Parent Society

Over time, a small number of families have carried a large portion of the volunteer responsibilities. This program creates a more balanced and sustainable approach so that the work of supporting our school community is shared more equitably among all families.

Volunteerism is essential to the life of AWS. Many of the experiences our children enjoy—festivals, class events, athletics, and community traditions—are only possible through parent participation. This program helps ensure those experiences continue to thrive.

• 20 hours per family per academic year
• 10 hours for single-parent households

We have intentionally created volunteer opportunities to make it accessible and approachable to every family's lifestyle and schedule with an achievable number of required hours.

Volunteer hours can be earned in many ways, including:

• Classroom support
• School events (e.g. Winter Fair, Teacher Appreciation)
• Athletics and extracurricular activities
• Campus stewardship (gardening, clean-up, etc.)
• Leadership roles (class reps, committees)
• Fundraising support

Both on-campus and at-home opportunities will be available.

All volunteer hours will be tracked through an easy-to-use online platform (Golden Lantern system). You'll be able to:

• Sign up for opportunities
• Log completed hours
• View your progress throughout the year

More to come over the summer.

We deeply appreciate families who wish to contribute more. Additional hours are always welcome and help strengthen the community. Outstanding service may also be recognized throughout the year.

Our intention is not punitive, but to support shared responsibility. Quarterly reminders will be sent out with a list of volunteer activities that are accessible.

Yes. Volunteer hours are tracked per family, so multiple caregivers may contribute toward the total.

Yes. We are intentionally creating a wide range of opportunities, including:

• Short, one-time commitments
• Ongoing roles
• At-home contributions
• Weekend and evening options

We are gathering information about parent skills and interests to better match volunteers with meaningful opportunities. This helps create a more fulfilling and efficient experience for everyone.

Please complete the questionnaire here!

You can reach out to your Class Representative or the Parent Society Leadership Team, who will help guide you and connect you with the right opportunities.

Waldorf education is rooted in community, participation, and shared responsibility. By contributing our time and energy, we model for our children the values of service, stewardship, and connection.

Yes. At the beginning of the school year, families will receive:

• Clear instructions on how to log hours
• A list of available opportunities
• Guidance from Parent Society representatives

This program is about more than hours—it's about belonging.

When each family contributes in a way that feels manageable and meaningful, we create a stronger, more connected community for our children and for one another.