Volunteer
The Olathe Public Schools volunteer program, Volunteers Serving Schools, offers a variety of opportunities for adults looking to make a difference in the classroom and serve as positive role models. Most volunteers meet with students one-on-one or assist in classrooms on a weekly basis, providing consistent support and encouragement. For more information about Volunteers Serving Schools, please email Pam Wolfe or call 913-780-8237.
2024-25 Volunteer Highlights
639
Volunteers
130
Partnerships
16,916+
Hours Served
"Volunteers help students meet their academic and personal goals as well as assist teachers with classroom needs."
- Heather Schoonover, Director of Community Development
Parent-Teacher Groups
Parent teacher associations, parent teacher organizations, parent teacher clubs, etc. promote cooperation in matters concerning the education and welfare of students. Organizations have a variety of functions including communication between parents and the school, volunteer networking, social networking, and limited financial support. If you're interested in getting involved in Parent-Teacher groups, contact your school principals.
Site Councils
Site Councils provide support, advice, assistance and counsel to individual schools regarding their established School Improvement Plan. Activities include communicating needs and successes of the school, obtaining input from the staff and community, learning about the needs of the particular building, and learning about the School Improvement Process. Membership is determined at the building level, but may include building administrators, school staff, parents, and community or business members. To join, contact your principal.