Volunteer

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Below are details for some of the exciting volunteering opportunities available at SFPM.

Gardening

• Fall Gardening Day | Weekend

• Spring Gardening Day | Weekend

Help keep our school grounds beautiful by joining our monthly Gardening Days, where you’ll assist with planting, weeding, and general garden maintenance. No experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and enjoy a few hours outdoors making a difference. Volunteers typically meet on Saturday morning for 2-3 hours.

Literacy Events

• Latinx Heritage Read In | Weekday

• African American Read In | Weekday

• AANHPI Read In (Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander) | Weekday

• Literacy Night | Weeknight

Support our school’s Literacy Events by helping to organize and facilitate activities like the Latinx Heritage Read-In, African American Read-In, and Literacy Night. Volunteers assist with event setup, book readings, and engaging students in discussions that celebrate diverse cultures and stories. Your involvement helps foster a love of reading and cultural awareness in our school community.

Event Support

• Winter Fest | Weeknight/Weekend

• Spring Fest | Weeknight/Weekend

• Movie Night | Weeknight

• 5th Grade Promotion | Weekday

• Teacher/Staff Appreciation | Weekday

• Student Government Election | Weekday

Join our Event Support team to help organize and run school events like Winter Fest, Spring Fest, and 5th Grade Promotion. Volunteers assist with setup, activities, and cleanup, ensuring everything runs smoothly and everyone has a great time. Your participation is key to making these events memorable for our students, staff, and families.

Represent SFPM

• SFUSD Enrollment Fair | Weekend

• School Tours | Weekday

Represent our school at events like Enrollment Fairs and School Tours, where you’ll greet prospective families, answer questions, and share what makes our school special. Volunteers play a crucial role in creating a welcoming atmosphere and helping families make informed decisions. Your involvement helps showcase the best of our school community.

Thrift Store Day

Help make our Thrift Store Day a success by collecting donations, promoting the event, and assisting with setup and operations. Volunteers will ensure the store runs smoothly, where everything is free for our school community. Your efforts will provide much-needed resources to families while fostering a spirit of generosity and support.

Parent / Teacher Liaison

Serve as a key connection between teachers and parents by helping to coordinate support for classroom needs throughout the school year. This ongoing role involves communicating with parents, organizing volunteers, and ensuring teachers have the resources and assistance they need. Your involvement strengthens the partnership between parents and educators, enhancing the learning environment for all students.

Celebrating Diversity + Inclusion

Please let us know if you would like to share about your culture and traditions with our students here at SFPM. This could include reading to classes and/or bringing artifacts from your land of origin/culture.

Lunch Recess Volunteers

Assist during both lunch and recess by helping students with their meals, ensuring they follow lunchtime routines, and supervising safe, fun play during recess. Volunteers help with organizing activities and creating a positive environment where students can relax and recharge. Your presence ensures that lunchtime and recess run smoothly, making a big impact on the students’ day.

School Site Council

The School Site Council (SSC) is a collaborative committee made up of teachers, parents, students, and school staff, working closely with the principal to support and plan for the school’s needs. One of the SSC’s primary responsibilities is to develop and annually update the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA), ensuring that it meets both state and federal program requirements. In addition to overseeing the school budget, the SSC provides essential input on important issues like the School Safety Plan, while analyzing data to identify educational priorities. By working together, SSC members play a crucial role in shaping the academic and overall success of San Francisco Public Schools.

Parent Teacher Association

The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is a vital part of our school community, providing opportunities for parents and staff to stay informed about the latest events, support initiatives, and actively contribute to school life. By joining the PTA, you’ll stay in the know and can participate as much or as little as you like. For those interested in taking on a leadership role, becoming a member of the PTA Executive Board offers the chance to help organize events, run the PTA, and shape the future of our school’s programs. Whether you volunteer occasionally or take on a larger role, your involvement makes a big difference! Learn more.

Something Else?

Have an idea for a new event or a unique way to contribute to our school? We welcome creative suggestions and any special skills you’d like to offer! Whether it’s organizing a new activity, providing professional expertise, or helping in a way we haven’t thought of yet, we’re excited to hear how you can make a difference. Let’s work together to continue improving our school community!