Do be flexible.
It is rare to find the "perfect" fit right away. Keep an open mind---you might discover something new that interests you!
Don’t bring preschool children to the school.
Parents are required to make babysitting arrangements for preschool aged children. While we want to support our children and the teachers, we do not want to distract the learning process.
Do be persistent.
Volunteer coordinators are often busy, so don't assume they're not interested in you if they don't call or email you right away.
Don’t pull the teacher aside to discuss your child’s progress.
Avoid discussing your student’s progress while volunteering in the classroom. Teachers prefer for parents to schedule conferences to discuss their student’s progress.
Do attend orientation meetings or training.
Keep in mind that informed volunteers are the best volunteers. These meetings will help you to do your best job possible.
Don't expect to do only fun jobs.
Every job is important. Take pride in everything you do to support the school, teachers, and students.
Do be responsible.
Show up on time and follow through with your commitments. People will be depending on YOU!
Don't think volunteering must be a group effort.
You can start your own individual volunteer effort and do it all on your own time.
Do expect to have FUN!
You will get plenty of personal enjoyment and satisfaction from your volunteer experiences.
Every volunteer is commended for their part in making North Fayette Elementary a wonderful school during the first semester. Each moment you volunteered not only increased the parental involvement level, but demonstrated a combined effort to support our students and teachers. May our commitment to our students and teachers continue in the second semester. May your holiday break be restful and enjoyable.
Holiday helpers are needed to chaperon field trips, and assist with the Reindeer Workshop, the Holiday Feast for 1st, 2nd,and 5th grade, and Holiday Parties. The success of these events depends on our willingness to serve. Please sign-up by replying to the contact person listed below. 
It is hard to believe the Thanksgiving Holiday is just 10 days away. As I reflect on the joys and challenges of this year I pause to say thank you for your willingness to volunteer at North Fayette Elementary School. Despite the challenges we are facing nationally, locally, and individually I know our contributions are making a difference in our community. Franklin Delano Roosevelt said, “We cannot always build the future for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future.” I am forever grateful for every minute and hour you have given to build the youth at NFES. May you have a wonderfully blessed Thanksgiving Holiday!
Welcome to November! The year is going so fast and there is so much to do at NFES. I know you are busy, but we desperately need your help. Please donate at least one hour to the following activities: 
The Dolphin Volunteer Program is off to a great start. Parents, grandparents, and friends of North Fayette have been very busy volunteering. In addition to the ongoing volunteer opportunities in the classrooms and media center, volunteers are needed for the following events in October: 
"Beautifying Our School Together”
The Dolphin Volunteer Program is underway The two classes with the most volunteer hours will win pizza parties in December and ice cream parties in May. Remember to sign-in at the front desk to log your volunteer hours. There are three ways to volunteer – Classroom support, School-wide support, and PTO support. Here are some upcoming volunteer opportunities:
This year is off to a great start! We can make this a wonderful year for our children by simply supporting the school's programs and events. Volunteers are needed to assist with PTO programs, school events, and classroom activities. You are invited to serve on the PTO Volunteer Committee. Please sign up at the PTO meeting on August 25th at 6:00 or send a message to northfayettevolunteers@gmail.com expressing your interest.
