Family group

Room Parents

Room parents play a key role in keeping families informed and supporting teachers with classroom activities. They act as a bridge between the teacher and parents, helping with communication, organizing volunteers, and coordinating special events.

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Room parent responsibilities

Class communication — share updates from the teacher and Room Parent Coordinator via ParentSquare or email (use BCC for privacy).
Teacher support — organize classroom volunteers for field trips, projects, and special activities.
Classroom events — plan class parties, including sign-ups for parent contributions and volunteers.
Teacher gifts — collect contributions and arrange class gifts for the holidays and end of year.
Teacher Appreciation Week — help plan appreciation activities with guidance from the PTA.

Optional ways to help

Create a shared contact list for families.
Organize class playdates or social gatherings.
Attend PTA meetings to stay involved.

How it works

Room parent duties vary by teacher and can be shared among multiple parents. The key is staying in contact with the teacher and Room Parent Coordinator so communication and support run smoothly. Being a room parent is a great way to contribute to your child’s classroom and connect with other families.

2026–27 room parents by classroom

Grade	Teacher	Room parents
TK	Levine	Kiva R., Kalina S.
K	McCormick	Donna S.
K	Raikow	Gina B., Elise G.
K	Sullivan	ThanhTam S.
1	Gay	Eleni L.
1	Saltveit	Mary V., Spencer H.
1	Mekjian	Erika R., Susanna O.
2	Geen	Lindsay M., Misha G., Christine N.
2	Reilly	Christina K., Annette D.
2	Schroeder	Gracie K.
3	Best/Linski	Stephanie N.
3	Miller	Danielle J.
3	Poynter	Amanda V.
4	Dhaliwal	Marisa R.
4	Milani	Pany J.
4/5	Bolling	Lucero T.
5	Mathes	Rachel S.
5	Campbell	Mary V.
6	Jamsheed	Allison R.
6	Berzon	Carrie S.

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