What is the Educational Support Committee?
The Educational Support Committee works with staff and external organizations to provide several after & during school enrichment programs that complement classroom curriculum and enhance the student experience.
With this in mind, Bonny Slope Community Organization sponsors a wide range of activities to enrich the students’ curriculum:
Enrichment Clubs and Classes
Bonny Slope will offer a balanced mix of 3rd-party classes and parent-facilitated clubs based on community interest. Coordinator responsibilities include handling logistics of programs and producing a quarterly “mini-catalog” to be distributed to families for sign-up. Most work can be done from home and will peak 3x during school year. Club leader responsibilities include sharing your enthusiasm with small group of kids for an 8-10 week period in areas such as community service, chess, math enrichment, fitness, science, garden or creative problem-solving.
Artist in Residence
Each year we will select a visual, performing or literary artist to guide students through multiple sessions to produce a unique ‘work of art’. Volunteer responsibilities include researching & scheduling visiting artist and managing community grants. Most work can be done from home in the early and late part of school year.
Hands-On Science Classes
All K-4 classes will have a guest instructor from OMSI or Audubon Society provide a hands-on opportunity to further the exploration of their science curriculum. Responsibilities include communicating with teachers & supplier for scheduling. Most work can be done from home in the first month of school.
Grants for Teachers
To encourage creative programs for our children, Bonny Slope Community Organization (BSCO) money is set aside for classroom teachers & specialists to apply for special projects not provided for in the school budget. Applications are reviewed by principal, BSCO Board & one member of this committee. If approved, this committee may work with teacher to fulfill request. Work will be performed as needed throughout the year.
What are the volunteer requirements?
This committee will need 3 resourceful, organized members plus 1-2 enthusiastic leaders for each after school club.
If you are interested in learning more about the Educational Support Program or interested in becoming a volunteer or, please contact:
Michelle McHugh
Team Lead
503.645.6337
duran_michelle@yahoo.com
