One of the PTSA's main focus areas is identifying, training and supporting parent volunteers to serve as Grade and Class Parents. In this role, volunteers work to connect families with teachers and school administrators through communications, coordination and advocacy.

Meet Your 2020-21 Grade and Class Parents

Grade Parents

Each grade in each school is represented by a volunteer Grade Parent, who is responsible for communicating with the families of students in that grade about upcoming news and events, helping to coordinate volunteers for programs and initiatives relevant to that grade, and assisting in school events. Grade Parents also sit on the Parent Advisory Council (PAC) for the school and play an important role in advocating for the needs and concerns of all families in the community.

Class Parents

Volunteer Class Parents at Dows Lane and Main Street School partner directly with each elementary school teacher to assist in class-related activities and work as a liaison between the teacher, the PTSA, and families with children in the class. 

Contact Your Grade or Class Parent

Frequently Asked Questions

How does one become a Grade or Class Parents?
Grade and class parents are selected each year via an application process. We'll announce each year's application dates via our email newsletters and on our Facebook and Instagram accounts, so keep an eye out!

I'm not hearing from my Grade or Class Parent. What gives?
Grade and Class Parents send communications to their class lists, which we compile each fall. If you're not receiving email communications from your Grade or Class Parent, reach out to them directly to ensure you are added to their list.

Are you a current Class Parent? Click here to access resources and support for Dows Lane  or Main Street School.