Events/Committees

 

Note that many of some of these events may not take place during the 2021-22 school year due to COVID-19 restrictions.

 

Please contact a PGO officer or email ftriver@gmail.com to volunteer for any positions or with any new ideas.

Short Term Opportunities

New Family Welcome

The week before school starts, this volunteer organizes an event to welcome new families to Fort River.

Welcome Back Staff Breakfast
The day before school starts, we treat the teachers and staff to a delicious breakfast. The coordinator organizes either a parent-donated food drive or picks up pastries, etc from local businesses.

Welcome Back Coffees
On both the first day of school for grades 1-6 and then again after Labor Day for the Kindergarten families, the PGO invites parents for coffee and donuts.

School Pictures

The coordinator works with the office to arrange the schedule with teachers, get order forms home with students, organize parent volunteers, and follow up with picture package distribution.

Science Night

This is a special night that looks a little different every year depending on the subject and guest scientist giving the presentation.

Around the World - Cultural Heritage Fair

Held in the fall, this evening event features an international potluck and performances by members and friends of the Fort River community.

Chili Night
Held in the winter, Chili Night has easily become one of the best Fort River events that brings our school community together.

Talent Showcase
Held in the spring, this wonderful event highlights the special talents of our Fort River students. Committee members always wanted!

6th Grade Graduation

This committee is in charge of ensuring graduation is a special day for the 6^th graders. Coordinators of this event oversee the different committees for the graduation festivities.

Staff/Teacher Appreciation Luncheon

A great way to thank all the people who educate our kids, this committee finds a venue and manages all aspects of this event (dates, budget, fundraising, menu, invitations, decorations, etc).

Field Day

This annual event takes place in June and involves the entire school. Coordinators work with PE teachers to plan lots of fun activities for all grades. Volunteers help plan, set up, and run the various stations and clean up at the end of the day. 

Bus/Van Driver Appreciation Breakfast

We say “thank you” to the people who transport our kids to and from school safely each day. This coordinator coordinates food donations, greets drivers, and cleans up! This event takes place in late May/early June.

Year-Round Events/Activities

Room Parents Coordinator

This parent keeps the individual classroom parents up to date with current events and facilitates communication between class parents, the PGO, and the school staff. 

Student Directory

The student directory is a valuable resource! This committee compiles student data and arranges for the directory to be copied and distributed at school.

Curriculum Enrichment Mini-Grants

Similar to that used by ARHS and ARMS, this program supports teachers through mini-grants to provide funding for materials and activities that enrich the classroom curriculum.

Annual Fund

This committee is charged with implementing the PGO's Annual Fund to support PGO sponsored activities and efforts throughout the year.

Savings Makes “Cents”

This program encourages savings habits and goal setting. Children can open a bank account with Florence Savings Bank and bank weekly in the school lobby with help from parent volunteers. Only $1.00 is needed to open an account and any amount can be deposited.  Download application here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-2bHm-1AjRfdk9iR2U2VV9TalU/view?usp=sharing

Yearbook

This group works to coordinate student photographs, layout, printing, and distribution of the yearbook. Parent photographers are needed in each grade to help gather pictures throughout the year. Student participation is encouraged.

Coffee With A Principal

A morning coffee with the principal and/or assistant principal occurs on a Friday morning every one to two months.  This job entails making or purchasing coffee, providing light snacks, and handling set-up and cleanup. Expenses are reimbursed per the budget.

BoxTops for Education

Fort River participates in the BoxTops program as one of the PGO fundraisers. The collection box can be found in the main office. The coordinator collects the BoxTops, and then counts/bundles/mails them twice a year. Easy cash for our school!

Lost and Found

Twice a year the contents of the Lost and Found are placed on tables in the lobby to be retrieved by kids/parents.  Remaining items are donated to the Survival Center.