations on (03) 6243 7718.
or email info@tasso.org.au.
School Canteens
Parent volunteers are an important part of school canteens and provide a great opportunity to get involved in your child’s school.
For more information and advice on running school canteens and school canteen accreditation, visit the Tasmanian School Canteen Association website.
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