Volunteer

Research shows that strong family/community-school partnerships:

  • Increases student achievement
  • Improves attendance and behavior
  • Enhances staff understanding of family-community needs
  • Builds a stronger school reputation. This translates to increased enrollment and school funding

Anybody can volunteer inside Vare-Washington! You do not have to be a family member or guardian to volunteer.

Step 1: Complete the School District of Philadelphia Volunteer Packet and turn all paperwork into Ms. Snyder in the Main Office.

Step 2: Find ways to get involved!

  • Attend monthly HSA and/or Friends of Vare-Washington (FoVW) meetings! Volunteer paperwork is not required to attend meetings.
  • Join the HSA and/or FoVW email lists to stay up-to-date on the latest events.
  • Sign up to help out at school events, including:
    • Movie Nights
    • Boo and Cupid Grams
    • FREE Book Fairs
    • Ryan Howard Library
    • Bake Sales
    • Holiday Shoppe
    • Family Fun Color Run
    • Field Day
    • Pride Festival
    • and more!