5th Grade Pool Party
A few spring planning hours; coordinate food, decorations, volunteers, and logistics.
Before volunteering on campus
School-hour volunteers must complete the school volunteer registration packet. Processing can take time, so submit materials at least two weeks before a volunteer obligation.
Current volunteer opportunities
Open SignUpGenius and shift links appear here when published. Until then, share your interests and we will match you with a role.
Volunteer roles
Commitments range from a few hours once a year to light monthly coordination. Most roles are flexible and team-supported.
Questions? Email volunteers@laurelwoodpta.org.
Art to Remember
Seasonal; organize student artwork and keepsake ordering.
Back to School Luncheon
A few hours before school begins; arrange and deliver staff lunch.
Book Fair
About 10–20 hours per fair; setup, cashiering, shopping days, and teardown.
Community Coffee
About 1–2 hours monthly; refreshments, setup, and cleanup.
Family Reading Night
Moderate seasonal planning for literacy and family engagement.
Family Snowball Dance
Moderate seasonal planning for music, decorations, and activities.
Financial Reviewer
About 1–2 hours monthly plus semiannual reviews.
Green Team Liaison
Light ongoing communication on sustainability initiatives.
Honorary Service Awards
Light seasonal work coordinating nominations and recognition.
Hospitality
Flexible support with refreshments and welcoming touches.
Ice Cream Social
Light to moderate planning; schedule is currently postponed.
Morning Greeters
August setup plus light coordination and drop-off shifts.
Movie Night
Event-based setup, concessions, equipment, and logistics.
Multicultural Events
Varies by event; support inclusion and cultural celebration.
Project Cornerstone
Classroom-based reading, discussion, and activity support.
Pumpkin Festival
Heavier fall involvement with many day-of roles.
Reflections
Seasonal coordination of National PTA arts entries.
STEAM Night
Moderate seasonal coordination of activities and logistics.
Student Store
Light ongoing support during the school year.
Teacher Appreciation Week
About 10–20 spring hours organizing appreciation.
Tiger Picnic
Moderate event preparation, flyers, setup, and family welcome.
Walk-a-thon
Flexible planning, sponsorship, logistics, and school spirit support.
WatchDOGS
Light ongoing coordination of father-figure volunteers.
Yearbook
Flexible year-round creative work, with a heavier spring schedule.
Join a committee
A committee is a group of PTA members responsible for planning and organizing a specific program or event.
Responsibilities are divided by interests and skills, and each team is supported by an experienced PTA member.
There is no single schedule. Most planning happens before the event and can be completed at times convenient for committee members.
- Graphic and web design
- Decorations and activity creation
- Inventory and logistics
- Volunteer coordination
- Photography and communications
- Event-day leadership
Prefer to give?
Volunteering is one way to help. A donation supports every Laurelwood student too.
On the calendar
These dates come from the Laurelwood PTA calendar. Times are Pacific Time (PT). Confirm last-minute changes in ParentSquare.
In-person Volunteer Orientation
PTA eventLaurelwood Elementary School
Location on campus: Room TBDOnline Volunteer Orientation
PTA event