Parent Participation
As a non-profit organization, community participation is a huge part of what helps us to operate. On top of our school gatherings, Burlington Little School asks that parents get involved through parent hours for the school year. These hours can be completed through work parties in the garden, time in the classroom, joining a committee, and more!
Parent Hour Requirements & Ways to Meet Your Parent Hour Requirements
Join a Committee
Joining one of our amazing committees is another way to complete
parent hours. Committees are flexible where parents can work on items with the whole group or be assigned for items individually.
Committees are a great way to meet other BLS families and get more involved in the BLS community.
Join the Board of Directors
As a nonprofit organization, Burlington Little School has a board of directors that works in partnership with the executive director to help further the growth of the program and community. Positions on the board are staffed on a volunteer basis by members of the BLS and surrounding community. They meet once a month throughout the school year on the last Thursday of each month at 5:30, and meetings are open to all. Attending a meeting is a great way to stay up to date with happenings at the school and to get to know the members of the board.
Open meetings are held last Thursday of every month (Sept - Nov & Jan - June). Email director@burlingtonlittleschool.org to find out how to apply.
Join in on the fun
Partner with your child's teacher to create a fun learning experience. Parents can gain hours through class participation such as planning an activity, reading a book, or helping the teacher with a special project. This is also a great opportunity to share your heritage and cultural practices. Also, all purchases made toward classrooms or school supplies are used towards parent hours. Donations are always welcome.
Parent Committees
Garden & Ground Committee
If you have a passion for gardening this might be the committee for you. The garden and grounds committee is responsible for maintaining the garden program and developing works plans that support ongoing garden maintenance.
Teacher Appreciation Committee
Here at BLS we appreciate our teachers and take pride in showing our gratitude and recognition for the hard work and dedication of the teachers, highlighting their significant role in nurturing young children's early development through thoughtful gestures and special celebrations.