Parental Involvement

Grace School enjoys an exceptionally high rate of parental involvement in a variety of school functions and activities, as well as extracurricular activities which the School hosts for the benefit of its students.

Participation in school activities provides an excellent opportunity for parents to become involved in their children's development and demonstrates in a tangible way the value Grace parents place on education. Through dedication of their time and energy, Grace families contribute to a strong sense of community as they get to know their children's classmates, their families, and their teachers.

Parent/Teacher Organization

At the heart of Grace parent involvement is the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO). Proceeds from PTO events and activities directly support the School and are used to fund special needs, teacher wish lists, scholarships, and the School's general fund. In a typical year, the PTO sponsors a wide variety of activities, including:

• New Families Welcome Program
• Weekly published Backpack Bulletin
• Family Fun Day
• Book Fair
• Hospitality for Back to School Night, Open Houses, Grandparent's Day & other events
• Educational Lecture Series
• Spring Auction
• End-of-the-year Sock Hop
• Sale of items promoting the school, such as Gracewear
• Fundraising, through gift wrap and holiday plant sales
• Pizza lunches at the Kensington Campus
• Teacher Appreciation Week

Board of Governors and Committees

Serving as a Board or Board Committee member provides another means of becoming involved in your child's education and ensuring the well-being of the School for future Grace families. From time to time, additional task forces or workgroups are also formed to focus on specific issues. Standing Committees include:

• Buildings and Grounds/Facilities
• Development
• Long-Range Planning
• Finance
• School Life

Other Opportunities for Involvement

Throughout the year, parents find ways many other ways to contribute, including:

• Diversity committee
• Parent ambassador for admissions
• Special career presentations
• Coaching independent soccer, baseball, and softball teams of Grace students
• Organizing and leading Brownies, Cub Scouts, Girl Scout, and Boy Scout troops hosted by Grace School
• Track & Field Day at Kensington and Games Day at Silver Spring
• Thanksgiving feasts and other holiday celebrations
• Field trip chaperones
• Assisting in the library Room parents & classroom aides
• Parent Chairs for The Annual Fund