HELLO BULLDOGS!
Hi Fellow Bulldogs,
We are all processing the new normal brought on by the COVID pandemic that has hit our community in a variety of ways; the Stay in Place order, cancellation of in-person academics and transition to remote learning, families figuring out how to balance work-from-home yet keeping up with studies. There are families who have experienced impact to their jobs and income, as well some who have been directly impacted with the virus itself. In these unprecedented times, we are all trying to figure out the path forward.
Our hearts go out to our community in so many ways knowing that everyone is trying to process the magnitude of the situation yet continuing to push forward. We recognize our children are missing out on so many milestones of the spring school year over and above the day-to-day interaction with teachers, administration, and friends; the Talent Show, 5th Grade Play, June Jam and 5th Grade Graduation, just to name a few.
What we also see is the positive; the dedication of the Belmont Hills teachers and staff navigating remote learning with their dedication to continue educating our children at the same time navigating their own working from home dynamics. We also see community members rallying to support local businesses and looking out for each other to make sure we all come out of this still standing. It is also a time for families to take a moment to reset what is important in life.
As an HSA, the spring season has been our peak fundraising time. The Recycled Book Fair, Plant Sale, group sports tickets and the Silent Auction are where the bulk of our annual funds are raised. In lieu of these events, what we would like to do is set up a direct fundraiser to help our BHES families who have been impacted financially by COVID. If you are able, please consider donating – funds will be directed to families in need.
We are looking forward to the day our children are back roaming the halls of the school! In the meantime, stay safe, healthy and don’t forget to look out for your neighbors and community.
We are all processing the new normal brought on by the COVID pandemic that has hit our community in a variety of ways; the Stay in Place order, cancellation of in-person academics and transition to remote learning, families figuring out how to balance work-from-home yet keeping up with studies. There are families who have experienced impact to their jobs and income, as well some who have been directly impacted with the virus itself. In these unprecedented times, we are all trying to figure out the path forward.
Our hearts go out to our community in so many ways knowing that everyone is trying to process the magnitude of the situation yet continuing to push forward. We recognize our children are missing out on so many milestones of the spring school year over and above the day-to-day interaction with teachers, administration, and friends; the Talent Show, 5th Grade Play, June Jam and 5th Grade Graduation, just to name a few.
What we also see is the positive; the dedication of the Belmont Hills teachers and staff navigating remote learning with their dedication to continue educating our children at the same time navigating their own working from home dynamics. We also see community members rallying to support local businesses and looking out for each other to make sure we all come out of this still standing. It is also a time for families to take a moment to reset what is important in life.
As an HSA, the spring season has been our peak fundraising time. The Recycled Book Fair, Plant Sale, group sports tickets and the Silent Auction are where the bulk of our annual funds are raised. In lieu of these events, what we would like to do is set up a direct fundraiser to help our BHES families who have been impacted financially by COVID. If you are able, please consider donating – funds will be directed to families in need.
We are looking forward to the day our children are back roaming the halls of the school! In the meantime, stay safe, healthy and don’t forget to look out for your neighbors and community.
The HSA wants YOU!
We LOVE our volunteers!
Would you like to help organize or chair an event during the school year? Give us a shout!
If you just want to help out a little, we want you too!
If you're interested in learning more, please send us an email.
If you're ready to sign up, please visit our sign up!
We LOVE our volunteers!
Would you like to help organize or chair an event during the school year? Give us a shout!
If you just want to help out a little, we want you too!
If you're interested in learning more, please send us an email.
If you're ready to sign up, please visit our sign up!
Clearances
As of July 2016, LMSD requires all volunteers to obtain and submit Tier 1 Background Clearances. If you plan to volunteer, you MUST have clearances! Examples of the types of rolls requiring a volunteer to submit clearances include homeroom parents, classroom volunteer assistants, recess and library volunteers, and chaperones for field trips, just to name a few.
Lower Merion School District has implemented the Raptor System, a new volunteer management system. Anyone who would like to volunteer must register through this system.
*If you are already registered as a volunteer, your clearance documentation will carry over, all you will need to do is verify your name and contact information.
*If you are a new volunteer, you will need to obtain all of your clearances prior to registration in the volunteer management system.
Visit our link for more information, and instructions on how to easily submit your clearance forms.
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