Our PFA depends on a continual cycle of parental involvement. As children reach their final year and leave, so do their parents. The teachers and head support us when possible, but without all your support, we have no PFA - WE REALLY DO NEED YOUR SUPPORT. The PFA is a mixture of parents and school staff that work together for the benefit of Bearwood School. Some are full-time parents, some work part-time or work full-time. You are vital to the success of the school - Schools are becoming more and more dependent on their PFAs for funds. Without the funds raised by the PFA, your child would not get the benefits of: New Playground equipment, Theatrical Productions, Money towards Educational Trips and much, much more.
2. It's TOTALLY flexible! - There are a variety of small ways you can help and be involved - from designing a poster, photocopying and distributing letters in the school, cleaning up after an event, helping out on a stall…so many ways. Giving up just 30 minutes of your time to help the PFA is invaluable. If everyone could spare 30 minutes a term to help, just think what we could achieve! You don't have to attend PFA meetings - you can use our contact details to send in ideas for discussion.
3. You'll feel more connected - There's no better way to know what events are being planned, have your say or make new fundraising suggestions, than by offering your help and support. You'll get to know teachers and support staff on a more familiar basis.
4. You'll be part of a great network - Every PFA event is an opportunity to meet other parents in the same situation as you. You will be part of a like-minded network of people who all share a common goal of improving the school for all our children.
5. Make a difference - By volunteering to help the PFA, you'll be able to use whatever skills you have for a noble cause. Our PFA strive to establish a supportive and encouraging community for the entire school.
6. We're not just for mums! It's important to our PFA, our school and our pupils to have dads represented on our committee and to help reach out to other dads. Are you a dad with a skill that would come in useful?
7. Be a role model - By getting involved with our PFA, you'll show your children that not only are they important to you, but their education is as well. Your children will see you playing an active part in making their education more varied. Getting involved illustrates good teamwork and community spirit.
8. What the PFA does affects every parent (and pupil). Your voice matters - the PFA is made up of people elected to represent you, so help us to do this effectively. Your ideas and involvement can help improve the quality of education for all the children at our school. See the smiles on their faces and know that you have played a part in making school a little more comfortable and fun!
9. It's fun! - Help plan fun events, socials and get-togethers and suggest NEW fun ways to raise funds. Get your whole family involved!
10. Finally…
Our children are only at school for a relatively short time. PFA events such as The Christmas Fayre will be remembered fondly by our children for a lifetime. The equipment and resources the PFA helps fund, make learning even more engaging. Help us continue to create lasting memories for our children. If you have any comments or suggestions, please contact us at [email protected]
