Volunteering with VH PTSA

Get Involved — Volunteer!

When adults volunteer, all students benefit! There are many opportunities for parents and community members to get involved. Your help is needed whether you chair, co-chair, or just volunteer. Please email Molly Corombos, VP of Committees, at vhptsacmte@gmail.com with any questions. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out the PTSA Volunteer Form.

 

 

District-level Committees: These coordinators work with other volunteers from Rochester Community Schools (RCS) PTAs on district-wide initiatives. 

  • Authors in April – This amazing program brings nationally acclaimed authors to visit RCS students, conduct book talks, interact with aspiring writers & discuss creative writing.
  • Founders Day – This annual ceremony honors outstanding PTA and PTSA volunteers in the district. 
  • Green Schools – Various earth-friendly and recycling projects are championed by the Green Schools committee.
  • Health & Wellness – This group promotes physical and emotional wellness for students and families across RCS.
  • Legislative Committee – Each school sends a representative to a monthly legislative committee meeting to discuss and share findings on legislation related to education. 
  • Meals on Wheels – A coordinator works to find school volunteers to deliver Meals on Wheels. 
  • PAC Representative (x2) – The Parent Action Committee represents the special education needs of students in the district. Rep must have a student with an IEP. 
  • Reflections – This annual arts recognition contest awards student submissions in photography, literature, dance and other creative arts. 
  • Safe Routes – This national organization helps improve pedestrian safety around schools, and can provide grant money for traffic lights, crossing guards, sidewalks, traffic studies, etc. 
  • STEAM – This person works with district coordinators to organize the annual STEAM career fair (science, technology, engineering, arts, math). 

Van Hoosen Committees 

  • 8thGrade Party (x2) – Volunteers organize an amazing evening party for outgoing 8th grade Vikings.
  • After School Activities – Quarterly after school dances/events are held for all VH students. Coordinate with VH administration and create signups for volunteers and supplies 
  • Beautification – Volunteers maintain the flower pots and simple plantings near school entrances. Can work with local nurseries to get supplies donated. We have a supply of seasonal “filler” items for you to use as well. 
  • Honors Breakfast (x2) – Honor roll students are treated to a celebratory breakfast before school in May or June.
  • Media Center – Coordinates volunteers who are needed in the media center each week. 
  • Odin’s Corner – A small school store is open weekly to sell spirit items, snacks and school supplies. 
  • Spirit Wear – An organizer is needed for spirit wear sales of VH apparel and sundries. The website is set up. Coordinate free shipping days with the vendor and share information and sales flyers. 
  • Staff Appreciation – Staff potluck meals and food donations are coordinated several times each year during parent-teacher conferences and teacher appreciation week. 
  • Student Directory – An organized person is needed to create the student directory at the beginning of the school year. 
  • Viking Games (x3-6)– Sixth graders are invited to this one-day social event to meet other new students before school begins. One-two reps are needed from each: Brewster, Musson, and Delta Kelly. 
  • Office Volunteers - Work with the office staff to coordinate regular volunteers in the office. 
  • Teacher Representative/Liaison - Reach out to teachers periodically to see how the PTSA can support them. 

For more information, please email Molly Corombos, VP of Committees, at vhptsacmte@gmail.com